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Here's the latest as Canada faces steel and aluminum tariffs from the United States

Here's the latest as Canada faces steel and aluminum tariffs from the United States

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump has announced 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including for Canada and Mexico. Here's the latest news: ——— 10:50 p.m.
Poilievre promises a military base in Iqaluit, would cut foreign aid to pay for it

Poilievre promises a military base in Iqaluit, would cut foreign aid to pay for it

OTTAWA — A Conservative government would build a permanent military base in Nunavut and pay for it by "dramatically cutting" Canada's foreign aid budget, party leader Pierre Poilievre said Monday in Iqaluit.
4 Nations tournament set against backdrop of Canada-U.S. political tensions

4 Nations tournament set against backdrop of Canada-U.S. political tensions

Canada and the United States share the world's longest border at nearly 9,000 kilometres. The countries have interlinked economies and plenty in common culturally.
Ontario NDP, Liberals focus on health care as tariffs threaten to draw attention away

Ontario NDP, Liberals focus on health care as tariffs threaten to draw attention away

TORONTO — Ontario's NDP and Liberal leaders tried to keep voters focused on health care Monday, even as actions by the U.S. president threatened to once again draw attention elsewhere in the provincial election campaign.
Liberal leadership hopeful Ruby Dhalla says she wants a translator for French debate

Liberal leadership hopeful Ruby Dhalla says she wants a translator for French debate

OTTAWA — Liberal leadership candidate Ruby Dhalla said she's working on her French skills, but plans to ask for a translator to help her in the party's upcoming French-language debate.
Singh promises 100% tariffs on Tesla, revival of electric vehicle incentive program

Singh promises 100% tariffs on Tesla, revival of electric vehicle incentive program

OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says Canada should charge 100 per cent tariffs on Tesla vehicles for as long as the trade war with the United States continues.
A timeline of Canada-U. S. tariffs on steel and aluminum

A timeline of Canada-U. S. tariffs on steel and aluminum

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump says he will impose 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including products from Canada — a threat causing economic uncertainty across the country.
McGill University announces budget cuts in response to new Quebec policies

McGill University announces budget cuts in response to new Quebec policies

MONTREAL — McGill University is planning cost cuts and layoffs to address a projected $45-million deficit next fiscal year, which it blames partly on new Quebec government policies.
Trump’s invasion threats violate international law: Canadian ambassador

Trump’s invasion threats violate international law: Canadian ambassador

PARIS — Canada's ambassador to France says United States President Donald Trump's invasion threats violate international law.
New laws not the 'only tool' to strengthen ballot integrity: elections chief

New laws not the 'only tool' to strengthen ballot integrity: elections chief

OTTAWA — Chief electoral officer Stéphane Perrault acknowledges that proposed changes to bolster the integrity of the next national vote are unlikely to become law before Canadians head to the polls next.