LEAF TAKEAWAYS: Big guns rolled out at the right time for Toronto

Canada's largest school board, along with several others across North America, has received ransom demands linked to a significant cybersecurity breach involving PowerSchool that occurred during the winter break. This incident follows the company's decision to pay hackers to delete the stolen data. The breach highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in educational institutions' cybersecurity and raises concerns about the effectiveness of ransom payments in preventing further attacks. Full Article

Mitch Marner's Winning GoalMitch Marner scored the decisive goal in the third period as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Florida Panthers 4-3 in NHL playoff action on May 7, 2025. Joseph Woll stepped in for the injured Anthony Stolarz, making 25 saves to secure the victory. With this win, the Maple Leafs now hold a 2-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. Full Article

Evacuation Order for Boyle Residents An evacuation order was issued for the village of Boyle just before 11 p.m. on Tuesday, as a fire grew less than two kilometers from the community. All residents of Boyle, located approximately 150 kilometers north of Edmonton, were instructed to travel to a reception center in Lac La Biche immediately. Steve Wilcox, who manages a trailer park in Boyle, played a key role in helping evacuate the residents. Full...

During a recent Oval Office meeting, Prime Minister Mark Carney navigated President Trump’s derogatory remarks about Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Chrystia Freeland, whom Trump labeled a "terrible person" without naming her. Trump's consistent criticism of Freeland, particularly regarding her role in the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade negotiations, has raised concerns among political analysts about his views on strong women. Freeland attributes Trump's insults to her unwillingness to back down, asserting her commitment to Canada despite the negative...

Elections Canada has notified all registered political parties that 822 special ballots were left with the returning officer in the Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam riding. These ballots were cast by electors across 74 electoral districts throughout the country. This situation raises concerns regarding the proper handling and counting of votes in the electoral process. Full Article

OTTAWA — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's recent actions have raised concerns about a potential national unity crisis as she lowered the threshold for a 2026 independence referendum. With 55% of Albertans feeling unfairly treated by the federal government, and 20% supporting separation, Liberal insiders warn that Prime Minister Mark Carney must address these sentiments, especially during the upcoming G7 summit. Ontario Premier Doug Ford supports a more conciliatory approach towards Alberta, emphasizing the need for...