Canadian News Publishers Call on Carney, Feds to Adopt ‘Buy Canadian’ Policy
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Canadian News Publishers Call on Carney, Feds to Adopt ‘Buy Canadian’ Policy

A coalition of Canadian news media organizations urges the federal government to allocate at least 25 percent of its advertising budget to support local journalism. They argue this approach enhances community trust, fosters local media, and counters misinformation, while ensuring taxpayer dollars benefit Canadian communities rather than foreign tech companies.
ALERT: Canada Post union back on strike – mail delivery nationwide once again at standstill
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ALERT: Canada Post union back on strike – mail delivery nationwide once again at standstill

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) initiated a nationwide strike in response to the federal government's decision to permit Canada Post to reduce home delivery and close rural post offices. This strike disrupts mail services and follows significant financial losses at Canada Post, prompting reforms deemed necessary by the government.
Viking RCMP arrest male on warrant and new charges
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Viking RCMP arrest male on warrant and new charges

On September 17, 2025, Viking RCMP executed an arrest warrant, leading to the capture of Bruce Lea Blyan, a 46-year-old man facing 24 warrants and three new charges. He was remanded into custody and scheduled to appear in court in Vegreville on September 22, 2025, as part of ongoing community crime reduction efforts.