Kyle Bakx

1 month ago | canadianinquirer.net | Kyle Bakx |Paula Duhatschek

By Kyle Bakx, Paula Duhatschek, CBC News, RCIPM made campaign pledges that would be more supportive of the oilpatch. Despite Mark Carney’s pledges throughout the election campaign to kick-start the country’s economy, build energy corridors and transform the country into an energy superpower, many in the oilpatch are unconvinced there will be any change in policy direction from the re-elected federal Liberals.

2 months ago | canadianinquirer.net | Kyle Bakx

Canada’s united boycott of U.S. booze could result in a banner year for British Columbia’s wine industry, while also delivering a financial blow to vineyards south of the border. The Buy Canadian movement is expected to boost demand for B.C. wine and some other types of homegrown liquor as the absence of U.S. product means more space at retail stores and on restaurant menus. The amount of visitors to vineyards could also rise as many Canadians steer clear of the U.S. this summer.

2 months ago | cbc.ca | Alexander Panetta |Peter Armstrong |Benjamin Lopez Steven |Kyle Bakx

It was a tall ask: getting about 70 Republican House members and 20 senators to pass an anti-tariff bill with a veto-proof majority. It's looking even taller after a couple developments today — so tall, it's barely worth discussing. First, Republican leadership in the House is pushing forward a rule that would prevent emergency debate on this until September. Second, Republicans are toeing the line in a House hearing with the U.S. trade representative.

Mar 24, 2025 | cbc.ca | Jenna Benchetrit |John Paul Tasker |Meg Banks |Kyle Bakx

Canada election: Poilievre takes questions after promising income tax cut | CBC LoadedPoilievre holds event, takes questions in Brampton, Ont. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is appearing in Brampton, Ont., on Monday, as party leaders begin their trek across the country in search of votes. The Conservatives are proposing an income tax cut they say would save the average worker $900 per year. Liberal Leader Mark Carney has also promised a one per cent tax cut in the lowest bracket.

Mar 18, 2025 | msn.com | Kyle Bakx

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