McGill suspends extracurricular events on campus amid safety concerns over controversial speakers

Critics are once again voicing their opposition to the provincial government’s plan to construct a luxury spa on the former Ontario Place site. The backlash is fueled by allegations that the company selected to manage the multi-billion-dollar project misrepresented itself and overstated its experience to secure the contract. As demolition work continues on the site, concerns regarding transparency and the qualifications of the involved parties have intensified among stakeholders. Full Article

On April 15, 1945, the Royal Canadian Dragoons (RCD) liberated Leeuwarden, Netherlands, amidst rain and isolated gunfire, marking a pivotal moment near the end of World War II. As German troops withdrew, locals celebrated the Canadians' arrival, which symbolized their liberation. On the 80th anniversary, SC Cambuur football club commemorated this event by unveiling a special jersey inspired by the Dragoons' uniform, featuring the Canadian Maple Leaf and the Dragoon’s badge, while 100-year-old veteran Jim...

2025 Election Debate Summary Leaders of Canada's major federal parties, including Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet, will participate in the first nationally televised debate of the 2025 election campaign. This French-language debate, airing tonight at 6 p.m. in Montreal, is crucial for engaging francophone voters and providing a platform for undecided voters ahead of the April 28 election. The National Post will...

On April 16, 2025, striking daycare workers in Montreal welcomed local NDP candidates with chants and drums as they protested against pay disputes with Quebec’s ministry of families. While NDP leader Jagmeet Singh was absent, the candidates received support despite the FSSS-CSN union not officially endorsing a federal party. The changing dynamics in union support, with some endorsing Conservative candidates, reflect a broader disillusionment, particularly among male voters, as NDP support among union households has...

Summary Ontario Premier Doug Ford's recent criticism of federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's campaign has raised eyebrows, especially given Ford's apparent ambitions for federal leadership. Despite his campaign manager Kory Teneycke's negative assessments of Poilievre's campaign, Ford's endorsement of Teneycke as the "best campaign manager in the country" undermines his claim of neutrality in the federal election. This behavior, perceived as backstabbing by many, risks alienating federal Conservative supporters while highlighting Ford's own shortcomings as...

Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom is promoting Canadian tourism to his state by emphasizing its distance from President Trump, stating, “California, it’s the ultimate playground, 2,000 miles from Washington.” With a decline in Canadian tourism to California since Trump's second term began, Newsom highlights the state's appeal, boasting about its attractions and the substantial economic impact of tourism, which supports 1.2 million jobs. He seeks to reassure Canadians that their vacation plans are welcome despite...