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Quebec loses $1.5B yearly due to anglo wage gap

A new study finds lower wages and higher unemployment among English-speaking Quebecers cost the provincial economy $1.5 billion annually. Experts call for targeted investment.

N.S. Premier to Meet Massachusetts Governor on Trade

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is set to meet with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey to discuss enhancing trade and energy cooperation between the regions. Learn more about the key topics on the agenda.

Nova Scotia minimum wage set to hit $17 in 2026

Nova Scotia's minimum wage is scheduled to increase to $17 per hour in October 2026, part of a multi-year plan. Learn about the timeline and what it means for workers and businesses.

Sudbury Firefighters Win Pay Parity with Police

An arbitrator has ruled that Sudbury firefighters will receive wage parity with city police. Salaries will rise to $119,000 by 2026. Read the details of this landmark decision.

Nova Scotia man dies after vehicle leaves highway

A 62-year-old Mabou man has died following a single-vehicle crash on a Nova Scotia highway in Aberdeen. The incident occurred on November 28, 2025. Read more details about this tragic accident.

Court Ruling Sparks Notwithstanding Clause Debate

Canada's Supreme Court eliminated mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography, prompting conservative calls for the notwithstanding clause and sparking debate about judicial overreach.

Canada to Restore Child Porn Mandatory Minimums

Justice Minister Sean Fraser announces legislation to restore mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession after Supreme Court ruling. New bill expected by year-end.

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