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Alberta Delays CPP Referendum Over Asset Division Dispute

Alberta is delaying its referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan due to the federal government's report failing to calculate its share of the \$647-billion fund, despite previous claims from Alberta estimating its share at \$334-billion.

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Trudeau Expected to Resign; LeBlanc and Carney Emerge as Top Contenders

Following Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to step down soon, with Dominic LeBlanc and Mark Carney emerging as top contenders to lead the Liberal Party, facing challenges of low party approval and navigating a potential shift in Can...

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Trudeau to Shuffle Cabinet Amidst Resignation Calls and US Tariff Threats

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his cabinet on Friday amid rising discontent and calls for his resignation following the recent resignation of his finance minister, Chrystia Freeland, and the threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian products from the incoming US administration.

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Trudeau's Leadership Questioned Amidst By-Election Losses and Freeland's Resignation

Following Chrystia Freeland's scathing resignation letter accusing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of prioritizing political survival over national interests, the Liberal party faces mounting pressure as by-election losses reveal widespread voter dissatisfaction with Trudeau's leadership.

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Subdued Liberal Christmas Party Highlights Deep Party Divisions Following Freeland Resignation

The Liberal Party's Christmas party in Ottawa on Tuesday revealed a subdued mood among attendees following Chrystia Freeland's high-profile resignation, with Prime Minister Trudeau's attempt at festive cheer failing to mask the party's deep divisions and uncertainty.

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Freeland's Resignation Triggers Major Political Crisis for Trudeau

Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned from the cabinet Monday, citing policy disagreements with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over responding to potential US tariffs. Her unexpected departure creates a major political crisis for Trudeau, threatening his leadership and possibly trigger...

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Canadian Small Business Tax Relief Measures Stalled in Parliament

Proposed Canadian tax relief measures for small businesses, including a higher lifetime capital gains exemption and the Canadian Entrepreneurs' Incentive, remain stalled in Parliament, creating uncertainty for business owners planning sales and causing financial stress.

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Freeland's Resignation Shakes Trudeau's Leadership

Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned on Tuesday, citing disagreements with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over spending and US trade threats; her departure raises questions about Trudeau's leadership amid declining popularity and potential upcoming elections.

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Canada's Costly GST Holiday: Ineffective or Political Gimmick?

Canada's temporary GST holiday, costing $1.6 billion, eliminates the tax on select items, sparking debate over its economic effectiveness and political motivations, while excluding essential household goods and services.

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LeBlanc Appointed Canada's Finance Minister Amidst Budget Deficit and Criticism

Following the resignation of Chrystia Freeland, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Dominic LeBlanc as Canada's Finance Minister on Monday. This appointment, criticized by business leaders for LeBlanc's limited financial experience, comes amid a \$61.9 billion budget deficit and upcoming U.S. tr...

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Saskatchewan Health Minister Found in Conflict of Interest

Saskatchewan's conflict of interest commissioner found Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill violated conflict of interest rules in 2021 when his in-laws' company, Fortress Window and Doors, received almost $180,000 in government contracts while he was a part-time employee; the commissioner recommended on...

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Canadian Government Overshoots Deficit by $21.8 Billion

Canada's fall economic update reveals a $21.8-billion deficit overshoot, reaching $61.9 billion for 2023-2024 due to increased spending and unanticipated Indigenous legal settlement costs; Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland unexpectedly resigned amidst disagreements over spending.

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