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Carney Urges Calm as Trump Escalates Tariff Dispute with Canada

                                                      Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney sought to reassure Canadians after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% hike on tariffs targeting Canadian imports. The move, triggered by a controversial Ontario government advertisement aired during the World Series, has reignited trade tensions between Ottawa and Washington. Carney, speaking while on a trip to Asia, emphasized that Canada “will not be bullied” and highlighted his government’s strategy to diversify trade partnerships, particularly with Asian markets.He underscored that Ottawa remains open to dialogue with Washington but will continue to protect Canadian workers and industries. The tariff escalation comes at a sensitive moment, as both countries had been negotiating to ease earlie...
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Ontario Liberals and Labour Groups Slam Ford Over Snap Election Call and Alleged Misuse of Public Funds

 

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's recent announcement of a snap election has sparked a wave of criticism from the Ontario Liberal Party and various labour groups. The election, set to take place on February 27, has been labeled as opportunistic and a misuse of public funds by Ford's opponents.

Ford's justification for the early election is the need for a strong mandate to combat potential tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump. However, opposition parties argue that this is merely a pretext to capitalize on favorable polling and secure an even larger majority.

The Ontario Liberal Party has raised concerns about Ford's use of taxpayer money for activities that could be seen as politically motivated. They argue that Ford's travel to the U.S. and his role as Chair of the Council of the Federation could be construed as partisan actions, especially given the timing of the election.

Labour groups have also voiced their discontent, accusing Ford of prioritizing political gain over the needs of Ontarians. They argue that the snap election will disrupt ongoing projects and initiatives, causing unnecessary chaos and expense.

As the election date approaches, all political parties are scrambling to finalize their candidates and platforms. The Ontario Liberals, NDP, and Progressive Conservatives are all in a race against time to prepare for the unexpected election.

The coming weeks will undoubtedly be a whirlwind of political activity, with each party vying for the support of Ontario's voters. Whether Ford's gamble will pay off remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the snap election has already stirred up significant controversy and debate.

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