4 h. ago Bell: Smith government set to punt sexually explicit books out of school libraries

'Parents believe this kind of material is not appropriate for kids,' says Demetrios Nicolaides, the Alberta education minister who wants sexually graphic books out of school libraries

Politics

28 h. ago Bell: 'Enough is enough' — Premiers Smith, Moe all in for Carney's Bill C

'Being on Team Canada means these kind of projects have to go ahead,' says Premier Danielle Smith backing Prime Minister Mark Carney's plans to fast-track nation-building projects

Transport

43 h. ago Ford says he treats First Nations ’like gold,’ but they ’keep coming hat in hand’

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he is willing to give First Nations what they want for their support in developing mines, but they cannot “keep coming hat in hand all the time to the government” for more money. Ford is set to meet Thursday with several dozen chiefs who are part of Anishinabek Nation, which […]

Events

52 h. ago Bell: Carney asks Danielle Smith to do him a solid — she wants payback

Premier Danielle Smith helped Carney and now it's time for Carney to help Smith — and Alberta

Transport

3 d. ago Bell: Smith ally Premier Scott Moe says he won't kiss Quebec's butt for a pipeline

'I'm done with that conversation,' says Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, on trying to get Quebec to green-light an east-west pipeline

Other

4 d. ago New law taking effect this week called 'major win' for Canadian workers

A new law that impacts federal workers in Canada is set to take effect this week.Last year, the federal government passed Bill C-58, a law aimed at protecting unionized workers during strikes or lockouts.Starting on Friday, June 20, federal employers will no longer be able to use replacement workers, also known as "scabs," to do the jobs of unionized employees during legal strikes or lockouts.Federally regulated employers like banks, telecom companies, postal services, and transportation companies could be fined up to $100,000 per day if they violate the new "anti-scab" law in Canada."This once-in-a-generation update to federal labour law didn't happen by chance. Our union – our members and activists – made winning federal anti-scab legislation a reality," Unifor, one of Canada's largest unions, stated in a release last year.There are exceptions to this new law, such as the need to use a replacement worker to prevent threats to life,...

Politics

4 d. ago CGTN: From father to son: The enduring values guiding Xi Jinping

On Father’s Day, CGTN published an article discussing how the teachings and example set by Xi Jinping’s father have silently influenced his governance philosophy, particularly his firm stance on standing with the people and his emphasis on the importance of research and investigation. BEIJING, June 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — During a 2021 visit to […]

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6 d. ago Bell: Danielle Smith and Mark Carney now talking big energy projects for Alberta

'I can tell you there are ways we can find accommodation,' says Premier Danielle Smith, on negotiating with Prime Minister Mark Carney

Transport

6 d. ago Bell: 'Productive discussions' — Smith and Carney talking big energy projects for Alberta

'I can tell you there are ways we can find accommodation,' says Premier Danielle Smith, on negotiating with Prime Minister Mark Carney

Transport

7 d. ago India and Canada Reach Deal to Share Intelligence on Terrorism, Crime

The governments of Canada and India are set to establish a new structure to share information about cross-border crimes, their latest step toward rebuilding ties nearly two years after Canadian officials accused India of orchestrating the murder of a Sikh activist near Vancouver.

Events

7 d. ago Bell: NEW NUMBERS. 6 out of 10 Danielle Smith voters would likely vote to leave Canada

'There is a healthy majority of UCP voters from the last election who would vote for an independent Alberta if they had the chance tomorrow,' says ThinkHQ pollster Marc Henry

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7 d. ago Bell: For most Danielle Smith voters, Alberta out of Canada is their choice

'There is a healthy majority of UCP voters from the last election who would vote for an independent Alberta if they had the chance tomorrow,' says ThinkHQ pollster Marc Henry

Other

7 d. ago Bell: 'You should be stunned': Most Danielle Smith voters would vote for separatism — new poll

'There is a healthy majority of UCP voters from the last election who would vote for an independent Alberta if they had the chance tomorrow,' says ThinkHQ pollster Marc Henry

Other

8 d. ago Bell: Premier Smith says Trudeau lives in Carney's camp and that's a problem

Danielle Smith says there's a problem for Carney and Alberta — Trudeau's people are everywhere

Politics

8 d. ago Carney’s ’Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20

OTTAWA — The federal government is set to announce details of its promised “Canada Strong Pass” next week and the tourism initiative is expected to take effect later this month. A Liberal government spokesperson told The Canadian Press that the pass will be available from June 20 until the end of August. During the recent […]

Transport

8 d. ago Ontario has been sitting on housing start data for months, internal docs suggest

For the past two years, the Ford government has set targets for new homes in towns and cities around Ontario, promising them extra cash if they meet those goals.

Culture

9 d. ago Saskatchewan premier to respond to criticism over wildfire response

As criticisms mount from evacuees and the provincial ombudsman, Premier Scott Moe is set to address the media over concerns about his government's response times.

Events

9 d. ago Bell: Game on! Separatists, Danielle Smith's UCP duke it out in Alberta heartland

For Albertans set to vote in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, should Alberta split from Canada, that is the question

Culture

9 d. ago Sask. ombudsman set to criticize government’s ‘lack of response’ to wildfire evacuees

Saskatchewan's provincial government is facing increased criticism over its handling of evacuees from wildfires raging in the province's northern half.

Events

1 week ago Bell: Danielle Smith is playing nice with Carney — Poilievre is not

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith plays ball with Carney unless or until he screws over Alberta

Transport