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5 key U.S. election turning points Canadians should watch for – National

5 key U.S. election turning points Canadians should watch for – National

You can get up-to-the-minute live results from the US Election on our results page when polls close.  Americans are facing a decision about the future of their country and no matter which president they choose, Canada cannot escape the pull of political polarization from its closest neighbour.Vice-President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump present

Alberta unveils 3 sweeping bills affecting trans and gender-diverse youth

Alberta unveils 3 sweeping bills affecting trans and gender-diverse youth

The Alberta government has introduced sweeping legislation that advocates warn will greatly impact the lives of trans and gender-diverse people. Premier Danielle Smith said the measures will preserve choice for children and youth, however the legislation limits access to health care, education and sports for gender diverse people depending on their age.“I know this is

Ontarians to get $200 rebate cheque next year, Ford announces

Ontarians to get $200 rebate cheque next year, Ford announces

The Ford government is planning on sending Ontario taxpayers a $200 rebate cheque in the mail starting early next year. Premier Doug Ford made the announcement Tuesday alongside Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy — a day before the province tables its fall economic statement.The $200 aside, the province is also proposing an additional $200 for each

Scott Moe’s Saskatchewan Party projected to form majority government

Scott Moe’s Saskatchewan Party projected to form majority government

It was a tight election race but Scott Moe secured the Saskatchewan Party’s fifth-straight majority, defeating challenger Carla Beck’s NDP that was looking to take back government for the first time since 2007. While the official count is still ongoing, Motorcycle accident toronto today is projecting the Saskatchewan Party will form a majority government in the 61-seat

The push to criminalize residential school denialism in Canada

The push to criminalize residential school denialism in Canada

As a young child, Dennis Saddleman’s mother always ensured he knew how much she loved him, gave him kisses on his forehead and told him how beautiful he was. That all changed when he was six years old, and those warm words turned ice cold when he was sent to the Kamloops Indian Residential School.