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Benjamin Lopez Steven

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Associate Producer with CBC Politics 🇨🇦🇲🇽 —————————————————————— Email is open (and eager) for story tips! Benjamin.steven@cbc.ca

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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
NEW: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada plans to begin discussions for a "unique alliance" with the European Union — but not membership — as he gears up to address the European Parliament this week. #cdnpoli #canpoli #eu #europe #europeanunion www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney says Canada planning to discuss 'unique alliance' with EU, but not membership | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada plans to begin discussions for a "unique alliance" with the European Union — but not membership — as he gears up to address the European Parliament this week.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
To add onto this: Solomon says at a press conference just now the five expectations do not mean there's a new federal approval process — and does not replace provincial, territorial or municipal responsibilities.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
NEW: The federal government has announced a new framework outlining 5 key expectations for responsible data centre development, as politicians and companies grapple with public pushback to the infrastructure underpinning AI technology. #canpoli #canpoli #CanadaAI www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Want to build a data centre in Canada? These are the federal government's new expectations | CBC News
The federal government has announced a new framework outlining key expectations for responsible data centre development, as politicians and companies grapple with public pushback to the infrastructure...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
❗ EXCLUSIVE: What went wrong in Canada-U.S. trade talks, according to chief trade negotiator Janice Charette. She spoke to CBC's The House, disputing several claims made by U.S. officials alleging Canadian last-minute demands derailed talks. #canpoli #cdnpoli #uspoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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What went wrong with U.S. trade talks, according to Canada's chief negotiator | CBC News
Canada's chief U.S. trade negotiator is disputing several claims made by American officials about why trade talks fell apart last week, namely that the Canadian side brought forward last-minute demand...
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Aaron Wherry @aaronwherry.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Word of warning: There seem to be some purported lists of US demands floating around the Internet that may not be entirely accurate. As always, look for an original source.
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Aaron Wherry @aaronwherry.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
New from me. I saw that the very smart @kevincarmichael.bsky.social wrote a trade war column that referenced the Ottoman siege of Malta in 1565, so I decided to counter him with a reference to Wile E. Coyote.
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ANALYSIS | Mark Carney doesn't stop the United States from driving negotiations over a cliff | CBC News
After a week of manufactured drama and unnecessary strain, Prime Minister Mark Carney emerged on Saturday morning to explain "why we're walking away from a bad deal — and what comes next."
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Aaron Wherry @aaronwherry.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
New statement from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Talks on a trade deal have been suspended. www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/stat...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
NEW: Want a one-stop shop on where Canada-US trade talks stand? Here’s my latest file with a sector-by-sector breakdown! #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Where do Canada-U.S. trade negotiations stand? Here's a sector-by-sector breakdown | CBC News
Canada is continuing to negotiate a trade deal with the U.S. that will allow it to both avoid U.S. President Donald Trump's crippling tariff threat — set to come into effect on Wednesday — and get som...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
NEW: A snapshot of how some Iowans feel about Trump's tariffs and his treatment of Canada, as Republicans vie for support ahead of competitive midterm elections. Trump dominated Iowa in 2024, but Canada is Iowa's largest export market. #cdnpoli #canpoli #uspoli #iowa www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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How Iowans feel about Trump's tariffs, Canada's treatment as Republicans vie for support | CBC News
Much like the Calgary Stampede in Canada, the Iowa State Fair is a crucial stop for politicians to meet voters, making it a hotbed for political debates — especially when U.S. midterms are coming up. ...
