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LeBlanc Announces Imminent High-Level Talks to Resolve Trade Dispute with U.S.

Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc has announced that high-level talks are scheduled to occur "over the next number of days" with the U.S. to address a growing trade dispute. LeBlanc expressed disappointment with President Trump's recent decision to impose a 35% tariff on Canadian goods not covered by CUSMA.

Province Focuses on Housing and Infrastructure Investments

The Ontario government continues to prioritize investments in housing and infrastructure projects through the Building Faster Fund. Associate Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Graydon Smith, is actively involved in announcing funding allocations. He is scheduled to appear with Maggie Horsfield, Deputy Mayor of North Bay, to discuss new investments in the region.

Prime Minister Carney Tours Canadian Forces Maritime Test Ranges in British Columbia

On August 4, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney was in British Columbia as part of his ongoing visit to the province.His schedule for the day included a tour of the Canadian Forces Maritime Experimental and Test Ranges (CFMETR) facility, located near Nanoose Bay, north of Nanaimo.The tour was a pooled photo opportunity for the media.

Toronto Caribbean Carnival Grande Parade Celebrates with Thousands of Participants

The annual Toronto Caribbean Carnival Grande Parade, a key event of the month-long festival, was held on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Thousands of participants, known as masqueraders, paraded in vibrant, elaborate costumes along Lakeshore Boulevard, bringing Caribbean culture to the city. The parade is a major highlight of the festival, which attracts millions of visitors.

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Court Strikes Down Ontario Law Mandating Toronto Bike Lane Removal

The Ontario Superior Court has ruled that the Ford government's legislation requiring the removal of bike lanes on major Toronto streets is unconstitutional, violating the rights of Canadians. The court found that eliminating the bike lanes would endanger cyclists and that the time saved for drivers does not outweigh the safety risks.

Ontario Government to Appeal Ruling Against Toronto Bike Lane Removal

Following the Ontario Superior Court's decision to strike down the law mandating the removal of bike lanes on key Toronto streets, Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria, through his spokesperson Dakota Brasier, announced that the provincial government will appeal the ruling.

Ontario Implements Alcohol Tax Cuts to Support Local Producers

The Ontario government has implemented cuts to alcohol taxes, including reductions in basic tax rates for spirits, LCBO markups on cider, and providing benefits for Ontario microbreweries. According to the province, these changes aim to protect local alcohol producers from global trade tensions.

Prairie Wildfire Smoke Prompts Air Quality Statements Across Northern Ontario

Environment Canada issued special air quality statements on August 2, 2025, for a significant portion of Northern Ontario due to persistent wildfire smoke originating from the Prairie provinces.

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B.C. Premier Calls for Ferry Funding Fairness

Vancour, Canada. Premier David Eby of British Columbia is calling out what he says is a long-standing funding imbalance regarding ferry subsidies between B.C. and eastern Canada. A spokesperson for federal Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland provided a statement regarding the Government of Canada's support for ferry services.

York Factory First Nation Stranded by Low Water Levels

Manitoba. York Factory First Nation in Manitoba is "essentially stranded" after low water levels grounded its ferry. York Factory First Nation Chief Darryl Wastesicoot, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Grand Chief Garrison Settee, Keewatin Tribal Council Grand Chief Walter Wastesicoot, Fox Lake First Nation Chief Morris Beardy, and Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Kyra Wilson have all called for an all-season road. Manitoba Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor and Manitoba Hydro spokesperson Peter Chura attributed the low water levels to drought conditions.

Police Fatal Shootings in Nunavik

Nunavik. The rate of fatal shootings by police officers in Nunavik is significantly higher than the Quebec average. Patrick Watson, an assistant professor of criminology at the University of Toronto, suggested that officer training should be examined.

Highway 416 Collisions: Northbound lanes of Highway 416 reopened after two serious collisions

Ottawa. Highway 416 Collisions: Northbound lanes of Highway 416 reopened after two serious collisions. A single-vehicle crash sent two people to hospital with life-threatening injuries (later updated to stable condition). A second collision occurred in the same area, with one person taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.Police attribute the second crash to drivers not paying attention.

Groups Urge PM Carney to Build East-West Power Grid:

Ottawa. Over 100 environmental, community, and Indigenous groups today issued a joint call to Prime Minister Carney, urging the federal government to prioritize the development of a renewably-powered east-west electricity grid across Canada. The coalition emphasized the potential for significant job creation, improved health outcomes, enhanced energy affordability, and national security benefits, while also stressing the importance of upholding workers' and Indigenous rights, including free, prior, and informed consent.

Ontario Premier Ford Invites Premiers to Huntsville:

Toronto. Ontario Premier Doug Ford today formally extended invitations to his provincial and territorial counterparts for the Council of the Federation's summer meeting.The gathering is scheduled to take place in Huntsville, Ontario, from July 21-23, 2025. The agenda is expected to include discussions on inter-provincial trade, economic development, and navigating Canada-U.S. relations, especially concerning ongoing tariff challenges.

Alberta Premier Smith Updates on Provincial Police:

Edmonton. Premier Danielle Smith of Alberta provided an update on her government's ongoing efforts to establish a provincial police service. Smith announced the appointment of former Calgary police deputy chief Sat Parhar as the first chief of the new Alberta Sheriffs Police Service, emphasizing that the service will work alongside existing law enforcement and offer municipalities an alternative to the RCMP for local policing needs.

Ottawa Announces High-Speed Internet Initiative for Rural Saskatchewan

Regina. The Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State (Rural Development), is set to make an important announcement tomorrow, July 4, 2025, regarding improved high-speed internet access in rural Saskatchewan. The announcement is expected to detail federal efforts to bridge the digital divide in the province

Dramatic fiery crash on Highway 401 close to Mallorytown

Sudbury college unveils the 'Heart of Fire' Pavilion to foster Indigenous connections.

How some Taylor Swift fans are hoping to score last-minute tickets

On Wednesday, Trudeau will head to Bermuda to give a eulogy for Peter Green before making a quick return.