Canada
Carney cancels carbon pricing in 1st move as PM
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday his government is “immediately” ending the consumer carbon price, making the change official during his first cabinet meeting. It comes on the same day he was sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister. David Akin reports on Global National. Carney’s cabinet will likely be short-lived, with an election call expected soon. In the meantime, they’ve got a trade war to contend with. Mercedes Stephenson breaks down his cabinet choices – and the opposition’s response.
[Press release] Swearing-in of the 30th Canadian Ministry
This new, leaner, focused Cabinet includes returning ministers, seasoned leaders, and new voices who will bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the team as it delivers on the things that matter most to Canadians, such as strengthening Canada’s economy and security. The new Cabinet is as follows ...
Joly says Europeans thought Trump’s annexation threat was a ‘joke’
'The reaction of my colleagues coming from Europe about this absurd threat of annexation was really, "Is that a joke?”' Mélanie Joly told reporters.
[Podcast] Why Isn't Canada the 51st State?
Dan explains how Canada has resisted many American attempts at annexation since the Revolution in 1775. From the tariff tensions of 1911 to President Trump's recent remarks about making Canada the 51st state, this episode delves deep into the various moments over the last 250 years when American leaders have eyed their northern neighbour for expansion. Dan examines the American invasions during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 and explains how Canada's resistance and unique circumstances have kept it independent. Discover the historical context behind today's headlines with this comprehensive look into U.S.-Canada relations.
The Conservatives are far ahead of the other parties when it comes to candidate selection and here are another eight. It is unlikely any in this group will take a seat in the House of Commons. They are all running in ridings where either the Bloc Québecois or the Liberals are heavy favourites and where the Conservatives finished a distant third in the 2021 elections. These candidates certainly know this and have stepped forward nonetheless to participate in our democratic process and that's worthy of some respect. -DA
Hirtle seeking the Liberal nomination in Cumberland-Colchester
Hirtle, well-known in the business community for her work with CBDC Northern Opportunities for Business Limited , a job she has done for almost 10 years, said the timing is right for her to pursue the nomination.
Carr makes bid for Conservative nomination in Nipissing–Timiskaming
The Callander councillor ran for the federal conservatives in 2019 losing to Liberal Anthony Rota.
The Provinces
B.C. preps legislation to scrap carbon tax
British Columbians won't be on the hook for the scheduled carbon tax increase on April 1, said Premier David Eby.
Smith skeptical on Prime Minister Carney despite end of carbon tax
“He’s made his view very clear about not wanting a transparent carbon tax. He wants a hidden one,” she said. “I don’t think it does Alberta any good if we end up seeing massive increases to industrial carbon taxes.”
Elsewhere
Britain's Starmer Says Putin 'Has To Stop Barbaric Attacks' And Agree To Ukraine Cease-Fire
As many as 25 world leaders are set to hold a virtual meeting to voice support for Ukraine in its fight against the Russian invasion and discuss what they can do to improve security for Ukraine and increase pressure on Moscow to end the war.
Media
Local newsrooms are using AI to listen in on public meetings
ncreasingly, AI transcription tools powered by large language models (LLMs), like LocalLens, are assisting journalists who cover local government – whether that be with auto-generated summaries of town halls meetings, school district proceedings, or even hearings in state legislatures. By most accounts, these tools aren’t able to generate publishable stories, or even publishable transcripts. But they are helping local reporters find sources, stay informed about public meetings they can’t attend in real time, and expand the scope of their coverage.
Introduction: The Future of Global Journalism—Relationships, Tools, and Power
International Journal of Press/Politics While researchers have begun exploring the implications of journalism’s global shift, there is much still to learn—especially regarding the power structures, relationships, and tools of this work. In this special issue introduction, we grapple with the term “global” and the ways these concepts help us better understand contemporary journalism. We suggest that journalism can be usefully conceptualized as a global field and as a global practice.
Issued this day ...
… in 1991. Sc 1305a se-tenant block of 4. Canadian Doctors. Design: René Milot.
Issued to honour accomplishments of Canadian physicians from top left, Jenni Kidd Trout (1841-1921) Canada’s first licensed female physician; Wilder Graves Penfield (1891-1976) founder of the Montreal Neurosurgical Institute; Harold Randall Griffith (1894-1985) who changed practice and philosophy of anesthesiology; and Frederick Banting (1891-1941) discover of insulin.