The Canadian Armed Forces would be required to procure 72 Gripen fighter jets and six GlobalEye surveillance aircraft from Swedish manufacturer Saab to fulfill its commitment of generating 12,600 jobs in Canada, as per CBC News sources. Saab's proposals for both aircraft are presently under examination by defense and economic experts in Ottawa. Saab had previously indicated the potential to generate around 10,000 jobs in Canada, but the specific number of aircraft orders needed to achieve this figure had not been disclosed publicly yet. The Swedish company's initiatives have garnered significant interest from the Canadian government, aiming to diversify the country's military equipment sources and bolster the...

The Winter Olympics and Paralympics have long symbolized a celebration of winter sports, with snow, cold weather, and mountain landscapes taking center stage. However, the reliance on consistent winter conditions is being challenged as temperatures increase and snowfall becomes less predictable. Environmental experts caution that Olympic organizers may be overstating the sustainability of the Games. As Italy prepares to host the upcoming Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games, the impact of climate change on planning decisions, infrastructure development, and climate commitments is becoming increasingly evident. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has recognized the issue, with a study commissioned in 2024 revealing that by the 2050s, only around half...

Former Liberal cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland has announced her resignation as a Member of Parliament, signaling a significant change for the party. The prominent...

A nationwide closure of seven research facilities, including two satellite farms in Saskatchewan, is being carried out by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. The affected...