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Can Canadian oil producers afford the deal Mark Carney made with Alberta?
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Can Canadian oil producers afford the deal Mark Carney made with Alberta?
Alberta's deal with Ottawa on climate policies and pipelines sets up two massive bills for Canada's energy industry to build the Pathways carbon capture project and a pipeline to the
https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal/can-canadian-oil-producers-afford-the-deal-mark-carney-made-with-alberta/article_2046104d-b0a3-48d4-84d6-0aa705e3e764.html
24 days ago
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Stephen Thomas
about 1 month ago
Great article by
@davidthurton.bsky.social
on the Clean Electricity Regulations carve-out for Alberta. All signs point to an equivalency agreement on April fool's day. Devil in the details, because signs also point to that agreement taking us all for fools.
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What does suspending Albertaâs clean electricity regulations mean for Canadaâs climate goals? | CBC News
The federal government suspended the regulations meant to rein in Canadaâs worst polluter, but it hasnât explained how it is going to ensure the countryâs climate goals will be met. Carbon pricing, th...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/clean-electricity-regulations-alberta-9.6999432
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Lots of surprise that the Carney government is tweaking Canada's greenwashing rules. Here's what those changes could mean for business and advocates against misleading environmental claims.
#climate
#energy
#cdnpoli
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Businesses welcome changes to Canada's greenwashing laws, but environmentalists aren't happy | CBC News
Laws about greenwashing â making a false or misleading statement about the environmental benefits of a product â will remain on the books, but the Liberal government has said it will be making changes...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/greenwashing-law-canada-industry-business-environment-9.6988612
about 1 month ago
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Federal government agrees to possible B.C. tanker ban exemptions: sources tell CBC. Here's our story that aired on the National.
#cdnpoli
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about 1 month ago
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Itâs the second day of a state visit from Swedenâs monarch. King Carl Gustaf arrived this AM at the Canada Science and Technology Museum
#ottawa
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about 1 month ago
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about 2 months ago
Exxon CEO has shown up to his third consecutive COP meeting, even as his peers have stopped coming. It raises the question of what he wants to accomplish by engaging the climate world. I sat down with him for a podcast interview. Here's what I learned: đđ
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Is This Exxonâs New Climate Delay Tactic?
The oil giant is pushing for a new carbon accounting method, which worries climate advocates but shows Exxon is sticking with its emission-reduction goals despite Trumpâs attacks on low-carbon energy
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Canadaâs new environment minister and Environment and Climate Change officials confirmed that the federal government is standing by the national climate targets previously set under Justin Trudeau.
#climate
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Current government 'stands by' Canada's climate targets, environment minister says | CBC News
Canadaâs new environment minister and Environment and Climate Change officials confirmed that the federal government is standing by the national climate targets that were set under the previous Prime ...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canada-climate-targets-environment-minister-julie-dabrusin-9.6973620
about 2 months ago
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Remember that 'grand bargain' Danielle Smith mentioned? Both the Alberta and federal governments are in talks to end their civil war
#cdnpoli
#abpoli
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Ottawa and Alberta in formal talks to reset relationship after years of acrimony | CBC News
The Alberta and federal governments are in negotiations to sign a major accord that could reset a relationship that had turned toxic for a decade.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ottawa-alberta-mou-reset-relationship-oil-and-gas-cap-9.6969996
about 2 months ago
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UPDATE: Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault will also join Minister Dabrusin next week for
#COP30
in Brazil.
#climate
#cdnpoil
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about 2 months ago
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After months of speculation, the federal government is signaling its intention to eliminate the oil and gas emissions cap. But...
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Goodbye oil and gas cap? Ottawa signals itâs gone, with some caveats | CBC News
After months of speculation, the federal government is signalling its intention to eliminate the oil and gas emissions cap. But it comes with some strings attached.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/oil-and-gas-cap-budget-9.6966588
about 2 months ago
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NEW: Environment and Climate Change Minister Julie Dabrusin is going to the UN COP climate change summit in Brazil. The minister's office tells me she will be there during Nov 10-14th.
about 2 months ago
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A senior federal government source tells me âincentivizing more investment in clean tech innovation and providing certainty to industry â are "relevant" to the climate competitiveness strategy.