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Andrew Kurjata @akurjata.ca · 25/06/2026
Scenes of celebration in Vancouver, after Mexico's World Cup match victory last night. I'll daresay if Canada had topped its group with a win or tie yesterday, the city core would have been absolute pandemonium
Big crowd with Mexican flag Same, with a person being tossed in the airMore big crowds of people in green, white and red
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Interesting tidbit of info: CBC/Radio-Canada is now a full member of the European Broadcasting Union. Eurovision entry incoming? 👀 #cdnpoli #eurovision #canpoli cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/media-cen...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
NEW from my colleague Catharine Tunney: The federal government is moving to restrict young Canadians' access to social media unless those companies can show they've made their platforms safe. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Ottawa moves to restrict social media for kids under 16 | CBC News
The federal government is moving to restrict young Canadians' access to social media unless those companies can show they've made their platforms safe.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Fun career milestone: My first TikTok for CBC News about the federal government’s AI strategy and the promises it makes about jobs! #cdnpoli #canpoli #canada
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
NEW: Carney spoke with Pope Leo about artificial intelligence and the "imperative that AI must serve humanity" — a conversation that comes days after the Pope urged governments to slow down the development of AI systems. #cdnpoli #canpoli #popeleo #canada www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney, Pope Leo discuss responsible AI after pontiff warns world to slow development | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with Pope Leo about artificial intelligence and the "imperative that AI must serve humanity" — a conversation that comes days after the Pope urged governments to slow ...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
🆕 Outgoing Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says the criticisms levelled against her over her ability to speak French were "unfair" and it ultimately did not impede her connecting with Canadians while in the role. #cdnpoli #canpoli #canada www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Outgoing Gov. Gen. says criticisms levelled against her French abilities were unfair | CBC News
Outgoing Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says the criticisms levelled against her over her ability to speak French were "unfair" and it ultimately did not impede her connecting with Canadians while in the role.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
✨NEW: What comes next after Carney and Smith's pivotal energy agreement? Representatives from both governments and industry are weighing in. Plus, there's the major variable of buy-in from B.C. and its coastal First Nations. #cdnpoli #canpoli #abpoli #Canada www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney and Smith have signed a pivotal energy agreement. What comes next? | CBC News
Now that Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have signed a pivotal energy agreement that could usher in a new oil pipeline, representatives from both governments and industry...
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Thomas Seal @twseal.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Canada's AI minister Evan Solomon at Telus HQ in Vancouver to announce federal government will look at helping the company build two "sovereign" AI data centres in Vancouver, and expanding one in Kamloops 60,000 total GPUs by 2032, with the lion's share being a new facility by BC Place
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
NEW: As Canada prepares to accept more Chinese-made EVs into the country, a U.S. senator is warning that although Canada-U.S. ties are strained, Canadian officials should be cautious when making agreements with China's government. #cdnpoli #canpoli #uspoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Despite strained ties, U.S. senator says Canada should be cautious of making deals with China | CBC News
As Canada prepares to accept more Chinese-made electric vehicles into the country, a U.S. senator is warning that although Canada-U.S. ties are strained, Canadian officials should be cautious when mak...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
🤖 And something smaller in this economic update: Ottawa revealed the six pillars for its forthcoming national AI strategy, which has been long-touted by the federal government but repeatedly delayed. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Feds reveal 6 pillars for long-touted, repeatedly delayed national AI strategy | CBC News
Although it doesn’t appear in full in the latest economic update, the federal government has unveiled the six pillars of its forthcoming AI strategy — a long-touted but repeatedly delayed document tha...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
🚨 BREAKING: Ottawa's pushing to build up Canada's skilled trades and tackle youth unemployment by proposing $6 billion over five years to recruit, train and hire up to 100,000 new trades workers under a flagship measure called Team Canada Strong. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney government proposes $6B to hire 100,000 new skilled trades workers | CBC News
The federal government is pushing to build up Canada's skilled trades and tackle youth unemployment by proposing $6 billion over five years to recruit, train and hire up to 100,000 new trades workers ...
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Thomas Seal @twseal.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Canada will create its first sovereign wealth fund to provide financing for large infrastructure projects The fund will be seeded with an initial C$25 billion endowment from the federal government, PM Mark Carney said.
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Carney to Create Canadian Sovereign Wealth Fund to Back Projects
Canada will create its first sovereign wealth fund to provide financing for large infrastructure projects, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
NEW: PM Carney has released a video calling Canada's ties to the U.S. "weaknesses" that must be corrected. Plus, he's promising regular updates on Canada's push to diversify its trading relationships. #canpoli #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney calls Canada's ties to the U.S. 'weaknesses' that must be corrected | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada's ties to the U.S. have become "weaknesses" that must be corrected as workers in Canada's auto, steel and lumber industries remain under threat due to U.S. Presi...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
NEW: This week, Avi Lewis made the rounds on Parliament Hill for the first time since becoming NDP leader. CBC's The House gave him a tour of West Block as he detailed what his political "experiment" looks like. Read more below! #cdnpoli #canpoli #ndp www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Here's the 'experiment' Avi Lewis is trying to run in Canadian politics | CBC News
This week, Lewis made the rounds on Parliament Hill for the first time since becoming NDP leader. CBC's The House gave him a tour of West Block — the home of the House of Commons — as he detailed what...
