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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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Trump Praises UK Loyalty, Questions EU Commitment in Defense and Trade

In a recent interview with the BBC, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confidence in Britain's willingness to defend the United States in the event of a conflict, while casting doubt on the commitment of European Union nations. He cited this perceived disparity as a key reason for his reluctance to sign a trade deal with the EU, contrasting it with his more favorable stance toward the UK.

“I believe that the UK would fight with us,” Trump stated. “I think that they would be with us. I’m not sure that a lot of the other countries would be”. He also reiterated concerns about NATO’s reliability, despite recent pledges from member states to increase defense spending.

Trump’s remarks come amid escalating trade tensions, with the U.S. imposing sweeping tariffs on several countries. While the EU faces a potential 30% tariff on goods, Britain may receive exemptions due to what Trump described as a “special relationship” and ongoing negotiations with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The comments have sparked debate over transatlantic alliances and the future of U.S. trade policy, highlighting the shifting dynamics between Washington, London, and Brussels.

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