'A survival game': How the cost of living has changed since the 2021 federal election

SummaryThree men who were defrauded by Ponzi schemer Greg Martel have initiated a class action lawsuit, asserting that both a bank and a regulatory body played roles in allowing the fraudulent scheme to continue for years, leading to significant and preventable losses for investors. The lawsuit claims that the inaction of these institutions enabled Martel to misappropriate funds without oversight. This legal action underscores the alleged failures of financial oversight that contributed to the extensive...

Summary The Conservative caucus has appointed Andrew Scheer to lead the party in Parliament for the upcoming spring session. This decision follows the recent election loss of the party's leader, Pierre Poilievre, who had represented the Ontario riding of Carleton for over 20 years. Scheer's new role reflects the party's strategic shift after Poilievre's defeat. Full Article

Prime Minister Mark Carney met U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on May 6, 2025, marking their first encounter since Carney's election. Both leaders praised each other as “transformational” while emphasizing partnership, despite Trump's continued assertion of wanting Canada to be an American state. The meeting began with a social media post from Trump criticizing Canada, but they engaged amicably, with Carney maintaining a diplomatic demeanor as he skillfully navigated Trump's ramblings and...

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick recently described Canada as “a socialist regime” that relies on the U.S., expressing skepticism about a potential trade deal with the country ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's meeting with President Trump. Lutnick, a billionaire businessman and philanthropist, oversees the Department of Commerce, managing trade policy and advocating for tariffs to protect American industries. He is known for his strong support of Trump's aggressive tariff agenda, which he believes...

Summary Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has found support in Quebec from Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, who praised her for advocating provincial autonomy and potentially including a separation referendum in 2026. Smith emphasized the need for an "Alberta accord" to address issues with the federal government, citing widespread feelings of neglect among Albertans. St-Pierre Plamondon noted a resurgence in support for Quebec independence, which has risen to nearly 40%, reflecting broader concerns about federal...

The New Democratic Party of Canada has appointed Don Davies as its interim leader following Jagmeet Singh's resignation after losing his seat in the April 28 federal election. Born in Edmonton in 1963, Davies has been an MP since 2008, winning six consecutive elections in Vancouver Kingsway, and has held various roles in Parliamentary associations. With the NDP's recent decline to 7 seats and Alberta's provincial NDP severing ties, the party is focused on rebuilding,...