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Here's what you need to know about the Canada-China deal on EVs and canola
The federal government reached what Prime Minister Mark Carney is calling a "landmark" agreement with China on Friday. Here's a breakdown of what's in the deal, how the two countries arrived at this point and how key players are reacting.
Scammers posing as politicians on WhatsApp offer false housing promises, MP warns
Scammers have been impersonating MPs on the messaging app WhatsApp in an attempt to solicit funds in exchange for false promises of access to subsidized housing, one parliamentarian says.
Freeland resignation shakes up already fluid situation in House of Commons
Former cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland is officially vacating her seat in the House of Commons on Friday, leaving the Liberal government — which is within striking distance of a majority — one MP down for the time being.
Promised since 2023, when will Canada's new air passenger rights be cleared for takeoff?
Updates to the air passenger bill of rights appear stuck on the tarmac more than two years after the federal government promised changes — something that may come as unwelcome news for Canadian air travellers facing their own delays.
Carney reflects on jump into politics at an 'important time,' key subjects in year-end interview
In a year-end interview with CBC News chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton, Prime Minister Mark Carney touched on a number of topics — including his entry into politics in a year of upheaval on the federal scene.
Military espionage case started with claims that Postmedia journalist is linked to Russia: sources
The Canadian military counter-intelligence officer accused of leaking secrets to Ukraine was part of investigation into a dossier that claims a Postmedia journalist has been a longtime Russian asset.
Trump hasn't threatened ripping up North American trade deal in private talks, Carney says
Prime Minister Mark Carney says U.S. President Donald Trump hasn't given him any indication that he's willing to walk away from the North American free trade deal that was struck during his first term at the White House.
Bare trust tax filings on pause again as government mulls exemptions
Canada's tax agency says it doesn't expect Canadians who hold simple trusts, known as bare trusts, to file required tax forms this coming tax season — but legislative changes currently before the House of Commons means the requirements will likely be there in 2027.
Via Rail CEO stepping down as Crown corporation faces increasing scrutiny
President and CEO of Via Rail Mario Péloquin will be stepping down next month as the Crown corporation has faced heightened scrutiny in recent years.
Conservative MP laughs off missing Secret Santa gift from floor-crosser Michael Ma
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani might have the most personal reason to have a blue Christmas after Michael Ma's surprise defection to the Liberals on Thursday: he was left without a Secret Santa gift.