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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

This seems a little far out there, but if they move ahead with it hopefully they'll lay down an internet trunk line too. Right now, the vast majority of Canada's internet traffic runs through a trunk line via the US.

I also wonder if it might be more feasible to explore developing some sort of battery-tanker that can just be pilotted across, plugged in, and the pilotted back for recharge...

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (1 children)

It's worse than you think.

The author criticizes national-level projects by proposing projects that are entirely handled provincially (or even municipally, specifically in Toronto & Ontario). Yes, this is TVO, which is Ontario-specific, but confusing the responsibilities and capabilities of two different levels of government is not beneficial.

This shouldn't be an either-or situation, but more of let the nation focus on one, and the province on the other. That said, bolstering the judicial system and adding some doors isn't really going to do much for the economy...

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Do you happen to have any links/info? I figured there were others in the works, but I have no clue where.

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I was reading an article about the UK set to land Europe's first rover on Mars (https://news.uk.cityam.com/story/2318834/content.html), and it set me to thinking about whether a CANZUK alliance/confederation/whatever could have a significant space program of its own.

Australia's current launch site is military. Canada's is a not-yet-operational joint venture of 3 USA-based firms. And New Zealand's is controlled by a firm that is now USA-centric. The 3 UK-based sites are in various stages of readiness. All sites are currently intended for satellites, as opposed to manned missions (with the possible exception of Cornwall); however, that doesn't mean this can't be adjusted down the line.

Launch sites across all 4 countries could work very well for a rapid implementation of constellation satellite systems, which could include anything from improved Internet services, secure GPS services, telcom/media services, defensive monitoring, etc.

If sites are expanded to support manned missions, this could provide some flexibility for return missions, station supply, etc.

Governmental Space Agencies:

Existing (Satellite) Launch Sites:

Australia

Canada

New Zealand

United Kingdom

Updated 2025 Apr 6 with more Australian Sites, and sorted by country

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

So, from my understanding, the bill dies, but the petition persists. Thanks for clearing that up!

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 weeks ago (3 children)

Once the election is officially called on Sunday, will the bill be considered dead and have to be reintroduced in the next parliament? In effect, don't petitions also die when the bill associated with them dies?

It may as well be delayed until the bill is re-introduced with the next government, as it may not even be re-tabled in the House with its current deficiencies.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago (1 children)

This is true (about an hour before any official policy was released), which means it was published as a half-informed leak instead of news of actual policy. However, claiming an (inaccurate) leak as released policy remains misleading.

[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 month ago (3 children)

Like most USian news sources, the article is misleading. Ford said he will add a 25% export tax on electricity IF tariffs persist. He did not provide a timeline on exactly when he might do it. He referred to this as "keeping the powder dry"

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Definitely a big day. With the launch of NSL this year, hopefully we'll continue to have a selection of great players to keep all our women's teams near the top of the rankings for years to come. Definitely looking forward to the next WWC.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Just a quick note that one (1) current CPL player is on the list:

Jimoh, Shola // York United FC ​

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

This one is behind a paywall, but it is easily bypassed at https://12ft.io/

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Moncton would be fun, and is likely the only other option in the Atlantic. Newfoundland could perhaps manage something in St. John's, but travel is always a big issue.

I think we'll see more of a Halifax - Moncton rivalry materialize in League1 Atlantic, with an eventual upgrade to bring the rivalry to the top tier once a club has more solid footing.

The real shame is the continued absence of any side in Quebec. Montreal and Quebec City are necessary additions to the league, and the fact that they aren't top-2 for 2026 remains concerning.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 month ago

This sounds cool, but it doesn't look like it's intended to ever go to market.

Maybe there will be a pivot with the current political situation state-side, but that doesn't seem to be the purpose of this project.

Still, a project worth rooting for! I just signed up to receive updates straight from their website: https://projectarrow.ca/

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