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Toronto Sun
6 days ago
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Conservative MP asks Liberals if 'elbows up' tariff response was 'simply fake news'
Tories continuing to press Carney Liberals on Canada's counter-tariffs during question period Published Jun 02, 2025 • Last updated 0 minutes ago • 2 minute read Dufferin-Caledon MP Kyle Seeback rises during question period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Monday, June 2, 2025. Photo by Adrian Wyld / The Canadian Press OTTAWA — Now you see them, now you don't. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The Conservatives kept pressing the government on Canada's counter-tariffs during question period Monday, which many observers were surprised to see had largely vanished in the weeks and months since U.S. President Donald Trump launched his trade war against Canada. 'The prime minister ran on 'elbows up,' promising dollar-for-dollar tariffs on the U.S. and promising this would generate $20 billion in revenue,' said Dufferin–Caledon MP Kyle Seeback. 'It turns out it was actually 'elbows down' and the prime minister broke his promise and secretly cancelled those tariffs. Now Trump is threatening 50% tariffs on Canadian steel, which will devastate Canada's steel industry and put thousands of steel workers out of a job. Can the prime minister look steel workers in the eye, tell them it wasn't actually 'elbows down' and tell them how much money his tariffs will actually generate?' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. A report issued last month by U.K.-based advisory firm Oxford Economics revealed that — despite the trade war taking centre stage in all parties' election platforms — Canada quietly walked back nearly all of its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products with roll-backs, exemptions and breaks resulting in a 'near-zero' tariff rate increase on U.S. imports. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne offered no direct response to Seeback's question, instead shouting that the Mark Carney Liberals intend build a 'prosperous Canada.' Seeback pointed out Champagne's non-answer by comparing Carney's cabinet to that of his predecessor. ''Elbows up' was dollar-for-dollar tariffs,' he said. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Has the prime minister already broken his promise to steel workers or was 'elbows up' simply fake news?' Industry Minister Melanie Joly said she spent the weekend contacting industry and union leaders, and promised to protect Canadian jobs. 'In order to be in solution mode, Mr. Speaker, we will ensure that Canadian steel and aluminum is used in our major infrastructure projects,' she said. Repeated attempts by the opposition to get the Liberals to provide clarity on counter-tariff revenue proved fruitless. bpassifiume@ X: @bryanpassifiume Read More Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto Maple Leafs Olympics Celebrity Toronto Raptors
CTV News
24-05-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
$40 million lottery ticket sold in B.C., same month as record prize win
British Columbia's provincial flag flies in Ottawa, Friday July 3, 2020. (Adrian Wyld / The Canadian Press)
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Sport
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Frost forward Curl-Salemme finds solace among the boos she's attracting in PWHL role as 'villain'
Minnesota Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme (77) scores on Ottawa Charge goalie Gwyneth Philips (33) during the third period of a PWHL hockey final game, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) Minnesota Frost's Britta Curl-Salemme leaves the ice after receiving a five minute major penalty and a game misconduct following a hit on Toronto Sceptres' Renata Fast during second period PWHL playoff action in Toronto, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. (Chris Young/The Canadian Press via AP) Minnesota Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme (77) celebrates her game-winning goal against the Ottawa Charge with Dominique Petrie (14), Melissa Channell-Watkins (23) and Denisa Krizova (41) during overtime of a PWHL hockey final game, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) Minnesota Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme (77) celebrates her game-winning goal against the Ottawa Charge with Dominique Petrie (14), Melissa Channell-Watkins (23) and Denisa Krizova (41) during overtime of a PWHL hockey final game, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) Minnesota Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme (77) scores on Ottawa Charge goalie Gwyneth Philips (33) during the third period of a PWHL hockey final game, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) Minnesota Frost's Britta Curl-Salemme leaves the ice after receiving a five minute major penalty and a game misconduct following a hit on Toronto Sceptres' Renata Fast during second period PWHL playoff action in Toronto, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. (Chris Young/The Canadian Press via AP) Minnesota Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme (77) celebrates her game-winning goal against the Ottawa Charge with Dominique Petrie (14), Melissa Channell-Watkins (23) and Denisa Krizova (41) during overtime of a PWHL hockey final game, Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP) Amid the choruses of boos, crosschecks and on-line social media attacks directed at Britta Curl-Salemme for what's seemed like most of her rookie PWHL season, the Minnesota Frost forward was able to experience a few moments of clarity and joy in the playoffs. They came Thursday night, when Curl-Salemme forced overtime by converting a rebound with 16 seconds left in regulation and then scored 16:24 into the extra period of a 2-1 victory in Ottawa to even the best-of-five Walter Cup Finals series at 1. Advertisement If the two clutch goals placed an even bigger target on the 25-year-old's back, then so be it, Curl-Salemme said during a Zoom conference call Friday when asked if she considered herself being the PWHL's first 'villain.' 