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Stop calling Canada's latest big idea a sovereign wealth fund | About That

Stop calling Canada’s latest big idea a sovereign wealth fund | About That

Prime Minister Mark Carney introduced a sovereign wealth fund for Canada to bolster national projects, create jobs and grow taxpayer money — but it’s not a sovereign wealth fund in the traditional sense. Andrew Chang explains the stark differences between the Canada Strong Fund and other countries’ sovereign wealth funds, and what we know so far about how it will work.

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Vancouver is running out of water – and the solutions are wild

Vancouver is running out of water – and the solutions are wild

As Metro Vancouver’s population grows and its reliable snowpack shrinks, the race is on to secure the region’s water supply for the next century. But the solutions on the table are bolder than you might expect, ranging from tapping backup lakes to giant straws and massive dam expansions. CBC’s Johanna Wagstaffe investigates how the city plans to keep the taps running. Correction: This video was edited after it was first published to correct spelling errors in the names of two people.

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'Hardest thing I've ever done': Man runs 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents
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December 15, 2024

‘Hardest thing I’ve ever done’: Man runs 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents

Reg Willick, 62, from Spiritwood, Sask., finished the Great World…

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The band at this Newfoundland school is 120 strong. Here's why
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December 15, 2024

The band at this Newfoundland school is 120 strong. Here’s why

At Lewisporte Collegiate, there are 250 students and 120 play…

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Luigi Mangione's notes to self: 'Change hat, shoes, pluck eyebrows'
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December 15, 2024

Luigi Mangione’s notes to self: ‘Change hat, shoes, pluck eyebrows’

Pluck eyebrows. Buy less conspicuous shoes. Take a bus or…

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Luigi Mangione's defence argues evidence found in search should be excluded
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December 15, 2024

Luigi Mangione’s defence argues evidence found in search should be excluded

Moments after Luigi Mangione was put in handcuffs at a…

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Luigi Mangione, accused in UnitedHealthCare CEO killing, pleads not guilty
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December 15, 2024

Luigi Mangione, accused in UnitedHealthCare CEO killing, pleads not guilty

The man accused of fatally shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare…

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Luigi Mangione extradited to New York to face federal murder, stalking charges
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December 15, 2024

Luigi Mangione extradited to New York to face federal murder, stalking charges

The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson…

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Senators spar over bill banning horse export to Japan, animal advocates fear time is running out
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December 15, 2024

Senators spar over bill banning horse export to Japan, animal advocates fear time is running out

A Manitoba senator who has passionately spoken about banning the…

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How a surprise visit with King Charles gave these Canadian women a 'top of the mountain' moment
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December 15, 2024

How a surprise visit with King Charles gave these Canadian women a ‘top of the mountain’ moment

An unexpected visit with King Charles at Buckingham Palace is…

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Nationwide protests in Georgia are a battle for the direction of the country — toward Europe or Russia
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December 15, 2024

Nationwide protests in Georgia are a battle for the direction of the country — toward Europe or Russia

As tens of thousands of Georgians protest the government’s move…

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