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Have you ever considered that the Prime Directive is not only not ethical, but also illogical, and perhaps morally indefensible?

  • All players acquitted in Hockey Canada sex assault trial. Live updates here

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  • This has unfortunately been the case in sexual assault cases since...forever, really.

    There are almost never any witnesses, human memory is fallible, alcohol is sometimes a factor...the justice system is not well-equipped to handle it.

  • Supreme Court won’t hear thumbs-up emoji case involving Saskatchewan farmer

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  • Good - the original case seemed pretty straightforward.

  • Union claims prime minister broke promise to 'cap, not cut' public service

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  • Payroll is a large portion of any budget, and I haven't seen any credible claims that it's possible to cut round it, or that they're even trying.

  • Union claims prime minister broke promise to 'cap, not cut' public service

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  • I don't think it's possible to make budget cuts that huge without cutting staff.

  • Union claims prime minister broke promise to 'cap, not cut' public service

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  • You're free to give them the benefit of the doubt. The union is not obligated to, and I'm inclined to think their concerns are very valid.

  • Union claims prime minister broke promise to 'cap, not cut' public service

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  • I'd hardly call it "cherry picking" - "We are also committed to capping, not cutting, public service employment" is a complete statement unto itself, and constitutes an election promise. There's no ambiguity, and there are no caveats provided.

    If you want to make the argument that they intend to reduce departmental budgets by 15% without cutting staff...I'm willing to listen to it, but I don't think it's likely to happen. And the departments don't appear to have been instructed to do so.

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  • Here's the platform.

    We are also committed to capping, not cutting, public service employment. Federal workers deliver essential services to Canadians and are critical to helping Canada meet this moment of crisis. As part of our review of spending we will ensure that the size of the federal public service meets the needs of Canadians.

  • The Liberals promised to strengthen the CBC. Now They’re Cutting It.

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  • I don't remember reading anything about them being "directed" to do so by the government, and even if that's the case, that was last year, well before the election.

  • Manitoba signs agreements with 4 provinces to improve trade and labour mobility

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  • I'm honestly relieved - if there's one area in which I think his government has been lacking, it's been the environmental portfolio.

    This restraint is a positive step, even though it's been framed as a reconciliation concern.

  • Manitoba signs agreements with 4 provinces to improve trade and labour mobility

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  • On Tuesday, the premiers of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario also signed memorandums of understanding to build new pipelines, railroads and energy infrastructure to move oil, gas and critical minerals between the provinces. Manitoba did not sign the agreement.

    Kinew said Manitoba's major infrastructure projects must first have a consensus from Indigenous stakeholders before putting shovels in the ground.

    I'm glad to see this, and also very curious to see the consequences.

  • Why did U.S. — not Canadian — fighter jets respond to alleged hijacking of B.C. plane?

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  • It's definitely a case of NORAD working as designed. Which is good!

    The fact that we're borderline amazed that it's working as designed is much less good.

  • Why did U.S. — not Canadian — fighter jets respond to alleged hijacking of B.C. plane?

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  • I was mainly responding to the claim that there's no base, but I really don't see the value in stationing a combat squadron there.

    In the case of an actual foreign invasion, there would be enough time to redeploy from elsewhere.

  • Why did U.S. — not Canadian — fighter jets respond to alleged hijacking of B.C. plane?

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  • As I said downthread, that's a very sensible use of a coastal air force base.

  • Why did U.S. — not Canadian — fighter jets respond to alleged hijacking of B.C. plane?

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  • Yeah, the most imminent air threat has historically been over the pole, which is why CFB Cold Lake exists.

    The squadrons on Vancouver Island are for surveillance and search-and-rescue, which is entirely sensible for the coast.

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  • Mattfrom103: "an unofficial channel showing videos of all the hard work 103 SAR Squadron in Gander, Newfoundland, Canada does."

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  • Very cool - I honestly had never considered the logistics of these sorts of operations, but seeing the host of these videos work out the fuel stops along the way just to make it out to the ships they're evacuating people from has been incredible.

