Retirees criticize 'Working Canadians Rebate', Apology for sled dog killings, Night train resurgence, and more
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In an effort to help ease financial stress for Canadians, the federal government introduced the "Working Canadians Rebate" earlier this week - which will give people an extra 250 dollars this spring. But some retired seniors say that initiative unfairly excludes them.
Also: For decades, the Inuit in Nunavik have been waiting to hear the words "I'm sorry" from the Government of Canada - after the mass killing of sled dogs decades ago. Now, that apology has officially been made.
And: We'll take you on an overnight rail journey and explore why night trains could be making a comeback in Europe.
Plus: Addressing abuse in sport, pressuring fashion companies to cut back on waste, Yarmouth's history of immigration, and more.
It's been a day of chaos and confusion at the COP 29 climate summit in Azerbaijan - as the conference ran deep into overtime, but finally secured a deal. At the heart of the dispute was money, and how much rich countries owe to poor countries to help them adapt to climate change.
Also: The Biden...
Published 11/23/24
Some provinces say they were blindsided by the federal plan for a GST holiday. That’s because those with harmonized sales taxes could be out millions of dollars.
And: The Canadian dollar is hovering at its lowest level in five years. The long, slow decline sped up after Donald Trump’s election...
Published 11/22/24