The U.S. has said it will not automatically renew the North American free trade agreement, reviving debate over the merits of a bilateral track
Category: Politics & Policy
Posted inDrugs
Trump signs order reclassifying marijuana as less dangerous
U.S. president Donald Trump’s marijuana reclassification aims to expand medical research while stopping short of full legalization
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Editorial: Canada’s surprisingly good ‘bad’ year
While 2025 has had its hardships, Canada has rapidly addressed weaknesses that Trump was unfortunately right to criticize
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Billionaire Dalio, BlackRock to help fund ‘Trump accounts’ for kids
Billionaires join the U.S. government in efforts to fund “Trump accounts” for children with US$1,000 deposits.
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Canada plow-maker can’t clear path through Trump tariffs
Most trade between the U.S. and Canada is tariff-free, but steel and aluminum tariffs are proving to be a continual challenge
Posted inCommunity
How culture shapes volunteerism in Canada
New data suggest race and immigration status shape who volunteers in Canada — and how
Posted inSecurity
U.K. defence chief says ‘more people’ need to be ready to fight for country
Britain is also funding new Defence Technical Excellence Colleges to help defence employers train up staff
Posted inPolitics & Policy
2025’s good news story
Investments in police and border security are paying off: Canada has seen a nationwide drop in auto thefts. But these vehicles remain at risk
Posted inCommentary
Editorial: With the CRA, we need competence before convenience
In principle, we would support the Canada Revenue Agency filing taxes on behalf of many Canadians. In practice, the CRA needs to clean up its act first
Posted inWorld
EU states lift hurdle to using Russian assets for Ukraine loan
The European Union plans a scheme for a Russian asset loan to Ukraine to provide €200 billion in emergency funding