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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Local elections profile: Croydon

Croydon is a diverse, populous borough in London known for its high-rise living, commercial hub, and rich history dating back to before the Norman Conquest.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Federal byelection candidates square off in Scarborough Southwest debate | CBC News

Doly Begum stated, 'After speaking with so many of you over the past few months, I actually decided to run federally because this is a crucial moment for Canada. I'm running to bring Scarborough Southwest's voice to Ottawa.'
Canada news
#farmland-ownership
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
17 hours ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Pre-seed decision making, Agracity, & who should own farmland, Apr 4 & 5/26

Farmers have opinions on farmland ownership, and discussions include acquisitions, decision-making, and family expectations on farms.
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1 day ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What's at stake for UK in May's local elections: six key questions

Scotland, Wales, and England face significant electoral challenges with potential losses for Labour and Conservatives amid rising support for Reform and Greens.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Northeast Pickering development decision delayed for further consultations with First Nations | CBC News

Pickering council deferred a decision on developing 1,600 hectares of land for more consultation with First Nations groups.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Green candidate replaced by rival who complained about him

A leading Green election candidate was suspended after a complaint, allowing a rival to take his place on the party's list.
#ontario
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Ontario announces plan to slash Niagara Region, Simcoe County councils and add 'strong chair' powers | CBC News

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1 week ago
Canada news

A look at the wave of recent proposals by the Ford government ahead of Ontario's legislative return | CBC News

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2 days ago
Canada news

Ontario announces plan to slash Niagara Region, Simcoe County councils and add 'strong chair' powers | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

A look at the wave of recent proposals by the Ford government ahead of Ontario's legislative return | CBC News

Ontario's government plans to exempt cabinet records from freedom-of-information laws, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
#local-elections
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
#canadian-agriculture
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

A call to leadership

Collaboration in Canadian agriculture is essential to address existential threats and ensure effective policy solutions for food production.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago
Agriculture

New movement - Let's Grow Canada - intended as an "open door" to Canadian agriculture and food

Let's Grow Canada is a long-term movement to rebuild pride in Canadian agriculture and reconnect Canadians to their food system as a foundation for sector growth.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

A call to leadership

Collaboration in Canadian agriculture is essential to address existential threats and ensure effective policy solutions for food production.
Canada news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Separatist movement in Canada's Alberta province finds allies in Trump's circle

Canadians are concerned about U.S. support for Alberta's separatist movement amid trade tensions and foreign interference allegations.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Local elections profile: Brent

Brent is one of the most ethnically diverse local authorities in the UK, with a mix of urban districts in the east and suburban neighbourhoods in the west.
London politics
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Only two Santa Clara County races are competitive - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's 2024 elections feature several unopposed incumbents, while District Attorney Jeff Rosen and Supervisor Sylvia Arenas face challengers, with political experts noting uncontested races limit voter choice.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

The Ford government wants the power to set transit fares in Ontario | CBC News

The Ontario government proposes to regulate transit fares to create a unified fare structure across the province.
Women in technology
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

Changing conversations highlight evolving role of women in agriculture

The Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference has evolved to address mental health, resiliency, and workplace challenges, reflecting decades of progress in recognizing women's contributions to agriculture.
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Opinion: School board should wait until after the election to select a new superintendent

The last three months have been tumultuous in the district. The community was divided by a surprise move in January to add ethnic studies to the high school curriculum, a class that Chinese and Jewish families felt was discriminatory. When new board member Rowena Chiu said publicly she felt bullied by other "woke" school board members for questioning the class, all hell broke loose.
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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Local elections profile: Barking and Dagenham

Barking and Dagenham is a diverse, affordable borough in east London with a young population and significant historical sites.
#agriculture
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

No party is fighting for agriculture's vote. Here's why

Mark Carney's first year as Prime Minister shows mixed results in agriculture policy, with some progress but ongoing dissatisfaction among farmers.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

From agreement to action - it's time to move on changes to Canadian ag policy

The agricultural sector must transition from identifying problems to taking decisive action for effective policy change.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

No party is fighting for agriculture's vote. Here's why

Mark Carney's first year as Prime Minister shows mixed results in agriculture policy, with some progress but ongoing dissatisfaction among farmers.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

From agreement to action - it's time to move on changes to Canadian ag policy

The agricultural sector must transition from identifying problems to taking decisive action for effective policy change.
Toronto Maple Leafs
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4 weeks ago

