Best Ransomed Community Church Podcasts (2025)

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Colossians 1:15-19 44:29

5d ago44:29

44:29

By Justin Cosby

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Shooting strikes fear, Israeli PM points finger at Carney, Canada Post strike pending, and more 25:51

2h ago25:51

25:51

The fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington is spreading fear in Jewish communities in the U.S. and Canada. The FBI director says the attack was a targeted anti-Semitic act of terror. A 31-year-old man was arrested at the scene, as he called out "free Palestine" And: Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement saying he …

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Carney’s cabinet retreat, G7 finance ministers in Banff, mental health concerns on the rise for Canadian girls and young women, and more 27:12

1d ago27:12

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The Prime Minister and his front bench hold talks ahead of Monday’s return to Parliament. Front and centre are affordability issues, U.S. tariffs, the war in Gaza and the new American proposal for a ‘Golden Dome’. Also: A look at Canada’s relationship with Iran from Tehran. Is there an opportunity for a thaw in the frozen relations? And: We break d…

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Mounting criticism for Israel, Canada’s increasing food costs, the momentum behind the PWHL’s popularity, and more 26:58

2d ago26:58

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Israel faces increasing international pressure over its war against Hamas amid new strikes, and little aid distribution in Gaza. Canada, Britain, and France are threatening action if Israel does not end its military offensive and lift blockades. Also: The latest economic snapshot for Canada shows the price at the pumps was down, but the cost at the…

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Rebuilding after forest fires, butterfly decline, new Canadian baseball star and more 25:28

3d ago25:28

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Fire season has already started in Canada, with several communities having been given evacuation orders. But in British Columbia, some condo owners are still living with the consequences of a fire that was put out years ago. And: With spring and summer taking hold in Canada, it is normally a time to see butterflies fluttering around. But according …

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Pope Leo's inaugural mass, Joe Biden diagnosed with cancer, predicting volcanic eruptions and more 26:53

4d ago26:53

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People from around the world descended on Saint Peter's Square this morning for the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XVI. World leaders also attended the event, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The more than two hour long event featured song, symbolism and a message of Peace. We'll take you to The Vatican for the day's events. Also: Former …

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Come & Die

5d ago

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All wealth, power, relationships, and earthly accolades lead us into a false rule of our lives. Jesus calls us to give Him back the throne, that we may truly live as stewards in His kingdom. Watch the video here: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/resources/sermons/come-die/By The Village Church

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Hockey trial jury discharged, Canada Post’s continued troubles, Canada and Eurovision and more 27:35

6d ago27:35

27:35

Jury Discharged. The turn of events in the sexual assault case of five former Canada Hockey juniors. It will continue as a judge alone trial, after its jury is dismissed for the second time. And: Canada post recommendations released. If accepted they could mean an end to door-to-door postal service. All this as workers gear up for another possible …

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Manitoba wildfires, challenge to Terrebonne election result, lessons from Canada’s work E.coli tragedy, and more. 25:57

8d ago25:57

25:57

Manitoba’s premier is urging people in the province to heed wildfire evacuation orders, after a deadly incident Wednesday in Lac du Bonnet, northeast of Winnipeg. Two people were killed after getting trapped by a blaze. More than 20 fires are burning across Manitoba right now, fuelled by hot and dry conditions. And: The Bloc Québécois is going to c…

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Carney’s cabinet gets its marching orders; Wildfires rage in Manitoba; Why the UN suggests Canada’s kids are not alright. 27:03

9d ago27:03

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The Prime Minister meets with his new cabinet, and announces the government’s first order of business – a middle class tax cut by Canada Day. Mark Carney laid out a number of other priorities for his team. However, a federal budget by year’s-end won’t be among them. Also: Hot, dry weather is fuelling ‘dangerous’ wildfires in parts of Manitoba. One …

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New cabinet, Honda delays EV plans, Trump in Saudi Arabia, and more 27:44

10d ago27:44

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Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled his new cabinet. We have the names, the ministries, and a look at the big challenges ahead. Those include a trade war, Arctic security, energy development, and national unity. And that’s just to start. And: Honda Canada is delaying a $15-billion electric vehicle investment project in Ontario. The plans includ…

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U.S./China tariff “reset”, cabinet speculation, Alberta separatism, and more 27:01

11d ago27:01

27:01

U.S. President Donald Trump says he has achieved a “reset” with China – a 90-day pause on extreme tariffs and countertariffs. It’s not clear yet how quickly the temporary agreement will affect trade. And: Sources say Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to have a more scaled-down cabinet, compared to the three dozen ministers in Justin Trudeau’s. The c…

