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US Bill Would Prevent ‘Chinese-Connected’ Cars in Canada From Entering United States

Two U.S. lawmakers are set to introduce a bill aimed at preventing “Chinese-connected vehicles” from entering the United States via Canada and Mexico, amid growing concerns over Chinese-made electric vehicles entering the Canadian market. U.S. Representative Haley Stevens and Senator Elissa Slotkin, both Democrats, announced the Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act last week at […]

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Federal Government’s New AI Strategy Will Emphasize Trust, Minister Says

The federal government’s new artificial intelligence strategy will look to build trust in AI, Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon said Tuesday just days before he is expected to finally make the plan public. “It’ll be lots on trust, lots on empowering workers, lots on building Canada. You’ll see the details later this week,” Solomon told reporters. The long-awaited AI strategy is set to be released this week. The federal government has said it will include new privacy and online safety laws. Solomon said trust is “absolutely vital” and upcoming legislation on online harms and privacy will be an important element in building that trust.

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Five Charged With Promoting Hatred Against Jewish Community During Toronto Protest

Five people have been arrested and charged with wilful promotion of hatred after anti-Semitic signs were displayed during a protest in Toronto. Toronto police say five suspects attended a demonstration on March 15 at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West, a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood, where protesters and counter-protesters clashed over support for Israel.

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Alberta’s Smith to Meet Quebec Premier This Week on Separatism and Energy

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is scheduled to meet with her counterpart in Quebec City this week, where energy and separatism are expected to be among the main topics of discussion. Smith told reporters on June 1 that she is optimistic about Quebec Premier Christine Frechette’s willingness to discuss an east-west energy corridor, and emphasized that she has consistently advocated for the development of a self-sufficient energy sector each time she has met with Quebec’s leadership. Frechette has discussed reopening that conversation as well, Smith added. Smith said while both she and Frechette wish to stay in Canada as separatist sentiments rise in their provinces, they share common goals in strengthening their independence....

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