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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Some Michigan residents remain hopeful despite being hit hard by Trump's tariffs.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 27, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Trump sued over Canadian tariffs in latest legal challenge.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 20, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Exercise Keen Sword 2027 Begins in Japan.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 20, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: 'Great result for Canada', says Carney as Alberta votes to reject separatism.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 20, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Huge setback for Alberta's separatist movement after decisive defeat.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 20, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Alberta votes overwhelmingly to remain part of Canada, projections suggest.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 20, 2026
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Former entertainer Joe Tay is running for regional councillor in Markham after a failed Conservative MP bid. His alignment with Trump-style populism, the bureau argues, puts partisan ambition ahead of the community he claims to represent.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 19, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Deadly fire at Canada military base moved a kilometre 'in 30 to 60 seconds'.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 19, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Alberta heads to polls to decide whether to hold vote on separation from Canada.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 19, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Why is Alberta voting on whether to separate from Canada, and how likely is it to happen?.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 19, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: The father and son on opposite sides of Alberta’s separation vote.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 19, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: The father and son on opposite sides of Alberta’s separation referendum.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 18, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Major fire at Canada military base leaves four dead, dozens injured.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 18, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Several dead or injured in major fire at Canada military base.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 18, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Deaths confirmed in major fire at Canada military base.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 18, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Deadly fire breaks out at Canada military base.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 18, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Why is Alberta voting to separate from Canada, and how likely is it to happen?.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 16, 2026
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Maclean’s Washington Bureau on the latest from the capital: Canada PM warns 'stakes are high' as Alberta separation vote nears.
Sophie Tremblay · Oct 15, 2026
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