NSA chief calls for Canada U S cyber defense similar to NORAD
Retired general Keith Alexander says economy at risk without joint cyber defense, modeled on NORAD, to deter hackers from undermining growth. He urges private sector data sharing and government collaboration, warns threats from Russia China North Korea and Iran must be mitigated. He spoke at CANSEC amid U S Russia tensions and ongoing investigations into election meddling. The proposal faces cross border governance and aging institutions challenges.
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Warships price tag 2.4 times over budget
The parliamentary budget officer warns Ottawa may spend about 61.8 billion to replace 15 ships, far above the 2008 26.2 billion estimate. Per ship costs could reach 4.1 billion, risking budget overruns and delays in the Irving Shipbuilding project in Halifax with mid 2020s delivery.
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BlackBerry stock soars on acquisition target claims
Citron Research identified BlackBerry as a likely buyout target and potential Nasdaq gains. Shares rose nearly 11 percent on the Toronto exchange as analysts noted BlackBerry's transition to software and its QNX base in about 60 million vehicles.
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Feds announce 867 million in softwood support package
Canadian government unveils 867 million in aid for softwood sector to cushion U S tariffs. Loans and loan guarantees totaling 605 million help firms build inventory and pursue new markets while 260 million expands diversification, Indigenous forestry initiatives, and work-sharing. An 80 million worker upskilling fund and 10 million for EI work-sharing extend aid. Industry officials welcome the plan amid looming tariff changes.
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Montreal School Cites Ban After Homolka Volunteer Reports
A private Montreal elementary school controlled by the Seventh-day Adventist Church says no person with a criminal record can volunteer on campus after reports that Karla Homolka, now living in Quebec, briefly volunteered there. The church notes it heard parent concerns and will not comment further.
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