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Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas acknowledged the city’s $50 billion infrastructure deficit will not be resolved in one budget or council term, emphasising the need for ongoing efforts from council to address the issue incrementally.
The Surrey Police Service faces scrutiny following six serious incidents over the past year, resulting in either fatalities or significant injuries. A local MLA has called for a review of the police’s operational practices in light of these collisions.
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.
Google announced distinctions in its Maps application for users in Canada and the U.S., labelling the geographic feature as Lake Ontario for the former and Lake America for the latter. This adjustment aligns with regional naming conventions and user expectations.
Party leaders in the Quebec provincial election campaign emphasised affordability on day four, making various commitments related to housing and tax cuts as they toured the province. The pledges reflect ongoing concerns over the cost of living amidst the electoral process.
The Toronto Argonauts will not achieve a sweep of Saskatchewan in 2026, following their latest game results. The outcome has implications for both teams as they continue to compete in the league.
Quebec’s party leaders focused on immigration during the third day of the provincial election campaign, engaging with voters across the province as discussions intensified regarding policies and electoral promises. The candidates’ positions are expected to shape public perception in the coming weeks.
British Columbia Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is seeking to secure a seat in the legislature during the upcoming byelection scheduled for 26 September, after currently not holding a position in the assembly.
An Ipsos poll indicates that the Liberal government maintains significant support among Canadians, although this backing decreases among younger voters. The findings reflect the shifting political landscape and attitudes within the demographic groups.
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