Surrey school seeks help for hungry students
W.E. Kinvig Elementary in Surrey requests emergency funds as 50 families struggle with food insecurity after provincial funding cuts. Learn how you can help.
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BC spousal cap reform leaves disabled facing barriers
BC's recent change to the spousal cap rule for disability support falls short of promised reform, leaving thousands of disabled individuals trapped in poverty and difficult relationships.
$10 Gap Between BC Living Wage and Minimum Wage
New report reveals BC's living wage reaches $27.85, creating a $10 gap with minimum wage that affects 500,000 Metro Vancouver workers struggling with basic costs.
Adopt-A-School campaign launches 14th year in Vancouver
The Vancouver Sun Children's Fund launches its 14th Adopt-A-School campaign to help schools support children facing poverty and hunger. Learn how you can help.
Trump Calls 65% of Americans 'Fools' Over Tariff Opposition
MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell condemns Trump for insulting majority of Americans who oppose his tariffs, as new poll shows growing disapproval of trade policy causing inflation.
Senate Fails To Stop Trump's Venezuela Policy
In a dramatic political standoff, the U.S. Senate narrowly rejected a measure to block President Trump from taking military action against Venezuela. The controversial vote reveals deep divisions over foreign policy.
Carney Signals Major Fiscal Policy Shift in Budget
Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney announces a significant departure from traditional fiscal management, emphasizing strategic investment over austerity measures in the latest budget framework.
Supreme Court to rule on Sask school pronoun case
Canada's highest court will determine if Saskatchewan's controversial parental consent policy for student pronoun changes violates Charter rights in a landmark education case.
Disabled Sudbury Woman Homeless in Broken Tent
A disabled Sudbury woman faces unimaginable hardships living homeless in a damaged tent, exposing the severe gaps in Ontario's social support systems during harsh weather conditions.
Federal Budget Pivots on Oil and Gas Policy
Canada's latest federal budget signals a significant shift in oil and gas policy, but industry experts warn key implementation details remain uncertain. Explore the implications for carbon capture incentives and clean electricity investments.
Toronto Food Bank Reality: Shattering Stereotypes
A Toronto columnist shares his transformative experience with food banks, challenging common stereotypes about users and revealing surprising truths about who needs help putting food on the table.
BC Climate Policies: An Insider's Warning
A former political insider reveals how British Columbia's climate policies hurt working families while failing environmental goals. Learn the hard truths about eco-politics gone wrong.
Saskatchewan Food Bank Crisis Deepens Amid Rising Demand
New report reveals alarming surge in food bank usage across Saskatchewan as inflation and economic pressures push more families into food insecurity.
Reagan Was 'Very Opposed to Tariffs' Says Former Adviser
Exclusive insights from a former Reagan adviser shed new light on the late president's opposition to tariffs and why Ontario's anti-tariff campaign was historically accurate.
Trump Says Carney Apologized for Reagan Tariff Ad
Former President Donald Trump reveals an unexpected apology from Mark Carney regarding a controversial political advertisement, sparking renewed discussion about historical trade policies.
Tax Surcharge Crisis: Canadians Paying for Government Waste
Discover how hidden tax surcharges are draining Canadian wallets and what it reveals about government spending priorities. An in-depth analysis of Ottawa's controversial revenue strategy.
Reagan's Tariff Opposition: Free Trade in His Own Words
Discover Ronald Reagan's passionate free-market philosophy through his own powerful words opposing tariffs and protectionism, revealing insights that remain relevant today.
Canada's Hate Speech Law: National Debate Explained
Explore the heated discussion around Canada's proposed hate speech legislation. Learn why supporters call it necessary protection while critics warn of free speech implications in this comprehensive analysis.
Ottawa's New Fiscal Framework: Key Changes Explained
Discover how the federal government's new budget rules will impact spending, deficits, and economic growth. Get the essential breakdown of Ottawa's fiscal overhaul.
Canada Must Defend Creators From AI Thievery
As artificial intelligence threatens Canadian arts and culture, experts demand urgent government action to safeguard creators from AI theft and ensure fair compensation.
Canada Gets Serious About Defence Spending
After decades of neglect, Canada is making historic investments in defence with a new strategic vision that could reshape North American security.
Montreal Homeless Skeptical of Election Promises
As Montreal's mayoral race heats up, homeless residents express deep skepticism about campaign pledges, calling them recycled rhetoric that rarely translates into real change.
Canadian Military Targets 400,000 Reserve Personnel
Canada's Department of National Defence is developing an ambitious mobilization strategy to dramatically expand its reserve forces, potentially growing to 400,000 personnel to enhance national security readiness.
U.S. Cuts Refugee Intake to 7,500, Down 90% From Biden Era
The United States plans to dramatically reduce refugee admissions to just 7,500 people in the coming year, a staggering decrease from over 100,000 under President Biden, signaling a major shift in American immigration policy.
Poilievre Rebukes Carney: Young Canadians Deserve Economic Hope
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre delivers sharp rebuttal to Mark Carney's pre-budget speech, outlining bold vision to tackle housing crisis and restore economic opportunity for younger generations.
Poilievre's "We See You" Message to Young Canadians
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre delivers powerful pre-budget speech targeting young Canadians struggling with affordability crisis, housing costs, and economic uncertainty.
Alberta UCP reverses course on class size reporting
The UCP government makes a significant policy reversal, committing to restart transparent reporting of class sizes across Alberta schools after years of data blackout.
PM Trudeau snubs families of Hamas victims
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces criticism for refusing to meet with relatives of Canadians killed and captured by Hamas during Ottawa visit. The families' plea for direct government engagement goes unanswered.
Trump's Venezuela Remarks Shock Senate Republicans
Former President Donald Trump's controversial comments about Venezuela during a private Senate briefing have raised eyebrows in diplomatic circles and could impact US foreign policy.
Alberta UCP targets teacher rights in dangerous move
The Alberta UCP government's controversial Bill 15 could strip teachers of fundamental bargaining rights, setting a concerning precedent that threatens worker protections across the province. Learn how this legislation could impact your rights.
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