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Thomas Seal @twseal.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
The CBC projects that the Liberals have won the University-Rosedale by-election, and therefore Mark Carney has a majority. Two by-elections from today are yet to be called.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Adding to this — there’s three by-elections on Monday. Two are historically safe Liberal seats and one is a toss-up BQ/Liberal race. 172 is a razor-thin majority that protects the government on confidence votes. But 173 grants more control over committees and the legislative agenda.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
🚨Another floor-crosser! This time Sarnia—Lambton—Bkejwanong Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu. That brings the Liberals up to 171, as my colleague Catharine Tunney reports. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu crosses floor to Liberals | CBC News
The Liberals have picked up another Conservative floor-crosser, bringing them one seat closer to a majority government.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
NEW: An upcoming book authored by a prominent royal commentator says U.S. President Donald Trump was primarily interested in annexing Canadian territory just above the U.S.-Canada border — and his respect for King Charles may have quashed that goal. #canpoli #cndpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Trump's respect for King Charles possibly quashed desire to annex Canada, says royal commentator | CBC News
An upcoming book authored by a prominent royal commentator says U.S. President Donald Trump was primarily interested in annexing Canadian territory just above the U.S. border — and his respect for Kin...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
An interesting assessment from activist Yves Engler, who was barred from running for NDP leader back in December. On social media, Engler said he would have gotten third place if he was allowed to participate (but it's not clear how he's basing that). He also congratulated Lewis. #cdnpoli #canpoli
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
Wab Kinew scrummed with reporters about half an hour ago. He's much more positive than Nenshi and Beck, saying relations will be "very good" and the two groups will get to work right away. Kinew added he's not concerned that Lewis said he won't support new fossil fuel projects. #cdnpoli #canpoli
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
And another one from Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck, who's calling Lewis' positions on natural resource development "ideological and unrealistic." She also says when Lewis reverses his positions, she will meet with him. A chilly reception to Lewis from the provinces so far. #cdnpoli #canpoli
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
Some cracks are already forming in the NDP under Avi Lewis. In a sharp statement just now, Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi says the federal party's direction is "not in the interests of Alberta." In sum, Nenshi supports more oil and gas development. Lewis does not. #cdnpoli #canpoli
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
BREAKING: Activist and filmmaker Avi Lewis has been elected NDP leader. CBC's live page is following this today! #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Federal NDP to announce next leader, as party looks to chart a comeback | CBC
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
NEW: The federal Conservative Party's campaign manager is shrugging off polls showing the Liberals hold a double-digit lead over the Tories — while Pierre Poilievre says he's broadening his image but won't change who he is. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Conservative campaign manager shrugs off polls showing Liberals have significant lead | CBC News
The Conservative Party's campaign manager is shrugging off polls showing the Liberals hold a double-digit lead over the Tories — while Pierre Poilievre says he's broadening his image but won't change ...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Spent the last hour and a bit listening to Poilievre's interview with Joe Rogan. Overall, it's tracking to be a pretty standard chat. Poilievre says he's texted Carney while he's in the US and believes the Conservatives will "overwhelmingly" win the next election. www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtbG...
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Joe Rogan Experience #2470 - Pierre Poilievre
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Pierre Poilievre has confirmed via X that he did an interview with leading podcaster Joe Rogan during his trip to the United States (in this case — Austin, Texas). No mention of when the episode will air, but safe to assume it’s this week given Rogan’s upload schedule. #cdnpoli #canpoli
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Great story by my colleague Ashley Burke about the inner discussions over the PM's official residence, 24 Sussex, which remains uninhabited www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Rideau Cottage 'inadequate' home for a PM as decision on 24 Sussex looms: internal memo | CBC News
Rideau Cottage, the historic red-brick house where Canadian prime ministers have been living for more than a decade, is inadequate and comes with security risks, according to a government memorandum p...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
It's possible The House can see into the future. Now the French foreign minister is mulling the idea of Canada seeking membership in the European Union. www.thestar.com/politics/fed...
