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Highway 3 closed due to downed telecom lines

A section of Highway 3 near London, Ontario, is closed after telecommunication lines fell across the roadway. Ontario Provincial Police report no ongoing threat to public safety. Details on the closure and response.

B.C. ER Closing for 25 Hours on Christmas Eve

A critical emergency room in British Columbia's Interior will shut down for 25 hours starting Christmas Eve, impacting holiday healthcare access. Learn the details and official reasoning.

Budget Officer Regrets 'Stupefying' Fiscal Remark

Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques expresses regret for his strong criticism of federal fiscal management. Get the details on the Ottawa committee testimony and the context of his remarks.

Hwy. 11 Closure from Cochrane to Nipigon Extended

A major highway closure on Highway 11 between Cochrane and Nipigon in Northern Ontario is expected to last until late afternoon. Get the latest travel updates and alternative route information.

Batra: Floor Crossings Defy Canadian Voters' Will

Adrienne Batra argues recent Conservative MPs defecting to the Liberals subverts the election result, denying a 'Carney majority' Canadians never chose. Share your view in the comments.

Calls Grow to Reform Floor Crossing Rules in Canada

Political analyst Raphaël Melançon argues for stricter rules on MPs and MNAs switching parties mid-term, citing recent defections that undermine voter trust. A proposed solution: resign and run in a byelection.

Poilievre's Conservatives to force pipeline vote next week

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.

Federal Housing Program to Build 26,000 Homes: PBO

A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals the $13-billion Build Canada Homes initiative will construct only 26,000 new homes over five years. Read the analysis of federal housing and economic subsidy plans.

MNA Calls for Inquiry on Crime's Grip on Quebec Bars

Liberal MNA Jennifer Maccarone calls for a parliamentary commission after a wave of shootings and arson targeting Quebec bars and restaurants, citing a 'culture of fear' and disbanded police committees.

Stellantis contradicts gov't on contract redactions

Stellantis claims the Canadian government, not the company, insisted on redacting a multimillion-dollar agreement provided to MPs, contradicting official testimony. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly now pledges to release the full document.

PBO: MPs Should Approve Fiscal Target Changes

Canada's fiscal watchdog says Ottawa should seek House of Commons approval to alter key fiscal targets, like the recently abandoned debt-to-GDP anchor. Read the latest on federal spending.

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