'I'm sure some people think that. I try not to get too involved with the outside noise or perspectives. I don't think that's helpful to me,' she said, in preparing for Game 3 at Minnesota on Saturday. 'If that's the way it shakes out and I'm doing my job and doing what I am proud of, and the things I'm supposed to be doing, then that may be it. But, yeah, I'm not too worried about it.' Curl-Salemme's transition from winning three NCAA titles at Wisconsin to the professional ranks hasn't gone smoothly. She's gained a polarizing reputation for her physical style, which has drawn three suspensions this season, and for her on-line support of transphobic messaging, for which she apologized in a video post days after being drafted in the second round in June. As much as Curl-Salemme, from Bismarck, North Dakota, has hoped to move forward, the booing crowd in Ottawa — she was loudly heckled while conducting a TV interview between periods coming off the ice — was a stark reminder. Advertisement 'I can't really speak to the reasons behind it or anything,' Curl-Salemme said. 'I'm sure it's annoying as hell being an opponent or being an opposing fan, the style that I play. I kind of try to embrace that, obviously, to a certain point,' she added. 'I want to be a nuisance. I want to make it hard to play against me.' While relishing her role as an on-ice pest, Curl-Salemme acknowledged being challenged adapting her style to stay within the rules. 'I'm never going out on the ice trying to hurt somebody or do something stupid. That's never my intention,' she said. 'But I think it's going to take a little bit of maturity in my game and just figuring out how to play that way.' Advertisement The comments were among Curl-Salemme's first since posting her apology nearly a year ago. 'I specifically recognize that my social media activity has resulted in hurt being felt across communities, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals, and I just want to apologize and take ownership of that,' she said. 'I've learned so much through this, and I'm seeing it as an opportunity to grow in humility and grow in love,' she added. 'To those of you who may still have reservations, I hope you can extend me the grace to prove to you who I really am.' Curl-Salemme's social media activity and getting drafted by Minnesota reignited criticism of the franchise at a time the inaugural Walter Cup champions were dealing with questions over why the PWHL abruptly removed Natalie Darwitz as general manager. Advertisement Without getting into specifics, league vice president Jayna Hefford explained an internal investigation determined a change was necessary because 'there wasn't a path forward with the current personnel in place.' The attention then turned to coach Ken Klee for overseeing the draft and selecting Curl-Salemme in light of her posts. Klee defended the decision in drafting the two-year Wisconsin captain by saying the team did its homework in consulting her coaches and teammates. The shadow of controversy, however, has followed her since in PWHL circles, even as Curl-Salemme has maintained her role playing for the U.S. national team and won gold at the world championships last month. She finished the regular season tied for sixth on the Frost with 15 points (nine goals, six assists), while also ranking second on the team with 24 penalty minutes. Advertisement In the playoffs, she's tied for the team lead with three goals. And she leads the league with 15 penalty minutes, all stemming from her drawing a one-game suspension for an illegal hit to the head of Toronto defenseman Renata Fast in Game 1 of Minnesota's semifinal series. Klee on Friday credited Curl-Salemme for keeping her cool and holding her ground in front of the net while being cross-checked before scoring the tying goal. 'It's not easy to do, especially in hostile environments that we play in,' Klee said. 'But it's a huge credit to her and how focused she can remain, and stay calm in that moment and be able to finish.' Curl-Salemme was rewarded in the locker room afterward in being presented with a Frost belt in honor of being the game MVP. Advertisement She responded by saying: 'I just have one message: Minnesota Frost versus the world.' Nothing personal, Curl-Salemme said regarding her message. 'It feels like all that matters is what's in the locker room and our staff and our organization,' she said. 'It's going to take the people in the room. So I think that was the main message is there's people trying to stop us, and we're going to try to push through.' ___ AP Women's Hockey:
CTV News
22-05-2025
- Politics
- CTV News
Murphy's Logic- Alberta deserves respect
Alberta's provincial flag flies in Ottawa on July 6, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press)
Toronto Sun
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Sun
Eco-friendly transportation a condition of planned Ottawa Senators arena: agreement
