SNOBELEN: When Should Doug Ford Exit Ontario Politics?
After a record third majority mandate, Premier Doug Ford faces speculation about his exit timing. John Snobelen examines the three ways leaders leave and lessons from past premiers.
After a record third majority mandate, Premier Doug Ford faces speculation about his exit timing. John Snobelen examines the three ways leaders leave and lessons from past premiers.
New Brunswick MLAs are wrapping up public consultations on the official languages review, gathering feedback from citizens across the province to modernize the 1969 act.
CUSMA review begins this week; failure to extend triggers annual reviews, not death. Parallel tariff talks loom. Alberta's exposure is low.
A 27-year-old Moncton man died in a single-vehicle crash on Route 109 near Plaster Rock, N.B., on June 22, 2026. RCMP say the vehicle left the road and struck a tree; no other vehicles involved.
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RecommendedThe UK has seen six prime ministers in ten years, from David Cameron to Keir Starmer, reflecting deep political instability and frequent leadership changes.
Prime Minister Mark Carney shifted from supporting the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran to backing the peace deal, reflecting middle power pragmatism at the G7.
Brian Lilley argues that Rogers taking over NHL broadcasts is not a break from tradition but a return to private sector roots, as CBC originally muscled out competitors.
Quebec Transport Minister Fréchette accuses the Parti Québécois of backtracking on the high-speed rail project, threatening the Capitale-Nationale region's economic benefits.
Three teenagers charged with murder at a Montreal Walmart have been granted bail with strict conditions, including curfews and no contact with the victim's family.
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RecommendedColby Cosh examines the irony of Alberta separatists' attachment to Canadian passports, highlighting the practical value of citizenship and the hidden costs of secession.
The Manitoba Progressive Conservatives are preventing former leadership hopeful Wally Daudrich from seeking the party's nomination in the Turtle Mountain constituency.
Quebec's government has introduced legislation to broaden the application of Bill 101, the province's landmark French language charter, affecting businesses and public services.
A drug trafficker's conviction for manslaughter after selling a rifle used in multiple killings signals increased legal risks for illegal firearm sellers.
Surrey Police Chief Norm Lipinski must resign by Thursday or face termination. Deputy Chief Todd Matsumoto appointed acting chief.
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RecommendedNew Brunswick begins an audit of its official languages act, aiming to assess and improve bilingual services across the province.
A parliamentary petition urges the Canadian government to mandate remote work for federal employees three days per week, citing productivity and work-life balance.
A 15-year-old boy was stabbed near a Montreal school, police say. The incident occurred on May 14, 2026, and investigations are ongoing.
A man of no fixed address is facing multiple break-and-enter charges in Owen Sound. Police allege he broke into several properties over the past month.
Tony Paniccia, 49, former special education head, was sentenced to three years for sexually exploiting a teen student in 2024. The judge cited significant breach of trust.
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RecommendedSaskatchewan launches public questionnaires to gather input on potential limits for youth social media use, aiming to address online safety concerns.
Lianna McDonald argues Canada must prioritize child safety over tech profits by banning social media for those under 16, citing rising online exploitation and developmental harms.
Ontario will empower OC Transpo special constables to arrest individuals for drug use on public transit, aiming to enhance safety and combat drug-related incidents.
A 41-year-old man was stabbed in Duncan, B.C., and is in critical but stable condition. An 18-year-old woman was arrested. Police believe it was isolated.
A teenager has entered a guilty plea for the killing of Drew Jack on Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation, marking a significant development in the case.
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RecommendedEdmonton police have laid a second-degree murder charge in a 2023 homicide case. The investigation continues into the death at an apartment south of Whyte Avenue.
Three new MPs were sworn into the House of Commons following recent byelections, as pollster Nik Nanos analyzes voter motivations and key issues.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre challenged Prime Minister Mark Carney during Question Period over economic policies and a missing element in a recent photo-op.
Columnist Stephen LeDrew condemns PM Mark Carney's recent agreement with China, calling it a surrender of sovereignty that requires immediate parliamentary scrutiny. Read the full critique.
Conservative MP Scott Anderson claims the Liberal government is making an intense offer to convince an opposition MP to cross the floor. Get the latest on this political development.
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RecommendedWith Michael Ma's floor-crossing, the Liberals are one seat from a majority. But a 172-seat majority could create a procedural deadlock, making governance harder, not easier. Read the analysis.