  • Manitoba premier shoots back at U.S. lawmakers over smoke complaint

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  • I'm just mad we're exporting the stuff for free.

  • RCMP charges CAF members with trying to create 'anti-government militia' and seize land

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  • They seem to be playing things close to the vest for now, but I'm sure that will all come out in time.

  • Despite provincial opposition, federal minister planning to table First Nations water bill

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  • policies and legislation that undermine competitiveness, delay project development and disproportionately harm specific provinces and territories without any quantifiable benefits to the natural environment

    What.

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    Behind the Scenes Bloopers from The Making Of 'Patrick Starship Enterprise'

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    NDP appoints Don Davies as interim leader Monday evening: sources

    www.cbc.ca /news/politics/ndp-new-leader-1.7526573
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    Entrepreneurs looking for money to restore historic theatres working across the Prairies

    www.cbc.ca /news/canada/edmonton/entrepreneurs-looking-for-money-to-restore-historic-theatres-working-across-the-prairies-1.7526203
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    Journalist in Poilievre’s Viral ‘Apple’ Video Says Election Results Bring Him 'Satisfaction'

    pressprogress.ca /journalist-in-poilievre-apple-video-says-election-results-bring-satisfaction/
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    Canada Post workers could strike again soon. Here's why

    www.cbc.ca /news/business/canada-post-possible-strike-again-1.7524833
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    Jager Rosenberg: I Ran for the NDP and Lost. We Need to Change

    thetyee.ca /Analysis/2025/05/02/I-Ran-NDP-Lost-We-Need-Change/
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    Carney shuts down idea of coalition with NDP

    www.cbc.ca /news/politics/livestory/prime-minister-mark-carney-to-visit-trump-at-white-house-next-week-9.6745127
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    Byelection to settle Poilievre's seat issue should be soon

    www.cbc.ca /news/politics/livestory/prime-minister-mark-carney-to-visit-trump-at-white-house-next-week-9.6745127
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    Tariff Updates — Factory Entertainment and Master Replicas Expect Fulfillment Delays; FanSets Stockpiles Domestic Inventory

    blog.trekcore.com /2025/05/master-replicas-factory-entertainment-fansets-star-trek-products-tariffs/
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    With 24 Sussex still sitting in a sorry state, Carney to move into Rideau Cottage

    www.cbc.ca /news/politics/carney-rideau-cottage-1.7523728
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    PMO: Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of the United States Donald J. Trump

    www.pm.gc.ca /en/news/readouts/2025/04/29/prime-minister-carney-speaks-president-united-states-donald-j-trump
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    PMO: Prime Minister Carney speaks with President of France Emmanuel Macron

    www.pm.gc.ca /en/news/readouts/2025/04/29/prime-minister-carney-speaks-president-france-emmanuel-macron
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    Here's a final look at where the pollsters ended on their final national polls

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    Ford rants about 'bleeding-heart judges' who are 'overruling the government'

    www.cbc.ca /news/canada/toronto/doug-ford-ontario-judges-bail-reform-1.7522701
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    Jonathan Pedneault resigns as Greens co-leader after failing to secure seat for 2nd time

    www.cbc.ca /news/politics/jonathan-pedneault-resigns-again-1.7522519
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    Poilievre faces uncertain future after losing his own seat and failing to depose the Liberals

    www.cbc.ca /news/politics/poilievre-uncertain-future-1.7521681
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    Hakim Optical Enters Restructuring Amid Industry Challenges

    retail-insider.com /retail-insider/2025/04/hakim-optical-enters-restructuring-amid-industry-challenges/
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    'I lost my legal right to vote': Booths closed early — or didn't open at all — in some Nunavik villages

    www.cbc.ca /news/canada/north/planes-leave-nunavik-no-vote-1.7521042
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    A peek at the 2026 Ships of the Line calendar, via Brian Tatosky

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    Canada’s Online News Act Gets a Close Look. As Poilievre Vows to Kill It

    thetyee.ca /News/2025/04/24/Canadas-Online-News-Act-Close-Look/