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French foreign minister suggests Canada could ‘maybe ... at some point’ join EU
Prime Minister Mark Carney dismissed the idea last June, saying he wants clearer and broader ties with the continent but not as a member of the EU.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
NEW: Carney says Ottawa planning to revamp funding for Canadian athletes and will tackle the issue "very deliberately" over the next six months — news that comes before a commission on the future of Canadian sport releases its final report. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Federal government planning to revamp funding for Canadian athletes, says Carney | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Ottawa is planning to revamp its funding for Canadian athletes and will examine the issue "very deliberately" over the next six months — news that comes just before a f...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
🚨BREAKING: NDP MP Lori Idlout is crossing the floor to the Liberals, according to a statement from the Interim NDP Leader Don Davies. The number of floor-crossers thus far is truly mind-blowing, and from all sides. #cdnpoli #canpoli
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
🚨BREAKING: Carney calls byelections in two Toronto ridings and Terrebonne. Voters will head to the polls on April 13. Liberals will need to win all three races to get a thin majority government. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney calls byelections in Quebec riding of Terrebonne, 2 Toronto ridings | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called byelections in the Toronto ridings of University-Rosedale and Scarborough Southwest and the Quebec riding of Terrebonne — races the Liberals will want to win to s...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
NEW: As Carney looks for more alliances worldwide, is it time Canada join the European Union? That's what my colleagues tackled on The House this week, some really interesting insights from experts and former officials! #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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As Carney seeks strengthened global alliances, is it time Canada join the EU? | CBC News
New polling shows just under half of Canadians support the idea of joining the European Union, but experts say there is a steep price of admission. CBC's The House spoke to experts and former official...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Really proud to hit a career milestone this weekend: My first radio mini-documentary that aired on CBC's The House today looking at intergenerational fairness! You can take a listen below! #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
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ArtButMakeItSports @artbutmakeitsports.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Suprematism, by Nikolai Suetin, 1920-21, 📸 by @tiltoncreative
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
BREAKING: Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux has joined the Liberal caucus, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on social media Wednesday. #cdnpoli #canpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux joins Liberal caucus: Carney | CBC News
Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux has joined the Liberal cacucus, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on social media Wedneday.
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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
valentine's day isn't just for couples, it's also a day to celebrate love. for instance, i would love it if housing prices came down.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
BREAKING: The Supreme Court of Canada has annulled the result in the Montreal-area riding of Terrebonne from last spring's federal election. Liberal Tatiana Auguste was declared the winner by one vote over BQ candidate Nathalie Sinclair-Desgagné. #canpoli #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Supreme Court invalidates Liberal MP's election win by a single vote | CBC News
The Supreme Court of Canada has annulled the result in the Montreal-area riding of Terrebonne from last spring's federal election.
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
NEW: The man who wrote the Clarity Act is lambasting the brewing separatist movement in Alberta and demanding that Premier Danielle Smith clarify her position and lay out the next steps depending on the outcome of a possible referendum. #canpoli #cdnpoli #abpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Man behind the Clarity Act has choice words for Alberta separatists and Danielle Smith | CBC News
Former Liberal cabinet minister Stéphane Dion is lambasting the brewing separatist movement in Alberta and demanding Premier Danielle Smith clarify her position and lay out the next steps depending on...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
BREAKING: Trump threatens 100% tariff on all Canadian goods if Canada “makes a deal with China.” Quite the Saturday morning start. #cdnpoli #canpoli #uspoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Trump threatens 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods if Canada 'makes a deal with China' | CBC News
U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to impose a 100 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods entering the United States if Canada "makes a deal with China" — a forceful message that comes days aft...
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Benjamin Lopez Steven @benlopezsteven.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
BREAKING: Carney is considering sending soldiers to Greenland for military exercises with NATO allies, as Trump threatens tariffs on European nations unless they let him purchase and control the semiautonomous island. #cdnpoli #canpoli #uspoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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Carney weighs sending soldiers to Greenland for military exercises with NATO allies: sources | CBC News
Prime Minister Mark Carney is considering sending soldiers to Greenland for military exercises with NATO allies, as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens tariffs on European nations unless they let hi...
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National Newswatch @nationalnewswatch.com · 11/01/2026
The NDP leadership race is a nail-biter. But is anyone paying attention? Despite 3 front-runners, some fear race could be turning into a snoozer www.cbc.ca/news/politic... Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
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The NDP leadership race is a nail-biter. But is anyone paying attention? | CBC News
The NDP leadership race could be turning into a nail-biter with no clear winner in sight. But it's unclear if Canadians are tuning in.
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