Source Feed: CBC News - Ottawa
Publication Date: August 11, 2026 - 04:00
Stay informed
Unpublished Opinions
Military satellite deal with Ottawa-based company 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.
The 68-year-old and 74-year-old men knew each other and New Brunswick RCMP said there was no threat to public safety following the incident.
August 19, 2026 - 11:57 | Sean Previl | Global News - Canada
Less than two hours before 50 per cent tariffs were scheduled to hit a range of Canadian goods, U.S. President Donald Trump announced he is pausing the levies for three days, based on a pending trade deal . And the development comes as Canadians weigh in on what should happen next. A new Leger poll found that nearly half of Canadians surveyed (47 per cent) believe a federal election should be called if a new Canada-U.S. trade agreement is reached, so voters can express their opinion on the deal. This compares to 35 per cent who do not think a federal election should be called in the...
August 19, 2026 - 11:56 | Ellie Hutchings | National Post
August 19, 2026 - 11:50 | Kathryn Mannie | The Globe and Mail




Comments
Be the first to comment