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    The Ottawa Senators have named defenceman Thomas Chabot as their new captain, following Brady Tkachuk's departure from the club. The announcement comes amid a busy stretch of NHL scores and off-season news that hockey fans across Canada and the United States are following closely, with roster changes reshaping several teams ahead of the upcoming season.

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    White House trade adviser Peter Navarro escalated tensions with Ottawa, telling Canadian lobbyists to 'get the hell out of the United States' and warning that Canada would 'pay even more dearly' if it interfered in upcoming US midterm elections. The remarks, reported by Bloomberg, Politico and CBC, come amid ongoing trade disputes between the Trump administration and Canada, and are drawing wide attention on both sides of the border.

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    US-Canada trade dispute heats up againβ–ΌUS-Canada trade disputeπŸ¦‹bluesky5292 min ago

    Tensions between Washington and Ottawa over tariffs and trade rules are drawing renewed attention, with discussions focusing on the economic impact for both countries and the wider risk to North American supply chains. Commenters are debating the political motives behind the dispute and what retaliatory measures could mean for consumers and cross-border industries.

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    Talk of separation referendum grows in Alberta●Alberta separation referendumπŸ¦‹bluesky1.3K2 min ago

    Discussion in Alberta has turned to the idea of a provincial separation referendum, with calls to put the question of leaving Canada to a public vote. Supporters frame it as a democratic matter of Alberta's place in the federation, while critics warn it would create deep constitutional and economic uncertainty for the province and the country.

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    The Ottawa Senators have named defenceman Thomas Chabot as the team's new captain following Brady Tkachuk's departure from the club. The Toronto Star reported the decision, which comes as the Senators reshape their leadership group ahead of the new NHL season. Chabot, a longtime alternate captain and one of the franchise's core players, now takes on the top leadership role in Ottawa.

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    Mark Carney Slams US Trade Stance as Canadian Tariffs Take Effectβ–Όβš‘ NEWS Mark Carney Criticizes US Trade Stance as Canadian Tariffs Loom Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney accusMmastodonWorldDiplomacy33 h ago

    Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney accused the US government of prioritizing 'memes' and 'shade' over serious trade discussions, as new Canadian tariffs come into force. The remarks sharpen diplomatic friction between Ottawa and Washington, with critics arguing the US approach is trivializing high-stakes trade policy while concrete tariff measures affect Canadian goods.

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    US Imposes Tariffs on Canadian Dairy, Alcohol and Motorcyclesβ—βš‘ NEWS US Imposes Tariffs on Canadian Dairy, Alcohol, and Motorcycles The United States has implemented import bans on CMmastodonWorldDiplomacy35 h ago

    The United States has implemented import bans on Canadian dairy products, alcohol, and motorcycles, effective September 29. The move marks an escalation in trade tensions between the two countries and follows Canada's earlier imposition of 20 billion dollars in retaliatory measures. The tariffs target sectors significant to Canadian exports, and observers are watching for how Ottawa responds and what the dispute means for broader North American trade relations.

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    Carney Accuses US Steelmaker of Betraying Canadian Workersβ—πŸŸ  UPDATE Carney Accuses US Steelmaker of Betraying Canadian Workers After Layoffs Deloitte has lowered Canada's growth fMmastodonWorldDiplomacy216 min ago

    Mark Carney has accused a US steelmaker of betraying Canadian workers following layoffs, amid escalating trade tensions between Ottawa and Washington. Deloitte has cut Canada's growth forecast for next year by 20 percent, citing new US import bans on Canadian products. The downgrade adds concrete economic data to the ongoing tariff dispute, intensifying scrutiny of the trade conflict's impact on Canadian jobs and industry.

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    Canada urged to build a military space strategy for the Arcticβ–ΌDefending the high ground - Why Canada urgently needs a military space strategy to protect the Arctic: Joe Varner for Inside Policyβœ‰newsScienceSpace Policy1 h ago

    Joe Varner, writing for the Macdonald-Laurier Institute's Inside Policy, argues that Canada urgently needs a military space strategy to defend its Arctic. He contends that satellites for surveillance, communication and missile warning are increasingly vital to securing Canada's northern sovereignty, and that Ottawa currently lacks a coherent approach to protecting its interests in space over the region.