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Energy minister hints at support for carbon capture in climate strategy, no mention of emissions cap | CBC News
Ahead of the release of Prime Minister Mark Carneyâs climate competitiveness strategy, his energy minister offered some hints of what will be included when it's introduced in Tuesdayâs budget.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/hodgson-climate-competitiveness-strategy-9.6959105
2 months ago
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NDP leadership candidate Avi Lewis says Canada cannot keep increasing fossil fuel production, likening the practice to an "addiction."
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NDP leadership candidate says 'we can't keep increasing fossil fuel production' | CBC News
NDP leadership candidate Avi Lewis says Canada cannot keep increasing fossil fuel production, likening the practice to an "addiction."
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-avi-lewis-fossil-fuels-9.6958669
2 months ago
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Packed room for the NDP leadership forum hosted by the Canadian Labour Congress.
2 months ago
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Here we go! Tonight NDP leadership candidates hold their first official forum. Unfortunately itâs not a debate⊠anyways⊠Hereâs a primer on whoâs in the race.
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Who's in the NDP race â and why do they want to lead the party? | CBC News
On Wednesday, the NDP race takes another step as the party hosts its first official leadership candidate forum, with five candidates.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-leadership-race-candidates-9.6945273
2 months ago
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đŁ CABJ Job Spark also has an event for mid to senior career journalists. đđŸ Here's our lineup, CBCers Ruth Zowdu & Brodie Fenlon & the Narwhal's Denise Balkissoon đđŸđđŸđđŸ
3 months ago
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â° Stay tuned for details about the event for mid-senior journos...
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3 months ago
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đŁ Two weeks away from this FREE event for early career journalists âš But honestly... it's a great event for any journo who is looking to freshen up their resume & cover letter đ Oct 30 | Free | Online via Zoom | 4:00 PM PT | 5:00 PM MT | 7:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM AT đ REGISTER NOW! -
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3 months ago
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'I'm not gonna bullshit you': B.C. labour leader, Rob Ashton, enters the NDP leadership race.
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B.C. union leader becomes latest candidate in federal NDP leadership race | CBC News
B.C. union leader Rob Ashton entered the NDP leadership race on Wednesday, promoting himself as a contender who understands the concerns of workers.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-leadership-rob-ashton-1.7647767
3 months ago
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Heather McPherson jumps into the NDP leadership race. She assumes unofficial front runner status, as she is the only candidate who currently holds a seat in the House of Commons.
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Edmonton MP Heather McPherson enters NDP leadership race | CBC News
Heather McPherson entered the NDP leadership race Sunday afternoon, telling supporters that she intends to unite her party and lead a campaign that leads New Democrats out of their worst election perf...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/edmonton-mp-heather-mcpherson-enters-ndp-leadership-race-1.7645303
3 months ago
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Canadians are changing their shopping habits. The country's largest purchaser wants to do the same. I have some new details on Carney's "Buy Canadian" policy.
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Carney's 'Buy Canadian' policy expected to be fully in place next year: source | CBC News
A senior federal source with knowledge of the government's plans said initial elements of the proposal should be in place by as early as November, with the entire policy expected to take effect by the...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/buy-canadian-policy-tariffs-2026-1.7636363
3 months ago
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IISD Energy
5 months ago
To meet Canada's energy needs, "we're really going to have to produce a lot more electricity. That needs to come primarily from wind & solar." IISD's Nichole Dusyk discusses electrification & a clean energy grid with
@davidthurton.bsky.social
on CBCâs The House. đ»Listen:
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© CBC/Radio-Canada 2025. All rights reserved.
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Is the electric vehicle mandate another tax? I sorted through some of the claims and misinformation that seem to be emerging on this
#climate
policy.
#cdnpoli
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A $20K tax? Here's what we know about Ottawa's zero-emission vehicle mandate | CBC News
With the future of the federal EV mandate up in the air, some fear that the policy might meet a similar fate as the federal carbon tax.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canada-ev-mandate-explained-1.7631327
4 months ago
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Swapping weather bombs for real bombs: The debate over climate change as national security heats up
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ANALYSIS | Swapping weather bombs for real bombs: The debate over climate change as national security heats up | CBC News
While much of Western Canada, northern Ontario and Newfoundland burn this summer, there's a growing debate about whether climate change should be considered a national security issue and questions abo...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/climate-change-military-analysis-1.7592647
5 months ago
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Out of the first ministers' meeting in Saskatoon, expectations were high that Prime Minister Mark Carney would release a list of nation-building projects that his government would prioritize. He didnât, but he offered some examples.
