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Canada Votes 2025

Poilievre pledges to use the notwithstanding clause, Carney talks defence procurement

Poilievre pledges to use the notwithstanding clause, Carney talks defence procurement

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising that a government led by him would use the notwithstanding clause to override Charter rights to implement his tough-on-crime agenda — something no prime minister has ever done.
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What's happening in the North Island-Powell River riding?

What's happening in the North Island-Powell River riding?

Campaigns are in full swing, with the next federal election set for April 28
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North Island-Powell River Independent wants to shake things up

North Island-Powell River Independent wants to shake things up

Glen Staples believes party politics is part of the problem
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North Island-Powell River candidate wants ‘common-sense change’

North Island-Powell River candidate wants ‘common-sense change’

Aaron Gunn seeks move from filmmaking into political position as MP in Ottawa
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Trump tariffs, economy focus of Liberal, Conservative campaigns

Trump tariffs, economy focus of Liberal, Conservative campaigns

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump and his punishing tariffs got top billing in the federal election again Friday, as the third week of campaigning drew toward a close.
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Elections Canada releases preliminary spending cap for parties

Elections Canada releases preliminary spending cap for parties

North Island-Powell River riding has the highest expenses limit based on confirmed candidates in BC
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Concurrent campaigns keep qathet voters busy

Concurrent campaigns keep qathet voters busy

New qSD trustee and North Island-Powell River MP to be chosen this month
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Opinion: Canada's aging population — the unspoken ballot box issue

Opinion: Canada's aging population — the unspoken ballot box issue

Canada's overall population is older than ever. As more baby boomers retire in the coming years, policymakers will need to consider how they can meet the needs of an older population.
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Green candidate kicks off campaign in qathet region

Green candidate kicks off campaign in qathet region

Party believes every issue must be looked at through a climate and environment lens
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In Alberta, Carney follows Poilievre in pledging to speed up resource projects

In Alberta, Carney follows Poilievre in pledging to speed up resource projects

OTTAWA — Liberal Leader Mark Carney took his promise of making Canada an "energy superpower" to the heart of Canada's oil industry Wednesday, becoming the second party leader in three days to promise to speed up the review process to greenlight major
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