John Ivison: Liberal bus stops near the border and finds reason to be confident

Backlash Against Bill 5Following the passage of Bill 5 in Ontario, which aims to accelerate development, particularly in mining, protests continue to grow. At a rally in Thunder Bay, participants expressed their desire for the legislation to be repealed, citing concerns over its impact on the economy and local communities. More Context

Concerns Over Sikh Safety in Canada More than a dozen Canadian Sikhs are facing active threats to their lives, with advocacy organizations attributing these dangers to India. The World Sikh Organization of Canada argues it is unacceptable for the federal government to host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the upcoming G7 meeting, given these safety concerns. More Context

One of Toronto's largest and oldest elm trees, located on Barton Street, is set to be removed next week, raising concerns among local environmentalists. Forest ecologist Eric Davies from the University of Toronto, who measured the tree at 40 metres tall and 5.5 metres in circumference, is advocating for efforts to ensure its legacy continues despite the impending removal. More Context

Amidst a growing population of great white sharks in the North Atlantic, Cape Cod has implemented technology to warn beachgoers of nearby tagged sharks, while Nova Scotia lacks such protections despite its proximity. While some experts advocate for similar warning systems in Canada, others argue that the risk is lower due to fewer seal populations attracting sharks near beaches. More Context

Gurratan Singh, brother of former NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, criticized the lack of security for Canadians receiving duty-to-warn notifications regarding threats to their safety, particularly from foreign governments, calling it "unacceptable." This concern has intensified amid allegations of Indian government involvement in threats against Jagmeet Singh and other Sikh activists, prompting calls for immediate protection measures. More Context

Former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien advised Prime Minister Mark Carney on managing U.S. President Donald Trump's unpredictable behavior ahead of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, stressing the importance of maintaining composure. The Canadian government is adopting a new approach with mini joint statements on key issues like wildfires and artificial intelligence to avoid past discord, particularly regarding U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. More Context