Canada
Singh decision about cutting NDP ties to Trudeau, not an election prelude
My take here In ripping up the deal he had with Justin Trudeau's Liberals, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh gives himself and New Democrats across the country more freedom to try to win votes.
Liberals’ national campaign director is quitting
Althia Raj: According to one individual who spoke on condition of anonymity, Broadhurst told the prime minister he didn’t think Trudeau could win the next election and that Broadhurst should be replaced with someone who felt Trudeau could win a fourth term.
Les députés libéraux fédéraux du Québec uni derrière Justin Trudeau
«Les gens, ce qu’ils nous disent […], c’est qu’ils ne veulent pas Pierre Poilievre», soutient Stéphane Lauzon.
Canadian public servants protest 3-day in-office mandate: “No real plus value”
Dozens of federal public servants rallied in Ottawa to protest a mandate around remote work, which will soon force them back to the office for at least three days a week. On Global National, Mackenzie Gray explains why public sector unions argue the policy is not justified, as the federal government stands its ground on the issue.
Air Canada, union head to key talks as strike looms: ‘Completely stalled’
As the outcome of talks happening this week to try to avert an Air Canada strike remain uncertain, the union representing pilots says negotiations had stalled as of last week.
Canada’s canola sector may see ‘billion-dollar hit’ in China probe: report
Morningstar DBRS said in a report released Thursday that the investigation into canola seed imports by China could result in levies being imposed on the crop.
NDP used stock video from Russia, weeks after decrying Tories for doing the same
"We obtained the image from a North American stock image service," New Democrats said in a statement. "Nowhere did the service mention where the video was taken. We’ll take better care in the future.”
The Provinces
Beer, wine finally arrive in Ontario convenience stores
Convenience stores in Ontario can now officially sell alcohol, in an effort by Premier Doug Ford's government to reduce The Beer Store's grip on the industry. How the move was pushed two years ahead of schedule and how consumers are already taking advantage of the new rules.
Kinew jokes about CrossFit training with Poilievre after jogging with Trudeau
The Manitoba premier is asked about federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh's decision to rip up the Liberal-NDP deal -- and has some other comments. -DA
Dan Davies becomes 3rd BC United MLA to announce independent run
Dan Davies, who has represented Peace River North since 2017, confirmed his plans in a press conference on Thursday.
BC Greens pledge free transit provincewide if elected
B.C. Green Party Leader Sonia Furstenau has announced an election policy to make all public transit in the province free.
Quebec premier names Christine Frechette as minister of economy, energy
Pierre Fitzgibbon, the "superminister" who held the economy and energy portfolios, stepped down Wednesday, saying he lost motivation to do his job.
Sask. PCs, Buffalo Party consider alliance before election
People are so distrusting of politicians and the political system as a whole. It's getting very hard to try and find candidates and, when you have seven parties, that makes it even harder."
Elsewhere
Jan. 6 can’t be denied in federal court
Inside the courtroom, judges and jurors silently absorb chilling sights and sounds from television screens. Outside, it's a starkly different story.
Zelenskyy Meets Top Military Leaders in Germany as the US Announces Additional Aid for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pressed for more weapons support during a meeting with top United States military leaders and more than 50 partner nations in Germany. Defence Minister Bill Blair represented Canada at this meeting.
'You Wanted Turmoil. You Got It': How FSB Officers Chatted, And Plotted, To Sow Discord In The U.S.
Dozens of pages of chat logs introduced in U.S. court proceedings reveal Russian security service officers discussing their efforts to sow political discord in the United States, as well as exchanging banter about everything from tensions with their superiors over the invasion of Ukraine.
Science and tech
The US, UK, EU and other major nations have signed a landmark global AI treaty
Besides the US, UK and the EU, the treaty’s other signatories include Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, Moldova, San Marino, and Israel. Notably absent are many major countries from Asia and the Middle East, and Russia, but any country will be eligible to join it in the future as long as they commit to comply with its provisions, according to a statement from the Council of Europe. Where is Canada on this? Asking tomorrow ...
The Calendar
- Toronto - PM Trudeau attends Toronto International Film Festival events.
- 0645 ET: Ramstein Air Base, Germany - Defence Min Bill Blair speaks to reporters.
- 0830 ET: St John's - Agriculture Min Lawrence MacAulay makes a funding announcement
- 0930 ET: Ajax, ON - Health Min Mark Holland makes an infrastructure funding announcement.
- 1030 ET: Montreal - NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh campaigns in the riding of LaSalle—Émard—Verdun
- 1100 ET: Toronto - Deputy PM and Fin Min Chrystia Freeland visits a technology company.
- 1300 ET: Milford, ON - LPC MP Adam van Koeverden makes a funding announcement
- 1600 ET: Agassiz, BC - Indigenous Services Min Patty Hajdu participates in a signing ceremony.
- 1800 ET: Sidney, BC - GPC MP Elizabeth May campaigns in support of BC Green candidates.
Yesterday
- Eastern Townships, QC - PM Trudeau meets with the Quebec caucus
- Toronto - PM Trudeau attends the Toronto International Film Festival
- Nanaimo, BC - Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre campaigned in the riding of Nanaimo--Ladysmith
