Trump wants Ukraine to supply rare earth minerals to U.S. in exchange for future aid

Summary Chief Rick O'Bomsawin of the Abenaki Nation of Odanak in Quebec is actively addressing concerns over identity fraud related to 'self-identified' Abenaki groups in the U.S., which he argues are not genuinely Indigenous. His advocacy coincides with New Hampshire's recent decision at the end of March to reject a bill that would have strengthened the authority of certain state-recognized tribes. O'Bomsawin emphasizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of Indigenous identity amid ongoing challenges...

SummaryIn the context of Canada's federal election, a generational divide emerges, with Boomers leaning towards the Liberals and younger voters supporting Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives, largely due to concerns over the cost of living. Claire Rattée, a 32-year-old Conservative MLA in B.C., attributes this shift to younger voters feeling disconnected from traditional progressive leaders and finding the Conservative platform more relatable and focused on middle-class issues. She emphasizes the need for political leaders to engage younger...

2025 Federal Election in Canada The 45th federal election in Canada is set for April 28, 2025, called by Liberal leader Mark Carney following Justin Trudeau's resignation, to address urgent issues like US trade tensions. Key political leaders include Mark Carney (Liberal), Pierre Poilievre (Conservative), Jagmeet Singh (NDP), Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc Québécois), and Jonathan Pedneault/Elizabeth May (Green). Voters, who must be Canadian citizens aged 18 and older, can vote in-person, by mail, or during advance...

Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN), located along the Athabasca River in Alberta, has leveraged revenue from its First Nation-owned companies to enhance living standards for its 900 members. With 97% of its revenue averaging $1.7 billion annually from the oil sands sector since 1986, FMFN has prioritized community capitalism, leading to economic self-sufficiency and significant investments in education and infrastructure. Chief Raymond Powder emphasizes the community's commitment to balancing business interests with cultural preservation, ensuring...

U.S. federal regulators have mandated that South Bow, the operator of the Keystone Pipeline, implement several corrective measures following a rupture that resulted in the spillage of over 556,000 litres of oil onto farmland in North Dakota. The incident occurred on April 8, 2025, near Fort Ransom. South Bow is optimistic about resuming operations within the next few days after addressing the regulatory requirements. Full Article

Summary During a campaign event in Ottawa on April 12, 2025, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre stated he would not expand eligibility for medical assistance in dying but affirmed that Canadians would maintain access to this right under a Conservative government. He emphasized the need for better healthcare options while reiterating that the current parameters for assisted dying would remain unchanged. Medical assistance in dying has been legal in Canada since 2016, with significant legal adjustments...