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Mar-a-Lago Accord Poses Significant Economic Risks to Canada

The Mar-a-Lago Accord, a set of U.S. economic policies focused on strengthening American manufacturing through tariffs and debt restructuring, poses significant risks to the Canadian economy due to its close ties with the U.S., potentially impacting employment, GDP, inflation, and investor portfolio...

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Trump Policies Drive Surge in U.S. Students Applying to Canadian Universities

Facing funding cuts and visa revocations under the Trump administration, U.S. students are increasingly applying to Canadian universities; UBC Vancouver saw a 27% rise in graduate applications from U.S. citizens for 2025, while the University of Toronto and University of Waterloo also reported incre...

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Alberta Oil Industry Shows Resilience Amidst Global Market Uncertainty

Alberta's oil industry shows resilience amidst falling oil prices (US\$61-62/barrel), contrasting with struggling U.S. shale producers; strong balance sheets and lower costs buffer Canadian companies against market fluctuations, although global recession risks remain.

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U.S. Visa Policy Creates Barriers for Transgender Musicians

Following a new U.S. policy requiring gender on visas to match birth certificates, the American Federation of Musicians warns Canadian transgender performers of potential U.S. visa difficulties; Montreal musician Bells Larsen cancelled his U.S. tour dates due to this.

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Hudson's Bay Employee Benefits at Risk Amidst Liquidation

Hudson's Bay Co. employees on long-term disability, under an uninsured plan, risk losing benefits as the retailer liquidates; over 250 employees are seeking legal representation due to this high-stakes issue.

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New Regina Breast Health Centre Aims to Reduce Cancer Screening Wait Times

The Regina Breast Health Centre, opening April 23, aims to reduce wait times for breast cancer screenings by providing comprehensive care under one roof, addressing the province's reliance on a Calgary clinic for timely access to services, though concerns exist about whether it truly increases capac...

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Increased US Student Applications to Canadian Universities Amidst Trump Administration Policies

Due to US President Trump's cuts to federal university funding and revocation of foreign student visas, Canadian universities such as UBC Vancouver have seen a 27% increase in graduate program applications from US citizens since March 1, 2024, compared to all of 2024, prompting them to increase the ...

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Alberta Passes First-in-Canada Involuntary Drug Treatment Act

Alberta passed the Compassionate Intervention Act, allowing involuntary commitment to drug treatment for those deemed a risk to themselves or others; this is the first such Canadian law targeting addiction specifically and raises concerns about Charter rights.

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Surge in Transgender Americans Seeking Asylum in Canada Amidst Trump's Gender Policies

Canadian immigration lawyers are overwhelmed with inquiries from transgender Americans seeking asylum in Canada due to U.S. President Trump's policies that recognize only two genders, denying passports with an 'X' gender marker and excluding transgender people from the military and sports, raising c...

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U.S. Bill Threatens 50% Tax Hike on Canadian Investments

A proposed U.S. bill could increase withholding taxes for Canadian investors holding U.S. securities by up to 20 percentage points annually for four years, retaliating against Canada's digital services tax and potentially impacting over $3 trillion in Canadian investments.

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Canada Updates Pediatric Obesity Guidelines: Medication, Surgery Now Recommended

Canada's new pediatric obesity guidelines, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, recommend weight-loss medication for children as young as 12 and surgery from age 13, marking a significant shift in treatment approaches after nearly two decades.

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Vancouver's Unregulated Psilocybin Mushroom Dispensaries Pose Public Health Risks

In Vancouver, at least 15 dispensaries openly sell illegal psilocybin mushrooms, despite city acknowledgement of their illegality and potential for enforcement. A recent study highlights unsubstantiated health claims and inadequate warnings on products, mirroring pre-legalization cannabis sales. Lim...

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