Author name: Riley Thorne

Riley Thorne is a Canadian journalist and political expert with 9+ years of professional experience covering national policy, political affairs, defense technology, aviation, travel, and economic developments in Canada. She earned her Bachelor of Public Affairs from the prestigious Carleton University and completed advanced studies in media and strategic communications at the selective Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University). Riley focuses on in-depth political analysis and reporting on issues shaping Canada.

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Liberals Stall Debate on Removing Religious Hate Defences

In the charged arena of Canadian politics, a critical debate over the balance between religious freedom and protection from hate speech has hit a significant roadblock. Accusations are flying in Ottawa that the governing Liberal Party is deliberately stalling parliamentary progress on a bill aimed at removing religious defences from the country’s hate speech laws. […]

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Armenian, Canadian officials discuss political dialogue

The relationship between Armenia and Canada, two nations connected by a vibrant diaspora and shared democratic values, is entering a period of significant growth. Recent high-level diplomatic engagements signal a mutual desire to elevate the partnership beyond traditional ties, focusing on enhanced political dialogue, economic cooperation, and collaborative efforts on global challenges. This strengthening bond

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Canadians Respond Positively to Carney-Smith Energy Alliance

A powerful new partnership is capturing the imagination of Canadians, signaling a significant shift in the national conversation around climate action and economic opportunity. The recent alliance between Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, and Wes Hall, the influential Canadian businessman and “Shark Tank” star, is being met

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US Approves $3.8B Air Strike Weapon Sale to Canada

In a significant move to bolster its military capabilities, Canada has finalized a major arms purchase from its closest ally. The federal government has entered into a multibillion-dollar agreement with the United States to acquire advanced air-to-air missiles and other precision-guided munitions for its fleet of F-35 fighter jets. This deal, valued at up to

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ICE: Canadian-Ordered Armoured Vehicles Made in US

A major contract for new armored vehicles for the Canadian Army has ignited a significant debate about domestic industrial benefits, supply chain sovereignty, and the realities of modern defense manufacturing. While the vehicles are being procured from a renowned Canadian company, the revelation that final assembly will occur in the United States has raised questions

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Government Sends Stellantis Deal to Committee

In a significant victory for government transparency and parliamentary oversight, the full, unredacted version of the multi-billion dollar agreement between the Canadian government and automaker Stellantis has been made public. This comes after a dramatic standoff in the House of Commons, where opposition parties united to demand the release of the secretive contract, threatening to

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Yellowknife Eyes Exploratory Committee for 2035 Canada Games

The capital of the Northwest Territories is taking its first ambitious steps toward a major national sporting event. Yellowknife is formally considering a bid to host the 2035 Canada Winter Games, a move that would bring the nation’s largest multi-sport event for young athletes to the North for the very first time. City councillors have

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LeBlanc Confident U.S. Will Honor CUSMA Trade Deal

For anyone with a stake in North American trade—from farmers and factory workers to CEOs and consumers—a single question looms large on the horizon: what happens to the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) after the 2024 U.S. election? With the deal’s six-year review clause approaching and a potentially volatile political season ahead, uncertainty is the new

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Opinion: House of Commons Approves 6-Week Holiday Break

The House of Commons has officially adjourned, marking the start of a lengthy winter break for Canada’s federal politicians. MPs have departed Ottawa for a six-week recess, a period of downtime that is drawing both scrutiny and sighs of relief after a tumultuous fall session dominated by heated political battles and significant legislative pushes. This

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