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Vancouver Sun
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Vancouver Sun
Federal Election Day: Conservatives eyeing more seats in northern B.C., Okanagan
Article content It's election day across Canada and B.C. residents across the province are heading to the polls to choose new MPs to represent them in a number of ridings. Article content Article content For information on how to cast your vote in your riding, click HERE. You can also look up which candidates are running in your riding using our database HERE. Article content Article content Article content The 10 ridings that make up the B.C. north and Interior are mostly Conservative bastions with the exception of two ridings held by the NDP. Article content But with polls predicting a nationwide collapse of Jagmeet Singh's party, those two seats could be up for grabs. Article content Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre was the only party leader to campaign in the Northern and Interior communities, making stops in Penticton, Osoyoos, and Terrace — an indication of the party's hopes. Article content The Conservatives are hoping to pick up the riding of Skeena-Bulkley, in northwest B.C. The region has been an NDP stronghold since it was formed in 2006, held first by Nathan Cullen and, since 2019, by Taylor Bachrach. Article content Article content Bachrach is facing stiff competition from Conservative candidate Ellis Ross, a former Haisla Nation chief councillor and former provincial MLA for the region. Article content Article content Conservatives are also eyeing Similkameen-South Okanagan-West Kootenay, which had its boundaries redrawn to extend further west along the B.C.-U.S. border, an area that has historically leaned right. Article content The old riding was held by NDP's Richard Cannings, who is not running in this election. Polls identify Conservative candidate Helena Konanz, a Penticton city councillor, as the front-runner. In the last election in 2021, Konanz placed second, with 35.5 per cent of the vote behind Cannings' 41 per cent.
Globe and Mail
16-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Invest in Canada with these ETFs through the Trump Tariffs
Following April 2nd, the day on which President Trump's reciprocal tariffs were announced, many nations across the globe are holding their ground and indicating the responsive actions they are willing enact. Most U.S. tariffs on Canada remain unchanged: 25% on all goods except those covered by NAFTA. Energy and potash face a lower 10% tariff, while Canadian steel and aluminum still incur a 25% levy. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has vocalized his willingness to take responsive actions against President Trump's tariffs, stating, 'We will fight the U.S. tariffs with retaliatory trade actions of our own that will have maximum impact in the United States and minimum impacts here in Canada,' at a news conference. However, the Prime Minister is also seemingly taking proactive measures to remove and/or minimize trade barriers between the provinces, as detailed in a memo released by the Prime Minister following a meeting with provincial and territorial premiers. As detailed in the memo, the Prime Minister and provincial leaders aim to unlock Canada's economic industries through a suite of initiatives that will leverage the country's natural resources and drive investment, thereby creating jobs and fostering economic growth. Some of these initiatives include: The creation of a First Mile Fund, building transportation networks to connect energy extraction sites to rail lines and roads. By providing capital to finance these key infrastructure projects across the country, the Government of Canada will expedite project construction and create a more integrated and accessible Canadian economy. A 'one window' approval process, streamlining approvals for large-scale, national-interest infrastructure projects. This new measure will create clear, predictable, and efficient review processes–with the highest standards for safety, environmental protection, and Indigenous consultation–and reduce uncertainty for investors. A contribution agreement of up to $200 million toward the construction, commissioning, and operation of a new Indigenous majority-owned Cedar LNG processing facility. A partnership between the Haisla Nation and the Pembina Pipeline Corporation, this project will create hundreds of highly skilled construction and trades jobs, generate over $275 million in economic growth, and get Canadian energy to domestic and international markets. A $175 million investment in the Hudson Bay Railway and at the Port of Churchill, in Manitoba. This critical investment in Canadian trade and railway infrastructure will expand and open new transportation corridors, bolster economic growth and reconciliation in the Canadian Arctic and North, and help get Canadian products to global markets. Investing in Canadian Industry Against the backdrop of a trade war with the U.S., Canadians' sense of patriotism has risen, with many consumers seeking to purchase goods made in Canada. Simultaneously, firms are showcasing their support for sentiment. For example, Loblaw