NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh recently made headlines by ending his party’s supply and confidence deal with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government, sparking speculation about the possibility of an early election. However, Singh’s intentions regarding forcing a snap election remain unclear at this time. Political analyst David Akin delves into the reasons why the NDP may not be eager to pursue such a move at this moment and examines the potential implications of their sudden exit on future Liberal policies.
On the international front, with just two months left until the 2024 U.S. presidential election, contenders Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are intensifying their campaigns ahead of their first public debate. Correspondent Jackson Proskow provides insights into the current state of the race to the White House, including Russian President Vladimir Putin’s involvement in expressing his preferences for the outcome.
Closer to home, federal public servants in Ottawa are pushing back against a mandate requiring them to return to the office for at least three days a week. Mackenzie Gray sheds light on the reasons behind the protests, as public sector unions contest the necessity of the policy while the government stands firm on its stance.
In a community near Calgary, residents are on high alert following a recent grizzly bear attack that resulted in serious injuries to the victim. Jayme Doll reports that officials have identified the bear as the same one responsible for a fatal attack three years ago, highlighting the ongoing challenges of coexisting with wildlife.
In Ontario, Premier Doug Ford’s government has implemented a new policy allowing convenience stores to sell alcohol earlier than planned, aiming to loosen The Beer Store’s monopoly on the industry. The expedited move has already been met with enthusiasm from consumers eager to take advantage of the expanded options.
Meanwhile, the Assembly of First Nations is calling for urgent reform of Canada’s Indigenous procurement program following a Global News investigation revealing potential exploitation by non-Indigenous companies. Melissa Ridgen discusses AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak’s call for leadership in addressing the program’s vulnerabilities.
Lastly, the mysterious death of Hvaldimir, a beluga whale rumored to have been used as a spy for Russia, has raised concerns among animal rights groups. Heidi Petracek reports on the discovery of the whale’s body off the coast of Norway with alleged gunshot wounds, prompting calls for a criminal investigation into the tragic incident.
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