'They're holding it hostage!' U.S. comedian Jim Gaffigan tries to buy bourbon in Vancouver

This month, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is issuing final Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR) payments but has identified potential overpayments to some individuals, requiring repayment. The rural supplement, a 20% increase for residents of small communities, will be affected, with notifications sent starting April 15. Following the termination of the consumer carbon tax by Prime Minister Mark Carney, the upcoming rebate will not be based on collected carbon tax revenues, potentially costing the federal government...

SummaryOTTAWA — A record 7.3 million Canadians voted in advance polls during the Easter long weekend, marking a 25% increase from the 2021 general election. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh expressed excitement over the turnout and urged voters in British Columbia to support more NDP candidates, emphasizing the importance of having New Democrats to balance power against a potential re-elected Liberal government led by Mark Carney. Elections Canada will release detailed voting data for all 343...

Summary Mark Carney delivered a notable performance at a press conference in Fredericton, where he praised the late Pope Francis as a moral voice and advocate for the vulnerable, despite previously stating that his Catholic beliefs were a private matter unrelated to his political views, particularly on abortion. Carney recounted a past encounter with Francis during a Vatican summit on inclusive economies, where the Pope emphasized the need to integrate human values into the market,...

Canada's women's soccer team will host friendlies against Haiti in Winnipeg and Montreal during FIFA's May-June international window. The match on May 31 in Manitoba is particularly significant, as it serves as a "special celebration" honoring the remarkable international career of midfielder Desiree Scott. Scott has represented Canada in three World Cups and three Olympic Games, winning bronze medals in 2012 and 2016, and earning a gold medal in Tokyo in 2021. Full Article

Summary Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative platform, released on April 21, 2025, outlines plans for $100 billion in deficits over four years, driven by tax cuts and reforms including criminal justice changes and reduced environmental regulations. The government aims to cut program spending by $23 billion while increasing revenue by $17.8 billion, primarily through tariffs linked to U.S. trade actions; however, the redistribution of tariff revenues remains unclear. Additional proposals include streamlining the public service, selling federal...

Kiké Dueck, an 11-year-old, caused concern when they skipped school, prompting their parents to notify the police. It was later revealed that Kiké had participated in a climate change protest. In response to their child's eco-anxiety, Kiké's parents are now assisting in nurturing seedlings that will be planted in a nearby urban forest, providing a constructive outlet for Kiké's environmental concerns. Full Article