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Here's a look at some major projects Canada's leaders hope to fast-track | CBC News
Out of the first ministers' meeting in Saskatoon, expectations were high that Prime Minister Mark Carney would release a list of nation-building projects that his government would prioritize. He didnâ...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/major-projects-carney-fast-track-1.7552126
7 months ago
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The Liberal government will introduce legislation to assist in identifying projects in the national interest and provide "up-front regulatory approvals" to major projects, according to a federal document obtained by CBC News.
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Ottawa planning 'up-front' approval for projects deemed in the national interest | CBC News
The Liberal government will introduce legislation to assist in identifying projects in the national interest and provide "up-front regulatory approvals" to major projects, according to a federal docum...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/national-interest-projects-approvals-legislation-1.7547435
7 months ago
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April's final carbon tax rebate will cost the government $3.5 billion, according to the Main Estimates.
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2025â26 Estimates - Canada.ca
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7 months ago
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Rory White
7 months ago
My new investigation for
@nationalobserver.com
. The future of climate misinformation is here: persuasive letters generated by Al at "close to zero" costâand targeting your city council.
www.nationalobserver.com/2025/05/28/i...
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A weaponized AI chatbot is flooding city councils with climate misinformation
Internal instructions accessed by Canadaâs National Observer show that the chatbot produces tailored scripts, petitions, reports and even speeches for council chambers. The messaging is all framed to ...
https://www.nationalobserver.com/2025/05/28/investigations/weaponized-ai-chatbot-city-councils-climate-misinformation
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A weaponized AI chatbot is flooding city councils with climate misinformation via @nationalobserver.com
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A weaponized AI chatbot is flooding city councils with climate misinformation
Internal instructions accessed by Canadaâs National Observer show that the chatbot produces tailored scripts, petitions, reports and even speeches for council chambers. The messaging is all framed to ...
https://www.nationalobserver.com/2025/05/28/investigations/weaponized-ai-chatbot-city-councils-climate-misinformation
7 months ago
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Canada's new Energy Minister Tim Hodgson made his public debut in Calgary
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'Energy is Canada's power': New federal energy minister touts past Alberta oilpatch ties | CBC News
The new federal energy minister delivered a boisterous speech in support of the country's energy sector on Friday morning, while highlighting his past involvement in the sector and the urgent need to ...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/bakx-hodgson-calgary-chamber-oilpatch-1.7541268
7 months ago
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Alex Ballingall
7 months ago
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Mark Carneyâs chief of staff considering running to be Torontoâs mayor, insiders say
Four sources close to Mendicino confirmed Friday that he is eyeing a mayoral bid to replace incumbent Olivia Chow in next year's municipal election.
https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal/mark-carneys-chief-of-staff-considering-running-to-be-torontos-mayor-insiders-say/article_8f98a6ca-708f-4529-b344-782f144db436.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link&utm_campaign=user-share
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Uber drivers wait. And wait at LAX
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At LAX Airport, Uber Drivers Wait. And Wait. And Wait.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/14/technology/lax-uber-driver-wages.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share
8 months ago
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Benjamin Lopez Steven
8 months ago
BREAKING: Prime Minister Mark Carney announces Liberals will table a budget in October. The news comes after Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said the party would not table a budget in the spring.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney says Liberals will table a budget this fall | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Sunday morning in Rome that his Liberal government will table a budget this fall â a decision he argued is the right one because thereâs ânot much valueâ in rushing out...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/federal-budget-mark-carney-1.7538248
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Speaking with
@davidwcochrane.bsky.social
about the three NDP MPs disputing the New Democratic Party federal council's appointment of Don Davies as interim leader. Plus, a panel of party insiders weighs in.
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Who's disputing Don Davies's appointment as NDP interim leader? | Power & Politics
As first reported in The Globe and Mail, CBC News senior reporter David Thurton confirms that three NDP MPs are disputing the New Democratic Party federal council's appointment of Don Davies as interi...
