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@ezralevant I’m sure that the cost of this Ford Fest will be expensed as part of the upcoming Scarborough Southwest byelection

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@MarcNixon24 Real signs of inflation

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@blogTO She’ll get $65000 if she is lucky

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@RTNToronto Update: man gets charged with vandalism after incident

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@annarobertsmp

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Manitoba (pop: 1.505 million) vs Oklahoma City:
• OKC metro: ~1.05–1.5 million
GDP:
Manitoba ~CAD $96B (~USD $70B)
OKC metro: ~USD $100B+
Manitoba’s entire province barely matches one U.S. metro. “No CUSMA, no BOOZMA” sounds a lot less tough now. This guy is just a piss flap
#Trade #Manitoba #OklahomaCity

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@CityNewsTO https://t.co/aOESuQmndd

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Toronto police caught on camera allegedly running a stop sign 😳

A few days ago they were accused of tackling down a cyclist in Toronto who failed to make a stop at the stop sign.

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Wait until they read the fine print of food and beverage. FIFA’s 2010 World Cup in South Africa banned local street vendors from selling food & drink within 1-1.5km of stadiums.
High fees, police evictions, and “clean zones” protected sponsors like Coca-Cola — while small traders were shut out and fans paid premium prices for official options only.
Sound familiar? History repeating in 2026? #FIFAWorldCup

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@CP24 Wait until they read the hospitality fine print about selling food around the event

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Thinking about this lately: Is the Ontario government actually more productive when the Legislature is sitting… or during recess?
When the House sits: bills get passed + real accountability.
During recess: ministers make decisions, MPPs focus on ridings, and stuff actually gets implemented without the daily drama.
For a majority government like Ford’s, recess seems more productive for getting real work done — especially after sessions where they fast-tracked big ones like:
• Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) — cutting red tape, special economic zones, Ring of Fire progress & tariff response.
• Housing & infrastructure bills speeding up homes & transit.
• Health & worker protection packages.
But we still need regular sitting days for proper scrutiny and transparency. Those long breaks feel like dodging questions.
What do you think, Ontario? Sitting days or recess efficiency?
#ONpoli #OntarioPolitics

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🌍 Foreign Investment Trends: Europe vs. Canada 🇪🇺🇨🇦

Europe remains a top destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), driven by its large market and skilled workforce. Major investors include the U.S. and China, with key sectors like technology and manufacturing leading the charge.

In Canada, FDI is heavily influenced by the U.S., focusing on natural resources, technology, and manufacturing, bolstered by trade agreements like USMCA.

Key Takeaways:

•Europe offers diverse investment opportunities across various sectors.

•Canada leans towards resource-driven investments, particularly in provinces rich in natural assets.

Both regions attract significant foreign investment, but their economic structures and sectoral focuses differ. 💼✨

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At Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ), an estimated 85-95% of arrivals land primarily over Lake Ontario.
This is thanks to noise abatement rules and preferred Runway 26 procedures. Only 5-15% fly over land — usually due to strong easterly winds, poor visibility, or training flights.
Data from NAV CANADA ops & flight tracking.
#Toronto #BillyBishop

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TDSB Enrollment Trend 📉
Toronto’s biggest school board: Down ~3% (2013-2023) from ~243k to 236k students. Long-term: -13%+ since 2001 (~29k fewer).
Recent years stabilized near 237k, but another ~5-8k drop projected soon → driving 800+ job cuts despite Toronto’s population growth.
High costs, fewer young families, out-migration. #TDSB #Education

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@nypost

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Canadian household debt has reached a record 103% of GDP, making it the highest in the G7 and a significant economic vulnerability. This high leverage, driven by mortgage debt, leaves households exposed to high interest rates, reducing disposable income and slowing overall economic growth. For more details on the economic impact, you can read the analysis.

https://t.co/5PfDyjNNer

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Thinking about this lately: Is the Ontario government actually more productive when the Legislature is sitting… or during recess?
When the House sits: bills get passed + real accountability.
During recess: ministers make decisions, MPPs focus on ridings, and stuff actually gets implemented without the daily drama.
For a majority government like Ford’s, recess seems more productive for getting real work done — especially after sessions where they fast-tracked big ones like:
• Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) — cutting red tape, special economic zones, Ring of Fire progress & tariff response.
• Housing & infrastructure bills speeding up homes & transit.
• Health & worker protection packages.
But we still need regular sitting days for proper scrutiny and transparency. Those long breaks feel like dodging questions.
What do you think, Ontario? Sitting days or recess efficiency?
#ONpoli #OntarioPolitics

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Thinking about this lately: Is the Ontario government actually more productive when the Legislature is sitting… or during recess?
When the House sits: bills get passed + real accountability.
During recess: ministers make decisions, MPPs focus on ridings, and stuff actually gets implemented without the daily drama.
For a majority government like Ford’s, recess seems more productive for getting real work done — especially after sessions where they fast-tracked big ones like:
• Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) — cutting red tape, special economic zones, Ring of Fire progress & tariff response.
• Housing & infrastructure bills speeding up homes & transit.
• Health & worker protection packages.
But we still need regular sitting days for proper scrutiny and transparency. Those long breaks feel like dodging questions.
What do you think, Ontario? Sitting days or recess efficiency?
#ONpoli #OntarioPolitics

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Thinking about this lately: Is the Ontario government actually more productive when the Legislature is sitting… or during recess?
When the House sits: bills get passed + real accountability.
During recess: ministers make decisions, MPPs focus on ridings, and stuff actually gets implemented without the daily drama.
For a majority government like Ford’s, recess seems more productive for getting real work done — especially after sessions where they fast-tracked big ones like:
• Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) — cutting red tape, special economic zones, Ring of Fire progress & tariff response.
• Housing & infrastructure bills speeding up homes & transit.
• Health & worker protection packages.
But we still need regular sitting days for proper scrutiny and transparency. Those long breaks feel like dodging questions.
What do you think, Ontario? Sitting days or recess efficiency?
#ONpoli #OntarioPolitics

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Thinking about this lately: Is the Ontario government actually more productive when the Legislature is sitting… or during recess?
When the House sits: bills get passed + real accountability.
During recess: ministers make decisions, MPPs focus on ridings, and stuff actually gets implemented without the daily drama.
For a majority government like Ford’s, recess seems more productive for getting real work done — especially after sessions where they fast-tracked big ones like:
• Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) — cutting red tape, special economic zones, Ring of Fire progress & tariff response.
• Housing & infrastructure bills speeding up homes & transit.
• Health & worker protection packages.
But we still need regular sitting days for proper scrutiny and transparency. Those long breaks feel like dodging questions.
What do you think, Ontario? Sitting days or recess efficiency?
#ONpoli #OntarioPolitics

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@buitengebieden Micky Dolenz from the Monkees