51 m. ago Michael Higgins: Carney is taking a page out of Machiavelli’s playbook

But Carney would've done well to note Machiavelli’s most important points: ensure you're not despised and pick the right team

Transport

2 h. ago How to avoid the trap of spending more during spring cleaning

Choose your project, set a budget, repurpose, declutter, and recycle. Savvy DIY tips help to organize your life and your money.

Other

2 h. ago Leong: City of Calgary’s Cowboys Park consultation is pure bovine manure

What's the point of asking for public input even though the new park configuration has already been decided?

Society

4 h. ago Letters April 7, 2025: ‘Carney defended horrible behaviour and it’s not OK.’

TAUGHT US WRONG LESSON So, claim the Liberals, “we are a changed party.” No, you aren’t. Mark Carney’s despicable defence of candidate Paul Chiang (who told people they could collect a bounty if they turned over a Conservative candidate to Chinese authorities) was indefensible. Even worse, by calling it a teachable moment, he was continuing […]

Transport

4 h. ago Cartoon break: Editorial cartoons from the past week on April 7

Another week, another set of editorial cartoons to break up the day. Here’s what we published in the Calgary Herald this past week.

Culture

5 h. ago Kelly McParland: Carney and Poilievre struggle to distinguish themselves

On many issues, the two appear to be carbon copies of one another

Transport

7 h. ago Today's letters: Estrellita Karsh a staunch friend of the Château Laurier

Monday, April 7: Readers praise the Ottawa philanthropist who died last month. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Other

11 h. ago De nouveaux plans pour le logement, mais une même vieille politique

Les politiques actuelles nourrissent la spéculation, qui a des effets délétères sur l’abordabilité.

Politics

11 h. ago Retourner à Spinoza, c’est «ne pas rire, ne pas pleurer, mais comprendre»

Le véritable professeur se gardera d’imposer à son auditoire, du haut de la chaire, une quelconque prise de position.

Other

17 h. ago LILLEY: This election is a battle for and between the generations

It's Boomers versus Millennials, Gen X and Gen Z and for a change, the Boomers don't have all the numbers on their side.

Politics

19 h. ago PARKER: Shuttering the U.S. Department of Education will benefit children

A recent report from the American Enterprise Institute summarizes results from the most recent National Assessment of Educational Progress — also known as the nation’s report card. The test, given every two years, reports scores of U.S. children in reading and math at the fourth grade and eighth grade levels. AEI characterizes the most recent […]

Culture

29 h. ago Raymond J. de Souza: Playing the new election game of ‘who’s out today?’

Mark Carney's treatment of disgraced MP Paul Chiang a reflection of Liberals' historic coziness with China

Politics

29 h. ago Amy Hamm: I’ve been fired for my gender critical views. But I’m far from cancelled

My public shaming has been ineffective because I value the truth more than my reputation

Events

29 h. ago Bob Plamondon: There was no conspiracy behind the cancellation of the Avro Arrow

Contrary to the myths, Diefenbaker's decision ultimately came down to dollars and cents

Other

29 h. ago Letters: Eastern Canada, our nation’s future lies in your hands

Readers weigh in on the Trump tariffs, the federal election, and how the Prairies will react if the Liberals win

Other

31 h. ago Bradley: Federal government contractors want to serve their country too

Like full-time public servants, we work hard and deserve respect.

Politics

40 h. ago Opinion: B.C. must put rights of kids at the centre of its disability policies

Opinion: One parent in a new report likened trying to access support for their child to “floating around in the dark, trying to figure out what’s next” in a system rife with hurdles

Society

42 h. ago Lorne Gunter: CBC pledge shows Carney government would compound Trudeau Liberals economic damage

If you want an indication of how little things would change with a Carney government (versus a Trudeau one), just look at a promise new Liberal leader Mark Carney made about CBC funding during a French-language interview in Montreal on Friday. You may be sitting at home thinking you should vote Liberal on April 28 […]

Politics

47 h. ago Colby Cosh: The misguided American foray into economic protectionism

Liberation Day isn't doing great things for the economy, but neither did Biden's protectionist trade measures

