politics
From umbrella to uncertainty: Europe and Canada's nuclear deterrence anxiety
European allies are quietly exploring closer nuclear deterrence ties with France amid growing anxiety about the long-term reliability of U.S. security guarantees. Germany and Poland have acknowledged early-stage talks with Paris, while French President Emmanuel Macron has opened the door to a strategic dialogue — without offering a formal nuclear umbrella. Source link
Head of military's space division warns Russia is considering putting nuclear weapons in orbit
The head of Canada’s military space division says the country “should absolutely be” concerned about Russia’s potential capabilities amid global fears the Kremlin is considering putting nuclear weapons in place to target satellites. Source link
Inuit leaders urge Ottawa to follow Greenland's infrastructure lead
Inuit leaders back from a recent trip to Greenland say there’s a stark contrast between the infrastructure in that Nordic country compared to Canada’s North, and they’re calling on the federal government to urgently fill the gap as part of its enhanced focus on Arctic security. Source link
Prime minister, federal leaders to attend vigil in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., after mass shooting
Prime Minister Mark Carney and other federal leaders are set to attend a vigil for the victims of the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., on Friday evening. Source link
Canada, Denmark deepen defence ties after Greenland annexation threat
Canada and Denmark have signed a new defence co-operation agreement aimed at strengthening Arctic security amid lingering tensions over U.S. annexation threats toward Greenland. The pact enhances collaboration on surveillance and joint operations but does not go beyond existing NATO Article 5 commitments. Source link
Former minister Freeland violated election rules during 2024 byelection, watchdog finds
Former deputy prime minister and cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland violated election rules during a 2024 byelection, the Commissioner of Canada Elections said on Friday. Source link
What we know — and don't — about the guns used in the Tumbler Ridge, B.C., shooting
Three days after one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canada’s history, it’s still unclear how the shooter, who had a history of mental illness, got hold of the two guns recovered at the crime scene. Source link
Democrats launching probe into Trump, Lutnick links with Moroun after Gordie Howe bridge threat
Democrats in Washington say they’re launching an investigation into the Trump administration and its links to the wealthy owner of the Ambassador Bridge after the U.S. president threatened to block the opening of the competing Gordie Howe Bridge earlier this week. Source link
Supreme Court nullifies Liberal MP's election win by a single vote in Montreal-area riding
The Supreme Court of Canada annulled the results of a closely contested riding from last spring’s election on Friday. Source link
Canada's top court rules N.L. pandemic travel restrictions were constitutional
The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that Covid-19 travel restrictions imposed by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador were “reasonably justified” as infection numbers soared, lives were lost and little was known about the virus. Source link