Good morning, Itâs Wednesday, March 5th. In todayâs news, We examine the aftermath and reactions to Trumpâs tariffs, Trudeuaâs SNC-Lavalin scandal continues, Democratic Senators launch identical attack on Trump exposing blatant propoganda, Canadaâs Cyber Security Agency warns of Chinaâs ârepeatedâ attacks on all levels of government, and much more.
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The Aftermath of Trumpâs Tariffs: Whatâs Happening Now
Trudeau Accuses Trump of Using US Tariffs to Push for âAnnexationâ of Canada
Trudeau calls Trumpâs tariffs an âexcuseâ to cripple Canadaâs economy and push for âannexation,â dismissing the fentanyl justification as bogus. With 25% counter-tariffs in place, Trudeau warns of further retaliatory measures while questioning Trumpâs true intentions. US officials insist the goal is stopping fentanyl, not a trade war. More
1 Million Jobs at Risk From US Tariffs: Immigration Minister
Up to one million Canadian jobs are at risk due to Trumpâs tariffs, warns Immigration Minister Marc Miller. With Canadaâs economy heavily reliant on U.S. trade, industries facing 25% tariffs could see mass layoffs. A CIBC analysis predicts a 5% GDP drop if tariffs persist. The Bank of Canada cautions that unlike COVID-19, there wonât be a quick recovery. More
Most Canadian Provinces Remove US Alcohol From Stores in Response to Tariffs
Most Canadian provinces are pulling US liquor from store shelves in response to Trumpâs tariffs. Ontario, Quebec, and several Atlantic provinces have already begun removal, while Alberta and Saskatchewan are considering their approach. More
Ford Planning Major Retaliation Against Trump Tariffs
Ontario Premier Doug Ford vowed to retaliate against Trumpâs tariffs by cutting electricity exports to US states and canceling $100 million worth of Starlink contracts. He also pledged to redirect $30 billion in procurement away from the U.S., prioritize Ontario-made goods, and expand trade with 51 countries with tariff-free agreements. Ford called for retailers to label Ontario-made products with a Canadian flag and threatened legislation to enforce "Buy Ontario First" policies. More
Quebec to Loan Companies up to $50 Million to Counter US Tariffs
Quebec Premier François Legault announced a $50 million liquidity loan program for local companies to help them survive and reduce their dependency on U.S. trade amid the new tariffs. The province will also offer low-interest loans to boost productivity and prioritize local businesses in public project tenders. More
Trump Says Canadaâs Retaliatory Tariffs Will Be Met With Reciprocal Tariffs
President Donald Trump responded to Canada's retaliation against US tariffs by warning of reciprocal tariffs. Canada announced tariffs on $155 billion worth of US imports, with a first phase already in effect. Trump's administration is also reviewing trade practices to impose additional tariffs, particularly targeting Canada's sales tax and supply management system. More
US Commerce Secretary: Trump 'Probably' Announcing Some Tariff Relief for Canada and Mexico on Wednesday:
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested that the Trump administration could announce a pathway for tariff relief on Canadian and Mexican goods as soon as the next day. He mentioned that both countries had been in contact with President Trump, who is considering a middle-ground solution for tariff adjustments. Lutnick emphasized that while the tariffs wouldnât be fully rolled back, relief could be offered to countries adhering to the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement. More
Tiny Thought: A lot of this information seems reactionary, inflammatory, and even contradictory. In short, things are moving fast, and for now, it's pure chaos.
Convicted of Fraud, Rewarded with Billions: Trudeauâs SNC-Lavalin Scandal Continues
The SNC-Lavalin affair remains one of the clearest examples of corruption under Justin Trudeauâs government. In 2018, Trudeau and his aides pressured then-Attorney General Jody Wilson-Raybould to halt the prosecution of SNC-Lavalin, which was accused of bribing Libyan officials between 2001 and 2011. When Wilson-Raybould refused, she was demoted and forced out of the Liberal caucus. The Ethics Commissioner ruled that Trudeau violated conflict-of-interest laws, yet SNC-Lavalinânow rebranded as AtkinsRĂŠalisâcontinued securing millions in taxpayer-funded contracts.
Since its fraud conviction, SNC-Lavalin has been awarded at least $80 million in federal contracts, covering engineering, maintenance, and environmental services. These include $5.7 million for site remediation, $2.8 million for contaminated site assessments, and $1.5 million for architectural consulting. Despite its criminal history, the company remains deeply embedded in federal infrastructure projects.
Now, Trudeau has announced a $3.9 billion investment into the Alto high-speed rail project, with SNC-Lavalinâunder its new name, AtkinsRĂŠalisâat the center of it. The government selected the Cadence consortium, which includes AtkinsRĂŠalis, to develop, design, and eventually build the TorontoâQuebec City rail system.
This is not about infrastructureâitâs a massive taxpayer-funded bailout for a politically connected firm. Despite fraud convictions, ethics violations, and a history of corruption, SNC-Lavalin is once again being rewarded with seemingly endless amount of public funds. In Canada, corruption isnât punishedâitâs paid for.
Who is Writing the Script? Senatorsâ Identical Attack on Trump Exposes Blatant Propaganda
Something is wrong when multiple U.S. senators release the exact same statement, word for word, as if they were actors in a state-sponsored broadcast. This is no longer just political messagingâitâs scripted propaganda, and itâs becoming painfully obvious.
