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Freeland Resigns as Canada's Finance Minister Amidst Deficit and Tariff Concerns

Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned due to policy disagreements with Prime Minister Trudeau, revealing a deficit exceeding the cap by over $20 billion and highlighting concerns over potential US tariffs.

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Freeland's Resignation Shakes Trudeau's Government

Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned on Monday, creating a major political crisis for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's minority government amid disagreements over economic policy and the looming threat of US tariffs; the resignation raises questions about Trudeau's leadership and the ...

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Trudeau Replaces Finance Minister Freeland Amidst Deficit Crisis

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau replaced Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland with Dominic LeBlanc after a Friday Zoom call where he informed Freeland of his decision; Freeland cited concerns about spending and the incoming Trump administration in her resignation letter, while the government mi...

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LeBlanc Appointed Canada's New Finance Minister

Following Chrystia Freeland's resignation, Dominic LeBlanc was sworn in as Canada's new Finance Minister on Monday, adding to his existing role as Intergovernmental Affairs Minister; he will prioritize affordability and Canada-U.S. relations, particularly concerning potential tariffs.

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Freeland Resigns, Criticizes Trudeau's Fiscal Policies

Chrystia Freeland, Canada's former finance minister, resigned from cabinet on Monday, criticizing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's fiscal priorities and creating significant disruption to the government's fall economic statement; her biography suggests a potential future leadership role.

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"$60 Billion Deficit Triggers Crisis in Canadian Government"

"Canada faces a $60 billion deficit, far exceeding projections, causing conflict within the Liberal government, possibly leading to Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's dismissal and a potential snap election."

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Canada's Fall Economic Update: Key Measures and Uncertainty

The Canadian government announced a fall economic update including measures such as eliminating the mortgage stress test for some borrowers, expanding carbon pricing rebates, introducing automatic tax filing, and exempting the federal disability benefit from tax; however, the planned $250 payments w...

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Freeland Resigns Amidst Soaring Canadian Deficit

Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned due to policy disagreements with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over spending, highlighting a $241-billion projected deficit over six years, significantly higher than previous projections, amid concerns about fiscal responsibility and potential rec...

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Trudeau Faces Resignation Pressure Amidst Political Crisis

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces potential removal from office due to the resignations of multiple key ministers, including the finance minister, who criticized his handling of the economy, and low approval ratings; an upcoming no-confidence vote in parliament could trigger an election t...

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Freeland's Resignation Fuels Debate on Trudeau's Feminist Credibility

Chrystia Freeland resigned as Canada's finance minister on Monday, prompting criticism of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's feminist image due to a pattern of high-profile female ministers leaving his cabinet after clashes, including Jody Wilson-Raybould and Jane Philpott in the SNC-Lavalin affair.

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BC United Faces De-Registration After Election Withdrawal Leaves Party in Debt

Facing a \$1.2 million debt and dwindling funds, BC United, British Columbia's former ruling party, risks de-registration after its leader pulled the plug on the election campaign, leaving candidates with unpaid bills and the party in a desperate fundraising push to avoid de-registration.

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"Federal Government Opposes Use of Notwithstanding Clause as Provinces Increase its Use"

"Federal Justice Minister Arif Virani opposes the use of the notwithstanding clause, while provinces increasingly invoke it; a Supreme Court case on Quebec's Bill 21, which bans religious symbols in public service, is pending, and the federal government will intervene."

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