• Carney appoints astronaut Jeremy Hansen to advise government on new space strategy

  Source: CBC Politics
  Date: 2026-10-21 22:01:14.0
  Tags: [National, Technology, Infrastructure, Defence, Trade, Governance]

  Prime Minister Mark Carney appointed Artemis II astronaut Jeremy Hansen as a special adviser on space strategy to counsel the Prime Minister and Industry Minister Mélanie Joly on national sovereignty, security, and global contributions. The appointment coincides with Canada shifting its space partnerships toward the European Space Agency and away from American private firm SpaceX, drawing commentary from U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra. Additionally, Defence Minister David McGuinty announced a $20-million agreement for a space launch complex in southern Newfoundland to ensure independent and reliable orbital access during geopolitical tensions.

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• Carney rallies Liberal MPs as 'crucial session' of Parliament set to resume

  Source: CBC Politics
  Date: 2026-09-18 21:18:23.0
  Tags: [National, Infrastructure, Economy, Technology, Governance, Social Services]

  Prime Minister Mark Carney rallied the Liberal caucus ahead of the fall session of the House of Commons, announcing forthcoming legislation including the Building Canada Strong Act to streamline major project reviews to a "one project, one review, one year" standard. The federal government also plans to introduce social media and AI regulation legislation targeting online harms, cyberbullying, and child exploitation by tech companies. Additionally, an upcoming fall federal budget will outline fiscal plans to manage spending, optimize the balance sheet, and expand social programs such as child care.

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