Goaltending and penalty troubles befall Toronto Marlies in loss to Manitoba

Toronto Marlies lost 3-2 to Manitoba despite recent wins, with poor third-period performance, inconsistent play, and costly penalties defining their disappointing defeat.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Canada Post is planning to end home delivery. Here's how community mailboxes will work | CBC News

Canada Post is transitioning to community mailboxes, ending home delivery due to financial challenges and a directive from Public Services and Procurement Canada.
#quebec-politics
France politics
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Quebec's Governing Party Is Running Out of Time to Save Itself | The Walrus

CAQ leadership race features two competing visions: Bernard Drainville advocates returning to nationalist roots, while Christine Fréchette emphasizes improved governance and economic competence.
France politics
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Quebec's Governing Party Is Running Out of Time to Save Itself | The Walrus

CAQ leadership race features two competing visions: Bernard Drainville advocates returning to nationalist roots, while Christine Fréchette emphasizes improved governance and economic competence.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

TDSB to cut 40 vice-principal positions, forcing some schools to share administrators | CBC News

Toronto District School Board will cut 40 vice-principal positions due to funding loss and declining enrolment, leading to shared roles in some schools.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

In Vermont, small town meetings grapple with debate on big issues

When you have people sleepwalking into an authoritarian regime, it's up to us to sound the alarm. People feel isolated, helpless and hopeless. And when you hear about other people who are just like you taking a stand and representing something that you believe, that gives you not only hope, but it gives you power.
US news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

First Nations, chiefs demand the PM apologizes after he said he could 'outlast' protesters | CBC News

Two First Nations chiefs demand an apology from Prime Minister Carney for dismissive comments about a mercury poisoning protester.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Reform council leader survives no confidence vote

Reform UK council leader George Finch survived a no-confidence vote by one vote at Warwickshire County Council, with 27 voting against removal and 26 voting for it.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

NDP Leader Avi Lewis Wants to Reverse Carney's Immigration Cuts | The Walrus

Avi Lewis calls for major reforms to Canada's immigration system to protect immigrants and newcomers from exploitation and vulnerability.
#ndp
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Avi Lewis, elected to lead Canada's New Democratic party, promises NDP comeback'

Avi Lewis has been elected as the new leader of Canada's NDP, aiming to rebuild the party and focus on equity.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Avi Lewis, elected to lead Canada's New Democratic party, promises NDP comeback'

Avi Lewis has been elected as the new leader of Canada's NDP, aiming to rebuild the party and focus on equity.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Council leader bullish on no-confidence vote chances

A 19-year-old Reform UK council leader faces a no-confidence vote over allegations of bringing the authority into disrepute, but maintains he is performing well and dismisses the challenge as a political stunt.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Carney, Ford, Chow to make joint announcement in Etobicoke | CBC News

Prime Minister Mark Carney will hold a joint news conference with Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow in Etobicoke.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Ontario running out of time to pass bill to deal with misbehaving municipal politicians, critics warn | CBC News

Ontario is urged to quickly pass the Municipal Accountability Act to address misconduct by municipal politicians before the upcoming civic election.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

Manitoba Moves Against Retailers Charging Different Prices for the Same Goods | The Walrus

Manitoba is the first Canadian government to address issues with pricing algorithms that exploit consumer data.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

ANALYSIS | After delaying return to Queen's Park, Doug Ford prepares to unveil 8th Ontario budget | CBC News

Premier Doug Ford will unveil Ontario's budget amid economic uncertainty, focusing on protecting jobs and communities.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Toronto councillors propose motion to ban raising foreign flags at City Hall | CBC News

Councillor Michael Thompson stated, 'By choosing to fly certain flags, it looks like the city is taking a position in conflicts that we don't know anything about.' He emphasized that council should prioritize local issues like homelessness and transportation instead of engaging in geopolitical matters.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Politics Has Grown Too Big for Politicians Alone | The Walrus

O n January 6, 2021, the day of the Capitol insurrection, many people were transfixed by what they saw in Washington. It was only a heroic effort by the police that kept the insurrectionists out of the House of Representatives, where elected members and staff took refuge behind chairs and under desks. In one sense, the riot, with its outlandish characters wearing costumes and face paint, felt like an absurd exclamation mark that punctuated the end of an erratic presidency.
US politics
LGBT
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

