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Residents of Edmonton’s Crestwood neighbourhood are expressing concerns about the potential approval of multiple 8-plex developments ahead of a provincial deadline. Numerous applications have been submitted, prompting fears that properties could become ‘sandwiched’ between larger builds, affecting the community’s character and property values.
Edmonton Elks kicker Vincent Blanchard has begun journaling his kicks and outcomes during the 2026 season to enhance his mental focus. Known for his precision, he led the CFL with 55 field goals at a 93.2 per cent success rate, which included a record nine field goals in a single game.
The University of Toronto has rejected a report from its Muslim, Arab, and Palestinian discrimination working group, citing significant departures from previous equity assessments. The report called for extensive recommendations to address perceived discrimination and policing issues on campus, including considerations of exceptions based on international conflicts.
The city committee selected the only surface alignment option for the Green Line LRT through Calgary’s downtown core that aligns with the project’s budget constraints. This decision confirms the existing financial parameters influencing the transit development.
Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the maximum penalty for manslaughter is three years, while second-degree murder carries a maximum sentence of seven years. These legal distinctions highlight the different implications for juvenile offenders in serious criminal cases.
Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged to implement equivalent tariffs in response to Donald Trump’s recently imposed 50 per cent tariffs, indicating a commitment to retaliatory trade measures. Negotiations between the two parties collapsed last month, further straining economic relations.
Hundreds of goods will face counter-duties that match the value of Canadian products affected by tariffs imposed by Trump. This measure reflects ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the United States, affecting market dynamics on both sides.
The September 11 attacks resulted in 2,996 fatalities across the World Trade Centre, Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, with thousands more sustaining injuries. The impact of the attacks continues to be felt significantly through ongoing health and security concerns.
Canada will impose retaliatory duties starting Tuesday, targeting key industries in states with competitive midterm elections. This decision is part of ongoing trade tensions and aims to exert pressure in regions particularly affected by these new tariffs.
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