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Van 't Wout Wins Bronze, Velzeboer Misses Final in Seoul Short Track World Cup

At the World Cup short track speed skating event in Seoul, Netherlands' Jens van 't Wout won bronze in the men's 1500m after a competitor's penalty, while Xandra Velzeboer failed to advance to the 1000m final, ending her podium streak. Mixed relay team qualified for the final.

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Bank of Canada Cuts Rate Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty

The Bank of Canada lowered its key interest rate to 3.25 percent on Wednesday, citing uncertainty caused by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's potential imposition of tariffs on Canadian goods.

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Canada Prepares Multifaceted Strategy for Post-Election U.S. Relations

Ahead of the 2020 U.S. presidential election, Canada prepared a comprehensive strategy to engage with U.S. officials across the political spectrum, focusing on maintaining and expanding cooperation in areas such as nuclear energy, supply chain security, and carbon capture technologies, regardless of...

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Alberta Launches CA$29 Million Border Patrol Amidst U.S. Tariff Threats

Faced with President-elect Trump's tariff threats, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith launched a CA$29 million Interdiction Patrol Team to enhance border security along its 298km border with Montana, involving sheriffs, support staff, canines, and drones, focusing on a two-kilometer "red zone" for incre...

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"Trump's Return: Boon or Bane for US Seafood Industry?"

"President-elect Trump's return is expected to bring significant changes to the US seafood industry, potentially increasing prices for consumers due to trade conflicts, while the industry anticipates deregulation and support for domestic fishing; however, conservationists fear jeopardized fish stock...

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Mali Arrests Barrick Gold Employees Amid Mining Tax Dispute

Four senior employees of Canada's Barrick Gold were arrested in Mali on Monday and charged, awaiting trial, as the military regime continues to pressure mining companies to pay millions in additional taxes; this follows a similar incident in September and the recent case of Resolute Mining, which pa...

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Trump's Return: A Seafood Industry on the Brink

President-elect Trump's incoming administration is poised to reshape the U.S. seafood industry, with potential benefits for fishermen but risks of escalating trade wars and reduced conservation measures, according to industry stakeholders and analysts.

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Canada Threatens Energy Curtailment to Counter US Tariffs

Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatened to cut energy exports to the US, primarily electricity, in retaliation for President-elect Trump's threatened tariffs, potentially disrupting US energy supplies and causing temporary price increases but also hurting Canada's own economy.

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Canada Steps Up Immigration Enforcement Amid Refugee Claim Surge

Canada's CBSA is enhancing enforcement of immigration laws due to a surge in refugee claims and the discovery that it cannot account for nearly 20,000 people whose claims were denied in 2011 or earlier; the agency has increased enforcement officers by 15% and projects a 60% rise in removals this yea...

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TSX Falls 0.48% Amidst Global Uncertainty

Canada's TSX composite index fell 0.48% on Friday, its first weekly loss in six, due to declines in mining and energy, fueled by global economic uncertainty, tariff threats, and the Bank of Canada's interest rate cut; Wall Street saw gains, led by tech stocks.

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Canada's Housing Market Boosted, North Vancouver Tops Livability Ranking

Canada's Bank of Canada cut interest rates and loosened mortgage rules, while The Globe and Mail ranked North Vancouver as the most livable city in its 2024 ranking of 448 Canadian cities based on affordability, amenities, and quality of life, despite high housing costs there.

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Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Mexican and Canadian Goods

President-elect Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods, starting January 1st, due to border concerns; economists warn of severe economic consequences for both countries, with Mexico particularly vulnerable due to its high reliance on US exports (77% in 2022), while Canada also fac...

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