11 h. ago What is the religious belief defence? What to know about proposed change to Canada’s hate crime law

The wilful promotion of hatred is rarely prosecuted but remains one of the most politically controversial laws in Canada

Events

50 h. ago LILLEY: What Carney should pitch Trump in D.C. to restart trade talks

Now is the time for the PM to propose a wide-ranging deal covering trade, critical minerals and defence.

Economics

54 h. ago No society in history has improved its standard of living without low

Douglas Todd: The energy debate in Canada has flipped upside down. People are still concerned about climate change, but polls suggest people are ready for the realistic "energy literacy" advanced by Don Wright.

Other

4 d. ago Federal government should require MPs’ approval to change fiscal targets, watchdog says

In early November, the debt-to-GDP anchor was thrown overboard by the Carney government

Politics

4 d. ago Budget prompted parliamentary budget officer to revise grim outlook

Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques told senators that Budget 2025 changed his mind on Canada's financial sustainability

Events

4 d. ago Religion is no excuse for hate, Carney’s newest minister says of proposed removal of hate speech defence

As first reported by National Post, the Liberals and Bloc have teamed up to see them amend Bill C-9, known as the Combating Hate Act

Politics

4 d. ago Air Canada is overhauling planes and here's what will change for passengers

Air Canada passengers travelling within North America will soon notice major changes on their flights as the airline rolls out its biggest upgrades yet.On Nov. 20, the airline announced its "most comprehensive cabin renewal program" to ensure flights are more comfortable for customers and crew members alike. Major changes will include revamped interiors and even a new fleet. Taking into account feedback, travellers can also expect fast, free Wi-Fi offered by Bell. These changes will apply to the Air Canada mainline, Air Canada Rouge, and Air Canada Express."When customers step onto an Air Canada aircraft, they should instantly feel a sense of comfort, care, and pride," said Mark Nasr, executive vice president and chief operations officer."Supported by award-winning service from co-workers across the company, this renewal program is about delivering that feeling consistently, across every flight."Those feeling a bit peckish during their flight ...

Other

1 week ago Canada launches new alert system to protect people in extreme weather

Environment and Climate Change Canada will now be using a colour-coded system to make it easier to understand the severity of extreme weather.

Other

1 week ago Suspects in Oct. 12 assault sought by Montreal police's hate crime unit

Two members of the Black community were attacked downtown, near the intersection of Crescent and Sherbrooke Sts.

Events

2 w. ago AtkinsRealis Canada president says Quebec mentality around pipelines changing

CALGARY — The head of AtkinsRealis Group Inc.’s Canadian division is expressing optimism that Quebec would be receptive to a new pipeline through a province that staunchly opposed the now-defunct Energy East proposal about a decade ago. “The mentality is changing,” Stephanie Vaillancourt told a business audience in Calgary on Thursday. “It’s important to talk […]

Other

2 w. ago Ottawa open to amending hate crime bill to cover other groups: minister

Bill C-9 criminalizes the wilful display of symbols associated with listed foreign terrorist organizations, which senators noted does not cover other hate groups.

Politics

2 w. ago Canada’s innovation performance continues to decline at a time of unprecedented change

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada continues to fall further behind peers in key measures of science, technology, and innovation performance. A new report from the Council of Canadian Academies (CCA) details the daunting challenges facing Canada that could ultimately threaten the country’s economic prosperity and standard of living. A high-performing science, […]

Other

3 w. ago Le rôle contradictoire du Canada dans la lutte contre le changement climatique

La pays se présente comme «un champion», mais exporte et produit toujours plus de combustibles fossiles.

Society

3 w. ago Navy commander insists Canada should buy unmodified submarines

OTTAWA — Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee said he has made it clear he wants “no changes” to the design of the submarines Canada intends to buy, due to the highly complex nature of the war machines. “I have been as explicit as possible that there are no changes to the design,” Topshee said Wednesday. “If you […]

Events

3 w. ago Budget signals lower increases to health transfers, end of funding deals

OTTAWA — The federal budget signals there is no room for the premiers to negotiate for more health-care funding in the coming years, one economist says – and the Ontario government is calling for that to change. The Canada Health Transfer is projected to be $54.7 billion in 2025-26 and is set to grow by […]

Science

3 w. ago Malgré les départs, Pierre Poilievre ne changera rien à sa méthode

Le chef conservateur s’en est pris à des médias pour leur couverture de la défection de Chris d’Entremont.

Culture

3 w. ago EDITORIAL: Canada, United Nations delusional on climate change

COP30 attendees in Brazil will emit carbon footprint nearly equivalent to greenhouse gases emitted by island nation of Samoa

Society

3 w. ago Conservatives call for reversal of Remembrance Day ‘prayer ban’

Bélisle said the changes were necessary following the Supreme Court of Canada's Saguenay decision

Other

3 w. ago Montreal weather: Sloppy start to the season leaves morning rush hour wet but manageable

The Environment Canada forecast for Montreal on Monday calls for periods of rain changing to periods of light snow in the morning.

Culture