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Trump falsely claimed US banks cannot operate in Canada during a meeting with travel executives Wednesday. There are 15 US-based banks operating in Canada as branches or subsidiaries, according to the Canadian Bankers Association.
A Federal Court judge has ordered the Canadian government to publish redacted portions of a 1985-86 report detailing how Nazi war criminals were resettled in Canada. The ruling stems from a B'nai Brith lawsuit challenging Ottawa's secrecy regarding CIA-assisted entries, with the court citing the importance of the historical record.
Ryan Ness of the Canadian Climate Institute argues that Canada must urgently prepare for severe climate impacts, including 2.7°C warming and extreme weather, according to the new federal scientific assessment. The statement urges accelerated emission cuts to avoid the worst long-term consequences of amplified northern warming.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is evaluating potential risks to imports following India's discovery of fake labels on food products. Indian authorities seized nearly $80,000 worth of goods and equipment used to alter expiry dates and nutritional information from brands including Coca-Cola and Unilever.
Greg Ip argues that Canada must avoid the trajectory of Venezuela, which has become a U.S. vassal state following recent political changes. He contends that maintaining sovereignty requires resisting excessive American influence, citing Venezuela's loss of control over its leadership and oil revenues as a cautionary tale for Canadian policy.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced a roughly $550 increase to the financial proof required for international study permit applicants. The adjustment, tied to Statistics Canada's low-income cut-off, ensures students have sufficient funds for living expenses. Applicants with family members must show an additional $6,318 per person.
Canada's unemployment rate held steady at 6.4% in August, meeting market expectations despite a net loss of 41,700 jobs and a contracting labor force. Average hourly wages rose 2.0% year-over-year, following three consecutive monthly declines in the unemployment rate during May through July.
A comprehensive federal report released Thursday reveals that climate change is physically transforming Canada at rates exceeding previous projections. The document attributes these changes to fossil-fuel emissions, noting the country has warmed significantly faster than the global average since 1970.
An Ontario court denied Claire Brosseau emergency access to medical assistance in dying for bipolar disorder, citing Parliament's role in policy and Charter rights. Brosseau is suing the federal government over the ban on MAID for mental illness alone, with an urgent case conference ordered within 14 days.
Prime Minister Mark Carney will host the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto on Sept. 15, showcasing energy, critical minerals, defence, and tech sectors. The event aims to attract global investors like BlackRock's Larry Fink to reduce portfolio risk amid US trade tensions.