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Politics · United StatesOntario byelections turn on trade war and provincial concerns
Three Ontario provincial byelections on 5 September 2026 hinge on affordability, healthcare and the U.S. trade war, candidates say. Liberals hope for a boost from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s approval ratings, while Progressive Conservatives bank on Premier Doug Ford’s stance against Trump. New Democrats aim to hold Scarborough Southwest and gain Hamilton East-Stoney Creek.
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Politics · United StatesCanada Premiers Consider Resuming U.S. Alcohol Sales
Canadian provinces are considering reinstating sales of U.S. alcohol, a move requested by Prime Minister Mark Carney to aid trade negotiations. While some premiers agree, others are hesitant, and consumer willingness to purchase U.S. products remains uncertain.
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Business & EconomyCanada and U.S. extend trade deadline as provinces split on U.S. alcohol return
Canada and the U.S. delayed new tariffs by three days as negotiations continue. Provinces agreed to return U.S. alcohol to shelves, except Manitoba, where Premier Wab Kinew urged Canadians to boycott it. Alberta and Saskatchewan already restocked.
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PoliticsOnly two Eastern Canadian premiers attend New England governors conference
The 47th Conference of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers took place on 9-10 August 2026 with only Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston and Prince Edward Island Premier Rob Lantz attending from Eastern Canada. Four New England governors facing primaries did not attend, leaving Vermont Gov. Phil Scott as the sole U.S. representative.
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