The Sports Organization That Stood Up to Alberta | The Walrus

Skate Canada will not host events in Alberta due to provincial restrictions on transgender athletes, upholding national standards for safe, inclusive sport.
#alberta-separatism
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

How Alberta's Separatist Movement Could Shake North America | The Walrus

Alberta separatism is resurging due to long-standing Western alienation, economic grievances from the 1980 National Energy Program, and current federal policies perceived as marginalizing Alberta's interests.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

Alberta's Separatists Are Chasing a Total Cowboy Fantasy | The Walrus

Alberta's separatist movement, supported by only 8% of residents, is driven by conspiracy-fueled grievance and xenophobic scapegoating of immigrants rather than constitutional or fiscal disputes.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

King Charles concerned about Alberta separatist movement, First Nation chief says

Indigenous leaders from Alberta informed King Charles about separatist movements threatening historic treaties signed between First Nations and the crown nearly 150 years ago.
Television
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

The US Is Trying to Annex the Ultra-Canadian Heated Rivalry | The Walrus

Heated Rivalry is a Canadian-produced hit whose U.S. acquisition and media coverage often credit HBO, reflecting patterns of American appropriation of Canadian cultural success.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Why are so many English councils delaying elections and why is it controversial?

Local council elections in about a third of areas may be postponed to 2027 due to government-led reorganisation, prompting opposition claims Labour fears the vote.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Thinking of moving to a more 'affordable' part of the country? Consider this | CBC News

I lost a lot of money while I was in Alberta. I had quite a lot of debt. Sure, you might save $4 or $5 on your bills, but ultimately, that's not what saved me money at all. Moving to Montreal in the summer of 2024 helped replenish the family's budget, even though la belle province is notorious for its higher taxes.
Canada news
US politics
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Is Canada Ready for an American Civil War? | The Walrus

US domestic politics are sliding into lawlessness as federal immigration agents are used to intimidate political opponents, undermining the rule of law.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Ontario to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into 9 | CBC News

Ontario will consolidate its 36 conservation authorities into nine across the province. Environment Minister Todd McCarthy says there will be no job losses as a result. He says the province listened to feedback after several town halls and 14,000 comments on its plan, which initially proposed having seven conservation authorities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Voting begins for new federal NDP leader | CBC News

This is an opportunity for the membership to decide not only who the next leader is going to be, but what the future of the party is going to look like. That gives me hope that despite the election result, the NDP is here to stay.
Canada news
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

The truth about prairie politics with Scott Moe

Saskatchewan prioritizes pragmatic global engagement, defending agricultural interests through relationships, trade access restoration, and value-added exports to support producers amid rising costs.
fromThe Walrus
3 weeks ago

Is Danielle Smith the Most Powerful Politician in Canada? | The Walrus

In January, Alberta premier Danielle Smith issued an extraordinary threat. Unless Prime Minister Mark Carney gave Alberta more influence over judicial appointments, her government would withhold funding from the courts. In an open letter, Smith argued she wanted judges who reflected Alberta's "distinct legal traditions"-though what those traditions are is unclear.
Canada news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Council leader claims local authority bullied' to delay polls for extra funding and powers

Norfolk council leader withdrew from devolution and LGR after government reversed election postponement, accusing ministers of bullying by tying funding and powers to cancelling elections.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Ontario takes control of York Catholic school board, keeps Peel under supervision | CBC News

Ontario's education minister placed York Catholic District School Board under supervision due to depleted reserves, lack of financial recovery plan, and seven education directors in nine years, while critics argue provincial underfunding causes board financial crises.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Without a coordinated approach, Canada is falling behind on ag tech and drone adoption

Canada requires a coordinated national ag tech innovation and adoption framework plus aligned drone and AI regulations to maintain farm competitiveness and global market access.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Canada is way behind on capital investment in ag. Where does it fall apart?

