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Canadian mayors, workers worry about 'permanent damage' from Trump tariffs

Canadian mayors, workers worry about 'permanent damage' from Trump tariffs

Canadian mayors, workers and industry representatives are warning that the Trump administration's punishing tariffs on steel and aluminum could cost jobs and cause lasting damage to industries on both sides of the border.
Quebec court to hear appeal from Just for Laughs founder sued for alleged sex assault

Quebec court to hear appeal from Just for Laughs founder sued for alleged sex assault

MONTREAL — Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon will be allowed to appeal a court ruling that limits the questions his defence can ask in his civil trial for sexual assault, Quebec's highest court has ruled.
Ford talks to Carney, premiers ahead of trade meeting in Washington

Ford talks to Carney, premiers ahead of trade meeting in Washington

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford and federal Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc suggested Wednesday they want to come out of a meeting with a top U.S. official with a "coherent plan" for the tariff road ahead.
Canada-linked team finds Saturn has 128 more moons, leaving Jupiter in cosmic dust

Canada-linked team finds Saturn has 128 more moons, leaving Jupiter in cosmic dust

VANCOUVER — Canadian and other researchers have confirmed Saturn as the solar system’s undisputed “moon king," after discovering 128 more moons circling the ringed planet.
In America's 'most Canadian town,' Trump's trade war wounds wallets and hearts

In America's 'most Canadian town,' Trump's trade war wounds wallets and hearts

The tiny community of Point Roberts is a little bit of America, firmly fixed to British Columbia.
Canada to impose 25% tariffs on $29.8B in U.S. goods starting Thursday

Canada to impose 25% tariffs on $29.8B in U.S. goods starting Thursday

OTTAWA — The federal government will impose 25 per cent tariffs on U.S. goods worth $29.8 billion in retaliation for steel and aluminum tariffs the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump imposed today.
Canada calls for unity, pushes back on U.S. tariffs as G7 ministers gather in Quebec

Canada calls for unity, pushes back on U.S. tariffs as G7 ministers gather in Quebec

OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly is welcoming her counterparts from some of the world's most powerful countries to Quebec this week, as Ottawa works to maintain unity between Washington and its Group of Seven partners and pushes back on
In the news today: Trump tariffs in effect, Bank of Canada to cut interest today?

In the news today: Trump tariffs in effect, Bank of Canada to cut interest today?

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Trump tariffs on steel, aluminum kick in The latest move in U.S.
Canadian pride surges in face of Trump's tariff, sovereignty threats: Leger poll

Canadian pride surges in face of Trump's tariff, sovereignty threats: Leger poll

OTTAWA — A new poll suggests Canadians' sense of national pride has surged in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and threats against the country's sovereignty.
Carney transition team met with PMO staff Tuesday, hope for PM swearing in by Friday

Carney transition team met with PMO staff Tuesday, hope for PM swearing in by Friday

OTTAWA — Liberal Leader Mark Carney is hoping to be sworn in as Canada's 24th prime minister by the end of the week but there are some logistical hurdles like security clearances for senior members of his transition team that must happen first.