Government
COVID-19 crisis has transformed higher education: RBC
More than 2 million college and university students moved to on-line learning since March.
Protests eclipse pandemic, White House fears resurgence
A second wave would be a setback to the economic recovery and Trump’s reelection hopes.
Trudeau to join global COVID-19 vaccine fundraiser
Calls for fair access to ensure any new vaccine is distributed to poor countries.
How engineering nature turns environmental problems into global issues
Consequences of a massively connected globe are real and, unfortunately, not limited to pandemics.
Court ruling orders NS to better protect endangered species
The ruling is the result of a judicial review application by the Federation of Nova Scotia Naturalists
Canada’s efforts to get on the UN Security Council will likely end in failure
A petition was signed by close to 150 individuals and organizations, all calling on the UN to deny Canada the coveted seat
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Feds continue to add to COVID-19 supply stores for future demand [UPDATED]
Balance needed between global sourcing and continuing to bolster manufacturing capabilities at home.
Liberals detail changes to COVID-19 aid, MPs asked to OK new spending
More workers than expected were applying for Canada Emergency Response Benefit.
Iran scientist acquitted in US trade secrets case deported
Accused of stealing research from a project for the US Navy Office of Naval Research to create and produce anti-corrosive stainless steel.
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Trump unleashes force on peaceful Washington protest
Declared himself president of law and order as tear gas launched and rubber bullets flew to disperse crowds.
Trudeau rejects Trump suggestion to re-admit Russia to G7, citing Crimea
PM says nothing has changed since Russia was ejected from the G8 in 2014 over its annexation of territory from Ukraine.
Ontario makes temporary change to layoff regulations to help businesses
Change allows non-unionized workers to be placed on a temporary leave and eligible for federal emergency income support programs.
Vulnerability to money laundering on par with similar countries: expert
Apparent “upswing” in underground banking networks connecting the proceeds of crime in the UK with capital flight from China.
Huawei’s ambitions for Canada stalled by rift with China: security expert
Jonathan Miller says China’s behaviour in the Meng case adds to the perception it can’t be trusted to allow Huawei to be independent of Beijing.
Canada, allies condemn China on Hong Kong security law
Statement said the law is “in direct conflict” with China’s “international obligations under the principles of the legally binding” agreement.