Companies, the nation's largest retailer with multiple grocery chain banners, is identifying made-in-Canada products in-store with a maple leaf. On the other hand, a 'T' symbol — standing for 'tariffs' — has been affixed to products sourced from the United States. In the realm of investing, Global X Canada has recently launched a 'Best of Canada ETF' suite, offering investors access to leading Canadian companies within their respective industries. Through these solutions, Canadian investors have turnkey access to firms that are the nation's economic leaders. The ETFs within the suite are: The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Telecommunications Index ETF (Ticker: RING) seeks to replicate the performance of an equal-weighted index, the Mirae Asset Equal Weight Canadian Telecommunications Index, which is designed to provide exposure to the largest Canadian telecommunication companies. The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Groceries & Staples Index ETF (Ticker: MART) seeks to replicate the performance of an equal-weighted index, the Mirae Asset Equal Weight Canadian Groceries & Staples Index, which is designed to provide exposure to the largest Canadian food and staples retail companies. The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Insurance Index ETF (Ticker: SAFE) seeks to replicate the performance of the Mirae Asset Equal Weight Canadian Insurance Index, an equal-weighted index designed to provide exposure to the largest Canadian insurance companies. The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Banks Index ETF (Ticker: HBNK) seeks to replicate the performance of an index, the Solactive Equal Weight Canada Banks Index, an equal-weighted equity index of diversified Canadian banks. The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Oil & Gas Index ETF (Ticker: NRGY) seeks to replicate the performance of the Mirae Asset Equal Weight Canadian Oil & Gas Index, an equal-weighted index designed to provide exposure to the largest Canadian oil and gas companies. The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Pipelines Index ETF (Ticker: PPLN) seeks to replicate the performance of an equal-weighted index, the Mirae Asset Equal Weight Canadian Pipeline Index, which is designed to provide exposure to the largest Canadian Pipeline companies. The Global X Equal Weight Canadian Utilities Index ETF (Ticker: UTIL) seeks to replicate the performance of the Mirae Asset Equal Weight Canadian Utilities Index, an equal-weighted index designed to provide exposure to the largest Canadian utility companies. For Canadian investors looking to invest in the nation's leading industries, Global X's Best of Canada ETF suite provides a suitable avenue for doing so. Please note this article is for information purposes only and does not in any way constitute investment advice. It is essential that you seek advice from a registered financial professional prior to making any investment decision.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Indigenous artists win big at Canada's 2025 Juno Awards
Miles MorrisseauICT Indigenous musical artists in Canada are being recognized at the highest levels, taking home some of the year's top prizes at the annual Juno Awards with outstanding music across multiple Snotty Nosed Rez Kids, Haisla Nation, led the way by taking home one of the night's biggest awards, Rap Album of the Year, for their release, 'Red Future.' SUPPORT INDIGENOUS JOURNALISM. The duo of Darren 'Young D' Metz and Quentin 'Yung Trybez' have been nominated three times in the past, but this was their first win and the first for an Indigenous artist in the category. They were also nominated this year in two other categories, for Rap Single of the Year for the song, 'BBE' and for Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Band. 'I think I can speak for both of us, when I say that we really love rap music, we really love hip hop which is why this award means so much to us,' Yung Trybez said. 'We made this album to add voices to the Indigenous people in the future. We created a vision for ourselves and where we see ourselves in the future. And what Indigenous excellence truly looks like.'The highlight of the awards night presentation was the performance by the Kids with Tia Woods, Saddle Lake Cree Nation, who was also up for an to the It would seem the future is now because Indigenous artists were representing in numerous categories and 2025 Juno Awards — the Canadian equivalent of the Grammy Awards — were handed out Sunday, March 30, in Vancouver, British Columbia, with host Michael Bublé. Adult Alternative Album of the YearElisapie, 'Inuktitut'Elisapie, Inuk, won the award for Best Adult Alternative Album for her release, 'Inuktitut.' The album features covers of contemporary pop songs from a wide array of artists including Metallica, Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, Cyndi Lauper and more, all performed in the Inuktitut album is literally unlike anything you have ever heard, and also received a nomination in the highly coveted Album of the Year category.'This is so beautiful and so heavy,' Elisapie said after greeting the audience in her language. 