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Publication Date: August 11, 2026 - 04:00
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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.
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The deficit is due to the province's lower than usual economic growth forecast.
August 17, 2026 - 15:56 | | CBC News - Ottawa
Believe it or not, this week marks National Potato Day, National Bacon Lovers Day and, on Aug. 23, National Cheap Flight Day. Supposedly, it’s one of the best days of the year for airfare deals. But given that it comes alongside a national day for a root vegetable and for lovers of smoked pork, you’d be forgiven for having your doubts. Here’s everything you need to know about Cheap Flight Day, as well as how to check if you’re actually getting a good deal. What is National Cheap Flight Day? National Cheap Flight Day falls on Aug. 23 every year. It purportedly marks the point where...
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Canada is among dozens of countries which began looking at social media age restrictions after Australia became the first country to ban kids from social media in December 2025.
August 17, 2026 - 15:29 | Globalnews Digital | Global News - Canada
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