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Ottawa’s Global Call for Research Excellence

Industry Minister Mélanie Joly at a press conference in Montreal about a federal push to attract top global researchers in Canada on Dec. 9, 2025. The federal government is stepping up efforts to strengthen Canada’s position as a global leader in innovation by attracting top-tier research talent. Ottawa has announced new initiatives designed to bring world-class scientists, scholars, and innovators to Canadian institutions, with a particular focus on Canadians currently working abroad. The strategy emphasizes creating competitive opportunities in universities and research centers, offering funding packages, and fostering collaborations with international partners. By encouraging Canadian researchers overseas to return home, Ottawa hopes to reverse the “brain drain” and ensure that Canada benefits from their expertise. Officials highlight that this move is not only about filling positions but also about building a vibrant ecosystem of discovery and innovation. The goal is to accelera...
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Farmers’ Fury: Greek Blockades Intensify Over Delayed Aid

 

Greek farmers protesting over the delayed payment of European Union subsidies gather near the Heraklion International Airport, in Heraklion.


Greek farmers have escalated their protests across the country, staging nationwide blockades to demand faster access to promised government funding. Major highways and key transport routes have been obstructed, disrupting travel and supply chains as farmers voice frustration over what they describe as unacceptable delays in financial support.

The demonstrations, organized by agricultural unions, highlight growing tensions between rural communities and the government. Farmers argue that rising production costs, combined with delayed subsidies, threaten their livelihoods and the stability of Greece’s agricultural sector.

Authorities have urged dialogue, but farmers remain firm in their stance, insisting that only immediate action will ease their financial strain. With blockades spreading and pressure mounting, the standoff underscores the deep challenges facing Greece’s farming industry and the broader economy.


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