Events

A significant surge in early participation marked the recent Canadian federal election’s advance polling period, shattering previous records. Preliminary figures indicate a remarkable 7.3 million Canadians cast their ballots over the four designated days, a substantial 25 percent increase compared to the 5.8 million early votes recorded in 2021. While this trend was observed nationwide, […]

Isn’t it peculiar how the grand tapestry of global events can influence whether Mrs. Higgins next door decides to finally visit Penetanguishene instead of Florida this winter? It seems the winds of political change and a generally unsettled world are subtly nudging folks right here in Barrie, and indeed across Canada, to reconsider their holiday

The stark impossibility of home ownership weighs heavily on many Ontarians as the Canada Votes 2025 federal election campaign unfolds. For individuals like Iuri Rezende Souza in Kitchener, the Canadian dream seems increasingly distant, reducible perhaps to a vacant lot and a trailer – a prospect highlighting a profound disconnect between political rhetoric and lived

The hum of campaign buses, the crush of media scrums, the carefully staged handshakes – as the Canada Federal Election 2025 races towards its conclusion, the movements of the main party leaders become intensely scrutinized. Monday, April 21st, falling squarely within the critical final week, represents more than just another date on the calendar; it’s

The promise of Canada as a welcoming land, a place where newcomers could build a life, seems to be fraying at the edges. As the nation grapples with the consequences of rapidly increased immigration levels, a growing chorus, including many immigrants themselves, questions whether the federal government has adequately prepared for this influx. This concern

The daily itinerary of a federal party leader during an election campaign often resembles a meticulously planned military operation, yet tracking their movements can feel akin to a national game of Where’s Waldo. Pinpointing their location on any given day, such as a hypothetical Saturday like April 19th, offers a glimpse into the complex machinery

The first official French-language debate of the 2025 federal election campaign unfolded in Montreal on April 16th, less than a fortnight before the scheduled April 28th vote. While the anticipated confrontations between the principal contenders, Liberal leader Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, largely failed to materialize, the evening was not devoid of pointed

A report surfaces alleging a major automaker might shift significant production out of Canada due to trade pressures. Government officials rush to deny it, citing the company itself. But in the murky world of international business and tariff wars, separating fact from damage control is rarely straightforward, especially when billions in investment and thousands of

The quiet hum of conversation filled the London Brewing Co-op, where a group of moms gathered over pints, not just for camaraderie, but for change. Politics and parenting aren’t often paired in the same breath, but a recent gathering of Moms Together in London’s Old East Village defied that norm. As federal election campaigns ramp

Increased tariffs in the U.S. are forcing automakers to rethink their strategies, and Honda’s Alliston plant may be at the center of this shift. Honda’s manufacturing footprint in North America might soon look very different. Reports suggest that the Japanese automaker is exploring major adjustments to its production strategy due to escalating U.S. tariffs on