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The Bank of Canada has decided to keep its overnight rate at 2.25%, attributing this decision to a mix of domestic economic weaknesses and global uncertainties. GDP has contracted, while inflation is expected to hover near 3%.
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The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge has been postponed as negotiations between Canada and the U.S. continue, with implications for trade and traffic.
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Country musician Corb Lund has successfully delivered an anti-coal mining petition in Alberta, aiming to halt two specific coal projects. The petition's fate now rests with Elections Alberta, which has 21 days to verify the signatures.
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The construction of a monumental arch proposed by President Trump near the Lincoln Memorial is set to begin with an aggressive schedule that could see work taking place year-round. The project faces scrutiny and legal challenges regarding its impact on the historic skyline.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney convened a virtual meeting with provincial premiers to discuss trade negotiations with the U.S. and Mexico concerning the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) as the July 1 deadline approaches.
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The Ksi Lisims liquefied natural gas project has gained momentum as Western LNG announces benefit agreements with three First Nations, paving the way for the $10-billion project after legal challenges were withdrawn.
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Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew emphasizes the need to streamline mining regulations to enhance the province's economic prospects, while facing opposition concerns regarding environmental standards and a recent investment rejection.
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Authorities have charged seven individuals and two companies in connection with the tragic fire that claimed 168 lives in Hong Kong, marking a significant legal development in the aftermath of the disaster.
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A rezoning application has been submitted for a high-rise mixed-use tower in Vancouver focused on social housing. The development aims to provide 364 social housing units along with community and health services.
