politics
PM Carney and Alberta's Smith have signed a pivotal energy agreement. What comes next?
Now that Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have signed a pivotal energy agreement that could usher in a new oil pipeline, representatives from both governments and industry are sharing their expectations on what comes next. Source link
With a possible referendum looming, Carney and Smith find common ground on carbon pricing
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday’s landmark agreement with Alberta is about “building trust in a Canada that works.” Opinions will vary on his particular weighing of pragmatism and ambition, but he will presumably hope that he has something that can hold together. Source link
Manitoba's social media ban could bar teachers using YouTube in the classroom, says Kinew
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says his province’s ban on social media and AI chatbots for kids will likely bar teachers using YouTube in the classroom — a move that comes as the federal government continues to deliberate over whether to enact its own restrictions. Source link
Governor general strips 2 Order of Canada appointees of their honours
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon has approved the termination of appointment to the Order of Canada for two former honourees who have been found guilty of wrongdoing. Source link
Supreme Court rules intimate partner violence can be basis for lawsuits
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of Canada has created a new tort of intimate partner violence that will allow people to sue for damages when they have been subject to abuse in a relationship. Source link
Carney and Smith set to make energy announcement; carbon price deal expected
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will meet today in Calgary, where they’re expected to announce an agreement on the future of industrial carbon emission pricing in the province. Source link
Carney, Smith reach energy agreement that could see pipeline construction start in 2027
The federal and Alberta governments have advanced a climate and energy agreement that could see construction on an oil pipeline to the West Coast start as early as September 2027. Source link
Why the U.S. is noticing this Canadian security bill
A Liberal government bill that proposes giving police and spies easier access to information during investigations has fallen into the crosshairs of U.S. tech giants and two American congressional committees, threatening to become the latest irritant in the Canada-U.S. relationship. Source link
Military reprimanded soldiers who raised concerns about monitoring Canadians online during COVID-19
The military reprimanded soldiers after they raised concerns about an order to monitor Canadians’ online activity during the COVID-19 pandemic, CBC News has learned. Source link
For Danielle Smith and Alberta separatists, no clear path left for referendum after court loss
Pressure is mounting for premier to commit to the vote her UCP base wants, but First Nations have blocked. Source link