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Zelenskyy challenges Putin to meet, U.S. and China trade negotiations, Millionaires advocating for higher taxes, and more. 27:21

12d ago27:21

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's ready to sit down with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war - challenging him to meet in-person in Turkey next week. Zelenskyy had demanded a 30-day ceasefire be agreed to first. But it now appears peace talks will go ahead without that guarantee. Also: Top U.S. trade negotiators say talk…

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Honor & Blessing

12d ago

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A man gains wisdom with the fear of the Lord, but how does the wise man live his life? It is one marked by reverence, submission, and delight. Watch the video here: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/resources/sermons/honor-blessing/By The Village Church

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1 Samuel 1:1-20; 24-28 48:24

12d ago48:24

48:24

By Justin Cosby

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India-Pakistan reach ceasefire deal, Russia proposes new peace talks, Ukraine hosts European leaders, new innovation to reduce Canada's reliance on the U.S. and more 26:52

13d ago26:52

26:52

India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire in their latest round of fighting. But both sides accuse each other of violating that deal as leaders from around the world push for a more stable diplomatic solution. And: Russian President Vladimir Putin proposes new peace talks with Ukraine on May 15th in Istanbul. This after leaders of major Europea…

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Manitoba fires update, Mark Carney in Rome, parasite resistant oysters, and more 26:47

13d ago26:47

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Firefighters in Manitoba are still battling 16 active fires burning in the province - even as some much needed rain and cooler temperatures help curb the spread of the flames. As hundreds of people wait to return to their homes, we're getting a clearer picture of the extent of the damage. Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Rome, leading a Canad…

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Unemployment in Canada, China tariffs, new Parkinson's treatment, and more 27:51

14d ago27:51

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New jobs numbers suggest tariffs and the trade war are affecting the economy. Canada shed tens of thousands of manufacturing jobs, in the highest unemployment rate the country has seen – outside the pandemic – in years. And: U.S. President Donald Trump throws out another number for tariffs on China – this time: 80 per cent. It may be a sign he’s tr…

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American pope, U.S. - U.K. trade agreement, measles up again, and more 26:13

15d ago26:13

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Cardinals choose the first-ever American Pope. Cheers erupted in St. Peter’s Square as white smoke billowed – indicating the selection of Pope Leo XIV. The former Cardinal Prevost was born in Chicago. He served two decades as a priest and bishop in Peru. He delivered his first speech as pope this afternoon from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica i…

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Black smoke: first vote of the conclave, ransom paid in school boards’ security breach, Canadian debut for baseball’s new star, and more 26:23

16d ago26:23

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Cardinals began the ancient and secret tradition of electing a new Pope. After the first vote, black smoke indicated that a new Pope had not been chosen. And: School boards that were subject to a data breach last year notify parents that a ransom was paid, but sensitive data was not deleted. Also: In a league of her own. One of Japan’s top female b…

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Carney and Trump meet in Washington, federal Conservatives select an interim leader, Cardinals prepare to elect a new Pope, and more 27:09

17d ago27:09

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Prime Minister Carney visits Washington for his first face-to-face with President Trump. The two leaders talked about tariffs, and how their countries can work together. No decision was made on trade, but Carney pushed back on renewed '51st state' comments from Trump, adding Canada is 'not for sale.' Also: Pierre Poilieve reflects on last week’s el…

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Carney lands in Washington, Trump takes aim at Hollywood North, 80 years since the liberation of the Netherlands from the Nazis, and more 27:02

18d ago27:02

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The Prime Minister is in Washington ahead of Tuesday’s critical first meeting with the U.S. President. Mark Carney and Donald Trump are expected to talk trade, tariffs, and Canada's sovereignty, but some experts question how much will get sorted out during this initial face-to-face. Also: Canada's multi-billion dollar film and television industry p…

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Trump talks Canada and tariffs, Dutch Remembrance Day, Women in the Catholic church, and more 24:27

19d ago24:27

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In a wide ranging interview with NBC's Meet the Press, U.S. President Donald Trump once again repeated his threat of making Canada the 51st state - but ruled out using the military to do so. He also addressed his tariffs, and their blows to his country's economy - and whether he is serious about wanted a third term in the White House. Also: For peo…

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Good Men Behaving Badly

19d ago

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Proverbs contrasts the wise man against three other types—the fool, the simpleton, and the evil one. But the good news of the gospel is that no one is stuck in these lesser categories. And how might they make this move? By fearing the Lord. Watch the video here: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/resources/sermons/good-men-behaving-badly/…

