Canadian Affairs

Feature Writer: Laura Steiner
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Nov 21, 2009
Harper Government Denies Torture Accusations
In: Canadian Foreign Affairs
The Harper government is denying claims of torture made by Diplomat Richard Colvin. Colvin made allegations as he testified before a House of Commons Committee
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Nov 17, 2009
McGuinty Government Tables HST Legislation
In: Canadian Provincial Affairs
The McGuinty government has tabled legislation to implement the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). The bill includes corporate tax cuts to offset implementation costs
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Nov 15, 2009
Deputy Health Minister Ron Sapsford Resigns
In: Canadian Provincial Affairs
Deputy Health Minister Ron Sapsford has resigned. He is the latest casualty in the eHealth scandal. The resignation came on Friday Nov. 13, 2009.
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Nov 14, 2009
Jason Kenney Introduces New Citizenship Guide
In: Canadian Affairs (general)
Immigration and Citizenship Minister Jason Kenney has introduced a New Citizenship Guide. The book will focus more on Canadian military, and political history
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Nov 5, 2009
Auditor-General: Canada's Disaster Plan Unclear
In: Canadian Affairs (general)
Auditor General Shelia Fraser says the federal government's plan for emergency preparedness is unclear. Her recent report stressed weaknesses and suggested alternatives
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Oct 28, 2009
What Ontarians Need To Know About HST
In: Canadian Provincial Affairs
Ontario is harmonizing its sales taxes. This article will tell people what they need to know about the controversial new policy before it takes effect on July 1, 2010.
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Oct 26, 2009
McGuinty Government Releases Economic Statement
In: Canadian Provincial Affairs
The McGuinty government released an economic statement. It revealed the province is carrying a $24.7 billion deficit, the highest in the province's history.
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Oct 22, 2009
Supreme Court Rules Against Québec Language Laws
In: Canadian Affairs (general)
The Supreme Court has ruled against Québec's strict French language laws. The ruling will allow Quebec parents the ability to choose English schools for their children.
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