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6764249
8 months ago
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8 months ago
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NDP caucus members dispute appointment of interim leader Don Davies
Three MPs of the federal NDP caucus outlined their concerns in a sharply critical letter to the partyâs executive and council
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-ndp-caucus-members-letter-interim-leader-don-davies/
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Three NDP MPsâ Leah Gazan, Lori Idlout & Jenny Kwanâ sent the letter blasting the process.
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Trio of New Democrat MPs blast party's selection process for interim leader | CBC News
Three NDP MPs have called out the partyâs executive and national council, claiming caucus wasnât properly consulted in the recent selection of its interim leader.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-mps-concerns-interim-leader-selection-process-1.7537699
8 months ago
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Jaela Bernstien
8 months ago
New from me âĄïž Canadians could be living next to a site contaminated with toxic PFAS without knowing it. That's why we built this map. Find out if there's a PFAS hotspot near you.
#PFAS
#ForeverChemicals
#DataJournalism
#CBCNews
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Mapping Canadaâs PFAS hotspots | CBC News
Invisible, toxic and slow to break down â forever chemicals are contaminating our water and food. Hereâs what we know about forever chemical hotspots in Canada.
https://newsinteractives.cbc.ca/features/2025/pfas-canada-map/
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Akshat Rathi
8 months ago
This Denmark-Germany undersea tunnel is quite the engineering feat.
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How the worldâs largest underwater tunnel is being built | BBC News
YouTube video by BBC News
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BREAKING: Don Davies is the new NDP interim leader replacing Jagmeet Singh
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NDP appoints Don Davies as interim leader Monday evening: sources | CBC News
Veteran NDP MP Don Davies has been selected as the new interim leader to lead the New Democratic Party of Canada, according to party sources.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-new-leader-1.7526573
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My latest... New Democrats are expected to select an interim leader on Monday evening when the party's federal council is scheduled to meet, according to party sources.
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NDP expected to choose interim leader Monday evening: sources | CBC News
The NDP's federal council is meeting after the party achieved its worst showing in its history on election night.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-new-leader-1.7526573
8 months ago
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The last Canada Carbon Rebate arrives on Tuesday after Liberal Leader Mark Carney killed the federal consumer price on carbon
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Last carbon tax rebate arrives Tuesday, but Finance Canada won't say how much it costs | CBC News
The quarterly federal rebate was covered by carbon tax revenues, but the carbon tax on fuel ended April 1. In other words, Tuesday's payment could be considered a bonus or government transfer â since ...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/carbon-tax-rebate-cost-1.7510013
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The New Democratic Party is promising to raise about $94.5 billion by taxing the extremely wealthy
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NDP wealth tax would raise $94.5B, pay for worker tax cut and health-care improvements | CBC News
The party released its platform Saturday, pledging to tax the extremely wealthy â a plan it says would help finance tens of billions in new spending, deliver a tax cut for workers and bolster and expa...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/ndp-wealth-tax-would-raise-94-5b-pay-for-worker-tax-cut-and-health-care-improvements-1.7514340
9 months ago
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NDP unveils its full 2025 election platform today.
#cdnpoli
About 100 folks are here.
9 months ago
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Singh casting his advance ballot in his riding of Burnaby Central
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9 months ago
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Back with the NDP
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We are in British Columbia for the next couple of days.
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9 months ago
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NDP leader drops âI'm running for prime ministerâ line
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NDP leader drops âI'm running for prime ministerâ line
As Jagmeet Singh starts his third week of campaigning, the NDP leader is dropping his assertive messaging that he is running to be prime minister.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6716098
9 months ago
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Good morning from Halifax where the NDP is talking about its policy for renters
#cdnpoli
9 months ago
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As Jagmeet Singh heads into his third week of campaigning, the NDP leader is dropping his assertive messaging that he is running to be prime minister.Â
#cdnpoli
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NDP's Singh drops 'I'm running for prime minister' messaging two weeks into the campaign | CBC News
As Jagmeet Singh heads into his third week of campaigning, the NDP leader is dropping his assertive messaging that he is running to be prime minister.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canada-election-singh-ndp-campaign-week-3-pm-messaging-1.7502671
9 months ago
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Good morning :) The NDP is talking about health care.
#cdnpoli
NDP is promising to get everyone a family doctor/ primary care physician by 2030
9 months ago
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Still in Montreal this AM where the NDP is talking about their plan for ending tax havens
#cdnpoli
9 months ago
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