On Tuesday, Ford told British Columbia and Quebec Premiers David Eby and François Legault that their provinces’ EV sales mandates are creating “a fragmented, uncompetitive market that risks pushing investment, jobs and production out of Canada and into the US.”

The popular program has helped municipalities buy expensive upgrades that pay dividends over time, like new boilers, better roofs, solar systems and more. Funding runs out in April.

"We often talk about the 'two solitudes' that exist in this country between Québec and the rest of English Canada and few subjects represent the two solitudes better than Don Cherry," writes @supriya.bsky.social

Doug Ford told British Columbia and Quebec Premiers David Eby and François Legault that their provinces’ EV sales mandates are creating “a fragmented, uncompetitive market that risks pushing investment, jobs and production out of Canada and into the US.” For @nationalobserver.com

On Tuesday, Ford told British Columbia and Quebec Premiers David Eby and François Legault that their provinces’ EV sales mandates are creating “a fragmented, uncompetitive market that risks pushing investment, jobs and production out of Canada and into the US.”

Poilievre is pretending that the United States is still the same country he was dealing with as a government minister in 2015, when it did things like honour trade agreements and negotiate respectfully with its allies, @maxfawcett.bsky.social writes.

Ontario says its plan to allow single-occupancy cars in all carpool lanes outside of rush hour will lead to less traffic. But research has shown that more roads don't lead to less congestion in the long run. For @nationalobserver.com

The white supremacist group wasted no time in promoting the clip. They also included it in other videos, such as one where a Diagolon leader makes shooting noises and points his hand like a gun while saying "I just saw you were brown and couldn't help myself."

We must stay out of Iran. The last thing Canada needs now is its troops engaged in a war halfway around the world that might not even depose the religious despots currently ruling Iran. www.nationalobserver.com/2026/03/18/o...

When a wildfire consumed the small village of Lytton, BC, in 2021, the province was not ready to guide the “complex and unprecedented recovery,” according to a provincial audit. The result was years of financial trouble and the potential loss of archaeological remains, the audit found.

"As a person of faith, I believe creation is sacred and that we are called to work for peace, security and justice — not only for ourselves, but for those who will inherit what we leave behind," @michaelpolanyi.bsky.social writes.

After @rachelgilmore.bsky.social reported being stalked by white supremacists she had reported on, a new @isdglobal.bsky.social report shows a pattern of Canada's white supremacists and neo-Nazis moving their recruitment and collaboration offline.

Ford says holding back his phone records is about protecting the privacy of his constituents, who he has encouraged to call him. Journalist/FOI expert @deanbeeby.bsky.social calls it a "straw man argument," noting that the act protects against releasing personal info. For @nationalobserver.com

While both the NDP and CPC are attempting to paint the Liberals inching their way to a majority as illegitimate, the truth is a Liberal majority wouldn’t be the worst thing to happen to the opposition, @supriya.bsky.social writes.

Canada is contributing 23.6 million barrels to the IEA-brokered release, designed to offset the market’s loss of the roughly 20 million barrels of oil that normally transits daily through the strait, where tankers and container vessels have come under missile fire and drone attacks.

Governments across the country, of all stripes, are coming for your right to know what they're doing.

The Ontario government wants to rewrite the law that compelled it to disclose documents revealing the Greenbelt land scandal, the Skills Development Fund controversy and others. For @nationalobserver.com 🧵

The Ontario government wants to rewrite the law that compelled it to disclose documents revealing the Greenbelt land scandal, the Skills Development Fund controversy and others.

Canada produced nearly 200 tonnes of gold in 2024 and gold stocks have once again become a market safe haven in a world that suddenly feels less stable.

On Thursday, Canada’s National Observer visited several gas stations across the GTA, where drivers were frustrated with rising prices but unsure if they have any alternatives.

Every political party except the Greens chose on Thursday to grant themselves an indefinite exemption from laws protecting the privacy of Canadians, rejecting Senate concerns about Bill C-4.

"Renewables are not vulnerable to these oil spike market disruptions. They’re good business. Cheaper than fossils, quicker to build, more reliable," says IEEFA's Mark Kalegha

Carney is expected to forward four projects — Mackenzie Valley Highway, which will connect Yellowknife and Inuvik, the Grays Bay Road, the Arctic Economic and Security Corridor and the Taltson Hydro Expansion Project — to the major projects office.

Ford’s airport plan also reflects his growing obsession with Toronto’s waterfront and a broader pattern of stepping into the city’s territory and taking control of key assets and revenue streams. for @nationalobserver.com www.nationalobserver.com/2026/03/12/n...

“Oil markets are global, so the response to major disruptions needs to be global too,” says IEA executive director Fatih Birol

Critics say the overhaul is the latest step in the Ford government’s long-running effort to curb the influence of conservation authorities — agencies that have pushed back against the government’s moves to fast-track development.

