In the summer of 2022, Canadians were feeling the effects of rising inflation. Prices for everyday goods, such as food, gas, and housing, were increasing at the fastest rate in decades. The inflation rate hit a 40-year high, sparking concerns about the cost of living and the economic future of the country. The main drivers...
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Canada Introduces Healthcare Funding Boost in 2022 Budget
On April 7, 2022, the Canadian government presented its federal budget, which included a significant boost to healthcare funding. With the ongoing strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and an aging population, healthcare was a top priority in the budget. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced that the government would invest...
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Canada’s Response to the “Freedom Convoy” Protests
In early February 2022, Canada witnessed a large-scale protest known as the “Freedom Convoy.” It started with truckers and other people protesting against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and restrictions. The protesters, mainly truck drivers, took to the streets of Ottawa and other parts of the country, voicing their opposition to the government’s handling of the pandemic....
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Canada’s New Climate Plan: Aiming for Net-Zero by 2050
On December 11, 2021, the Canadian government unveiled its new climate action plan, setting ambitious goals to reduce the country’s carbon emissions and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The plan was a response to the growing urgency of climate change and Canada’s commitment to international climate agreements, such as the Paris Climate Accord. Prime Minister...
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Canada Passes a Historic $10-a-Day Childcare Agreement
On November 3, 2021, Canada made a historic step toward affordable childcare with the passage of a $10-a-day childcare program. This initiative, part of the federal Liberal government’s broader plan to improve family support, was a groundbreaking move aimed at addressing the high costs of childcare in Canada. The program was launched as a collaboration...
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Indigenous Reconciliation: Trudeau Apologizes for Residential Schools
On June 24, 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a heartfelt apology to Indigenous peoples in Canada for the government’s role in the residential school system. The apology came after the discovery of hundreds of unmarked graves at former residential school sites, which brought the painful history of these institutions into the spotlight. The residential...
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Trudeau’s Apology for Handling of Indigenous Affairs
On 17th December 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a public apology to Indigenous communities across Canada. The apology was part of a broader acknowledgment of the government’s role in the systemic mistreatment of Indigenous peoples, including issues like lack of clean drinking water, underfunded education, and discrimination in healthcare. Trudeau’s apology came at a...
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Canadian Federal Election Postponed Due to COVID-19
In August 2020, the Canadian federal election was initially scheduled for October, but Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his government decided to postpone the election due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The election was a hot topic in political discussions, as many Canadians were eager to vote, but the pandemic made it difficult for people...
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Black Lives Matter Movement Gains Momentum in Canada
The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement gained significant attention in Canada in 2020, following the tragic death of George Floyd in the United States. In response, protests and discussions about racism, police brutality, and systemic inequality took place across Canada. This sparked an important political conversation about race relations and justice. In June 2020, thousands...
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Canada’s Response to COVID-19: Trudeau Announces Economic Support Plan
On March 18, 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a historic economic support plan to help Canadians facing financial hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This was a crucial moment in Canadian politics, as the pandemic brought the country to a standstill, affecting businesses, workers, and families. The government introduced a $27 billion package to...