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Publication Date: August 11, 2026 - 04:00
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Military satellite deal could set stage for new battle over cabinet secrecy
August 11, 2026
Conservatives want to see the details of the $2.3-billion military satellite contract with Telesat. At issue is Prime Minister Mark Carney’s friendship with Telesat's CEO and whether he was properly screened from the decision. Ottawa and Telesat insist the deal was rigorously handled at arm's length.
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An evacuation order was issued for several streets in downtown Halifax after police located a vehicle they said contained a propane tank and flammable liquid.
August 11, 2026 - 09:52 | Sean Previl | Global News - Canada
A man has been charged in connection with a bomb threat against the U.S. Consulate in Halifax, after a propane tank and several containers believed to contain flammable materials were found inside his vehicle, which was parked nearby. On Tuesday morning, Halifax Regional Police issued a brief statement noting that Ali Assakereh, 54, would be appearing in Provincial Court today to face charges of uttering threats and public mischief. Police added that the investigation was ongoing. On Sunday night at 6:15 p.m., police were first made aware of a bomb threat that was received by the U.S...
August 11, 2026 - 09:52 | Chris Knight | National Post
August 11, 2026 - 09:51 | | The Globe and Mail
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