This news roundup covers a range of stories from across Canada, including a revealing hot mic moment with Ontario PC Leader Doug Ford, Parks Canada's decision to reverse its Amazon-only purchasing policy, a new wrongful conviction review body, Disney's blockbuster 'Moana 2' and its impact on the company's profits, and concerning trends regarding parental phone habits and children's exposure to mature content.
Ontario Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford was inadvertently recorded expressing his initial delight at Donald Trump's victory in the 2020 US presidential election, but his satisfaction waned when the prospect of tariffs emerged. Ford's remarks were caught on a hot mic, revealing his initial enthusiasm for Trump's win, which he believed would benefit Canada economically. However, his tone shifted when the possibility of retaliatory tariffs from the US government was raised.
In other news, Parks Canada has reversed its controversial directive requiring the purchase of supplies exclusively from Amazon. The agency faced criticism for prioritizing a single vendor over Canadian businesses and promoting a company with a history of labor disputes and environmental concerns. Meanwhile, a new wrongful conviction review body is expected to handle hundreds of applications, offering a fresh chance for those unjustly imprisoned to seek exoneration. The body will evaluate cases based on factors such as evolving forensic evidence, eyewitness testimony discrepancies, and potential prosecutorial misconduct. In the entertainment world, Disney's animated musical 'Moana 2' has proven to be a box-office sensation, driving significant profits in the first quarter. The film's success reflects the enduring popularity of animated musicals and Disney's ability to create commercially successful and critically acclaimed content.Rounding out the news, a study has revealed a concerning trend: parents' phone habits are inadvertently exposing their children to mature content. The study highlights the importance of parental awareness and proactive measures to safeguard children from potentially harmful online material. Additionally, multiple Toyota models have been recalled due to a potential steering wheel defect, emphasizing the ongoing need for vigilance in automotive safety
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Land long reserved for possible airport in Pickering, Ont., will go to Parks Canada, Ottawa saysTransport Minister Anita Anand says the government determined that a new airport ‘is not the best use’ of the federal Pickering lands
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Land long reserved for possible Pickering airport will go to Parks Canada: ministerAfter half a century in limbo, the federal government says it will scrap plans to build an airport on thousands of acres in Pickering, Ont., and instead look to transfer the land to Parks Canada.
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