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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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Another storm approaches Vancouver Island as crews race to restore power to thousands
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November 19, 2024

Another storm approaches Vancouver Island as crews race to restore power to thousands

A new storm is approaching Vancouver Island just as residents…

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Tens of thousands without power, ferries cancelled after 'bomb cyclone' batters B.C. coast
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November 19, 2024

Tens of thousands without power, ferries cancelled after ‘bomb cyclone’ batters B.C. coast

Tens of thousands of people, primarily on Vancouver Island, were…

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B.C. coast braces for high winds, power outages as 'bomb cyclone' forms in Pacific
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November 19, 2024

B.C. coast braces for high winds, power outages as ‘bomb cyclone’ forms in Pacific

Short on power or need to preserve data? Read a low-bandwidth…

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Paul-Tyson gate fetches non-Vegas record $18.1M US revenue
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November 19, 2024

Paul-Tyson gate fetches non-Vegas record $18.1M US revenue

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson punched up a record-breaking gate…

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An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated
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November 19, 2024

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Hours after Rafael Nadal’s 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van…

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Regulator orders Alberta oilsands site to shut down following string of alleged infractions
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November 19, 2024

Regulator orders Alberta oilsands site to shut down following string of alleged infractions

An oilsands operator in northern Alberta has been ordered to…

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No clear end in sight as House of Commons gridlock approaches 2-month mark
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November 19, 2024

No clear end in sight as House of Commons gridlock approaches 2-month mark

A debate that has jammed up the House of Commons…

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Which vehicles are most at risk for theft? David Common breaks down the latest data
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November 19, 2024

Which vehicles are most at risk for theft? David Common breaks down the latest data

The Toyota Highlander was the most stolen vehicle in Canada…

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Vancouver airport runway will likely be closed for 2 days after cargo plane overruns landing
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November 19, 2024

Vancouver airport runway will likely be closed for 2 days after cargo plane overruns landing

A runway at Vancouver International Airport is closed after an…

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