The Democratic Partyâs latest campaign, âSh-- That Ainât True,â saw prominent senators like Chuck Schumer and Elizabeth Warren repeating identical lines condemning Donald Trumpâs economic policies. This raises a critical question: Who is writing these scripts? The American people elect representatives, not mouthpieces. When multiple senators deliver the same statement, itâs clear they arenât speaking for themselves. So who is speaking through them?
Are these talking points being crafted by intelligence agencies that have long manipulated public opinion under the guise of national security? Are corporate interest groupsâthe same ones that benefit from policies that crush the working classâdictating what these politicians say? Or is this simply a coordinated effort by Democratic strategists to ensure complete message control, reducing public discourse to nothing more than an echo chamber?
This kind of uniform messaging is a hallmark of controlled narratives, where repetition replaces truth. Itâs no longer about presenting an argumentâitâs about manufacturing one. By flooding the public with a single, unified voice, dissent is drowned out before it can even begin.
The American people deserve to know who is writing the script for the leaders who are supposed to be representing their interests. Because when elected officials are reduced to reading from a teleprompter, democracy itself is little more than a stage playâone where the audience is never told who the real director is.
Canadaâs Cyber Security Agency Warns of Chinaâs âRepeatedâ Attacks on All Levels of Government
Canadaâs cybersecurity agency has issued a warning about ongoing cyber espionage by the Chinese regime, describing it as the "greatest ongoing" threat to the country. The Chinese government has repeatedly targeted all levels of Canadian government, with over 20 documented attacks in recent years, aiming to access sensitive information on decision-making, regional affairs, and personal data. These cyber threats are sophisticated, persistent, and well-resourced, often going unnoticed as cyber actors blend into normal system traffic. The reliance on third-party vendors and service providers further exposes vulnerabilities. The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security urges stronger collaboration and information sharing to defend against these persistent threats. More
Elections Ontario Probing Video Highlighting Major Election Flaws
Elections Ontario is investigating after a whistleblower, using the YouTube account "MCGA," exposed vulnerabilities in the province's voting system. The anonymous individual filmed himself registering to vote using fake documents, including a TD bank statement with a fake name and address, across 13 electoral districts. The exposĂŠ highlighted the lack of photo ID enforcement in Ontario's electoral process, with Elections Ontario allowing various documents as proof of identity and address, such as bank statements, for voter registration. The whistleblower stopped short of voting, intending only to reveal the system's flaws. More
Zelenskyy Says White House Clash âRegrettable,â Ready for Peace Talks - The Ukrainian president delivered his first public remarks since the Trump administration paused military aid on March 3. More
Trudeau Will Stay as Prime Minister for Transition, but the Timeline is Up to His Successor - Trudeau: âIt should happen reasonably quickly, but thereâs a lot of things to do in a transition like this, particularly at this complicated time in the world.â More
EU Chief Unveils âŹ800 Billion Plan to âRearmâ Europe - More
Arab Leaders Endorse $53 Billion Plan to Rebuild Gaza as Alternative to Trump Idea - The plan called on Palestinian representation to be unified under the PLO, which excludes Hamas. More
Senate Democrats Delay Bill Prohibiting Males From Playing in Women's Sports After Republicans Fail to Break Filibuster - More
How Long Will it Be Before Canadians See Higher Prices Due to Tariffs?
The impact of US and Canadian tariffs on prices will vary by product. Essentials like fruits, vegetables, and everyday retail goods could see price hikes within a week due to fast inventory turnover. Other consumer items, such as liquor and durable goods, may take longer, as businesses stocked up ahead of the tariffs. Large industrial equipment and goods with slower inventory cycles might not see increases for weeks or even months. While some businesses may absorb costs to stay competitive, heavily protected industries like telecom and airlines are expected to pass them directly to consumers. More
Survey: 33% of Canadian Businesses Can Survive Trade War Lasting More Than One Year - More
BlackRock Strikes Deal to Bring Ports on Both Sides of Panama Canal Under American Control - More
NASA and Nokia Launch First Mobile Network On The Moon
NASA and Nokia have deployed the first-ever 4G mobile network on the Moon as part of the IM-2 mission. The Lunar Surface Communication System (LSCS) will enable real-time data exchange for robotic rovers testing the network. While the initial deployment lasts only a few days, it serves as a proof-of-concept for future lunar communication infrastructure. The system is designed to support NASAâs Artemis program, which aims for a sustained lunar presence by the 2030s. However, concerns remain about potential interference with radio astronomy, prompting regulatory measures for future expansions. More
Wooly Mouse: Scientists Genetically Engineer Mice With Thick Hair Like the Extinct Woolly Mammoth - More
A Third of Children Worldwide Forecast to be Obese or Overweight by 2050 - More
Kyrie Irving Knee Injury Latest Blow, Makes Luka Doncic Trade Even Worse
Kyrie Irvingâs season-ending ACL tear is a crushing blow to the Mavericks, all but guaranteeing they wonât return to the NBA Finals. Irving was their best player this season, averaging 24.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists, keeping Dallas afloat despite multiple injuries. His absence not only hurts the team now but also puts his 2025-26 season in jeopardy, as ACL recoveries are long and gruelingâjust ask Jamal Murray.
Meanwhile, Luka Doncic is thriving with the Lakers, leading them to a 10-2 record since the trade and forming a dominant duo with LeBron James. As Dallas struggles to hold onto a play-in spot, LA is surging up the standings, making the optics of the trade look even worse. More
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Eagles Sign Saquon to 2-year Extension Reportedly Worth $41.2 Million - More
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