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SummaryThe Fun Philippines Ottawa Food and Music Street Festival, originally scheduled for later this month on Wellington Street, has been postponed following a tragic car-ramming attack at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver that resulted in 11 fatalities and numerous injuries. In response to the attack, a vigil was held in Ottawa where mourners gathered to pay their respects, leaving flowers and lighting candles. Organizers of the Ottawa festival made the decision to prioritize community...

Canada’s Main Street: The Epic Story of the Trans-Canada Highway by Craig Baird, set for release on May 13, explores the significant yet often overlooked narrative of the Trans-Canada Highway, a vital infrastructure project for the nation. Unlike the well-documented Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR), the Trans-Canada Highway's construction faced prolonged negotiations with provinces and was completed behind schedule and over budget, yet it fundamentally transformed Canadian connectivity. This book seeks to elevate the highway's historical...

Summary A recent Leger survey for the Association for Canadian Studies reveals that over half of Canadians (54%) feel unwelcome in the United States, with 52% believing it is no longer safe for Canadians to travel there. The findings coincide with rising tensions due to trade disputes and border security concerns, prompting worries about economic implications and travel patterns, which have reportedly decreased by 70% for upcoming months. Additionally, the survey highlights generational differences in...

SummaryDuring a meeting at the White House on May 6, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his belief that the Canada-U.S. border is an “artificially drawn line” while speaking with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Historians suggest that while Trump’s assertion has some merit, the reality surrounding the border's history and significance is more complex. This conversation reflects ongoing discussions about national boundaries and their implications in modern politics. Full Article

On May 6, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney met U.S. President Donald Trump at the Oval Office for their first in-person discussion, which included a 30-minute press briefing followed by a private working luncheon. Trump congratulated Carney on his recent election victory, citing it as a significant political comeback, while Carney praised Trump's leadership and emphasized the importance of U.S.-Canada cooperation. The conversation also touched on topics such as trade relations and Trump's belief in...

Construction is underway for a new supervised inhalation center in Montreal, designed to also provide housing, a community center, and meals, while permitting the injection of hard drugs. Bill 103, introduced by Social Services Minister Lionel Carmant, empowers the Health Ministry to impose cleanliness and safety conditions on supervised consumption sites, with the potential for authorization to be revoked if these standards are not met. This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to address public health concerns...