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Ontario government buys $28.9M private jet for Doug Ford’s use
The provincial government has purchased a pre-owned private jet for $28.9 million to be used by Ontario Premier Doug Ford.
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Strait of Hormuz is ‘fully open,’ Trump and Iranian foreign minister say
U.S. president Donald Trump confirmed Iran’s statement about the Strait of Hormuz being “fully open” to all commercial ships for the remainder of the ceasefire. “Iran has just announced that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for full passage. Thank you!” he posted on Truth Social on Friday morning. Trump’s post came…
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Posthaste: Why Canadians might be doomed to suffer a ‘new normal’ for oil prices
The federal government gave financially stretched Canadians a break at the pump a year ago after axing the much-despised carbon tax on gasoline, but those gains and then some have evaporated. Economists and oil and gas analysts now expect drivers could be looking at a “new normal” of higher energy prices thanks to a greater…
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Brace for gas price ‘shock’ in inflation numbers out Monday, say economists
Economists are expecting the high price of gas to “shock” the consumer price index (CPI) when Statistics Canada releases its March inflation report on Monday. Gas prices spiked 21 per cent between February and March as the war in Iran and resulting near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz reduced the flow of oil from the Middle East and pushed up global energy prices…
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Ontario pushes ahead with medical residency rule change for international students
Ontario is embedding in legislation a policy that would give priority for medical residency positions to applicants with a connection to the province. It requires international graduates to have either gone to school or recently lived in Ontario for 2 years.
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Travel could be ‘hazardous,’ as fog advisory issued, some school buses cancelled in region
The only two areas not impacted are in the cities of Chatham (Zone 8) and Sarnia (Zone 2).
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Stellantis, Microsoft sign 5-year partnership for AI push
The legacy automaker eyes 60 per cent data centre footprint cut by 2029 as it leans into big tech in software, AI Race. Deal is set to co-develop 100+ initiatives at Stellantis.
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Canadian Dental Care Plan coverage requires renewal by June 1. Here’s what you should know
Canadians who participate in the Canadian Dental Care Plan have until June 1 to renew their coverage if they want to keep it continuous. Otherwise, there will a coverage gap while a brand new application is reviewed. Dental care received during a gap in coverage gap will not be covered retroactively. What are the eligibility…
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Why these parents want to see less screen time in N.S. classrooms
Technology is deeply embedded in Canadian classrooms, but some Nova Scotia parents say the public education system relies too heavily on screen use. They are questioning why, when and how technology is introduced to their kids, and they think parents should have more say in these decisions.
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Exclusive: Carney’s pitch to unlock trillions in global investment
Prime Minister Mark Carney has sent invitations to 100 of the biggest investment firms in the world. He’s pitching an Invest in Canada Summit this fall to unlock trillions of dollars in investments in Canada.