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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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Toronto EV driver can't use closest overnight charging station because of permit restrictions | CBC News
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August 27, 2024

Toronto EV driver can’t use closest overnight charging station because of permit restrictions | CBC News

A Toronto-based Uber driver spends nearly half an hour most…

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Canadian wheelchair racer Austin Smeenk wins Paralympic gold in men's T34 800m | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Canadian wheelchair racer Austin Smeenk wins Paralympic gold in men’s T34 800m | CBC Sports

Austin Smeenk rang the bell with gusto.The Canadian wheelchair racer…

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Aurélie Rivard wins 3rd straight Paralympic title in women's S10 400m freestyle | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Aurélie Rivard wins 3rd straight Paralympic title in women’s S10 400m freestyle | CBC Sports

Canada’s Aurélie Rivard swam to her third consecutive Paralympic gold…

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Canadian shot putter Greg Stewart repeats as Paralympic champion in Paris | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Canadian shot putter Greg Stewart repeats as Paralympic champion in Paris | CBC Sports

Canada’s Greg Stewart successfully defended his Paralympic title in the…

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Paralympic newsletter: Canada wins its first two medals, plus who to watch on Friday | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Paralympic newsletter: Canada wins its first two medals, plus who to watch on Friday | CBC Sports

This is a web version of CBC Sports’ daily newsletter,…

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Watch the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Watch the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony | CBC Sports

Click on the video player above to watch live coverage…

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Pat Anderson, Katarina Roxon named Canada's flag-bearers for Paris Paralympics opening ceremony | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Pat Anderson, Katarina Roxon named Canada’s flag-bearers for Paris Paralympics opening ceremony | CBC Sports

Basketball player Pat Anderson and swimmer Katarina Roxon, who have…

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How Canadian researchers are trying to win the battle against a stubborn wheat disease
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August 24, 2024

How Canadian researchers are trying to win the battle against a stubborn wheat disease

Of the myriad diseases that threaten wheat, Canada’s largest field…

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Ontario bans drug consumption sites near schools, child-care centres | CBC News
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August 20, 2024

Ontario bans drug consumption sites near schools, child-care centres | CBC News

Ontario has banned supervised drug consumption sites within 200 metres…

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