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Publication Date: June 4, 2026 - 18:00
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Hour 1 of Ottawa Now for Thurs. June 4th, 2026
June 4, 2026
Ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, the Ontario government is more than doubling the maximum fine that can be handed out for selling tickets above their original value. In a news release issued this morning, the province said that businesses and individuals who violate this legislation could face fines of $25,000 – up from $10,000 previously. The question, of course, is will they listen? Kristy Cameron goes 1-on-1 with Stephen Crawford, Ontario’s Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. Later in the program, we pick the brain of music expert and publicist Eric Alper, who is quite skeptical about Ontario’s approach. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.
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Good morning. Smoke has eased in eastern Canada, but wildfires continue to rage all over the country. More on that below, along with reliving Spain’s World Cup win and reimagining the family home.
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July 20, 2026 - 06:21 | David Augustine | The Globe and Mail
Is it still possible to be optimistic about negotiations for the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement after Washington passed on the July 1 deadline to renew ? Falak Kothari is. And as managing director focused on the manufacturing and auto industries for risk consultant Marsh Risk Canada, he has an intimate view of what industry is seeing on big trade files. He spoke to National Post’s Tracy Moran about why he’s still bullish on the Canada-U.S. trade relationship. The interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Could you explain why you remain optimistic about CUSMA? Falak Kothari:...
July 20, 2026 - 06:00 | Tracy Moran | National Post
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