Other

49 h. ago CHARLEBOIS: Food patriotism has a price – and most Canadians say they’ll pay It

When trade tensions rise, the true test in the produce aisle not in Parliament

Economics

51 h. ago First Nations are ready to stand with Canada against Trump’s tariff threat

These are unprecedented times, calling for strong, united and determined action by all Canadians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. While Indigenous people have had more than their share of problems with the government and people of Canada, we have always been willing to stand with the country through trials. The recent tariffs announced by the United […]

Economics

51 h. ago Opinion: American asks Canadians to take Trump threats seriously

I am saddened by the need to write my Canadian neighbours about the concerning changes we are seeing in the U.S. right now. As you are all well aware, President Donald Trump’s government has thrown our country, hemisphere and world into turmoil, fixating on bullying Canada (among others). Do not be lulled into believing this […]

Other

52 h. ago Varcoe: 'Market is fearful' — Global trade war, increased OPEC production shock oil prices, stocks

“There's a lot of uncertainty around how this is going to impact the global economy”

Economics

53 h. ago Michael Taube: Poilievre’s winning formula to become prime minister

Keep on the same path (with minor tweaks)

Politics

53 h. ago Chris Selley: Robert Carney’s story is the story of Canada Liberals don’t talk about

Liberals in particular could benefit from an honest reckoning with their efforts at 'reconciliation'

Economics

53 h. ago Geoff Russ: Alberta separatists can’t be ignored if Canada is to survive

Ottawa needs to get out of the way

Other

59 h. ago Cornies: After 50 years, Canada still hasn't fully embraced the metric system

When their flip-clock radios woke them on April Fools' Day 50 years ago, many Canadians might have thought they'd entered an alternate universe.

Other

59 h. ago Dimanche: What you need to know about travelling to the United States

Recent reports of tourists being detained at the United States border have many questioning whether travel to the country is safe

Other

59 h. ago Trump menace les fondements culturels et linguistiques du pays

Des représentants républicains ont qualifié les pays ayant deux langues officielles comme des États en faillite.

Other

63 h. ago Bell: Liberal Leader Mark Carney loves Alberta — just ask him

'I resile to no one in terms of my understanding of the West,' says Liberal Leader Mark Carney, leading people to rush for the closest dictionary

Politics

63 h. ago Bell: Carney says he's for Alberta — the crap detector alarm goes off

'I resile to no one in terms of my understanding of the West,' says Liberal Leader Mark Carney, leading people to rush for the closest dictionary

Transport

64 h. ago B.C.'s lack of a plan to trim deficit spooks ratings agencies

S&P and Moody’s faulted the NDP for piling up deficits and debt with no end in sight

Other

67 h. ago BROOKS: What a forgotten warship says about the West’s decline

HMS Bristol is gone – and so is the West’s sense of mission and meaning. The dismantling of HMS Bristol may seem like a minor historical footnote. But to those of us who remember what it once symbolized — a shared sense of Western purpose, sacrifice and unity — its fate mirrors a much deeper […]

Other

69 h. ago Opinion: Attack on AHS reveals the failings of surgery privatization

These were the words of Premier Danielle Smith at a Feb. 19 press conference addressing corruption allegations: “It doesn’t seem to matter how much additional dollars we give to AHS, they’re not increasing the number of surgeries that they’re doing. That’s the reason we are using chartered surgical facilities and we’ll continue to.” Meant to […]

Events

2 d. ago Longtime Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson is leaving. He cited Bezos’ new editorial policy

Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson is leaving the newspaper, the second such veteran to exit in the wake of owner Jeff Bezos’ directive that the Post narrow the topics covered by its opinion section to personal liberties and the free market. Robinson, 71, has worked at the Post since 1980 and been a columnist since […]

Events

3 d. ago Brookman: Voting in this federal election may be most important thing you can do as a Canadian

Whatever the outcomes, Canada deserves the best leadership we can give it

Politics

3 d. ago Letters, April 4: Don’t expect Liberals to be any better under Mark Carney