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Ephesians 5:22-32 47:02

19d ago47:02

47:02

By Hank Atchison

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U.S. auto parts tariffs take effect, Labour Party wins Australian election, profitability in women's sports, and more 27:00

20d ago27:00

27:00

U.S. President Donald Trump's 25 percent tariff on auto parts is now in effect - covering everything from engines to door hinges. Canadian auto part imports are exempt for now under the Canada U.S. Mexico free trade agreement. But auto workers in this country are still feeling the sting of the trade war. Also: Voters in Australia have given the Lab…

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The Prime Minister’s priorities, G.M. cuts jobs over Trump’s trade war, CBC News inside Iran, and more 26:39

21d ago26:39

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Prime Minister Mark Carney holds his first news conference since Monday's election win, dropping details of his upcoming meeting in Washington with the U.S. President, a visit from the King, and his priorities for a minority Liberal government. Plus: Trump tariff fallout. General Motors slashes shifts, and hundreds of jobs at its Oshawa, Ontario as…

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Indigenous leaders call for an end to Alberta premier's separatism talk, measles on the rise, Signalgate casualty, and more 26:25

22d ago26:25

26:25

Indigenous leaders speak out against Alberta's premier, and accuse Danielle Smith of trying to create a national unity crisis. The comments come as Alberta proposes a bill to make it easier for voters to trigger referendums — including on seceding from Canada. Also: Measles cases continue to rise across Canada. We look at where this highly contagio…

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Trump talks deals, Carney to do list, students learn WWII history by travelling, and more 26:27

23d ago26:27

26:27

Let’s make a deal. The U.S. President says he congratulated Mark Carney on his election win Monday. Trump says the Prime Minister will be in Washington within the next week to talk trade… and potentially reach an agreement on tariffs. And: Prime Minister Carney may be travelling to Washington but he already faces a long to-do list that includes pic…

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Liberals win a minority, Poilievre loses his seat, Singh resigns, and more 25:32

24d ago25:32

25:32

The Liberals under Mark Carney have won a fourth consecutive term. With another minority government the Liberals will need to find allies to pass their legislative agenda. For the Conservatives... the dust is still settling. They had some big breakthroughs where they needed them, and they got the largest share of the popular vote in the party's his…

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Election Day, tragedy in Vancouver, and more. 26:18

25d ago26:18

26:18

Canadians go to the polls to decide which party and leader will guide the country through economic turmoil, and threats from the U.S. president. And: More details about the victims in the ramming attack Saturday in Vancouver. Eleven people were killed, and more than a dozen are still in hospital. A 30-year-old man is charged with multiple counts of…

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Vancouver car ramming, Final day of election campaign, and more 29:30

26d ago29:30

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At least 11 people are dead and dozens more are injured after an SUV was allegedly rammed through the crowd at a Filipino festival in Vancouver. We have extensive coverage of the investigation now underway - and how communities in B.C. and across the country are mourning. Also: The federal election campaign is coming to a close. We have an in depth…

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What Makes a Man?

26d ago

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In our society, masculinity seems to either be vilified or a cheap machismo is offered up in its place. So, we look to the Scriptures for what it means to be a man. Watch the video here: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/resources/sermons/what-makes-a-man/By The Village Church

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Luke 24:50-52 41:15

26d ago41:15

41:15

By Justin Cosby

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Campaigns enter final weekend, Pope Francis' funeral, Measles on the rise in Alberta, and more 28:36

27d ago28:36

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Federal party leaders are making their last pitches to voters, as the campaign enters its final weekend. While Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh make stops in Ontario, Pierre Poilievre is in B.C. - where seats in that province and others across western Canada could determine what form the next government takes. Also: World leaders, Catholics and thousa…

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Countdown to Election Day, FBI arrests a judge, hockey mistrial, and more. 26:27

28d ago26:27

26:27

With the federal election campaign heading into its last days, party leaders sharpen their messages to voters. Mark Carney leans into the public fear of American annexation, while Pierre Poilievre details the changes he’d deliver in his first 100 days if elected prime minister. Both the NDP and Bloc Quebecois leaders argue they’d have vital roles t…

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Trump/Carney phone call questions, expats vote, daycare company plea, and more 26:40

29d ago26:40

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With just a few days left in this election campaign Liberal leader Mark Carney is hammering home his pitch that he is the best one to take on U.S. President Donald Trump. But there are new questions tonight about just what was said when the two talked back in March. And: Cross border relations are crucial in this campaign. As many as 800-thousand C…

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Poilievre’s plan to arrest homeless, thousands file past pope’s coffin, coral is dying worldwide. 26:49

