Letters: Dear Canada, We Americans are furious, too

The Air Passenger Rights group is challenging the Canadian federal government in court over regulations that restrict passengers from publicly discussing complaints made to the airline oversight body. They argue that these rules are unconstitutional, as they infringe upon the right to freedom of expression. This legal action highlights broader concerns regarding transparency and accountability within the airline industry in Canada. Full Article

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to sign an order on May 6, 2025, to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, raising them from 25% to 50%. This move, aimed at bolstering U.S. industries and protecting jobs, has prompted Canadian officials, including Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, to explore new markets and increase domestic steel usage. The Canadian steel and aluminum sector, heavily reliant on U.S. exports, faces...

Delta Air Lines Crash Investigation Delta Air Lines has denied full responsibility for injuries resulting from the February 17 crash at Toronto Pearson International Airport, as stated in a U.S. court filing reviewed by CBC News. The incident involved the plane ending up upside down on a snowy runway, leading to at least 16 Canadian passengers filing lawsuits alleging injuries. Transportation Safety Board investigators are examining the wreckage as part of the ongoing investigation into...

Summary The Liberal government has introduced Bill C-2, a comprehensive border security bill that enhances law enforcement powers, including warrantless access to communications and mail searches. The legislation aims to tighten the asylum claim process, allowing the government to deem certain asylum seekers inadmissible while granting the Canada Border Services Agency greater inspection authority. Additionally, it proposes increased penalties for non-compliance with anti-money laundering laws and mandates data accessibility for organizations providing electronic services to...

Irish mixed martial artist Paddy McCorry made headlines after his unanimous decision victory over Israel’s Shuki Farage at Cage Warriors 189 in Rome. Celebrating his win, McCorry draped himself in a Palestinian flag and shouted “Free Palestine,” with the crowd chanting in support. This victory improved McCorry’s professional record to 6-1, while Farage, who has a record of 2-2, faced a challenging return after a long absence from the ring. Full Article

In a recent vote, the opposition parties, led by Conservative interim leader Andrew Scheer, successfully urged the government to present an economic update or budget before the House of Commons recesses on June 20, despite the vote being non-binding. The Liberals, with 169 MPs, narrowly lost the vote 166 to 164, which highlighted the challenges of governing with a minority mandate. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne confirmed no federal budget would be presented in spring, instead...