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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Made-in-Canada Inflation: Ottawa’s Role and Wab Kinew

For many Canadians, a trip to the grocery store or opening a utility bill has become a source of financial stress. The common narrative points to global forces like supply chain disruptions and international conflicts. While these are contributing factors, a deeper look reveals a significant Made-in-Canada inflation problem driven by specific government policies. From […]

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Alberta’s Sovereignty Act Hits Major Legal Roadblock

In a landmark ruling with profound implications for the balance of power in Canada, Alberta’s controversial Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act has been dealt a severe blow. A judge with the Court of King’s Bench has declared that the provincial government’s use of the act to challenge the federal Clean Electricity Regulations (CER)

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Conservatives new campaign manager: what changed?

In the high-stakes world of federal politics, personnel changes can signal major strategic shifts. The recent appointment of Steve Outhouse as the principal secretary to Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is one such move, sending ripples through Ottawa’s political circles. This decision, replacing longtime Poilievre confidant Sean O’Leary, is widely seen as a pivotal moment where

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Immigration Minister Denies U.S. Immigration Cut Awareness

In the complex world of international diplomacy, a single document can send ripples across borders. This was the case recently when a Canadian diplomatic cable, obtained by CBC News, revealed concerns from U.S. politicians about Canada’s rapidly rising immigration targets. The cable has ignited a political firestorm, raising questions about foreign influence and the future

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Alberta Signs Deal with Carney Gov to Advance B.C. Pipeline

In a landmark move that signals a potential thaw in one of Canada’s most contentious political relationships, the governments of Alberta and Ottawa have announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This agreement aims to establish a framework for collaboration on strategic energy infrastructure, a breakthrough that could reshape the nation’s economic and environmental future.

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Liberal MP Resigns from Carney’s Cabinet Over Alberta Deal

In a dramatic move that underscores the deep political fissures over Canada’s climate policy, Liberal MP Ya’ara Saks has resigned from her role in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet. Her departure comes as a direct protest against the federal government’s recent energy agreement with the province of Alberta, a deal she asserts fails to adequately

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Carney loses Cabinet minister over pipeline push

In a stunning political rupture that lays bare the deep tensions within Canada’s climate policy, Steven Guilbeault, the nation’s high-profile Minister of Environment and Climate Change, has resigned from cabinet. His departure is a direct protest against the federal government’s controversial decision to approve the expansion of the Trans Mountain oil pipeline, a move he

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Canada’s Landmark Energy Deal with Alberta: What to Know

For years, the relationship between the federal government in Ottawa and the province of Alberta has been defined by a bitter stalemate over energy and climate policy. The contentious debate around pipelines, emissions, and economic competitiveness often seemed like an insurmountable hurdle, creating uncertainty for investors and workers alike. However, a groundbreaking new agreement signals

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Canada–Alberta pipeline deal MOU: read the full signed text

In a significant move aimed at resolving one of Canada’s most persistent economic and political challenges, the federal government and the province of Alberta have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This agreement signals a new era of collaboration designed to accelerate the construction and expansion of critical energy pipelines and related infrastructure. The

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Alberta–Ottawa Energy Deal Marks Shift in Politics

A landmark agreement between Alberta and the federal government on energy and climate policy has sent shockwaves through Canada’s political and economic spheres. The deal, which centers on a collaborative approach to carbon capture and major pipeline projects, represents a significant departure from the decades of acrimony that have defined federal-provincial relations on energy. This

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