Employer Groups Praise Labor Reforms, Call for More Action
Employer groups in Ottawa welcome the Liberal government's proposed labour law changes but urge stronger enforcement and clearer guidelines to ensure lasting industrial peace.
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PM Carney Stands Firm on Dropping Digital Tax and Streamer Fees
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will not reinstate the digital services tax or the Canadian content contribution fees for streaming platforms, citing simplification and reduced compliance costs. The move follows criticism of the measures and will be implemented later this year as the government seeks other ways to support Canadian content.
Unseen Terry Fox Footage Premieres at TIFF
A documentary featuring never‑before‑seen footage of Terry Fox debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 20, 2026, adding new visual material to his legacy celebrated through the annual Terry Fox Run.
New Terry Fox Documentary Premieres at Toronto Film Festival
A documentary with never‑before‑seen Terry Fox footage premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 20, 2026, coinciding with preparations for the annual nationwide Terry Fox Run.
Jobs Minister Unveils Bill to Limit Federal Strike Interventions
Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu announced legislation aimed at reducing federal interventions in labour strikes, responding to frequent past government involvement. The bill will be introduced in Parliament and is intended to set clearer limits on when the government can step in.
911 Services Restored After Canada‑Wide Outage
A technical failure disrupted 911 call handling across six Canadian provinces on Thursday morning, but Bell Canada restored the service later that day, allowing emergency response to resume fully.
Ottawa Announces Private Investment in Canada’s Four Biggest Airports
Ottawa announced in September 2026 that Canada’s four biggest airports will be opened to private investment, a move tied to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent push for foreign capital. The plan aims to attract international investors to modernize airport infrastructure and support broader economic growth.
Ottawa Opens Canada’s Four Largest Airports to Private Investment
Ottawa announced that private investment will be allowed in Canada’s four largest airports, a policy unveiled by Prime Minister Mark Carney after a Toronto meeting with global business leaders to attract foreign capital.
Two Quebec Residents Admit Guilt in US Gun Export Case
Two Quebec residents pleaded guilty in U.S. federal court to illegally exporting firearms, a case that originated from a 2016 undercover operation in a Montreal hotel.
Canada Faces Brief 911 Outages Thursday Morning
Intermittent 911 outages affected multiple Canadian cities on Thursday morning, prompting police services to advise the public to use non‑emergency numbers until the system was restored.
PM Carney Proposes Private Operators for Canada’s Four Biggest Airports
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a plan to let private investors manage Canada’s four biggest airports, shifting from current public authority control to attract private capital and improve services.
Strong El Niño May Alter Canada’s Winter Weather
Chief meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai warned that a strong El Niño could bring milder temperatures in some parts of Canada and increased storm activity in others during the winter of 2026‑2027 and early spring 2027.
Meteorologist Says Strong El Niño May Shape Canada’s Winter
Meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai says a strong El Niño could bring milder temperatures and altered precipitation across Canada during winter 2026‑2027 and spring 2027.
CBC Calls for Overhaul of Manitoba Weather Alert System
CBC recommends reforms to Canada’s emergency weather alert distribution after a June 2026 Manitoba storm produced a record number of wireless notifications.
Meteorologist Warns Strong El Niño Could Shape Canada’s Winter
CityNews chief meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai warned that a strong El Niño may bring milder temperatures and altered precipitation across Canada this winter and spring, as the recurring climate pattern typically reshapes North American weather.
U.S. Tariffs Strain Canadian Softwood Lumber Industry
U.S. tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber are raising costs for the Canadian industry, yet the United States still depends heavily on Canadian timber for construction, reflecting a longstanding trade dispute.
Independent Cinema Group Calls for End to Film Studio Restrictions
An independent Canadian cinema association in Toronto urged major film studios to stop a practice that limits small theatres from programming Canadian movies, citing its impact on domestic film exposure.
Carney Proposes Private Management of Canada’s Four Largest Airports
Prime Minister Mark Carney proposed on September 15, 2026 that private investors take over operational control of Canada’s four largest airports, moving them from federal to private management.
Watchdog Reports Federal Public Service Lost Over 23,000 Jobs
A parliamentary spending watchdog reported that more than 23,000 federal public‑service employees left their positions between 2024 and 2026. The staffing decline was highlighted in the watchdog’s latest expenditure report.
Canada to Seek Private Funding for Four Major Airports
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on September 15, 2026 that Canada will seek private investment to upgrade its four largest airports, keeping public ownership, and use the funds to support regional and remote airports.
