Government faces third Tory non-confidence vote

Ottawa: So, the Liberals are facing another non-confidence vote from the Conservatives today. But guess what? They might just pull through thanks to the NDP’s backing.

Members of Parliament are gearing up to vote on a motion that quotes Jagmeet Singh’s criticism of the Liberals. It’s asking everyone to agree with him and vote to bring the government down. But Singh has already said he won’t support the Conservatives, so it looks like the motion will flop.

On top of that, there’s also an NDP motion on the table. It’s calling for the government to expand the GST break and the $250 rebate to help seniors and those on disability. With all this going on, the House is racing against the clock to approve billions in government spending by Tuesday.

And there’s more to keep an eye on. The Bank of Canada is expected to lower interest rates again soon. Financial markets are buzzing about a potential big cut this week, especially after the latest job report showed the unemployment rate creeping up to 6.8 percent.

Meanwhile, in Ontario, the political scene is buzzing with election talk. The legislature is all decked out for the holidays, and there’s a sense that an election might be on the horizon. Some folks think the government is rushing through bills to clear the way for a spring election.

And let’s not forget about the fast-food scene. There’s a “value war” heating up across the country, with restaurants slashing prices to attract customers. Experts say this trend is likely to stick around well into 2025.

So, it’s a busy time in Canadian politics and beyond. Stay tuned for more updates!