Should Edmonton class sizes be smaller? VOTE IN OUR DAILY ONLINE POLL! CARNEY’S NO IMPROVEMENT One positive thing, which came out of the Chiang fiasco, is it basically exposed as to what kind of a leader Mark Carney would be while leading this nation for the next four years. From snowboard instructor to bean-counter, can […]

Transport

3 d. ago Lorne Gunter: Smith needs to let Alberta's collective outrage set the autonomy agenda

According to calculations by Vancouver’s Fraser Institute, between 2007 and 2022 Alberta and Albertans sent $245 billion more to the federal government than the federal government sent back to this province in the form of pensions and social payments, unemployment benefits, research grants, health care contributions, affordable housing construction and so on. Some of that […]

Events

3 d. ago Opinion: How music helped my son overcome autism’s challenges

Parenting comes with many uncertainties, but when you have a child with autism, those uncertainties can feel overwhelming. You ask yourself tough questions: Will my child find their place in the world? Will they be able to connect with others? Will they have the confidence to express themselves? These were the questions I faced when […]

Other

3 d. ago FIRST READING: The Liberals may have just lost their most winning issue

Canada is no longer an outlier in its Trump fight, which is bad news for Mark Carney

Other

3 d. ago Letters April 4, 2025: ‘We need a different government, not just a different leader.’

Carney’s no improvement One positive thing, which came out of the Chiang fiasco, is it basically exposed as to what kind of a leader Mark Carney would be while leading this nation for the next four years. From snowboard instructor to bean-counter, can the incumbent federal Liberals slide any further down the septic pipe? Canadians […]

Politics

3 d. ago Avi Benlolo: Where did Canada go? Reclaiming our place in the world

Canada’s presence on the world stage has diminished considerably. We have to bring it back

Other

3 d. ago Rick Ekstein: What matters isn’t who negotiates with Trump — it’s who rebuilds Canada

Canada doesn’t need a philosopher-king. It needs leadership with courage, clarity, and conviction

Other

3 d. ago Jamie Sarkonak: Plunging gas prices? More like fake Liberal charity

The Liberals made you pay more at the pump. Now that they've stopped, they expect a thank you

Economics

3 d. ago Opinion: For the sake of their futures, Canadian kids need to be better at math

Scores on international tests have been falling. Without better teaching, students will be ill-prepared for a data-driven world

Society

3 d. ago Opinion: Bolstering national defence is much more critical than tax cuts

As two former defence ministers of different political stripes, we urge all party leaders to support a consensus on the urgent need for action

Events

3 d. ago Peter MacKay and David Pratt: Bolstering national defence is critical

As two former defence ministers of different political stripes, we urge all party leaders to support a consensus on the urgent need for action

Events

3 d. ago Pellerin: Vegetables on the verge — Ottawa may finally loosen its rules

Until now, you couldn't plant vegetables in a curbside garden. City council will (finally) vote next month on a motion to allow it.

Sport

3 d. ago «Just watch me!», ou l’art de l’intimidation, de Trudeau père à Trump

L’art de l’intimidation, de Trudeau père à Trump, nous rappelle la nécessité de parler de souveraineté.

Politics

3 d. ago Bell: Smith slams those whipping up Canadians for a brawl with the U.S.

'Rhetoric that amps up Canadians to encourage a brawl with our biggest trading partner is irresponsible,' says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

Other

3 d. ago Bell: Smith to politicians — stop scaring the hell out of Canadians

'Rhetoric that amps up Canadians to encourage a brawl with our biggest trading partner is irresponsible,' says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith

Politics

3 d. ago B.C. MLAs goof — on both sides of the aisle — on basic legislative procedures

Is it amateur hour at the B.C. legislature?

