
A few months ago, we talked about Canada’s perception of their longtime North American neighbours. Back then, we weren’t sure what to call the United States. Are they our friends, or are they the enemy? Today, as the trade war continues, that divide keeps growing. Guest host Andrew Pinsent does a vibe-check with Andrew Enns, the Executive Vice-President for Central Canada. Plus, it’s a Thursday, which means it’s time to digest a few gardening tips with Carson Arthur! If you have a question, toss it into the CFRA textboard and we’ll answer it live! But first...
June 5, 2025 - 17:10 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Andrew Pinsent is filling in for Kristy Cameron today, as she guest hosts CTV Morning Live. And we might have a helpful life hack for anyone who is taking a chance on Downtown Ottawa this Summer! As the warm Summer months roll on, the City of Ottawa plans to deploy Night Ambassadors all across the ByWard Market. If you are looking for a good restaurant recommendation, or perhaps something as simple as a parking spot, they are here to serve. CFRA’s Chris Holski delivers the details. Later in Hour 1, we enter the homestretch of CHEO Telethon Week, as the community rallies around a...
June 5, 2025 - 17:09 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The CUPW alleges in the complaint to the Canada Industrial Relations Board that Canada Post is bargaining directly with members and trying to discredit the union's reputation.
June 5, 2025 - 17:06 | Globalnews Digital | Global News - Canada
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is directly involved in the negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump for a new trade and security deal in exchange for the lifting of all tariffs on Canadian goods — in particular the crippling levies on steel and aluminum.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters at Queen’s Park on Thursday he spoke directly to Carney the day prior and said the prime minister is in “deep, deep discussions right now with the administration in the U.S. and President Trump.”
In Ottawa, federal Industry Minister Mélanie Joly also confirmed the ongoing discussions...
June 5, 2025 - 17:02 | Catherine Lévesque | National Post
Alberta’s government has ditched a new fee schedule for breweries that would have seen the province’s oldest beer maker pay significantly more in taxes.The schedule, introduced in February after Alberta tabled its budget, substantially lowered the production threshold breweries needed to meet before they paid the highest fee to the government, while also adjusting the production limits and fees building up to the cap.
June 5, 2025 - 16:44 | Jack Farrell | The Globe and Mail
As wildfires devour buildings and force thousands from their homes in Saskatchewan, the Opposition NDP is calling on Premier Scott Moe to ask for help from the military.NDP Leader Carla Beck, in a letter to Moe Thursday, questioned what the premier was waiting for.
June 5, 2025 - 16:40 | Jeremy Simes | The Globe and Mail