Published May 19, 2025 • 4 minute read In this photo taken using a drone, the LeBreton Flats area is seen west of Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Photo by Adrian Wyld / The Canadian Press OTTAWA — Public transit, cycling and walking will be the 'primary and preferred modes' of getting fans to and from the Ottawa Senators' planned downtown arena, says a newly disclosed agreement on the project. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Under the agreement, a group led by the NHL team would be responsible for designing, building and paying for a publicly accessible cycling and pedestrian bridge linking a major Ottawa street to the LeBreton Flats arena site. In addition, the arena and associated elements would be 'zero carbon' buildings — highly energy-efficient structures with minimal greenhouse gas emissions from materials and operations. The National Capital Commission, the federal agency that controls the land, and Capital Sports Development Inc., led by the Senators, signed a memorandum of understanding last September on the planned purchase of five parcels totalling 10 acres. The sale of the land near Parliament Hill could be completed later this year following finalization of a price based on fair market value. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Many Senators fans have long desired a central venue for the team, which has played since 1996 in an arena in the suburb of Kanata about 25 kilometres west of downtown. The proposed arena, billed as a major events centre, would also host concerts and other attractions. The memorandum and documents related to the September 2024 agreement were recently obtained by The Canadian Press through the Access to Information Act. Some portions of the documents were withheld from release on the basis the information could prejudice a competitive position or interfere with negotiations if made public. Representatives of the NCC and the Senators declined to answer questions about the documents, citing the ongoing negotiations. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. At a September press conference to announce the agreement, Senators president Cyril Leeder called the move 'a great first step' but added there was a lot of work ahead. 'This allows that work to take place.' The memorandum of understanding says excavation and decontamination of the soil in one parcel of land must be completed by Capital Sports Development by a deadline after the sale closes, failing which the NCC would have the right to 'take back' the parcel. The emphasis in the memorandum on active and ecologically friendly forms of transport and green building standards flow from the master concept plan for LeBreton Flats drafted by the NCC following extensive consultations. The 175-page master plan 'prioritizes universal accessibility, transit access and active modes. The community design and proposed land uses enable an urban lifestyle that provides for the daily needs of residents without requiring automobile travel.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. It notes the site is connected to two light-rail transit stations as well as pedestrian and cycling facilities and roadways to accommodate and disperse large crowds. New links, staircases and underpasses are planned. Capital Sports Development would be obligated to design and construct one such component — a pedestrian and cycling bridge leading from Preston Street over the light-rail tracks into the Flats, connecting communities to the south, the memorandum of understanding says. It also says construction of the arena and associated buildings would be certified to the Canada Green Building Council's zero carbon standard. In addition, all buildings are to be connected to a planned LeBreton Flats energy system. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. It is unclear to what extent any new parking spaces on the site would be underground or in surface lots. On the question of surface parking, a document prepared by the NCC says the agreement 'contains provisions for temporary parking on nearby NCC lands.' In addition to the new arena, the NCC's vision for LeBreton Flats includes a mix of residential units, retail outlets, restaurants, green spaces and efforts to honour the rich Algonquin Nation presence in the region. The memorandum stipulates the NCC 'shall ensure the continued development' of lands within the master plan. After the announcement in September, Senators majority owner Michael Andlauer expressed optimism about moving ahead with the arena project, saying it could be possible to drop the first puck at LeBreton in five years. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. He did not seem worried by the breakdowns and glitches that had plagued Ottawa's light-rail system, saying he was confident 'they'll have all the bugs out' by the time the arena is built. However, Andlauer indicated he was taken aback early in the process by the NCC's environmentally friendly requirements, saying the commission could be a bit too 'ideological.' 'They mean well, but … I'm thinking through the lens of the fan,' Andlauer said. In response to questions about the September agreement, including whether the transportation and ecological conditions would be achievable, the Ottawa Senators said the hockey club would 'refrain from making any comments' out of respect for the current negotiations. Valerie Dufour, an NCC spokesperson, said that in order to 'respect the integrity of ongoing discussions, we will not make any further comments at this time.'
