Examining Carney's Initial Agenda + Speculation Surrounding Poilievre's Possible Departure

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Tanks around Toronto and a Trump in command? Mysterious plaques have popped up around the city depicting a potential U.S. takeover in the near future. We chatted with the creator behind these thought-provoking pieces.

Get the latest updates on Mark Carney's top priority, controversies surrounding Pierre Poilievre's future, and what specialists advise for Carney on handling Canada's immigration system.

DON'T MISS OUT

Lifting Trump's tariffs is Mark Carney's top priority

An upcoming meeting with Trump is on the horizon. Here's what know-it-alls informed Tonda MacCharles about the PM's priorities.

Unity is essential, and Carney must exhibit one quality to achieve it.
Preparations Carney should make at home before squaring off against Trump in Washington.

Whispers about Pierre Poilievre's destiny lingering

As federal-provincial Tory tensions heighten, the fog remains thick about Poilievre's fate.

Retaliation from Ford against federal Tories' accusations of sabotaging Pierre Poilievre
Leadership aspirations for prominent New Democrats as the party grapples with a devastating election loss.

Crafting a more effective immigration system according to experts

As Trump's election took center stage, it's high time to refocus on this pressing issue.

A majority of Canadians now believe there's too much immigration
How Canada's immigration system changed under Justin Trudeau.

WHAT YOU SHOULDN'T MISS

Alberta, a hotbed of the anti-Trudeau movement, now seems to be Mark Carney's arena.
Conservative rule victorious in a mock student election. Is the Liberal party sweating?
Doug Ford plans to appeal against an injunction preventing the removal of Toronto bike lanes.
An assault charge against a U of T encampment protester was withdrawn – a whole year later.
The jury heard in the world junior sex assault case yesterday. What went down?
A cop accused of domestic violence resigned before facing misconduct charges.
Billionaire mall owner Weihong Liu shared with the Star her plans for Hudson's Bay stores.
Ukraine grants the U.S. access to its valuable mineral riches under a new deal.
Plummeting rent prices in the GTHA. Why and for how long?
A study on gaming's impacts on mental health has been released.
Priyanka's blend of a drag competition and a makeover show in "Drag Brunch Saved My Life" steals the show.
Nick Kypreos: Matthews, Marner, and the Maple Leafs have their work cut out for them in Game 6.

OPINION

Despite their diminished numbers, the NDP still hold sway. Here's how they should exercise it.

PANORAMA

BMO FIELD: CF Montreal goalkeeper Jonathan Sirois was unable to prevent Toronto FC midfielder Kobe Franklin's kick during last night's Telus Canadian Championship, resulting in a penalty shootout loss for Toronto FC. Get the recap.

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[1] https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2022/04/15/toronto-tanks-depicting-a- possible-us-invasion-spark-debate-news-politics.html

The mysterious plaques around Toronto, depicting potential U.S. takeover, have sparked debates and prompted an interview with the creator of these thought-provoking pieces.
As Mark Carney prepares to meet with Trump, there's been buzz about his top priority: lifting Trump's tariffs. Insights on this matter come from a recent chat with informed know-it-alls.
Unity is essential for Carney, and one quality he needs to exhibit to achieve it is unspecified.
Preparations Carney should make at home before squaring off against Trump in Washington are yet to be disclosed.
Whispers about Pierre Poilievre's future continue to linger as federal-provincial Tory tensions heighten.
Retaliation from Ford against federal Tories' accusations of sabotaging Pierre Poilievre is a pending event.
With the party grappling with a devastating election loss, leadership aspirations for prominent New Democrats are on the rise.
As the immigration system is a pressing issue, experts have advised on crafting a more effective system for Canada.
Now, with a majority of Canadians believing there's too much immigration, it's crucial to refocus on this matter.
The impact of gaming on mental health is a topic of discussion, as a new study on this subject has been released.
In a TV show titled "Drag Brunch Saved My Life," Priyanka's blend of a drag competition and a makeover show has stolen the show this week.
Nick Kypreos suggests that Matthews, Marner, and the Maple Leafs have their work cut out for them in Game 6, as they strive to make a comeback against their opponents.