Ukrainians find reprieve far from home at Edmonton church

Summary The Conservative caucus has appointed Andrew Scheer to lead the party in Parliament for the upcoming spring session. This decision follows the recent election loss of the party's leader, Pierre Poilievre, who had represented the Ontario riding of Carleton for over 20 years. Scheer's new role reflects the party's strategic shift after Poilievre's defeat. Full Article

Prime Minister Mark Carney met U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on May 6, 2025, marking their first encounter since Carney's election. Both leaders praised each other as “transformational” while emphasizing partnership, despite Trump's continued assertion of wanting Canada to be an American state. The meeting began with a social media post from Trump criticizing Canada, but they engaged amicably, with Carney maintaining a diplomatic demeanor as he skillfully navigated Trump's ramblings and...

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick recently described Canada as “a socialist regime” that relies on the U.S., expressing skepticism about a potential trade deal with the country ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's meeting with President Trump. Lutnick, a billionaire businessman and philanthropist, oversees the Department of Commerce, managing trade policy and advocating for tariffs to protect American industries. He is known for his strong support of Trump's aggressive tariff agenda, which he believes...

Summary Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has found support in Quebec from Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, who praised her for advocating provincial autonomy and potentially including a separation referendum in 2026. Smith emphasized the need for an "Alberta accord" to address issues with the federal government, citing widespread feelings of neglect among Albertans. St-Pierre Plamondon noted a resurgence in support for Quebec independence, which has risen to nearly 40%, reflecting broader concerns about federal...

The New Democratic Party of Canada has appointed Don Davies as its interim leader following Jagmeet Singh's resignation after losing his seat in the April 28 federal election. Born in Edmonton in 1963, Davies has been an MP since 2008, winning six consecutive elections in Vancouver Kingsway, and has held various roles in Parliamentary associations. With the NDP's recent decline to 7 seats and Alberta's provincial NDP severing ties, the party is focused on rebuilding,...

Travellers returning to Canada via the Peace Arch border crossing reported delays due to an unexpected additional checkpoint set up by U.S. Border and Customs Protection agents, which involved vehicle searches. One B.C. resident expressed discomfort over the situation, noting significant traffic backups and inspections that made her uneasy. DriveBC confirmed ongoing U.S. Customs operations were causing major delays, with the agency stating these inspections are crucial for community safety by helping apprehend wanted individuals...