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5 Things to Know Today — September 28, 2026

  Monday, September 28, 2026  |  MoneySavings.ca Iran rejects Trump's terms for Hormuz, the US alcohol ban on Canadian goods kicks in tomorrow, the loonie posts its 13th straight losing session, Tuesday brings a key GDP print, and Ottawa quietly narrowed the federal deficit. Here's what it all means for your wallet today. 01 OF 05 🛢️ Iran Digs In on Hormuz — Trump Rejected the Deal, and Oil Stays Elevated Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi offered over the weekend to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days — the same terms attached to the June Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding that collapsed in early July. The conditions: the US lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports, waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales, and observes a broader ceasefire. Trump rejected the offer outright on Saturday, calling it a play by a country that is "losing badly," and renaming the strait "Trump Strait" on Truth Social for good measure. As of this morning, Iran ...
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Beijing’s Meddling: Canada’s Democracy Faces Unprecedented Threats

 

Canada’s former ambassador to China, Guy Saint-Jacques, has issued a stark warning: Beijing’s interference in Canada’s democracy is more severe than ever. A recent report from the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) alleges that sitting federal politicians are “witting” participants in foreign interference schemes. Despite these bombshell allegations, the government has yet to reveal their identities, citing intelligence concerns. Saint-Jacques emphasizes the need for a tougher approach, suggesting that evidence-based punishment should be applied where possible. Additionally, the proposed Bill C-70 aims to address foreign interference, but its implementation timeline remains uncertain. As Canada grapples with these challenges, safeguarding democratic processes becomes paramount.


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