Other

3 d. ago Opinion: Trump's talk of a Canadian "faucet" has Columbia River Basin residents on edge

Michelle Mungall: Trump is saying the Columbia River Treaty, the long-standing international agreement governing this so-called “faucet,” isn’t fair to Americans. He feels the same way about the treaty’s renegotiated version

Other

3 d. ago Letters to The Province: As a Canadian, I feel compelled to call out Alberta premier’s opportunistic bluster

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith invites Americans to pause tariffs to enable her fellow-Albertan, Pierre Poilievre. At the same time pitching sovereignty, which in reality is a bid for secession. There’s just no other way to square her continually disruptive political rhetoric about “Alberta First”. As a Canadian, I feel compelled to call out her opportunistic […]

Other

3 d. ago Conservatives in the lead for first time in federal campaign, new poll shows

Although the results would likely translate into a Liberal minority government, 'the Conservatives have narrowed the Liberal momentum gap'

Other

3 d. ago Braid: Smith's tariff victory cry alarms Conservatives as Ontario car sector gets pounded

Smith’s Alberta-first language alarms many federal Conservatives who are desperately trying to get Leader Pierre Poilievre elected

Economics

3 d. ago Clean Tech Leader Aymium Defeats Stora Enso at European Patent Office Boards of Appeal

Ruling Maintains Aymium’s Patent and Leading Position in Renewable Batteries and Anodes ST. PAUL, Minn. — Cleantech leader Aymium defeated a challenge by Stora Enso to one of Aymium’s patents (European Patent EP2697185) that provides exclusive rights to produce, sell and use bio-based materials for renewable battery applications. In its written opinion, the Boards of […]

Politics

3 d. ago Chris Selley: Standing up for supply management is not standing up for Canadians

Whoever's interests Carney is representing, it's certainly not the majority of Canadians' — and the same goes for Pierre Poilievre

Economics

3 d. ago MacDougall: If Trump shuts up, Conservatives have a shot at regaining edge

Unfortunately, he won't stay quiet. So Pierre Poilievre needs to stop reminding Canadians of the U.S. president.

Other

3 d. ago JAY GOLDBERG: Making the case for new trade alliance without U.S.

Canada is facing a barrage of tariffs from the United States and the prospect of uncertainty in the country’s most important trading relationship for the next four years. The United States is far and away Canada’s largest export market, with 77% of Canadian goods heading south of the border. Given the new protectionist policies of the Trump […]

Economics

3 d. ago Ivison: Emissions cap is ‘stupid,’ says former Canadian ambassador to the U.S.

John Ivison and his guest ex-ambassador David MacNaughton discuss how Canada should respond to Donald Trump's tariffs and what needs to change here at home

Society

3 d. ago Randall Denley: Other provinces are demanding election goodies. Ontario should, too

Ford should be pressing all party leaders for commitments in areas where Ontario will need federal help. There is no shortage of issues

Politics

4 d. ago CHARLEBOIS: Make no mistake, Canada still at war with world’s largest markets

“While Trump’s latest tariffs spared North American food trade, Canada remains entangled in costly disputes with China, India, and the U.S.—and our agri-food sector can’t afford to stay on the defensive.” Canada may still be reeling from a bout of political and diplomatic shock—call it Post-Disruption Stress Disorder (PDSD)—following the April 2 announcement in the […]

Other

4 d. ago KINSELLA: Poilievre looks and sounds like PM material during campaign stop

Before the tariffs hit, before Donald Trump kicked off his three-ring circus in the White House lawn, my genial colleague Brian Lilley suggested I come with him to see the Conservative leader speak to the elite of Bay Street. So I did. I watched at the back. His tone was right. Pierre Poilievre looked and […]

Economics

4 d. ago Nelson: Liberal resurgence leaves Alberta caught between rock and hard place

Ottawa can impose export taxes but they cannot make us produce. We can keep our oil in the ground. It’s the hard place as opposed to the rock

Other

4 d. ago Lorne Gunter: Carney can't deliver strong economy with anti oil and gas stance

So, Prime Minister Mark Carney won’t repeal the federal Liberals’ Impact Assessment Act (IAA) if they are re-elected. That means two things: Carney’s not serious about diversifying Canada’s economy and making Canada less dependent on the U.S. And Carney’s pledge “to build one strong Canadian economy” is bogus. His vision of a unified national economy […]

Events

4 d. ago Opinion: Alberta government has three billion reasons to reinvest in tobacco reduction

Since its launch in 2002, the Alberta government’s highly successful commercial tobacco reduction strategy has become the province’s most effective public health and addiction program. Smoking rates among adults and youth are now the lowest on record and have exceeded all targets. Tobacco industry advertising, sponsorship and displays are virtually a thing of the past. […]

Politics

4 d. ago FIRST READING: Why Canadian women are suddenly breaking for the Liberals

If only women voted, Mark Carney would be on track for the biggest landslide in Canadian history

Other

4 d. ago Letters April 3, 2025: ‘Carney is welcome to have the door hit him on his way out.’

