Unpublished Newswire
Pat King told an Ontario court he regrets his role in the Freedom Convoy and says his actions leading the 2022 protests in Ottawa have left him unable to sleep, fearing for his safety, experiencing online harassment and in financial ruin.
January 17, 2025 - 19:42 | | CBC News - Ottawa
The recent closure of a seniors’ home in Montreal’s east end is just the latest example of a problem the provincial association of private seniors’ homes blames on a lack of government funding.
January 17, 2025 - 18:50 | | CBC News - Canada
Mayors whose cities have received millions in public transit funding commitments from the federal government are worried that political upheaval in Ottawa could jeopardize support for the much-needed investments.Municipalities are counting on a national transit fund totaling $30-billion over a decade for new buses, subway trains and other infrastructure. The money, announced in 2024 by the federal Liberal government, would start flowing next year.
January 17, 2025 - 18:42 | Jill Mahoney | The Globe and Mail
A recent survey looking into the sex lives of teenagers is showing worrying trends. We speak with one of the authors of the survey to dive into the concerning numbers. We also replay what flicks Mr. Hollywood believes are worth a watch. We also revisit Kristy's conversation on what happens once the TikTok ban happens.
January 17, 2025 - 18:39 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
We're asking you: 'Should the federal government extend the tax holiday?' The majority of people LOVE the idea, but it does come at a cost. Later, the mercury is gonna drop some more in the following days. How cold will it get? We hear from David Phillips, senior climatologist at Environment Canada, about the upcoming frigid temperatures. Plus, a rent supplement program that's been linked to a kickback scheme has been restarted by the City of Ottawa. The Executive Director of the Alliance of End Homelessness Ottawa has some thoughts.
January 17, 2025 - 18:32 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Many in the restaurant industry are hoping the tax holiday would be extended. Economists, however, believe if it would be the case, the government would have to make up the budget shortfall some other way. Plus, Donald Trump's inauguration goes Monday and the big question here in Canada is will the tariffs take effect on Day 1? Will it be the full threatened 25%?
January 17, 2025 - 18:26 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
