On Tuesday, May 19, several major stories are unfolding. According to an NGO, Hamas memos indicate that Canadian-funded charities in Gaza were infiltrated by the terror group. The documents, reportedly seized by the Israeli army during its counteroffensive, detail how Hamas exploited international NGOs operating in the Strip.
Snowbirds Grounded After 2026
The Canadian Minister of Defence announced that the Snowbirds will be grounded after 2026, with new planes expected in the early 2030s. Despite millions spent on extending the aging aircraft's lifespan, engineering challenges forced an earlier retirement than planned, according to a senior RCAF commander.
MAID Cost Concerns
Some advocates fear that Canada and the U.S. may use assisted dying to curb elder and health care costs. As populations age and become more expensive to care for, critics argue that MAID is already being used in Canada to cut costs, and similar practices could emerge in the U.S.
Carney's Military Plan Questioned
John Ivison reports that Canada's military is not fully embracing Prime Minister Mark Carney's 'buy Canadian' plan. The Defence Department appears to have ignored or misplaced the memo about diversifying abroad, despite the prime minister's enthusiasm.
Poilievre Staff Shake-Up
Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre's chief of staff, Ian Todd, announced his retirement. In a note to the caucus, Todd expressed continued commitment to Poilievre and the movement, looking forward to when Poilievre serves as Prime Minister.
Additional stories include Carney's hunt for office art and Canada's challenges with CUSMA.