Just leave, Carney So we had a great April fools day with the drop in gas prices didn’t we? Funny thing though, the prices two weeks ago were the same as they are now, then the major oil companies jacked up the prices over twenty cents a litre in some places. The only fool in […]

Transport

4 d. ago Joel Kotkin: If Carney brings Canada closer to Europe, financial ruin would follow

The Liberal leader is the ultimate product of the Euro-Atlantic elite. But the EU is no model to emulate

Economics

4 d. ago Terry Glavin: Beware, Mark Carney’s affection for authoritarian China

Former diplomat worried Carney 'will make us more and more beholden to the demands' of Beijing

Transport

4 d. ago Meghan Murphy: Liberals feign outrage over Poilievre’s truth about biological clocks

Progressives prefer comforting narratives over reality, and it’s been hurting the country for years

Other

4 d. ago Christine Van Geyn: Free speech is backsliding across Europe. It must be an election issue here

Canada could become an internationally-needed inspiration to other nations

Politics

4 d. ago Quelle est la prochaine étape dans la relation de défense entre le Canada et les États

Nous exhortons tous les chefs de parti à soutenir un consensus national sur les dépenses de défense.

Events

4 d. ago Détester le messager du chaos tarifaire, mais pas le message

Et si l’on en profitait plutôt pour réviser le modèle économique qui nous a mis dans le pétrin?

Economics

4 d. ago Et si les droits de douane américains étaient là pour durer?

Nous vivons une époque dangereuse et nous avons franchement besoin d’un dirigeant à la hauteur.

Other

4 d. ago Poilievre, Carney et Legault jouent à un jeu dangereux avec les oléoducs

Construire de nouvelles infrastructures fossiles est un pari perdant pour l’économie du Québec.

Events

4 d. ago Bell: Trump making Canada the 51st state — a hoax played on Canadians

After today, the idea of Canada as the 51st state should be seen for what it is, a hoax played on Canadians by politicians and the press

Other

4 d. ago Opinion: Trade war demands a bold vision amid B.C.'s affordability crisis

Opinion: Last fall’s election was fought over what the government branded “kitchen-table priorities,” but many election promises have been put on hold.

Economics

4 d. ago John Ivison: Canada’s small mercy from Trump today won’t lift the curse of tomorrow

The broad-based 'Liberation Day' exemption for Canada is good news but the crisis facing our economy remains dire

Other

4 d. ago NDP appoints health authority insider to root out waste in the provincial health authorities

Vaughn Palmer: For the past six years under the NDP, Penny Ballem has served as chair at Vancouver Coastal Health, one of six authorities targeted for eventual review

Science

4 d. ago Jesse Kline: Trump’s still messing with Canada, and Carney’s not equipped

Liberal economic policies leave Canada vulnerable

Transport

4 d. ago Letters to the Sun: There's never been a better time to support Canadian performers and artists

This year’s Juno Awards was very special to me as it was the first time I had the opportunity to not only volunteer with the awards and earn another “free T-shirt” but also to fist bump and rub shoulders with the likes of Michael Bublé, the Weeknd, Juno CEO Allan Reid and many more famous […]

Culture

4 d. ago GOLDSTEIN: Chiang case raises concerns about Carney and China

Liberal MP Paul Chiang’s decision to withdraw from his candidacy in a Toronto-area riding after saying a Conservative opponent could be delivered to the Chinese consulate in Toronto to claim a bounty of one million Hong Kong dollars, has reignited the issue of China’s foreign interference in our democracy.  Particularly so given Liberal leader Mark […]

Transport

4 d. ago OPINION: Next government must work to strengthen national defence

Due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war, Canada-U.S. relations are the central issue in the federal election. But a related issue — Canada’s national defence strategy — hasn’t received much attention. But it should. In the years since Russia invaded Ukraine in early 2022, Canada has faced mounting pressure from its NATO allies to […]

