Sunday, June 15, 2025, 6:20 pm permalink
As Calgary braces for the arrival of world leaders at the G7 summit, hundreds of demonstrators rallied downtown and at designated protest zones. With security tightening, protesters expressed their discontent, turning the city into an arena of passionate dissent. Local authorities and organizers exchanged knowing glances amid the charged atmosphere.
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Trump’s 250th anniversary military parade begins as protests sweep the U.S. / Global
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 12:20 pm permalink
A highly choreographed military parade celebrating a 250th anniversary milestone unfolded with approximately 6600 soldiers, 50 helicopters, and 60-ton tanks making their dramatic appearance. The spectacle, staged under President Trump’s watch, simultaneously sparked massive gatherings and vocal protests, underscoring a blend of patriotic pageantry and deep political divides.
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Anishinabek Nation chief briefs OPP on planned protests against bills to fast track major projects / Globe and Mail / Canada
Friday, June 13, 2025, 6:21 pm permalink
A regional Anishinabek Nation chief briefed Ontario police about upcoming protests against fast‐track legislation for major projects. The chief warned that First Nations groups, demanding proper consultation, are gearing up to demonstrate, intensifying tensions over expedited government policies and indigenous rights.
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Friday, June 13, 2025, 3:22 pm permalink
More than 40 Canadian demonstrators, alongside other international activists, were detained by Egyptian authorities during a Global March to Gaza, which has also seen disruptions in Libya. The stoppage has raised serious questions about the freedom of international protest and the challenges faced by activists on foreign soil.
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Judge rules Trump illegally deployed National Guard to L.A. protests / Global
Friday, June 13, 2025, 2:21 am permalink
A federal judge ruled that former President Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard in response to protests in Los Angeles was illegal, citing constitutional limits and statutory overreach. The ruling has prompted a defiant reaction from the White House while raising serious questions about executive authority.
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Continued failure to consult on uranium exploration a harmful mistake: Mi’kmaw Chiefs / Global
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 10:22 am permalink
Mi’kmaw Chiefs in Nova Scotia are vociferously opposing uranium exploration projects that have advanced without proper consultation with Indigenous communities. They warn that bypassing environmental and community input risks further damaging relationships and call for immediate, respectful, and responsible resource management practices.
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La médiation commencera lundi à la STM / Le Devoir
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 9:21 am permalink
Amid the ongoing STM transit strike, mediation talks are slated to commence Monday as both management and striking union representatives prepare for intensive negotiations. Although the strike continues, reports indicate that its disruptive impact is diminishing, fostering cautious hope among Montreal commuters for a swift resolution.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 1:22 pm permalink
After five years of being concealed behind protective boarding, the historic statue of Sir John A. Macdonald at Queen’s Park has been unveiled. The removal marks a controversial yet symbolic shift, sparking fresh debate over the monument’s legacy as local officials and residents navigate mixed emotions and historical reckonings.
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LA police swiftly enforce downtown curfew as protests against Trump’s immigration crackdown continue / City News / Toronto
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 6:21 am permalink
Downtown Los Angeles erupted into a controlled farce this week as police imposed a strict curfew amid protests over Trump’s contentious immigration crackdown. The curfew led to multiple arrests while demonstrators and officials alike added an almost theatrical twist to the chaos—a spectacle that was as surreal as it was tightly managed.
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Devine qui vient dîner à Kananaskis... / Le Devoir
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 12:21 am permalink
Authorities extended an invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a G7 dinner in Kananaskis, igniting a polarized debate. Proponents call it a progressive diplomatic gesture, while community voices—including a B.C. Sikh temple still hurting from a recent tragedy—demand the invite be rescinded. The controversy underscores the tangled interplay of international diplomacy and domestic sensitivities.
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