'I am so proud to be an Inuk woman. I am so proud to be singing in my language. I would just like to say 'thank you' to all the artists who accepted and let me translate their songs that have meant so much to us.' Classical Composition of the YearDeantha Edmunds, 'Angmalukisaa'Another big win for Indigenous music that signals how Indigenous artists are creating and elevating in a variety of musical genres was Inuk soprano Deantha Edmunds, who took home the award for Classical Composition of the Year for 'Angmalukisaa.'Edmunds composed and performed the music in collaboration with the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra. Traditional Indigenous Artist or Group of the YearBlack Bear Singers, 'New Comings'Black Bear Singers took home the award for Traditional Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year, for their latest, 'New Comings.' Also nominated in the category were Brianna Lizotte for 'Winston and I'; Cree Confederation for 'Travelling Home'; Northern Cree for 'REZilience'; and Young Spirit for 'Ostesihtowin/Brotherhood.' Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the YearSebastian Gaskin, 'Brown Man'The big prize for Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year went to Sebastian Gaskin for his release, 'Brown Man.' The other nominees include Adrian Sutherland for 'Precious Diamonds,' Tia Wood for 'Pretty Red Bird,' Celeigh Cardinal for 'Boundless Possibiities,' and the Snotty Nose Rez Kids for 'Red Future.' Other nomineesIndigenous artists and groups were nominated in a variety of other categories, as well, including Blues, Adult Contemporary and Children's Album.*Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble): Luminous Voices, a Calgary-based chamber choir, was nominated for 'Ispiciwin,' a project by Cree Composer Andrew Balfour. Ispiciwin means 'journey' in Cree. Additional artists in the project include Walter Macdonald White Bear of Moose Factory Cree Nation, who performs the Native American courting flute, and Jessica McMann, Cowessis First Nation, on bass flute. The winner in the category was the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.*Blues Album of the Year: Blue Moon Marquee received a nomination for Blues Album of the Year for their release,'New Orleans Session.' The band led by A.W. Cardinal, Métis-Cree, took home the award last year for their album, 'Scream, Holler and Howl.' The winner was Big Dave McLean for 'This Old Life.'*Children's Album of the Year: Kym Gouchie, Lheidli T'enneh Nation, was nominated for Children's Album of the Year for 'Shun Beh Nats'ujeh: We Are Healing Through Songs.' The winner was Raffi and The Good Lovelies for 'Penny Penguin.'*Adult Contemporary Album of the Year: Celeigh Cardinal, Cree, was nominated for 'Boundless Possibilities.' The winner was Maia Davies for 'Lovers' Gothic.'*Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year: Elenee, Metis Nation–Saskatchewan/Greek was nominated for her self-titled release, 'Elenee.' The winner was Ryan Ofei, 'Restore.'*Contemporary Roots Album of the Year: Julian Taylor, West India/Mohawk, was nominated for his album, 'Pathways.' The winner was Kaia Kater, 'Strange Medicine.'*Alternative Album of the Year: Ruby Waters, Slovak/Métis, was nominated for her release, 'What's the Point?' The winner was Nemahsis for 'Verbathim.' Our stories are worth telling. Our stories are worth sharing. Our stories are worth your support. Contribute today to help ICT carry out its critical mission. Sign up for ICT's free newsletter. ICT, formerly Indian Country Today, is a nonprofit news organization that covers the Indigenous world with a daily digital platform and news broadcast with international viewership.
Reuters
11-03-2025
- Business
- Reuters
ARC Resources to supply Exxon Mobil with LNG
March 11 (Reuters) - ARC Resources ( opens new tab said on Tuesday it had entered into a long-term liquefied natural gas supply agreement with a unit of Exxon Mobil (XOM.N), opens new tab. Global LNG demand has risen in recent years amid a shift toward cleaner energy, with the U.S. emerging as a major supplier to both Europe and Asia. ExxonMobil LNG Asia Pacific will purchase all of ARC's LNG offtake from the Cedar LNG project, representing about 1.5 million tonnes per annum (mtpa), at international LNG pricing, ARC said. The Cedar LNG project, a partnership between the Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline ( opens new tab located on Canada's West Coast, is expected to commence commercial operations later in 2028 and will have a capacity of 3.3 million tonnes per annum (mtpa). Last year, oil and gas transportation firm Pembina Pipeline said it, along with Haisla Nation, has decided to go ahead with the construction of the $4 billion project. In 2023, ARC signed a 20-year agreement to supply and liquefy natural gas with Cedar LNG. It planned to supply about 200 million cubic feet per day (MMcfpd) of natural gas with the project, resulting in the equivalent of 1.5 mtpa of LNG. "This agreement provides ExxonMobil with advantaged access to Asian LNG markets by establishing ExxonMobil's first long-term offtake position on Canada's Pacific Coast," said Andrew Barry, vice president of global LNG marketing, ExxonMobil Asia Pacific Pte Ltd.