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    White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has issued a warning to Canada about interfering in elections, according to Politico. The remark adds to tensions between Washington and Ottawa, with officials and commentators weighing what form of interference was being referenced and whether it signals a broader dispute between the two neighbouring governments.

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    Carney Accuses Cleveland-Cliffs of Betraying Canadian Workersβ—πŸŸ  UPDATE Carney Accuses US Steelmaker of Betraying Canadian Workers After Layoffs Prime Minister Mark Carney stated theMmastodonBusinessMarkets31 min ago

    Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has accused US steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs of betraying Canadian workers after the company's Stelco unit announced plans to shut down operations at some Ontario facilities. Carney said the government will take all necessary steps to ensure the company meets its legal obligations, signalling a potential escalation between Ottawa and the American steel producer.

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    Canada cast as the villain in US disputes●Le mΓ©chant Canada πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ 🍁 / The Bad Canada πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ 🍁 πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ English version below. 🍁 Si les Γ‰tats-pas-si-unis que Γ§a ne veulent plusMmastodonWorldEU Politics21 h ago

    A bilingual French-English commentary titled 'The Bad Canada' is circulating, arguing that if the United States no longer wants Canada, Canadians are content to let Americans deal with the consequences of their own isolationism. The author pushes back against Canada being framed negatively, reflecting wider frustration over trade and political tensions between Ottawa and Washington, with some in Quebec voicing skepticism toward their southern neighbour.

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    Canadian critics blame Ottawa spending for shrinkflation●Ottawa overspending shrinks your paycheque. Shrinkflation is caused by endless government money printing. Cut federal spMmastodonBusinessEconomy14 h ago

    A Canadian political commentator is arguing that federal overspending and money printing are driving shrinkflation and eroding paycheques, calling for cuts to federal spending so Canadians keep more of what they earn. The claim ties rising prices and shrinking package sizes directly to government fiscal policy, a position that fits the ongoing Canadian debate over inflation, deficits and the cost of living.

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    Ottawa Redblacks tie worst season start in CFL history●The Ottawa Redblacks have tied the worst start to a season in CFL history. # Redblacks # Ottawa # CFL # Canadian # FootbMmastodonSportSoccer37 h ago

    The Ottawa Redblacks have tied the worst start to a season in CFL history, matching the league's all-time low-water mark after another loss. Football fans and commentators are reacting to the struggling franchise's start, debating how the team reached this historic low and what it means for the rest of the Ottawa season and the wider Canadian Football League.

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    US ban on Canadian alcohol and dairy takes effect amid trade warβ–ΌUS ban on Canadian alcohol and dairy takes effect as trade war drags onβœ‰newsWar6 h ago

    A United States ban on Canadian alcohol and dairy products has come into effect, deepening the ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. The restrictions add to a series of tariffs and countermeasures as Washington and Ottawa remain locked in a prolonged trade conflict. The move is likely to affect Canadian producers and cross-border commerce, with further escalation possible.

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    Carney accuses US steelmaker of betraying Canadian workers●Carney accuses US steelmaker of betraying Canadian workers after layoffs tied to Trump tariffsβœ‰newsWorld4 h ago

    Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has accused a US steelmaker of betraying Canadian workers after the company announced layoffs that Canadian officials link to President Donald Trump's tariffs on steel. Carney's comments sharpen tensions between Ottawa and Washington over trade policy and its impact on Canadian jobs, and the story is drawing wide attention in Canada and beyond.

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    Ottawa urged not to abandon electric vehicle policy●Opinion: Ottawa must not abandon electric vehicles to align with Washingtonβœ‰newsLifeAutos5 h ago

    A Globe and Mail opinion piece argues that Canada's federal government should resist pressure to scale back its electric vehicle commitments in order to align with policy shifts in Washington. The piece contends that Canada's EV strategy should be set by Canadian interests rather than American political changes, amid ongoing debate over the future of electric vehicle targets and subsidies in North America.

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    Trump administration bans $1 billion in Canadian imports●Trump administration ban on $1B in Canadian imports goes into effectβœ‰newsWar11 h ago

    A Trump administration ban on roughly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports has officially gone into effect. The measure adds to ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa, with analysts watching closely for Canada's response and potential retaliatory measures.