On Canada Day 2025, what do young Canadians wish for?
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Calgary Herald
34 minutes ago
- Calgary Herald
Canada Day in Calgary marked by pride, reflection amid global tensions
Thousands of Calgarians flocked to Canada Day festivities across the city on Tuesday, with many saying the occasion felt especially meaningful this year amid growing global tensions and political unrest south of the border. Article content For some, the day was about more than waving flags and watching fireworks — it was a moment to reflect on what it means to be Canadian in the face of ongoing U.S.-Canada tensions, tariffs and 51st-state taunts. Article content Article content Article content 'It's very front of mind (this year) to be proud of our heritage and who we are — making sure that we keep our own special identity present,' said Jennifer Taylor, who spent the day at Heritage Park with her children. 'We figured what better way to celebrate Canada's birthday than being part of its history?' Article content 'I don't want to go to the U.S. until (U.S. President Donald) Trump leaves (office) or resigns,' said Caroline, who immigrated to Canada from the Philippines in 2011. 'That's my way of supporting our country peacefully . . . silently protesting.' Article content Cars lined up along Heritage Drive on Tuesday as thousands descended on Heritage Park, which was celebrating both Canada Day and the park's 61st birthday. Visitors enjoyed family-friendly activities, live music, cultural performances and a vintage car show. Article content Article content Hot, sunny weather made for an ideal Canada Day at the park, where families sought shade under trees and slathered sunscreen on children to beat the heat. A heat warning was in effect for Calgary, with temperature expected to reach 29 C on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to Environment Canada. Article content 'It's very busy today,' said Eirin Bernie, communications manager at Heritage Park. 'It seems to be a lot busier than it has been for the past couple of years, so we're super excited.' Article content 'The weather turned out for us, too,' she added. 'Last (year) it was raining, so already we have a better Canada Day.'
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
‘Mini-win' for Canada as digital services tax dropped, expert says
Former special advisor to the Ministry of Finance Julian Karaguesian on if dropping the digital service tax gives Canada additional leverage during trade talks. Former special advisor to the Ministry of Finance Julian Karaguesian on if dropping the digital service tax gives Canada additional leverage during trade talks. Days after Ottawa rescinded the digital services tax aimed at tech companies to advance trade negotiations with the U.S., critics have voiced their disappointment in the government's handling of the situation. But one expert calls this move by Prime Minister Mark Carney a 'mini-win.' The play made by the federal government to hold on to the tax until the last minute before giving in made it appear as though a concession had been made, Julian Karaguesian, an economist and former special advisor at the Ministry of Finance, told CTV News Channel on Tuesday. 'We also had to back down publicly and double down on this tax,' Karaguesian said. 'But I think that was a good strategic, tactical manoeuvre by the Prime Minister.' The feds dropped the tax hours before the first payment was due, three days after U.S. President Donald Trump suspended trade talks over it. Carney called it 'part of a bigger negotiation.' 'No sovereignty over domestic policy' According to Karaguesian, Canada is facing significant pressures and challenges on federal and provincial budgets, in addition to the pressure of boosting defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP in the coming decade. 'There's a sovereignty issue. The digital services tax is a domestic policy,' Karaguesian points out. 'What we're seeing from the White House is they're telling their allies that 'you have no sovereignty over your domestic policy. We will use leverage in terms of access to our market to cancel any policy that we believe interferes with our business interests.'' 'Truly internal economy' Meanwhile, the removal of provincial trade barriers is largely symbolic when it comes to direct barriers, Karaguesian explains. If all provinces and territories eliminated the most egregious interprovincial trade barriers, the federal government could promote policies to boost Canada's economy and productivity, creating what Karaguesian calls a 'truly internal economy.' However, despite progress on removing these trade barriers, there is a certain risk associated with different jurisdictions taking different approaches, a recent report by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business said. 'A natural resource superpower' Karaguesian says Canada needs to reduce its trade dependence on the U.S. and consider expanding trade with countries like India, China, and Europe. He highlights the importance of focusing on Canada's infrastructure — especially transportation and telecommunications. 'We are a natural resource superpower,' Karaguesian said. 'We were a rich country before we had total free trade with the U.S., and we will stay a rich country if we make good choices. We just have to reduce our dependence on a single trading partner, which is (not) treating us as a partner and an ally but rather using our economic interdependence as a weapon to squeeze concessions out of us.' The 30-day trade deal deadline announced after Carney and Trump met in Alberta during the G7 summit will come to an end on July 21. Canada is expected to adjust counter-tariffs on steel and aluminium products to 'consistent' levels in conjunction with the trade talks held with the U.S., Carney said two weeks ago. With files from CTV News' Luca Caruso-Moro and the Canadian Press
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
Ceremony at Assiniboine Park welcomes 30 new Canadians
Dozens of new Canadians took their citizenship oath Tuesday at a special ceremony in Assiniboine Park—marking a new milestone in their lives. Hailing from 12 different countries, 30 new Canadians gathered at the Performance Garden for the final legal step to become a Canadian citizen. 'I really feel very happy,' said Sanjeev Kumar, who came with his family from Punjab, India, to Canada a decade ago. 'I have so many more opportunities to look ahead to in my life.' For 18-year-old Sanchi, Sanjeev's daughter, the ability to vote in elections was the most anticipated element of becoming a Canadian. 'I just missed that last election by very little, and I was pretty upset about it, but now I'm finally Canadian, and I'm just glad to have a voice in Canada to speak up about the things that are happening,' said Sanchi. Citizenship ceremony Dwight MacAulay, officer of the citizenship ceremony, shakes hands with a new Canadian on July 1, 2025. (Daniel Timmerman/CTV News Winnipeg) 'Appreciating diversity here in Canada, I think it's very important, especially considering what's happening with our downstairs neighbours.' The first-year University of Manitoba student said she aspires to become a lawyer one day to stand up for human rights. 'Human rights, for sure, it's a huge part of the things that I believe in. I just believe, you know, equal rights for all, no matter where they're from.' MP Doug Eyolfson was among the dignitaries who attended the ceremony, adding that it was 'very meaningful' to be a part of the event. 'You are now officially citizens of the greatest country in the world,' he said. 'We have a nation that is built on tolerance and inclusivity. We're a society that helps each other.' Lyric Theatre Performance at the Lyric Theatre on July 1, 2025. (Daniel Timmerman/CTV News Winnipeg) Meanwhile, at the nearby Lyric Theatre, Winnipeggers gathered to experience live music as part of a Canada Day lineup to celebrate the nation.
