Members phkrause Posted March 16, 2025 Author Members Posted March 16, 2025 Mark Carney sworn in as Canada's prime minister, says he can work with Trump OTTAWA, March 14 (Reuters) - Ex-central banker Mark Carney was sworn in as prime minister of Canada on Friday and immediately said he could work with U.S. President Donald Trump, who is promising tariffs that could devastate the Canadian economy. https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/mark-carney-be-sworn-canadian-prime-minister-now-must-face-trump-2025-03-14/? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted March 20, 2025 Author Members Posted March 20, 2025 Canada says China executed four Canadians earlier this year TORONTO (AP) — China executed four Canadians in recent months, Canada’s foreign affairs minister said Wednesday. Such executions of Westerners are relatively rare. https://apnews.com/article/canada-china-executions-drugs-1c3558bcc779018a4b79edc8a7ab18e6? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted March 24, 2025 Author Members Posted March 24, 2025 Canadian PM Mark Carney announces election as he seeks mandate to tackle Trump Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a federal election in a widely anticipated move where he met with Governor-General Mary Simon on Sunday to request for Parliament to be dissolved. https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/23/americas/canada-mark-carney-election-intl-latam/index.html? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 5, 2025 Author Members Posted April 5, 2025 Canada trucker protest organizers found guilty of mischief OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Two of the organizers of Canada’s trucker protests against COVID-19 restrictions in 2022 have been found guilty of mischief for their roles in the mass protest in Ottawa, a judge ruled Thursday. https://apnews.com/article/canada-trucker-protests-organizers-guilty-a45b9c16148a1453f290b86350fea795? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 23, 2025 Author Members Posted April 23, 2025 The Conservative Plan To Bring DOGE To Canada Audio reveals how Canadian conservatives are plotting with energy and tech executives to slash services “more quickly” than Trump. https://www.levernews.com/the-conservative-plan-to-bring-doge-to-canada/? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 28, 2025 Author Members Posted April 28, 2025 Vancouver attack A man who crashed into a street festival in Vancouver, Canada, has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder. Police said Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, was driving a black Audi SUV just after 8 p.m. local time when he allegedly plowed into a large crowd of people attending the Lapu Lapu Day Festival, a celebration of Filipino culture. At least 11 people, ranging in age from 5 to 65, were killed and dozens more were injured, some critically. “The actions of a single person shattered our collective sense of safety. It is impossible to overstate how many lives have been impacted forever by this lone individual,” Vancouver Police interim chief Steve Rai said. Although a motive hasn't been released, police said there was no indication the incident was an act of terrorism. Further charges are anticipated in the case. Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 28, 2025 Author Members Posted April 28, 2025 Witnesses recount Vancouver’s 'darkest day' The smells of crispy lumpia, caramelized plantains and other Filipino street foods beckoned attendees of the Lapu Lapu Day festival on an unusually sunny spring day in the Canadian city. As the sun set, lines for food trucks began to wrap around the block. A slow trickle of cars entered the closed street to replenish vendor supplies. Then, one driver hit the accelerator, killing 11 people and injuring dozens. Kai-Ji Adam Lo, a 30-year-old Vancouver man, was arrested and charged with eight counts of second degree murder. Read more. What to know: Clothing vendor Kris Pangilinan said he will never forget the sound of bodies hitting the hood of the black Audi SUV as it rammed into the crowd. Adonis Quita pulled his 9-year-old son out of the way as the SUV plowed into the line of families waiting for their food. For the young boy, who had just relocated to Vancouver from the Philippines, the festival celebrating British Columbia’s large Filipino population was his first taste of home away from home. But now, his father said the boy cannot close his eyes without seeing flashbacks of bloody bodies. Investigators ruled out terrorism in what Interim Police Chief Steve Rai proclaimed “the darkest day in Vancouver’s history.” Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim said the suspect has a “significant history of mental health issues.” As Quita rushed his son away from the commotion, he said he was comforted to see festivalgoers circle the SUV and subdue the suspect. Video circulating on social media shows a man in a black hoodie with his back against a chain-link fence, surrounded by bystanders screaming and swearing at him. Of the more than two dozen injured, some remain in critical condition and others have not yet been identified, Rai said. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Vancouver ramming attack suspect charged with murder as hundreds attend vigils for victims Photos: Vancouver car ramming attack shakes Canada ahead of a federal election Canadians vote in an election dominated by Trump's trade war and bluster Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 29, 2025 Author Members Posted April 29, 2025 ?? Canada's big call Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios Canadians decide today whether Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party keeps the reins or the Conservatives return to power, Axios' Avery Lotz reports. Carney became Liberal Party leader after former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepped down this year. His opponent, Conservative Pierre Poilievre, has drawn comparisons to President Trump for echoing populist themes. ?? Trump has wedged himself into the contest with tariffs and repeated threats of annexing Canada as the "51st state." ? Backlash against Trump's overtures gave the Liberal Party new