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The Canada Strong Fund — Invest Like the Government

  Published on MoneySavings.ca | Personal Finance | May 2026 Imagine being able to put your savings into the same fund the federal government is betting $25 billion on. For the first time in Canadian history, that's exactly what Ottawa is offering you — a front-row seat (and a direct stake) in the country's biggest nation-building push in generations. On April 28, 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's first national sovereign wealth fund — the Canada Strong Fund. It's a bold, headline-grabbing idea: let everyday Canadians invest directly alongside the government in the ports, pipelines, mines, and infrastructure projects shaping our economic future. But before you start redirecting your TFSA contributions, let's break down exactly what this fund is, what it promises, what it costs — and whether it might belong in your financial plan. What Is the Canada Strong Fund? A sovereign wealth fund is a state-owned investment vehicle. Countries like Norw...

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Turmoil in Bangladesh: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Resigns and Flees Amidst Protests

 


In a dramatic turn of events, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and left the country for a “safer place” following weeks of intense anti-government protests. The 76-year-old leader’s departure comes after thousands of demonstrators stormed her official residence, demanding her resignation.

The unrest, which began as a movement against civil service job quotas, quickly escalated into widespread calls for Hasina to step down. The situation reached a boiling point when at least 90 people were killed and hundreds injured in violent clashes between protesters and security forces.

As the protests intensified, the government imposed a nationwide curfew and shut down internet services in an attempt to quell the unrest. However, these measures did little to deter the demonstrators, who continued to march through the streets of Dhaka, chanting slogans and demanding change.

In a televised address, Bangladesh’s military chief, Waker-Uz-Zaman, confirmed Hasina’s resignation and announced that an interim government would take over the administration of the country. The army has been deployed across the capital to maintain order and prevent further violence.

The resignation of Sheikh Hasina marks the end of her 15-year rule, during which she faced numerous challenges and controversies. As Bangladesh navigates this period of political uncertainty, the international community watches closely, hoping for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.

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