Activist Paul Watson won’t face extradition by Denmark to Japan

Following the recent election, Prime Minister Mark Carney's governing Liberals are set to lead a minority government, having secured 169 seats, three short of a majority. The Bloc Québécois leader has stated he won't oppose the government for at least a year, allowing Carney to govern with relative stability initially, despite other parties’ weakened positions. While the Conservatives hold significant voter support, they may struggle to influence the legislative agenda without coalition partners, as issues...

Summary Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston explained their decisions to distance themselves from Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party during the federal election, citing past tensions. Houston declined to attend a Poilievre rally, while Ford noted that Poilievre had previously instructed his team not to support the Ontario Progressive Conservatives. Ultimately, the Conservatives won 144 seats, losing ground in Nova Scotia, while Liberals formed a minority government with 169 MPs, reflecting a...

A recent survey indicates that a significant minority of Canadians harbor negative views of Jews, which are linked to their sentiments toward Israel, particularly amidst rising antisemitism in Canada. Following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, hate crimes against Jews surged, with 900 out of 1,284 reported incidents targeting this community. The surveys reveal that older Canadians generally hold more positive views on Jewish-Canadian relations, while a higher percentage of francophones in Quebec express negative...

Bob McGuinn was a long-time hockey teammate, playing together for eleven years across various levels, including Humber Valley, Etobicoke Junior B, and Cornell University, where he won an NCAA championship. Despite not being the best player, his unique style and ability to score made him memorable, while his humor and team spirit brought joy to every team he was part of. Beyond hockey, McGuinn excelled as a senior executive, maintained a humorous approach to golf,...

SummaryTechnical issues disrupted the sexual assault trial for five former world junior hockey players, Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, Carter Hart, and Michael McLeod, in London, Ont. on Tuesday. Justice Maria Carroccia had to adjourn proceedings early after additional video evidence was presented. The trial is set to continue in Superior Court, with live coverage resuming this morning. Full Article

SummaryConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre experienced mixed results in the recent election, achieving a generational high in his party's vote share and making inroads with new voting blocs. Despite these gains, he was unable to unseat Mark Carney and the Liberals from government, and additionally lost his own seat in the process. This outcome highlights both the progress made by the Conservative Party and the challenges they still face in the political landscape. Full Article