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    Hilary Duff apologizes for insensitive Halloween costume

    Was she apologising because Hillary Duff was wearing it?
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    U.S. pipeline project pushes Enbridge Energy Partners to $406.4-million loss

    Oil, eh? :lol: U.S. pipeline project pushes Enbridge Energy Partners to $406.4-million loss Enbridge Energy Partners said it lost $406-million (U.S.) in its third quarter, primarily due to the indefinite deferral of the proposed Sandpiper pipeline in the U.S. Midwest. The limited partnership...
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    Canadians must lose irrational fear of increased deficits, economist says

    What I've said all along. There really is no need to be concerned about the economy. The top issues are still xenophobia and climate change. Canadians must lose irrational fear of increased deficits, economist says As Canada's finance minister consults widely in preparation for the next...
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    Brad Wall's still blowing smoke on climate change

    Brad Wall's still blowing smoke on climate change Three examples illustrate how Premier Wall’s ideas run counter to Canada’s interests. First, his proposal that Saskatchewan (and by extension Canada) should get credit for exports of uranium is plagued by inconsistencies. It ignores the fact...
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    Home schools closed amid allegations of pocketing public dollars

    Alberta private school closed amid allegations of pocketing public dollars An Alberta home-schooling association has been ousted for allegedly pocketing nearly $1 million taxpayer dollars from Alberta Education that was meant to fund the education of thousands of students. According to the...
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    Belgium reaches deal to back EU-Canada trade agreement

    Not a fan of free trade but for those who are... Belgium reaches deal to back EU-Canada trade agreement BRUSSELS — The Belgian government has reached a deal to back the free trade deal between the European Union and Canada on the day the agreement was supposed to be officially signed with...
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    The unbelievable popularity of Canada’s Justin Trudeau

    I believe it. He's done a good job. The unbelievable popularity of Canada’s Justin Trudeau OTTAWA — Justin Trudeau just keeps on moving. On one day, he’s at a Montreal arena with the visiting Chinese premier dropping a ceremonial puck. Both are wearing Canadiens hockey sweaters. On...
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    University groups try to stave off offensive costumes in lead-up to Halloween

    In other news, pipeline proponent, Peter Pecker is profoundly peeved at people picking on his name and decided to report it to the human rights tribunal of Canada. Conservatives are environmentalists now.
  9. mentalfloss

    University groups try to stave off offensive costumes in lead-up to Halloween

    Conservatives support niqabs now. All it took was a little political correctness.
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    Salty social conservatives are galvanising in Ontario

    So now we know why Walter left. So-cons warn split with religious right could cost Ontario PCs next election Ontario Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown needs to understand the message social conservatives sent him in Niagara West-Glanbrook or the party will lose another election...
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    Bella Bella Oil Spill Called ‘An Environmental Disaster’

    Enough with oil already. Bella Bella Oil Spill Called ‘An Environmental Disaster’ BELLA BELLA, B.C. — A report says two tanks containing oil or contaminants from a submerged tug west of Bella Bella, off British Columbia’s central coast, were either torn open or severely damaged when the...
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    Canada in a 'very good fiscal situation' to run deficits

    For those of you who actually worry about things like the economy.... I don't know why you bother but here's some good news for yous Canada in a 'very good fiscal situation' to run deficits, says Poloz Canada is in a very good fiscal situation and should not be worried about running up...
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    New report skewers Harper on economic performance

    Economic performance and policy during the Harper years Relative to the 1984-2005 period, Canadian economic performance during the Harper government years worsened on most aggregate measures of growth and jobs. Canadian macroeconomic performance during the Harper government years was driven...
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    Trudeau draws big Alberta crowd in traditional Conservative riding

    Soon we won't have any conservatives anywhere. I'm so stoked! Trudeau draws big Alberta crowd in traditional Conservative riding Justin Trudeau drew a crowd of 1,300 people in Medicine Hat, Alta., last night, as he is helping local Liberal candidate Stan Sakamoto campaign in a by-election...
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    One of Trump's Elite is facing 10 years in jail for criminal misconduct

    Shocking. I am shocked. Chris Christie Facing 10 Years In Prison As Summons Issued For Misconduct In Office NBC4 in New York reported: A judge has found probable cause for a complaint of official misconduct against Gov. Chris Christie related to the George Washington Bridge closure. The...
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    Canada’s economy gains 67,200 jobs in September, beating economists expectations

    Canada’s economy gains 67,200 jobs in September, beating economists expectations OTTAWA — For the first time in two years, the Canadian economy managed to string together two consecutive monthly employment gains — helping to keep the jobless rate in check during September. As well, the pace of...
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    Federal Carbon Price established at $10 a tonne in 2018, rising to $50 by 2022

    Liberal carbon price at $10 a tonne in 2018, rising to $50 by 2022 OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal Liberal government will establish a "floor price" on carbon pollution of $10 a tonne in 2018, rising to $50 a tonne by 2022. Trudeau is making the announcement as he kicks...
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    Alberta to lead in GDP growth for next 2 years

    Fukking Notley Trudeau GRRRRRR Alberta to lead in GDP growth for next 2 years, TD forecasts Alberta's economy — in a tailspin since the 2014 crash in oil prices and the Fort McMurray fires earlier this year — will lead the country in GDP growth in 2017 and 2018, Toronto-Dominion Bank...
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    Trudeau Sets November Deadline for Enbridge Pipeline Decision

    This guy's a ****ing genius. He will be getting praise for making the right call for each pipeline project. Trudeau Sets November Deadline for Enbridge Pipeline Decision Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government has given itself a two-month window to decide on Enbridge Inc.’s...