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More than 60 ill, 17 hospitalized in salmonella outbreak linked to mini pastries
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
The Public Health Agency of Canada says 61 cases of salmonella across the country, including 17 that have required hospitalization, have been linked to recalled mini pastries. The agency says the Sweet Cream brand mini pastries have been distributed at bakeries, hotels, restaurants, cafeterias, hospitals, retirement residences, and have been served at catered events. A ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hecklers interrupt Freeland’s leadership campaign launch, Gould pledges carbon freeze
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Former deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland has launched her bid to be the next federal Liberal leader while staring down multiple hecklers. Freeland’s speech in Toronto to launch her candidacy for party leadership was interrupted several times by protesters with at least one banner and a flag related to Gaza. Freeland says she ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Joly endorses Mark Carney for Liberal leader as Gould, Freeland launch bids
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly is endorsing Mark Carney for Liberal leader, the first major endorsement from Quebec in the race. She says Carney has “unparalleled economic experience” as a former central banker and he can defeat Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. Joly’s endorsement comes as former cabinet ministers Chrystia Freeland and Karina Gould ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Karina Gould launches Liberal leadership bid with carbon price freeze pledge
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Liberal MP Karina Gould has officially launched her campaign to become the party’s next leader in her hometown of Burlington, Ont. Gould says she’s the best candidate to restore trust in the Liberal party, and she is resigning as government House leader to run for the party’s top job. She says she would ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Quick Sketch: Meet Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Karina Gould is making her pitch to Liberal grassroots as the best candidate to rebuild and restore Canadians’ faith in the party. At 37, she’s the youngest contender in the running and the millennial mom says it’s time for a new generation of leadership at the top. Here’s a quick look at how ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Freeland set to launch Liberal leadership campaign ahead of Trump’s swearing-in
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
OTTAWA — Former finance minister Chrystia Freeland is set to officially kick off today her campaign to become the next Liberal party leader. She’s launching her bid for the party’s top job a month after quitting cabinet over a falling out with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Her campaign launch in Toronto comes just a day ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tariffs, deportations and ‘drill, baby, drill’: What to watch for as Trump returns
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
WASHINGTON — The looming threat of devastating tariffs slapped against Canada hangs over president-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House Monday. Trump is preparing more than 100 executive orders. It’s unclear what is in the massive package and how many will be signed immediately. Here are five things for Canadians to watch: Tariffs: Canada ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian leaders descend on Washington for Donald Trump’s inauguration
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
WASHINGTON — Canadian politicians are descending on Washington, D.C., amid threats of 25 per cent tariffs when Donald Trump returns to the White House. Many are going to an event at the Canadian Embassy, which sits on Pennsylvania Avenue between the U.S. Capitol and the White House. Here are some of the Canadians expected to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Unity or ‘American carnage’: What tone will Trump take in second inaugural address?
By Canadian Press on January 19th, 2025
WASHINGTON — John F. Kennedy inspired Americans with the words, “Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country.” Franklin D. Roosevelt assured them there’s “nothing to fear but fear itself.” Abraham Lincoln sought to heal a nation divided by civil war by calling for “malice ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eggs in B.C., Ont., Man., recalled over salmonella concerns
By Canadian Press on January 18th, 2025
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall due to a possible salmonella contamination of certain brands of eggs in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and other possible provinces and territories. The agency says the recall covers Compliments, Foremost, Golden Valley Eggs, IGA, no name and Western Family eggs. The expiry dates for recalled eggs ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Judge agrees to expedite legal challenge of Trudeau’s move to prorogue Parliament
By Canadian Press on January 18th, 2025
OTTAWA — A court has agreed to expedite its hearing of a legal challenge of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s move to prorogue Parliament. In a ruling late today, Federal Court Chief Justice Paul Crampton says the court’s usual rules on timelines will not apply, setting the stage for a hearing Feb. 13 and 14 in ... Read More »
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