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Conflict & Security · United StatesCanada Receives First Two F-35 Fighter Jets
Canada has received its first two F-35 fighter jets from the United States. The aircraft will be used for military personnel training at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. Ottawa has not yet decided on the final number of aircraft to purchase.
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Conflict & SecurityFour soldiers killed in CFB Wainwright fire
A fire during a military training exercise at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four soldiers and injured 39 others. The blaze spread rapidly due to high winds. The US ambassador has offered assistance for the injured soldiers.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS sets softwood lumber import tax at almost 35%
The U.S. Department of Commerce has set total import taxes on Canadian softwood lumber at almost 35 percent. The BC Lumber Trade Council said this figure is a reduction from the 45 percent rate announced last August, but still represents a significant burden.
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Politics · United StatesMike Rogers questioned on Trump trade war during Michigan Senate debate
Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers faced pressure over Donald Trump's trade war with Canada during a debate. The trade dispute has become a campaign issue between Rogers and Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed, with polling indicating Michigan voters disapprove of the tariffs.
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Politics · United StatesAlaska Governor says zero chance of US invasion of Canada
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy stated there is 'zero chance' the United States would invade Canada. He made these remarks at the Global Business Forum in Banff, Alberta, following comments by Prime Minister Mark Carney about his government studying the 'extreme tail risk' of such an event.
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Politics · United StatesMPs return to Parliament with economy and trade on agenda
Members of Parliament are returning from their summer break to focus on the economy and trade partnerships. Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated his Liberal government will introduce significant legislation, following a summer where a trade war with the United States escalated.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and Canada impose reciprocal tariffs impacting small businesses
A trade war between the United States and Canada has led to reciprocal tariffs on approximately $20 billion of goods. Small business owners report increased costs and reduced sales, exacerbated by rising energy prices linked to the Iran war.
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Politics · United StatesSteelworkers President Calls for Canada-US Unity Amid Trade War
United Steelworkers International President Roxanne Brown called for unity between Canada and the United States amid ongoing trade tensions. She delivered her message at a news conference in Laval, Quebec, on Tuesday, September 15.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Bans Canadian Dairy, Alcohol Imports and Imposes Tariffs
The United States will ban imports of dairy, motorcycles, and alcoholic beverages from Canada, and impose a 50% tariff on new Canadian products. These actions are a response to Canada's own retaliatory tariffs.
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Politics · United StatesNova Scotia Premier Houston Discusses Trade War Support
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston has stated his government is engaging with businesses affected by the ongoing trade war with the United States. While a $50 million contingency fund exists, it has not yet been utilized.
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Politics · United StatesGeorge Clooney criticises US defence secretary over mockery of Canadian cadets
George Clooney called Pete Hegseth’s post mocking two female Canadian military cadets ‘cruel and unkind’ at the Venice Film Festival. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and other officials condemned the remarks, while the Pentagon said the post ‘speaks for itself’.
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Conflict & SecurityUS admiral dismisses Canada invasion question as 'preposterous'
The head of US Pacific Command, Admiral Samuel Paparo, called the suggestion of a US invasion of Canada 'absolutely and utterly preposterous' during a news conference in Victoria. He compared the likelihood to an attack on Mars, while also describing Canada as an 'indispensable' military ally.
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Business & EconomyCarney: US trade stance threatened Canadian industries
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that US negotiators approached recent trade talks with an attitude that would have resulted in Canadian industries, particularly the automotive sector, becoming subsidiaries or ceasing operations. He made these remarks in reference to discussions held last month.
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PoliticsPentagon defends Hegseth's post about Canadian cadets
U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted an image of two young women in uniform from a Canadian cadet program with the caption 'this is real'. The post led to backlash, with some calling it unfair to target the youth program. The Pentagon defended the post, stating it speaks for itself.
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Politics · United StatesAlberta MLA Jennifer Johnson travels to Minnesota for conference
Alberta legislature member Jennifer Johnson is travelling to Saint Paul, Minnesota, to attend the Midwestern Legislative Conference. The trip is intended to promote Alberta's energy, trade, and agriculture interests following the collapse of Canada-US trade negotiations.
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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 StatesCanada electricity exports to US unlikely to cause blackouts
Social media users claim Canada could plunge the US into darkness amid trade war escalation. Experts state this is unlikely, with economic impacts and higher costs being more probable outcomes than widespread power outages.
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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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Politics · United StatesDoug Ford to speak on economy amid US trade dispute
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is set to deliver economic remarks in Hamilton on Monday afternoon. The event comes as Canada faces escalating trade tariffs from the United States, with Ottawa vowing a dollar-for-dollar response.
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