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Venue change for inauguration means Alberta premier will miss in-person ceremony

Venue change for inauguration means Alberta premier will miss in-person ceremony

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith won't be at president-elect Donald Trump's inaugural ceremony on Monday after all, due to bitter cold weather forecast for tomorrow in Washington, D.C.
Quick Sketch: Meet Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland

Quick Sketch: Meet Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland

OTTAWA — Chrystia Freeland is touting her experience in government as evidence she can rebuild the Liberal party and steer the country through a perilous time.
Freeland, Gould pledge carbon-pricing changes as they launch Liberal leadership bids

Freeland, Gould pledge carbon-pricing changes as they launch Liberal leadership bids

OTTAWA — Two recent cabinet ministers officially launched their campaigns for Liberal party leadership Sunday, with each pledging a rethink of the federal carbon levy and a tough stance against U.S. president-elect Donald Trump.
More than 60 ill, 17 hospitalized in salmonella outbreak linked to mini pastries

More than 60 ill, 17 hospitalized in salmonella outbreak linked to mini pastries

The Public Health Agency of Canada says 61 cases of salmonella across the country, including 17 that have required hospitalization, have been linked to recalled mini pastries.
Quick Sketch: Meet Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould

Quick Sketch: Meet Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould

OTTAWA — Karina Gould is making her pitch to Liberal grassroots as the best candidate to rebuild and restore Canadians' faith in the party.
Canadian leaders descend on Washington for Donald Trump's inauguration

Canadian leaders descend on Washington for Donald Trump's inauguration

WASHINGTON — Canadian politicians are descending on Washington, D.C., amid threats of 25 per cent tariffs when Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Tariffs, deportations and 'drill, baby, drill': What to watch for as Trump returns

Tariffs, deportations and 'drill, baby, drill': What to watch for as Trump returns

WASHINGTON — The looming threat of devastating tariffs slapped against Canada hangs over president-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House Monday. Trump is preparing more than 100 executive orders.
Unity or 'American carnage': What tone will Trump take in second inaugural address?

Unity or 'American carnage': What tone will Trump take in second inaugural address?

WASHINGTON — John F. Kennedy inspired Americans with the words, "Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country." Franklin D. Roosevelt assured them there's "nothing to fear but fear itself.
Eggs in B.C., Ont., Man., recalled over salmonella concerns

Eggs in B.C., Ont., Man., recalled over salmonella concerns

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall due to a possible salmonella contamination of certain brands of eggs in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and other possible provinces and territories.
Judge agrees to expedite legal challenge of Trudeau's move to prorogue Parliament

Judge agrees to expedite legal challenge of Trudeau's move to prorogue Parliament

OTTAWA — A court has agreed to expedite its hearing of a legal challenge of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's move to prorogue Parliament.