Peoples' Assemblies Proposed as Democratic Lifeline
Facing apathy and centralization of power, a B.C. committee report champions citizens' assemblies to revitalize Canadian democracy. Discover this grassroots solution.
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Mamdani appointee resigns after antisemitic posts surface
A key appointee of NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has stepped down after antisemitic social media comments from over a decade ago resurfaced, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of public figures' pasts.
Alberta's Bill 14: $1M Fines and Word Bans Spark Outcry
Alberta's UCP introduces Bill 14, imposing massive fines for petition data misuse and banning words like 'conservative' in party names. Critics call it draconian.
X Feature Reveals Foreign-Linked US Political Accounts
X's new transparency feature raises concerns about foreign influence in US politics as popular accounts show questionable origins. Discover the implications for digital democracy.
Ontario Moves to Reinstate Cash Bail System
Ontario plans controversial legislation to require cash deposits for bail, reversing 50+ years of Canadian legal practice. Critics question constitutionality amid public safety concerns.
Essex broke transparency rules, implements reforms
Essex Council violated municipal transparency regulations but has now implemented corrective measures. Learn how the town is rebuilding public trust through improved accountability practices.
Quebec Private Schools See Positive Cell Phone Ban Results
Survey reveals Quebec private schools are experiencing academic and social benefits following classroom cell phone restrictions. Discover how the policy is transforming learning environments.
Maternal Sepsis Deaths Lead to Hospital Reform Demands
A grieving widower demands action as Group A sepsis infections claim mothers' lives after childbirth. Learn about the growing crisis and calls for healthcare reform across Canada.
Brampton Widower Demands Hospital Reform at City Hall
A grieving widower's emotional breakdown at Brampton City Hall highlights urgent calls for hospital reform as Group A sepsis infections devastate families nationwide.
Trump and Mamdani to Meet Friday in Washington
Former President Donald Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up a dramatic confrontation between political opposites. Read details.
Northern Saskatchewan Policing Called 'Wild West'
Saskatoon tribal council declares northern policing broken as communities face safety crisis. Demanding immediate government action and systemic reform.
Quebec's Bill 2 threatens family medicine, doctor warns
A Montreal physician with 45 years of experience argues Quebec's Bill 2 prioritizes patient volume over care quality, threatening the future of family medicine. Learn why he calls for its suspension.
New Canadian Trade Deal Cuts Red Tape Across Provinces
Canada's new interprovincial trade agreement eliminates barriers and streamlines commerce between provinces, boosting economic growth and creating jobs nationwide.
Canadians Deserve Power to Fire Bad Politicians
Devin Drover argues for federal recall legislation allowing voters to remove underperforming MPs mid-term. Learn how this democratic tool could transform Canadian politics.
Quebec pharmacists launch legal fight against Bill 2
Quebec pharmacy owners are taking the government to court over Bill 2, calling it a 'serious threat' to their business model and claiming it disrupts negotiation rights.
Alberta's $6.7B Education Challenge: New Approach Needed
Alberta invests $6.7 billion annually in higher education, but experts argue the province must rethink its approach to human capital development for future success.
Alberta's public-private doctor plan faces criticism
Alberta's proposal allowing physicians to work in both public and private systems raises concerns about healthcare equity. Critics warn this could create two-tier medicine in the province.
Manitoba throne speech: New overpass, sick note ban
Manitoba's government unveils throne speech with infrastructure investments and healthcare reforms. New Winnipeg overpass and ban on sick notes among key promises.
Justice Reform Demanded After Killer's Release
Families and advocates demand justice system reform following the controversial release of a man convicted of killing two Indigenous women. Read about the ongoing fight for accountability.
Ontario eyes public sex offender registry changes
Ontario government explores making parts of sex offender registry public. Premier Doug Ford announces potential reforms to enhance community safety and transparency.
Quebec doctors protest health reform, warn of exodus
Dozens of pediatricians protested Quebec's Bill 2, warning it will trigger a doctor exodus and cripple children's preventive care. Learn how this impacts healthcare.
Exonerated man wins New Orleans Clerk of Court election
Calvin Duncan, whose murder conviction was overturned, elected as New Orleans Clerk of Court in a remarkable political comeback. Read his inspiring journey from prison to public office.
400 Quebec doctors apply to leave after health bill
Nearly 400 Quebec physicians have applied to practice elsewhere in Canada following the controversial Bill 2, marking a significant departure from historical trends. Read more about the healthcare exodus.
Saskatchewan's Tax Reform Opportunity in Canada
Saskatchewan could pioneer innovative corporate tax reforms while federal government avoids substantive changes. Researcher Ty Thiessen explains this economic opportunity.
Why Manufacturing Tax Incentives Don't Work in Canada
Economist Jack Mintz argues Canada's 50-year experiment with manufacturing tax preferences has failed. True economic growth requires market-driven productivity improvements, not government favoritism.
Murder suspect had 4 release orders before Vaughan killing
Amir Abuhmaid, charged with murdering Abdul Farooqi in Vaughan home invasion, was out on four court release orders. 16-year-old Jayshaun Williams remains at large.
Quebec Nurses' Skills Underutilized: Order
Quebec's nursing order reports significant underutilization of nurse skills, urging systemic reform to address healthcare inefficiencies and improve patient care.
Ontario launches bundled home care to relieve hospitals
Ontario introduces High-Intensity Bundled Home Care program to reduce hospital overcrowding by providing comprehensive medical services directly to patients' homes. Learn how this initiative aims to transform healthcare delivery.
Quebec Bill 2 Healthcare Reform Faces Doctor Shortage
Quebec's Bill 2 aims to provide healthcare access but lacks investment in new doctors and staff. As physicians protest and burnout rates soar, 1.5 million Quebecers remain without family doctors.
Man charged, teen wanted in Vaughan home invasion murder
A 26-year-old man out on multiple release orders and a 16-year-old boy are accused in the fatal shooting of Abdul Aleem Farooqi during a Vaughan home invasion. Police express concern over young offenders and bail reform.
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