Evening BriefSaturday, November 7, 2026

1. Politics

   Premier Moe praises federal budget as Poilievre criticises Carney

   Premier Scott Moe called the federal budget the best in a decade, while Pierre Poilievre said Prime Minister Mark Carney has allowed economic disaster in people's lives. Minister LeBlanc highlighted Budget 2026 investments in housing and homelessness.

   Sources: Global News, CBC, CPAC

2. Leadership & Policy

   Aid groups criticise federal budget for omitting foreign aid

   The budget tabled Thursday by Prime Minister Mark Carney's government makes no mention of foreign aid, international assistance or international development. Aid sector groups have criticised the omission.

   Sources: Global News, thecanadianpressnews.ca

3. Energy & Economy

   Experts explain budget's effects on businesses, debt and investments

   Experts answered reader questions on how the federal budget helps businesses, how Canada plans to manage its debt and what it means for personal investments. Separately, coverage examined what Ottawa's 'RRSP for life' plan means for seniors.

   Sources: Globe and Mail, CBC

4. Leadership & Policy

   Veterans lose federal security contract to subsidiary of U.S. company

   A Conservative motion asking the government to cancel a security contract awarded to a Canadian subsidiary of an American company was defeated. The Commissionaires expressed concern about future work for the veterans they employ.

   Source: CTV

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