Politics

4 d. ago Opinion: We are Edmonton pediatric emergency doctors — and we need your help

We are your pediatric emergency physicians in Edmonton. We are trained to make split-second, life-and-death decisions. “Not breathing? I know what to do.” We are experienced at managing ultra-high stakes, complex situations. “A baby is having a seizure? I can handle that.” We are skilled at de-escalating and prioritizing chaotic resuscitation events. “STARS is flying […]

Science

5 d. ago Truck driver can seek triple damages in lawsuit over THC content in CBD product, Supreme Court says

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday sided with a truck driver who wants to sue for triple damages over a CBD hemp product he says was falsely advertised as being free from marijuana’s active ingredient and resulted in him getting fired. The 5-4 opinion clears the way for the trucker to seek triple […]

Transport

5 d. ago Opinion: A watershed election, but with the same old politics

Before the writ dropped, Canada was united, but now it's back to petty policy bribery for every identifiable interest group

Politics

5 d. ago Lorne Gunter: Carney uses 'teachable moment' excuse to avoid strong action against rogue candidate

Liberal Leader and Prime Minister Mark Carney labelled Liberal candidate Paul Chiang’s call for other Chinese Canadians to turn in Joe Tay to Chinese authorities in Toronto a “teachable moment,” when announcing Monday he had no intension of firing Chiang as a candidate. Chiang, of course, has since withdrawn on his own. Apparently even he […]

Events

5 d. ago Ford: Alberta's health system is ailing, despite best efforts of staff

What this boils down to is the shocking inefficiency and waste in the heart of the system, not the staff

Science

5 d. ago FIRST READING: Trade unions issue surprise early endorsements for Conservatives

Both unions are not traditionally friendly to conservatives, but made an exception this time around

Economics

5 d. ago Letters April 2, 2025: ‘Once again the little guy, Bay employees, are getting a bad deal.’

LITTLE GUY GETS SHAFTED AGAIN It’s sad that Hudson’s Bay, with a history of more than 350 years, is closing. We’re hearing that there will be no severance pay for the employees losing their jobs but, lo and behold, there’s a plan to give “retention bonuses” to upper management so that they don’t look elsewhere […]

Other

5 d. ago FINLAYSON: Energy sector will fuel Alberta economy and Canada’s exports for years to come

Most of Canada’s oil reserves are in Alberta, along with a majority of natural gas reserves. Alberta is the beating heart of the Canadian energy economy.

Economics

5 d. ago Jamie Sarkonak: Liberals offended by Poilievre’s compassion for ‘biological clock’ problem

Liberal party outrage shows contempt for young couples hoping to have children

Other

5 d. ago Nigel Biggar: Residential schools were no ‘atrocity.’ Just look at the evidence

Too many people know full well that the data is being misrepresented and yet have failed to offer any correction

Society

5 d. ago Wednesday's letters: Popsicle ban for kids with cancer disgusting

Re. “No more Popsicles for kids with cancer under heartless new hospital policy,” Don Braid, April 1 There aren’t enough words to express my disgust of the UCP government’s recent decision to cut funding for cookies and Popsicles for children while receiving cancer treatment. I can’t imagine how someone could even suggest that policy change, […]

Society

5 d. ago Michael Murphy: Marine Le Pen’s removal by unelected judge will unite Europe’s populist right

The French politician's supporters have been disenfranchised

Economics

5 d. ago Michael McCain: Buttress the economy but don’t sacrifice Canadian values

This moment requires us to be ferocious in defending our sovereignty, well-being, values and dignity, but we must go about it the right way

Other

5 d. ago «La colère s’est transformée en peur»: Mark Carney continue de dominer les intentions de vote

La peur profite à Mark Carney, qui poursuit sa domination dans l’opinion publique au Québec et dans le reste du Canada à un mois de l’élection.

Transport

5 d. ago Grondin: Ottawa deserves a great nightlife, and it's building one

There’s an undeniable buzz surrounding Ottawa’s nightlife, and my job as nightlife commissioner is to amplify and support the creativity behind it.

Other