The Latest Breaking News from Ottawa

Close to home: The Canadian far right, COVID-19 and social media

Weeks after the so-called “freedom convoy” protests ended, a familiar quietness has returned to the streets of downtown Ottawa. No more sounds of blaring horns and people partying into the wee hours. The only remaining visible traces are abandoned trucks in impound yards and barriers on streets.

The Conversation · Apr 3, 2022

The political opportunities and challenges of Canada's new $9.1B climate plan

With the release of Ottawa’s new “2030 Emissions Reduction Plan” this week, Canada has entered a new phase of climate policy. The 270-page document lays out the path the federal government will take to meet Canada’s Paris Agreement target to cut emissions by 40 per cent to 45 per cent…

The Conversation · Mar 31, 2022

Convoy trucker left homeless after giving life savings away to protests, ‘regrets’ involvement

“I’m still as alone as I was two months ago,” the 41-year-old told the local news station

The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2022

Canada vows to put hormone-treated beef in UK shops, as post-Brexit trade talks start

Clash looms over UK ban on growth treatment, as Ottawa’s trade minister insists: ‘I am here to sell brand Canada, boy-oh-boy’

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2022

What every Canadian should remember about the 'freedom convoy' crisis

The recent trucker convoy was perhaps the most important crisis of public authority in our generation.

The Conversation · Mar 21, 2022

What the truckers’ convoy revealed about policing in Canada

Initial hands-off approach to right-wing movement reveals double standards and institutional police biases, experts say.

Al Jazeera · Mar 19, 2022

Canada Offers Three Years of Temporary Residency to Ukrainians

Ottawa announced Thursday it is establishing a new immigration program that will offer Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion a temporary Canadian residence permit for up to three years. Canada, which has a large Ukrainian diaspora, especially in the center and west of the country, said in a statement that "Ukrainians…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 18, 2022

Russia and Canada in Twitter spat over 'kindergarten-level' UN letter post

Russia accused Canada on Thursday of childishly annotating a letter it sent at the United Nations seeking support for its draft resolution on providing aid access and civilian protection in Ukraine, which Ottawa reacted to with pointed comments.

Reuters · Mar 17, 2022

How Jonathan David went from amateur prospect in Ottawa to a star targeted by Arsenal and Liverpool

If Lille are to spark an unlikely comeback against Chelsea in the Champions League, then you can bet Jonathan David will be at the heart of it.

Evening Standard · Mar 16, 2022

Molecule Holdings Inc. Launches Corporate Website

Ottawa, ON - TheNewswire - March 11, 2022 - Molecule Holdings Inc. (CSE:MLCL) (OTC:EVRRF) ("Molecule" or the "Company"), a Canadian craft-focused cannabis beverage production company, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly revamped website. The new website provides a refreshed design, improved navigation, updated information, and mobile friendly…

Benzinga · Mar 11, 2022