politics
Procurement delays putting Mounties at risk, says union
More than a decade after the intended lifespan of their pistols lapsed, Mounties across Canada are getting a new sidearm — but their union says the significant delay shows why the RCMP’s procurement process needs to be overhauled. Source link
Louise Arbour to be installed Canada's next governor general June 8
Louise Arbour will be installed as Canada’s next governor general on June 8. Source link
The drone war comes home: Canada scrambles to shield military bases in legal grey zone
Canada’s military is quietly deploying counter-drone defences at ports and air bases, racing to keep pace with lessons from Ukraine’s devastating strikes on Russian assets. The effort exposes a legal and operational grey zone — how to stop airborne threats over Canadian cities without disrupting civilian life or crossing regulatory lines. Source link
Carney government planning changes to speed approvals for pipelines, resource projects
The Carney government is planning to propose changes to make it easier for natural resource projects — including pipelines — to be approved and built faster. Source link
Carney to 'take into account' advice on Senate appointments from Trudeau-era committee
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday he will “take into account” the advice of an independent advisory body to fill a number of vacancies in the Senate — though he didn’t say explicitly how that will impact his decisions on appointments. Source link
Apple argues Liberals' lawful access bill could put users’ personal data at risk
Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree is facing mounting calls — including from the maker of the iPhone — to amend his lawful access bill amid concerns it will weaken digital encryption and introduce cyber-vulnerabilities. Source link
Carney announces multibillion-dollar Airbus order for AirAsia, a boon for Quebec aviation
Airbus Canada will supply AirAsia with 150 of its Canadian-made A220 jets in a multibillion-dollar coup for Quebec’s aviation industry. The planes are produced at a site in Mirabel, north of Montreal. Source link
Canada's government is looking at privatizing airports. What would that accomplish?
If Canada proceeds with privatizing airports, it could open opportunities for investors and infrastructure improvements. But it could also mean higher costs for air passengers. Source link
Canada to pick between Swedish and U.S. radar planes to protect its skies
The government of Canada wants to quickly acquire half a dozen new “flying radars” — officially called Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft — at a cost of more than $5 billion. Source link
Security protocol adopted after Hydro One hired alleged ISIS recruiter 'unreasonable': labour decision
After hiring an alleged ISIS recruiter, Ontario’s largest electricity provider tried to bring in a much more intensive security screening process to protect its grid — but a labour arbitrator has found Hydro One’s national security background checks were “intrusive” and “unreasonable.” Source link