CivicSearchlight is now available for free for everyone, built by the amazing @rorywh.bsky.social for @nationalobserver.com. It allows you to search municipal meetings across the country with keywords, and is really helpful for understanding how a topic has moved through time and jurisdictions. ❗☺️❗

Civic Searchlight is being used by hundreds of journalists, researchers and staff at big and small institutions alike. They’ve been given early access while we work out the bugs and start our first round of major additions, which are coming soon. And now it's free — for everyone.

It's amazing anyone runs for office. The biggest sacrifice aspiring politicians make in this social media age is the incessant nasty trolling from people with differing political views, @adriennetanner.bsky.social writes.

The companies whose PACs donated to election deniers include natural gas giants Fortis and Enbridge; the Canadian National Railway Corporation (CN), the Bank of Montreal (BMO), forestry and paper giant Domtar and Brookfield, the Canadian investment firm.

As of today, you can sign up to access the 59,000+ hours of municipal transcripts from across Canada. For free.

Soaring prices from energy crises will benefit oil producers such as Alberta and the fossil fuel industry, but price-wary buyers now have more affordable, renewable options.

Doug Ford said he has spoken to Olivia Chow about the idea, and “she is endorsing it.” While Chow's staff said, “any major development proposal would be reviewed to ensure it is in the best interest of Toronto and communities along the waterfront.” For @nationalobserver.com

In Nunavik, building a home has usually meant flying in materials and specialized workers and racing against a short construction window. Tinybox's pilot project was assembled by two locals who had never seen the system before in 10 days for $90,000.

Snow conditions are changing — and, pressure to make the most of limited ski days can push backcountry users to make questionable decisions.

The facility is a 4.2-million-square-foot factory in WIndson, Ont., built by South Korea’s LG Energy Solution, and represents roughly a $5-billion investment, the company said on Thursday.

In the face of a double-digit Liberal lead, Pierre Poilievre is rolling out a new political approach that includes respect for his opponents and time for the mainstream media. How long will it last? Grab that head of lettuce and start the clock. #cdnpoli www.nationalobserver.com/2026/03/05/o...

Canadians are tossing out electronics faster than ever — many before they break — a trend researchers say will double the country’s e-waste by the end of the decade. for @nationalobserver.com www.nationalobserver.com/2026/03/05/n...

Politicians like Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim and Coun. Lenny Zhou who spread lies about a colleague for political gain undermine trust in our political system. They don't deserve our respect or votes, @adriennetanner.bsky.social writes.

The City of Toronto says the traffic-calming measures needed to replace speed cameras removed by Ford will cost $52 million and take 13 years to install. The passing of Bill 60 (which limits new bike lanes) combined with speed camera removal, is concerning cyclists. For @nationalobserver.com #OnPoli

COPE Coun. Sean Orr said the debacle highlights how a "toxic" social media environment is impacting politics in Vancouver and beyond.

Toronto says replacing speed cameras banned by the province will cost $52M and take 13 years. Meanwhile, provincial rules limit bike lanes that remove vehicle lanes: another tool municipalities have used to improve road safety. @cloelogan.bsky.social reports.

Toronto’s full traffic management plan will be released later this month, but a city report posted on Tuesday shows how the city plans to manage an uptick in traffic and how it will attempt to discourage people from driving to the games. @cloelogan.bsky.social reports.

NEW from me: my latest column on the need for a new generation of public enterprises - a key missing piece in both our economic resistance to Trump and our climate mobilization 🧵👇 sethdklein.substack.com/p/the-missin...

Really glad to have this investigation out. It wasn't easy getting this information, @rorywh.bsky.social and I chipped away at this piece for months. Give it a read and let us know what else you want to know about data centres in Ontario. 🧵

“Conspiracy theories about globalist cabals, climate hoaxes and election fraud may seem ubiquitous on social media. But a report has found that they come from a tiny minority of users… just 100 users were responsible for almost 70% of online conspiracy posts…” Via @nationalobserver.com #UrbanTruth

The government wouldn't give us a list of data centres seeking power in Ontario. So, we built one ourselves. What @rorywh.bsky.social and I found: at least 15 projects drawing a combined 2,202 MW: more electricity than 2 million homes. #OnPoli for @nationalobserver.com 🧵

According to Poilievre’s plan, a stockpile would strengthen Canada’s resilience and negotiating position while remaining sovereign assets. An expert claims the real vulnerability is not a lack of minerals but a lack of domestic processing.

NEW from me: column on the need for a new generation of public enterprises - a key missing piece in both our economic resistance to Trump and our climate mobilization 👇 www.nationalobserver.com/2026/02/27/o...

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre used a wide-ranging speech in Toronto on Thursday to argue that slow permits, high taxes, changing rules and development “bans” weakened Canada’s trade position.