As tech giants threaten to block Canadians’ access to online news, a new poll has found that half of Canadians believe the federal government should “back down” on Bill C-18, which calls for big tech companies to financially compensate Canadian news organizations for sharing their content. “Half of Canadians (49 percent) feel their government should back…
Half of Canadians Say Feds Should ‘Back Down’ on Online News Act: Poll
BC Police Warn About 3D-printed Guns That Look Like ‘Harmless Toys’
Police in British Columbia are raising concerns about the rise of 3D-printed guns and other privately made firearms, saying the risks posed by the weapons that often resemble “harmless toys” may not be understood by parents or teachers. The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit has shared a photo of an array of weapons printed in…
Quebec Officials Dismantle Homeless Camp Under Montreal Highway
Quebec officials have dismantled a homeless encampment beneath an elevated Montreal highway ahead of a major roadwork project and following a months-long legal battle. The province’s Transport Department says the last of the camp’s residents departed this morning and department personnel were in the process of clearing the site to make way for repair work…
‘Long Days Ahead,’ Says Eby as BC’s Wildfire Evacuation Orders and Alerts Climb
Escalating wildfires and worsening drought across British Columbia signal challenging times ahead, with the province and nation facing the worst fire season in 100 years, says Premier David Eby. Evacuation orders and alerts were expanded Tuesday near several wildfires in B.C.’s northern regions as communities try to keep residents safe and the BC Wildfire Service…
Nike Canada Under Investigation for Allegations of Using Uyghur Forced Labour: Watchdog
A federal watchdog says it is launching investigations into two companies over allegations of benefitting from forced labour in China, including apparel maker Nike Canada. The other company being investigated is Dynasty Gold, the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE) announced on July 11 in Ottawa. The investigations stem from complaints filed by a coalition…
48% of Canadians Have Lost Sleep This Year Due to Financial Stress: Poll
With interest rates on the rise and record-high inflation rates persisting, nearly half of Canadians say they have lost sleep due to financial stress this year, according to a new poll. “For the sixth year [in a row], Canadians say money is their top source of stress, with elevated inflation, higher gas prices and cost…
Minister Blair Doubles Down in Blaming CSIS for His Not Receiving Intel on Beijing Threat to MPs
Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair says staff in his office and department aren’t to blame for not informing him of Beijing threats to MPs and has repeated that Canada’s spy agency is at fault. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) “had Top Secret information that they felt that I should see, and clearly, the process…
‘Sound of Freedom’ Motivates Canadians Against Human Trafficking
The newly released movie “Sound of Freedom” is raising Canadian awareness of human trafficking and motivating people to respond, say two longtime advocates who work to combat the trade in humans. The drama, based on true events, tells the story of Tim Ballard, an employee for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, who rescues young…
Ottawa Could Help Health Care With Better International Recruiting, Smith Says
Improving health care is not just a matter of money and transfers from Ottawa to the provinces, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Tuesday. She said the federal government could help by streamlining recruitment of workers from abroad. “They are principally responsible when it comes to immigration and bringing people into the country, which is why…
BC Urges Residents to Conserve Water Amid Drought
The B.C. government has called on residents to conserve water as officials continue to monitor drought conditions in the province. “Consider taking shorter showers. Only do full loads of dishes and laundry. Water your lawn sparingly,” said Emergency Management Minister Bowinn Ma at a press conference on July 10 where she announced the expansion of…
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