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Border Crossing Changes U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) plans to introduce a system for photographing vehicles exiting the U.S. at border crossings, matching images with travel documents to confirm identity, though no implementation timeline has been given. This expansion aims to enhance national security and address concerns regarding outbound traffic, especially as Canadians express unease about traveling to the U.S., with a recent poll indicating that 52% feel unsafe and 54% feel unwelcome. The...

SummaryFollowing a judicial recount, the Quebec riding of Terrebonne has shifted to the Liberal Party, which narrowly defeated the Bloc Québécois by a single vote. This victory increases the Liberals' total to 170 seats in the House of Commons, bringing them within two seats of achieving a majority government. The outcome highlights the competitive nature of the election and the significance of each vote in determining the balance of power in Canadian politics. Full Article

Alberta's Rat Control Program Twice a year, a patrol team inspects various locations, including barns, straw bales, and grain storage bins, along a 600-kilometre stretch of the Alberta-Saskatchewan boundary in search of rats. This ongoing effort is part of a 75-year mission to prevent these rodents from establishing a presence in Alberta. The program, which began in the 1950s with the help of Napoleon Poulin, aims to maintain the province's rat-free status. Full Article

A recent Leger poll indicates that over 80% of Quebec residents identify as part of the Canadian nation, contradicting separatist rhetoric from some political leaders. Notably, 72% of Bloc Québécois voters agree, while 90% of Liberal voters do, reflecting a broader sentiment among Quebecers that transcends political divides. Amid rising separatist sentiments in other provinces, the findings suggest a potential shift away from separatism in Quebec, influenced by national unity discussions and a desire for...

SummaryIn Canada, beef prices have risen by 10-12% in early 2025 due to restricted cattle supply from drought, increased feed costs, and strong international demand, particularly from Asia. Conversely, pork prices are declining, impacted by the potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian exports, which could further decrease retail prices by 2%. Additionally, pork producers face a 12% drop in domestic consumption as consumers shift to other proteins, compounded by research showing that beef price hikes do...

Following a recent election in Canada, 111 MPs lost their seats, highlighting the emotional toll of political defeat. Former MPs like Sue Barnes and Mark Holland expressed profound grief, with Holland sharing his struggle with depression and suicide attempts after his 2011 loss, while Barnes compared her electoral defeat to the loss of her husband. Although not all former politicians face such severe challenges, many experience significant emotional distress, as losing a seat is described...