Juno Jump Start | Israeli reports of Iranian officials fleeing to Canada spark outrage
Israeli media is alleging that senior Iranian regime officials are attempting to seek asylum in Canada, Candice Malcolm discusses how Western Premiers are sending a strong message to Ottawa, and more.
Israeli reports of Iranian officials fleeing to Canada spark outrage
Israeli media reports alleging that senior Iranian regime officials are attempting to seek asylum in Canada in the wake of Israeli military strikes have ignited a storm of criticism, sparking calls for deportations from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre.
The Candice Malcolm Show | Danielle Smith LASHES OUT at Carney
In a special episode of the Candice Malcolm Show EXCLUSIVE to Juno News’ Premium subscribers, Candice is joined by businessman Brett Wilson.
They discuss how Western Premiers are teaming up and working together to send a strong message to Ottawa. “Enough is enough” — it’s time to get national energy projects built.
Alberta and Saskatchewan unite against federal interference
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe held a joint press conference on Wednesday announcing that their provinces were teaming up to fight federal interference.
WHO calls for Canada to hike sin-taxes to cover Trump funding gap
The World Health Organization wants countries like Canada to raise taxes on alcohol, sugar, and tobacco to make up for foreign aid cuts triggered by U.S President Donald Trump.
Doug Ford walks back “hat in hand” First Nations comments
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has walked back comments he made about Indigenous communities being overreliant on governments for taxpayer handouts. His remarks had drawn criticism from First Nations leaders, with some accusing Ford of racism.
Conservative amend Bill C-5 to reinforce ethics, transparency
Conservative MPs declared a win for taxpayers after successfully passing an amendment to Bill C-5, legislation introduced by the Liberal government to streamline project approvals.
Quebec to jail transgender inmates according to biological sex
Quebec will now house transgender inmates in provincial jails according to their anatomical sex, under a new directive the province says is meant to improve safety and fairness in detention facilities.
Ethics concerns swirl after Ontario equity official linked to program he also directed
An invoice obtained through a Freedom of Information request reveals a troubling conflict of interest at the heart of Ontario’s education equity agenda. The invoice, dating from 2019, shows that the Durham District School Board paid $22,543.50 to York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School for leadership to attend the Certificate in Human Rights for Education Professionals program.
Carney announces new steel tariffs to be reviewed in 30 days pending U.S. trade deal
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new retaliatory tariff rate for steel imports as Canadian negotiators aim to reach a trade deal with U.S. counterparts in the next 30 days.
Finance minister says Carney intends to keep unpopular digital services tax
Canada’s Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne is reiterating the Liberal government’s commitment to keeping the controversial digital services tax despite pressure from Canadian industry to repeal it.
Think tanks urge Canada to embrace Swiss-style healthcare reform
Think tanks are increasingly urging Canada to adopt Switzerland's universal healthcare model, which features shorter wait times and improved access to professionals through greater private sector involvement.
The Daily Brief | Trump hikes cost for Canada to join the Golden Dome
President Trump has hiked the price tag for Canada’s inclusion in the Golden Dome defence program to $71 billion American dollars. Tune into The Daily Brief.
Liberals shut down justice committee for summer without discussing crime
The House of Commons justice committee's first meeting since Parliament resumed concluded in less than 30 minutes on Wednesday. Liberal MP James Maloney moved for the committee to adjourn until the fall, a motion that visibly surprised opposition members.
Conservatives call Carney’s tax cut “pocket change”
The federal Conservatives are accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of misleading Canadians, saying a new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer shows Canadians will see far less benefit from his government’s flagship tax cut than originally claimed during the campaign.
Send them all back with a stop over in Tel Aviv