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Summary Prime Minister Mark Carney is meeting with provincial and territorial premiers in Saskatoon to discuss fast-tracking major infrastructure and energy projects, aiming to reduce approval times from five to two years. The proposed legislation would allow certain projects deemed nationally significant to bypass some existing approvals, with Alberta's pipeline proposal highlighted as crucial by Premier Danielle Smith. The meeting will also address interprovincial trade barriers and the impact of potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian...

On May 22, 2025, divers John Ryan and his team confirmed the long-rumored presence of a 1920s Essex sedan at the bottom of Lake Minnewanka in Banff National Park, located nearly 60 meters deep. Using sonar technology, they located the vehicle, which was reported to have fallen through the ice in the late 1920s, and found it in just seven minutes despite poor visibility. The discovery has sparked interest in possibly uncovering more submerged artifacts...

Wildfire Situation in Alberta and Western Canada With rising temperatures, strong winds, and lightning threats, Alberta Wildfire has issued a fire ban for northern and central regions, prohibiting wood fires on public and private land; currently, 49 wildfires are active, with 25 classified as out of control. As wildfires threaten communities and oilsands operations, companies like Canadian Natural Resources and MEG Energy have evacuated staff, halting production. Eight notable wildfires in northern Alberta are prompting...

SummaryAs the Hudson’s Bay Company prepares to close its flagship store in Toronto, Ruby Liu has brokered a deal to take over up to 28 leases from Hudson's Bay and its sister Saks businesses across Alberta, B.C., and Ontario. Liu plans to transform these locations into a "new modern department store." However, experts caution that transitioning from this vision to reality may present significant challenges. Full Article

On the eve of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney, Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed a memorandum of understanding with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe to eliminate internal trade barriers between their provinces, enhancing the flow of goods, services, and workers. This agreement aligns with Ford's broader initiative to address trade issues across Canada, as several provinces have introduced similar legislation in response to economic pressures, including U.S. trade policies. The upcoming meeting will also...

SummaryAs Nova Scotia faces a significant housing shortage affecting tens of thousands, non-profit organizations are stepping in to help those priced out of the private market. This effort is particularly challenging for groups reliant on volunteers to manage operations. Among these organizations is the Antigonish Affordable Housing Society, represented by board members Colleen Cameron (chair), Pauline MacIntosh (vice-chair), and Mary Oxner (treasurer), who stand in front of a new development on Appleseed Drive, set to...