It is Thursday, May 21. Here are the top stories we are following today.
Carney and Trump at an Impasse on Trade Negotiations
Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump remain deadlocked in trade talks, with no progress reported on easing bilateral tensions or the upcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement. Business leaders and politicians are expressing growing concern over the stalemate.
Poilievre to Campaign Across Alberta for Canadian Unity
Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre announced he will be campaigning throughout Alberta, joined by all members of his Conservative caucus. He stated that he understands why federal Liberal policies, such as the gun buyback program and restrictions on oil and gas development, are fueling resentment in the province.
Geoff Russ: The South Africanization of B.C.
Columnist Geoff Russ draws parallels between post-apartheid South Africa and current political trends in British Columbia, noting punitive property dispossession, vicious rhetoric, and history wars. He warns that similar dynamics are emerging in the province.
Toronto Driver Wins Appeal of Red Light Ticket After 18 Years
A Toronto driver has successfully appealed a red light ticket issued nearly two decades ago. The appeal judge ruled that the original conviction was based on inadequate reasons and that sarcastic remarks by the justice of the peace were unbecoming.
Anti-Terror Symbol Bill Not Meant to Target Protests, Minister Says
Justice Minister Sean Fraser stated that the proposed anti-terror symbol bill maintains a high threshold for defining hate and will not outright criminalize the display of terror or hate symbols at protests.