life after it appeared to be heading for a wipeout. The latest: Trump again called for Canada to become the 51st state in a Truth Social post this morning. ? "Elect the man who has the strength and wisdom to cut your taxes in half, increase your military power, for free, to the highest level in the World, have your Car, Steel, Aluminum, Lumber, Energy, and all other businesses, QUADRUPLE in size, WITH ZERO TARIFFS OR TAXES, if Canada becomes the cherished 51st," he wrote. What to know. Canada election Canadian voters reelected the Liberal Party to run the government on Monday, yet it remains to be seen whether Prime Minister Mark Carney has won a majority or will need coalition partners to govern. The 60-year-old former central banker rode a wave of anti-Trump sentiment prompted by the US trade war and President Donald Trump’s numerous comments about annexing the country and turning it into the 51st state. Carney promised voters he would stand up for Canadian workers and businesses and make Canada less reliant on America. “As I have been warning for months, America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country. But these are not idle threats. President Trump is trying to break us so that America can own us,” Carney said as he declared victory. “That will never ever happen.” Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 29, 2025 Author Members Posted April 29, 2025 Mark Carney’s Liberal Party wins Canada’s election and caps a stunning turnaround in fortunes After polls closed, the Liberals were projected to win more of Parliament’s 343 seats than Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives. Prime Minister Carney’s party looked headed for a crushing defeat until U.S. President Donald Trump started attacking Canada’s economy and threatening its sovereignty, suggesting it should become the 51st state. Polls had the Conservatives with comfortable leads only months ago. Read more. What to know: With this result, Carney will remain in the prime minister’s job and can form a new government with a new cabinet. Trump’s actions infuriated Canadians and stoked a surge in nationalism that helped the Liberals flip the election narrative and win a fourth-straight term in power. It wasn’t immediately clear, though, if the Liberals would win an outright majority in Parliament — at least 172 seats. If they don't, the Liberals might need to rely on one of the smaller parties to remain in power and pass legislation. The Bloc Québécois, which looked set to finish third, is a separatist party from French-speaking Quebec that seeks independence from Canada. Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberals relied on the New Democrats to remain in power for four years, but the progressive party fared poorly on Monday and its leader, Jagmeet Singh, said he was stepping down after eight years in charge. Two-time central banker Carney’s main challenge will be to manage a recently tense relationship with the U.S., as Trump has been threatening Canada with steep tariffs. Internally, the new government will still have to deal with issues like rising food and housing prices and a surge in immigration. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ 'Trump is trying to break us,' Carney warns Canadians in victory speech What some Canadian voters had to say about their election and Donald Trump Photos: Scenes of jubilation as Carney and the Liberals secure a new term Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted April 30, 2025 Author Members Posted April 30, 2025 Takeaways from Canada’s election: America’s northern ally rejects Trump after he dominates race TORONTO (AP) — Canada’s federal election was the first major test of Donald Trump ’s influence on the affairs of a longtime U.S. ally since he returned to power 100 days ago. And he lost it badly. https://apnews.com/article/trump-canada-carney-election-poilievre-trade-de99be6f8074cc7b2dae4d049216e0bc? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted May 6, 2025 Author Members Posted May 6, 2025 Alberta’s premier would allow a citizen-led referendum on separation from Canada VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The premier of Canada’s oil-rich province of Alberta said Monday she will hold a referendum on separation from Canada next year if a citizen-led petition reaches the required number of signatures. https://apnews.com/article/canada-alberta-referendum-separation-b3da116c6800347f82da5011ee29f8f3? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted May 7, 2025 Author Members Posted May 7, 2025 ?? "Never." Canada "is not for sale," nor will it be, Prime Minister Mark Carney told Trump in the Oval Office today. "Never say never," Trump said. "Never," Carney replied. ? What we're watching: Trump said nothing Carney offered today would prompt him to lift tariffs on Canada, which have prompted the country to vocally pursue a foreign and economic policy that is less tethered to the U.S. Go deeper. phkrause 1 Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted July 27, 2025 Author Members Posted July 27, 2025 ? 1 for the road: Canada's cold shoulder Data: Statistics Canada. Chart: Axios Visuals Minnesota is reminding Canadian travelers that the state is open for business after a sharp drop in visitors from north of the border, Axios Twin Cities' Kyle Stokes writes. Why it matters: Millions of Canadians have stayed home this year over tensions between the Trump administration and their government. 28% fewer Canadians have crossed the U.S. border by car this year than by this point in 2024. Minnesota's tourism agency is advertising on broadcast and digital platforms in Winnipeg and Thunder Bay — just north of the state's borders. Keep reading ... Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted July 28, 2025 Author Members Posted July 28, 2025 3 workers rescued from Canadian mine after 60 hours underground Three workers trapped at a gold and copper mine in Western Canada have been rescued after more than 60 hours underground. Company officials said the rescue operation involved drones and a remote-controlled scoop that dug away a massive rockfall, estimated to be 65 to 100 feet long and 22 to 26 feet high. Read More. Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted July 31, 2025 Author Members Posted July 31, 2025 Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September in latest push against Israel’s Gaza policies TORONTO (AP) — Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Wednesday, the latest in a series of symbolic announcements that are part of a broader global shift against Israel’s policies in Gaza. https://apnews.com/article/canada-gaza-israel-palestinian-state-0c7dfc4b9985491bc1cbaac9e5d954a3? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted August 22, 2025 Author Members Posted August 22, 2025 Canada will match US tariff exemptions under USMCA trade pact, Prime Minister Carney says TORONTO (AP) — Canada is dropping retaliatory tariffs to match U.S. tariff exemptions for goods covered under the United States-Mexico-Canada trade pact, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday. https://apnews.com/article/canada-us-trade-tariffs-trump-3bcf97fc94c5b24324d255edc2f00d32? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted September 27, 2025 Author Members Posted September 27, 2025 Canada Post union launches strike as government moves to end most door-to-door mail OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — The Canadian Union of Postal Workers went on strike Thursday after the government announced door-to-door mail delivery would end for nearly all households within the next decade. https://apnews.com/article/canada-post-mail-delivery-strike-union-935ba4d9f9ffbfe328603c284700a947? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted January 16 Author Members Posted January 16 Canadian prime minister hails renewed relations with China during his Beijing visit BEIJING (AP) — On the first trip by a Canadian leader to China in eight years, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday that the two countries are entering a new era of relations. https://apnews.com/article/canada-carney-china-li-beijing-talks-tariffs-53107cae170d9939fb18b38281c08e88? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted February 13 Author Members Posted February 13 Suspect in Canada school shooting is identified as 18-year-old The suspect in a school shooting in Canada was an 18-year-old who had a history of police visits to her home to check her mental health, authorities said Wednesday, a day after the attack that killed eight people in a remote part of British Columbia. Read more. What to know: Jesse Van Rootselaar was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted wound following the assault on a school in the mountain community of Tumbler Ridge, police said. Royal Canadian Mounted Police Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald said Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother at the family home before attacking the nearby school. She had a history of mental health contacts with police, he said. The motive was unclear. The victims included a 39-year-old teacher and five students ages 12 to 13. The suspect was not related to any of the victims at the school, McDonald said. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Canada's strict gun laws include a ban on assault-style firearms and a freeze on handgun sales WATCH: Canada reels after 9 are killed in mass shooting at a school and a home in remote British Columbia Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted February 23 Author Members Posted February 23 Invisible underworlds Wintertime visitors to Canada’s largest cities are likely wondering where everyone is. They just need to venture underground, where networks of passageways shield people from the elements. Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted February 23 Author Members Posted February 23 OpenAI considered alerting Canadian police about school shooting suspect months ago ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has said it considered alerting Canadian police last year about the activities of a person who months later committed one of the worst school shootings in the country’s history. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/feb/21/tumbler-ridge-shooter-chatgpt-openai? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted February 27 Author Members Posted February 27 🍁 Canada's divorce over defense Illustration: Natalie Peeples/Axios Canada's first-ever defense-industrial strategy, published this month, suggests it, like Europe, can no longer count on the U.S. to be a security backstop, economically or militarily, Axios Future of Defense author Colin Demarest writes. Why it matters: It's a major break for Canada, which hasn't taken President Trump's 51st state remarks lightly. Canadians today view the U.S. as more of a risk than a partner, according to a Globe and Mail poll conducted by Nanos Research. (Only 9% agreed that the "U.S. is a trustworthy ally of Canada.") "Long-held assumptions have been upended — about the end of imperial conquest, the durability of peace in Europe, and the resilience of old alliances," the plan reads. "In this uncertain world, it is more important than ever that Canada possess the capacity to sustain its own defense and safeguard its own sovereignty." 🔭 Zoom in: Prime Minister Mark Carney promised to "double our defense expenditures by the end of this decade," prioritize business with Canadian defense contractors and pour resources into the Arctic. Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Members phkrause Posted Thursday at 07:27 PM Author Members Posted Thursday at 07:27 PM Alberta separatist group says it has enough signatures to trigger referendum on leaving Canada EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Alberta separatists said Monday they have formally submitted almost 302,000 signatures to try to trigger a referendum on the province leaving Canada. https://apnews.com/article/alberta-separation-canada-referendum-e93c247ccc2e5f0340a5490d88ab0da2? Quote phkrause When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan. Proverbs 29;2
Joe Knapp Posted 14 hours ago Posted 14 hours ago On 2/28/2026 at 4:51 AM, phkrause said: (Only 9% agreed that the "U.S. is a trustworthy ally of Canada.") I wonder if our Canadian friends here can verify this claim. Quote
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