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PoliticsLiberals win three federal byelections, solidify majority government
The Liberal Party won all three federal byelections held on September 1, 2026, increasing its seat total to 173 and securing its majority government. The wins came amid an escalating trade war with the United States.
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Politics · United StatesTrump orders Lake Ontario renamed 'Lake America'
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America.' Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected the decision, stating Canadians will continue to call it 'Lake Ontario,' a name with Indigenous roots predating both countries.
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Politics · United StatesSalma Zahid's car destroyed in suspected arson outside MP's home
Multiple vehicles were destroyed in a suspected arson outside the home of Liberal MP Salma Zahid early Thursday morning. Toronto police are investigating the incident and seeking information.
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Politics · United StatesUS withdraws trade positions on language and culture
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc announced the United States has withdrawn its positions on discoverability and labelling, and confirmed that measures promoting French language and Canadian culture will not be subject to future trade actions.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and Canada impose new tariffs amid trade war escalation
The United States and Canada have escalated their trade dispute by imposing new tariffs on each other's goods. Talks broke down Friday, with both sides threatening further action, including potential tariffs on the auto industry.
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Politics · United StatesKenney says Canada should use oil and gas in US tariff war
Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney has stated that oil and gas should be included in Canada's response to US import tariffs. He suggested that Canada could use energy exports as leverage, a stance that contrasts with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's position.
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Carney calls opposition leaders on US trade talks
Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with opposition leaders about ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. He stressed the importance of a united national approach and briefed them on new government measures.
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Politics · United StatesCarney: Canada will return to trade talks with US when attitude changes
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada will resume trade negotiations with the United States once the U.S. adopts a more favourable approach. This comes after Canada suspended talks, citing U.S. attempts to impose restrictive measures. Carney also announced a significant shipbuilding contract.
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PoliticsCarney announces $11 billion for Quebec icebreaker construction
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a federal investment exceeding $11 billion for Quebec's shipbuilding industry. The funds will be used to construct six new icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard, replacing aging vessels. Construction is slated to begin next fall, with the first ship delivered in five years.
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Politics · United StatesCanada to impose retaliatory tariffs on US after trade talks collapse
Canada will impose retaliatory tariffs on the United States starting September 8, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced. The decision follows the collapse of trade talks, which British Columbia Premier David Eby described as revealing the "true nature" of American objectives.
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Politics · United StatesJD Vance calls Carney's trade stance 'out-toughing' Trump, praises Jivani
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance said Prime Minister Mark Carney attempted to 'out-tough' President Donald Trump during trade talks, while praising Conservative MP Jamil Jivani as a 'helpful advocate' for Canada. The remarks came as Trump delayed new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days.
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Politics · United StatesPoilievre urges Carney to reject Trump trade demands ahead of new tariffs
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has written to Finance Minister Mark Carney urging the government not to yield to U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade demands, citing prior concessions on digital service taxes and counter-tariffs. A new round of 50 percent U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods is set to take effect within ten days, with dairy supply management a key point of contention.
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Politics · United StatesCanada reaffirms ICC support but silent on Trump sanctions against judge Kimberly Prost
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada’s support for the International Criminal Court is unequivocal, but did not address U.S. sanctions against Canadian judge Kimberly Prost. The U.S. has pledged to dismantle the ICC, while Prost seeks legal reversal of sanctions affecting her finances.
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