30d ago26:49

26:49

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising to deal with encampments of homeless people by arresting them. He pledged to clean up the problem in parks but to also get drug treatment for those who need it. Critics want to know how criminalizing homelessness deals with unaffordable housing and helping people in need. Still with the election, th…

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Record on early voting, Pope funeral plans, hockey player trial, and more 25:21

1M ago25:21

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Canadians may be more engaged in this election race than ever before. More than seven million people cast a ballot over the weekend. It’s a record for advance polls. There are just six days left until Election Day, and the parties are working hard to push out their messages. The Conservatives have become the last major party to release a fully-cost…

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Death of the Pope, private healthcare, Hegseth on Signal again, and more 28:14

1M ago28:14

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Pope Francis has died at 88. Catholics around the world are in mourning, as plans are made for his funeral. We have reaction from around the world, and here in Canada, including from Indigenous people, whom the Pope apologized to for the abuses that happened at residential schools. And: Canadians are having to use their own money – to access basic …

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Record turnout in advance voting, encampments outside cities on the rise, Filipino food in small town New Brunswick, and more 29:43

1M ago29:43

29:43

Canadians are voting in record numbers this weekend in advance polls across the country, with nearly two million ballots cast on Friday alone. The high turnout comes as parties begin releasing their costed platforms, and as the campaign heads into its final week. Also: Major cities like Toronto have seen a spike in the number of homeless encampment…

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He Is Alive

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If Jesus of Nazareth actually rose from the dead, it should change everything about our lives. It would reframe our past, bring peace to our present, and set up a future hope that pulls us forward. The witnesses, His Word, and the Church declare, “He has risen!” Watch the video here: https://www.thevillagechurch.net/resources/sermons/he-is-alive/…

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Mark 16:1-8 35:26

1M ago35:26

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Mark 16:1-8By Justin Cosby

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Campaigns unveil costed platforms, U.S. sends asylum seekers to Panama, NHL playoffs begin and more 29:42

1M ago29:42

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Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh unveil the Liberal and NDP costed platforms, as Pierre Poilievre talks about tackling the fentanyl crisis. You'll hear about today's election campaign announcements as Canadians continue to head to advance polls to get their votes in early. Also: The crackdown on immigration in the U.S. has sent hundreds of asylum seek…

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Advance polls open, Ukraine ceasefire talks, the Bible in Hollywood, and more… 26:57

1M ago26:57

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Advance polls are open, bringing with them the opportunity to vote, but also some frustration. Line ups at some polls are long, as people use a holiday to get out and vote. And: U.S. President Donald Trump says he wants to help broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine but – he won’t wait forever. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. c…

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English debate, what farmers want, signs of life in space, and more 25:05

1M ago25:05

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It’s debate night – again. The major party leaders will directly face off with each other for the last time before election day. With just over a week to go, there’s a lot on the line for each of them. One cohort that may be watching closely: farmers. We have a story about what farmers in northern Alberta want to hear before they cast their votes. …

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French debate night, interest rates hold, women's pro soccer in Canada, and more 26:52

1M ago26:52

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Canada’s main election rivals are on stage tonight for one of their toughest challenges: the French language debate. The Conservatives, NDP and Bloc Québécois will be out to take the sheen off the Liberals who are doing well in the polls. Absent from the stage will be the Green Party, which lost its spot at the eleventh hour. And: Dozens of ridings…

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Fears over Honda report, food inflation, chemicals in mattresses, and more 25:57

1M ago25:57

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Honda says it is not planning to move production out of Canada in the foreseeable future. A report in Japanese media claimed the automaker was considering moving to the United States in response to Donald Trump’s tariff plan. Political leaders respond on the federal campaign trail. And: Overall inflation cooled to 2.3 per cent in Canada last month,…

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Notwithstanding or not? Tariff confusion, new ideas on child obesity, and more 27:14

1M ago27:14

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Canada’s party leaders react to a proposal to circumvent the constitution to get tougher on convicted criminals. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre says he’s willing to use the notwithstanding clause to allow for longer prison sentences. Liberal Leader Mark Carney called using the plan “a dangerous step.” And: Donald Trump may be changing his pla…

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Federal campaign tricks, New York businesses missing Canadian tourists, seniors in Hong Kong cope with loneliness, and more 29:02

1M ago29:02

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Time is running out for leaders to sell their pitches to voters, with the federal campaign entering its final weeks. The Conservative party is accusing the Liberals of attempting to bring American style politics to Canada - after Liberal operatives planted buttons with divisive messages at a Conservative conference in Ottawa last week. Also: More t…

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