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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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Felipe Forteza's record 6 field goals lead Laval to Vanier Cup victory
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November 23, 2024

Felipe Forteza’s record 6 field goals lead Laval to Vanier Cup victory

The Laval Rouge et Or won their second Vanier Cup…

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Quebec mayor says 'one-size-fits-all' language law isn't right for his town where French is thriving
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November 23, 2024

Quebec mayor says ‘one-size-fits-all’ language law isn’t right for his town where French is thriving

Following the adoption of Quebec’s Bill 96, municipalities with thousands…

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Justin Trudeau attends Taylor Swift show in Toronto with family members
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November 23, 2024

Justin Trudeau attends Taylor Swift show in Toronto with family members

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was among the fans checking out…

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3 arrested as Montreal anti-NATO demonstration turns violent
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November 23, 2024

3 arrested as Montreal anti-NATO demonstration turns violent

Montreal police say at least three people were arrested after…

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Manitoba detects 1st confirmed case of recently identified mpox strain in Canada
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November 23, 2024

Manitoba detects 1st confirmed case of recently identified mpox strain in Canada

Manitoba has detected the first confirmed case of a recently…

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Scott Bessent, a former Soros money manager, is Donald Trump's pick to lead the U.S. Treasury
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November 23, 2024

Scott Bessent, a former Soros money manager, is Donald Trump’s pick to lead the U.S. Treasury

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump announced Friday that he’ll nominate former…

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Kendrick Lamar surprises fans with release of 1st album since 2022
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November 22, 2024

Kendrick Lamar surprises fans with release of 1st album since 2022

Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present Friday…

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An attempt to jump-start scoring: A deeper look at the PWHL's new 'no escape' rule
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November 22, 2024

An attempt to jump-start scoring: A deeper look at the PWHL’s new ‘no escape’ rule

The ‘no escape’ rule is one of several changes the…

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These rare and mysterious deepsea fish are washing up in California, and no one's sure why
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November 22, 2024

These rare and mysterious deepsea fish are washing up in California, and no one’s sure why

A 3.3-metre oarfish — an elusive deepsea creature shaped like…

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