CBC Politics
Ambassador Hoekstra wants American booze back on Canadian shelves next year
American Ambassador Pete Hoekstra used a Fourth of July celebration in Ottawa to publicly pressure Canada on its retaliatory alcohol bans, calling for U.S. spirits to return to provincial shelves by next year. The remarks were underscored by a flyover of American F-35 fighter jets, a none-too-subtle display of military and economic leverage. The comments reflect ongoing trade tensions as both countries continue to spar over tariffs and cross-border commerce.
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Alberta’s pipeline pitch is heavy on public, light on private investment — so who benefits?
Alberta's pipeline proposal leans heavily on public funding to attract private partners, raising questions about who ultimately profits from the infrastructure. Energy economists argue this hybrid model may be the only viable path to getting shovels in the ground given today's investment climate. If successful, proponents say the economic upside could ripple well beyond the oil and gas sector.
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