Canada's agri-food sector contributes 7-10% of GDP but receives only 2% of federal venture funding, creating a significant growth capital gap that limits company scaling.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Canada Is Edging Toward a Two-Party System. That Would Be a Mistake | The Walrus

The NDP leadership race shows renewed interest and fundraising, amid risks of a shift toward a two-party system and pressure from a possible early election.
#ontario-politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

ANALYSIS | Stakes are high in Scarborough byelection as NDP, Liberals prepare to square off | CBC News

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2 months ago
Canada news

ANALYSIS | Ontario PCs gather this weekend as some question the Ford government's direction | CBC News

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1 month ago
Canada news

ANALYSIS | Stakes are high in Scarborough byelection as NDP, Liberals prepare to square off | CBC News

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2 months ago
Canada news

ANALYSIS | Ontario PCs gather this weekend as some question the Ford government's direction | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

School board takeovers distraction from chronic underfunding of Ontario schools, say teacher and student reps | CBC News

Ontario considers replacing elected school board trustees with provincial supervisors while educator and student groups say takeovers mask chronic underfunding and staffing shortages.
#pierre-poilievre
#conservative-party
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Ford salutes Poilievre's leadership result, but says 'you don't win elections at conventions' | CBC News

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1 month ago
Canada news

Ford salutes Poilievre's leadership result, but says 'you don't win elections at conventions' | CBC News

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Doug Ford says a Parti Quebecois government would be a 'disaster' | CBC News

Election of a separatist party in Quebec would be a disaster for Canada and would undermine national unity.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario Liberal caucus names John Fraser as pick for interim leader | CBC News

John Fraser was nominated by the Ontario Liberal caucus to serve as interim leader for a third time.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Carney poaches Ontario NDP's Doly Begum to run for seat vacated by Bill Blair | CBC News

Doly Begum, former Ontario NDP deputy leader and Scarborough Southwest MPP, resigned to run federally as a Liberal in Bill Blair's vacated riding.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario is shortchanging Peel Region on community service funding: report | CBC News

Peel Region receives far less provincial funding per capita, causing underinvestment in child care, long-term care, social housing, public health, legal aid, and mental health.
Canada news
fromPuck Prose
2 months ago

A brief history of the Ottawa 67's - Gatineau Olympiques rivalry and a preview for this year's encounter

The OHL's Ottawa 67's and QMJHL's Gatineau Olympiques renew their inter-league 'Battle of the Ottawa River' series with games in Ottawa and Gatineau.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Doug Ford's plan to remove Crown Royal from Ontario shelves 'misinformed,' Manitoba Conservative MP says | CBC News

Manitoba MP James Bezan says Crown Royal is distilled in Gimli, Manitoba and urges Ontario to reconsider removing it from LCBO shelves.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Inside the Stunning Collapse of the Quebec Liberal Party | The Walrus

Quebec Liberal Party collapsed into leadership crisis after leader's resignation amid vote‑buying allegations, risking federalist influence as Parti Québécois surges before an October referendum‑threat election.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

From trade to trust: Hyder calls for Canada to lead with strategy, not emotion

Canada can overcome current economic turmoil by focusing on controllable policies, engaging in the USMCA/CUSMA review, removing internal trade barriers, and diversifying markets.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario education minister putting Peel school board under provincial control | CBC News

Ontario's education minister placed a seventh school board under supervision Wednesday in order to prevent dozens of teachers from being laid off, he says, and he is planning to soon take control of another board over financial concerns. Paul Calandra announced that he has put Peel District School Board under supervision and is giving the York Catholic District School Board two weeks to make a case for avoiding the same fate.
Canada news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Peel school board chair calls takeover a 'smokescreen' for provincial underfunding | CBC Accessibility

Peel District School Board placed under provincial supervision after planned teacher reductions and repeated deficits; board chair blames provincial underfunding and special-education funding shortfalls.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Mississauga council encourages residents to fly Canadian flag alongside foreign flags | CBC News

Mississauga city council unanimously encouraged residents to display the Canadian flag alongside foreign flags as a voluntary gesture promoting unity and national pride.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

ICE has offices in 5 Canadian cities. Is your city on the list? | CBC News

Homeland Security Investigations operates from the U.S. embassy and consulates across Canada to investigate transnational crimes and assist in tracking suspects.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
2 months ago

Newcomers, Nutrition, and Canadian Politicians | The Walrus

Debates emphasize preference for stable technocratic leadership, criticize political opportunism undermining solidarity, and call for policy shifts toward local, healthy agriculture.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

CUSMA negotiations, interprovincial trade on the table as Carney meets with premiers | CBC

Prime Minister Mark Carney met with premiers in Ottawa to discuss trade, CUSMA review, tariffs, and national unity amid separatist reports and U.S. contacts.
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