Media blackout! Premier Ford declares ALL media unwelcome at PC Convention in Toronto
https://www.rebelnews.com/media_blackout_premier_ford_decrees_all_media_unwelcome_at_pc_convention
Sources tell us that the Premier is about to get an earful from angry delegates, and apparently, Ford doesn’t want this dirty laundry aired in public. Continue…
Bank of Canada governor says Canada's economy 'largely supported by immigration'
https://www.rebelnews.com/bank_of_canada_governor_says_canada_s_economy_largely_supported_by_immigration
On Friday’s Rebel Roundtable livestream, David Menzies and Drea Humphrey were joined by the leader of the PPC, Maxime Bernier, to discuss the governor's conclusion and what immigration is really doing for Canada. Continue…
Carney announces GST credit increase amid affordability crisis
https://www.rebelnews.com/carney_announces_gst_credit_increase_amid_affordability_crisis
Prime Minister Mark Carney says the payment will deliver hundreds of dollars to more than 12 million Canadians, but the measure stops short of tackling what many see as a deeper affordability crisis. Continue…
DRIPA’S GOLDEN $BILLIONS. From Tahltan to Kamloops.
https://breaking-news.ca/dripas-golden-billions-from-tahltan-to-kamloops/
David Brett of The New Westminster Times reports live from AMEBC Roundup 2026 in Vancouver and uncovers the high-stakes shift in BC mining: Chief Rosanne Casimir’s AMEBC 2026 keynote demands 50% revenue sharing and title over the entire city of Kamloops, using the Tahltan-Skeena deal as a blueprint under UNDRIP/DRIPA. While presented as partnership and respect, the reality raises serious concerns about veto powers, exploration blocks, private property rights, junior miner viability, and economic certainty for Kamloops residents and British Columbia. Continue…
Great read for those who want to understand their rights when dealing with police.
https://breaking-news.ca/great-read-for-those-who-want-to-understand-their-rights-when-dealing-with-police/
On November 29, 2019, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) rendered its decision in Kosoian v. Société de transport de Montréal, 2019 SCC 59 and unanimously ruled in favour of Bela Kosoian, overturning the decisions of the Québec courts below and ordering the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) (the authority responsible for the subway system), the City of Laval and constable Fabio Camacho to pay her $20,000 in relation with her detention and arrest 10 years ago.
This decision is an important victory for Kosoian, but also for the Canadian Civil Law Association, which acted as intervener before the SCC in this case, and for all Canadians. Indeed, the Supreme Court ruled that police officers are civilly liable if they interfere with Canadians’ rights and freedoms based on a non-existent offence. The SCC also confirmed that Canadians can refuse to identify themselves to police officers when such request has no valid legal basis, ruling that if the offence the police officer believes has been committed does not exist, neither the Québec Code of penal procedure nor any statute or common law rule gives police officers the power to require a person to follow their orders and to identify themselves. Continue…
Ford says he will run again as premier, predicts fourth straight PC majority
https://www.westernstandard.news/news/ford-says-he-will-run-again-as-premier-predicts-fourth-straight-pc-majority/70845
Ontario Premier Doug Ford confirmed Saturday that he intends to run again as leader of the Progressive Conservative Party and seek a fourth consecutive term as premier, telling party members he believes the PCs are headed for another majority government.
Ford made the comments during a speech at the Ontario Progressive Conservative convention, the party’s first since winning a third straight majority at Queen’s Park. The convention brought together party officials, caucus members and volunteers from across the province.
Addressing supporters, Ford thanked grassroots volunteers and party organizers, crediting them with the PCs’ electoral success since first forming government in 2018. He said their continued involvement would be critical as the party looks toward the next election.
Ford used his speech to contrast his government’s record with that of the previous Liberal government, which he said left Ontario with higher taxes, rising electricity costs and significant job losses. He argued the Progressive Conservatives have focused on economic recovery, job creation and rebuilding infrastructure.
The premier pointed to billions of dollars in new investment and strong job growth during his time in office, as well as tax and cost-saving measures for individuals and businesses. He also highlighted highway and transit expansion projects as examples of what he described as long-term planning to support economic growth across the province.
Ford said the Progressive Conservative coalition reflects Ontario’s geographic and cultural diversity, with support from urban, rural and northern communities and from people of varied backgrounds.
While no election date was announced, Ford’s remarks made clear he plans to lead the party into the next campaign as premier. Ontario’s next fixed election date is scheduled for 2026 unless an earlier election is called.
Ottawa paid $839M in cash grants to Ukraine war refugees
https://www.westernstandard.news/news/ottawa-paid-839m-in-cash-grants-to-ukraine-war-refugees/70729
Ottawa spent at least $839 million on direct cash payments to Ukraine war refugees arriving in Canada, according to federal records that detail the scale of benefits provided under emergency immigration measures.
Blacklock's Reporter says an inquiry of ministry response from the Department of Immigration says 296,779 Ukrainians received one-time cash grants after landing in Canada, with adults paid $3,000 and minor children $1,500 to help cover basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, furniture, and other immediate expenses.
The cash payments were only part of the overall cost.
Federal documents show an additional $102.5 million was spent on free hotels and temporary accommodations, $87.9 million on settlement services, and $16.8 million to administer the Canada-Ukraine Transition Assistance Initiative.
Total spending under the program reached approximately $1.14 billion.
The figures were tabled in the House of Commons in response to a written question from Conservative MP Kerry Diotte (Edmonton Griesbach), who asked for a detailed breakdown of the roughly $20 billion Ottawa has committed to Ukraine-related initiatives since 2022.
Under the emergency program, Ukrainian refugees were offered free flights to Canada, up to 14 nights of free accommodation, language training, orientation services to help families enroll children in school, and free work and study permits.
More than one million Ukrainians applied to settle in Canada before the program expired in 2024, with about 990,000 applications approved.
Internal government documents released previously acknowledged concerns about preferential treatment.
A 2024 internal report, Rapid Evaluation Of The Ukraine Response, said there was a “perception of unfairness” compared with Canada’s response to other humanitarian crises.
It noted criticism that the program was seen as a privileged initiative for a mostly white population, particularly when compared to the treatment of Afghan allies following the fall of Kabul.
The report also revealed Ukrainians were granted exemptions from standard security screening requirements.
Due to overwhelming demand, mandatory fingerprinting and other biometric checks were waived for children under 17, adults over 61, and Ukrainians who had previously held a Canadian visitor visa within the past 10 years.
In addition, Ukrainians were exempted from declaring when they intended to leave Canada, a departure from standard immigration rules.
The department warned these measures could have long-term consequences.
“This may set precedents for future crisis responses,” the report said.