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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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She paid her kid $100 to read a book. Experts say results may vary
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December 12, 2024

She paid her kid $100 to read a book. Experts say results may vary

Mireille Silcoff’s daughter never read for pleasure, until she offered…

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Ahead of parole hearing, slain McCann family's son wants Travis Vader to admit guilt
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December 12, 2024

Ahead of parole hearing, slain McCann family’s son wants Travis Vader to admit guilt

Travis Vader was handed a life sentence in 2017 on…

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Unfair labour practice complaint over Canada Post layoffs resolved
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December 12, 2024

Unfair labour practice complaint over Canada Post layoffs resolved

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers filed the complaint with…

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Ford threatens to cut off Ontario's energy supply to U.S. if Trump follows through on tariffs
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December 11, 2024

Ford threatens to cut off Ontario’s energy supply to U.S. if Trump follows through on tariffs

Premier Doug Ford says Ontario could cut off energy to…

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This whale made an epic trek across 3 oceans — possibly for the ladies
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December 11, 2024

This whale made an epic trek across 3 oceans — possibly for the ladies

Scientist have documented what they say is the longest recorded…

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Tensions rising between Canada Post, union as strike nears 4-week mark
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December 11, 2024

Tensions rising between Canada Post, union as strike nears 4-week mark

Canada Post says the union’s new demands are unaffordable and…

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Saudi Arabia to host 2034 Men's World Cup
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December 11, 2024

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 Men’s World Cup

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Court challenge launched against Ontario bike lane removal legislation
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December 11, 2024

Court challenge launched against Ontario bike lane removal legislation

A cycling advocacy group is leading a court challenge against…

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Churchill Falls tentative deal expected Thursday as N.L. tees up 'historic partnership announcement'
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December 11, 2024

Churchill Falls tentative deal expected Thursday as N.L. tees up ‘historic partnership announcement’

Premiers from Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador are meeting Thursday…

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