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Canada Adds 8,000 EV Chargers in $84M Green Push
VideosFeb 12

Canada Adds 8,000 EV Chargers in $84M Green Push

Canada is investing $84 million to install 8,000 new electric vehicle chargers, nearly doubling its charging network to support the country's ambitious goal of 100% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035. With over one million electric vehicles already on Canadian roads, the expansion comes as Prime Minister Mark Carney commits $1.5 billion more to EV infrastructure.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Canada Launches $70B Clean Energy Project, Largest in History
VideosAug 18

Canada Launches $70B Clean Energy Project, Largest in History

Canada just greenlit North America's largest clean energy project ever: a $70 billion plan bringing 14,000 megawatts of hydroelectric and wind power to Eastern Canada. The massive buildout promises 23,000 construction jobs and could transform how provinces share clean electricity.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
Canada Adds 3,600km of Bike Paths in Two Years
Planet WinsJan 27

Canada Adds 3,600km of Bike Paths in Two Years

Canada's cycling network just grew by the distance between Toronto and Edmonton, giving more people safer ways to bike to work, school, and everyday destinations. A new study shows the country added 3,600 kilometers of cycling infrastructure between 2022 and 2024, with smaller cities leading the charge.

Phys.org - Earth3 min read
Canada Backs Ukraine's Clean Energy Rebuild
SolutionsFeb 19

Canada Backs Ukraine's Clean Energy Rebuild

Canada is partnering with Ukraine to modernize its war-damaged energy infrastructure with renewable power and secure equipment supplies. The strategic agreement promises investment in solar, wind, and hydropower projects while helping Ukraine move away from Russian energy dependence.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Canada Opens Gordie Howe Bridge Despite Political Tension
SolutionsJun 10

Canada Opens Gordie Howe Bridge Despite Political Tension

After seven years of construction and months of political pressure, Canada confirms the Gordie Howe International Bridge will open this week, strengthening vital US-Canada trade ties. The $6.4 billion project stands as proof that cross-border cooperation can triumph over political conflict.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Canada EV Charging Beats US on Cost and Convenience
Solutions3d ago

Canada EV Charging Beats US on Cost and Convenience

Road trippers testing electric vehicle charging across North America found Canada's stations cheaper and easier to use than American ones. The discovery highlights how infrastructure differences shape the future of emission-free travel.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Nigerian Fintech Cuts Africa-Canada Payment Time by 60%
InnovationFeb 4

Nigerian Fintech Cuts Africa-Canada Payment Time by 60%

Nomba just made it dramatically cheaper and faster for African businesses to trade with Canada by acquiring a licensed payment firm there. What used to take five days now settles the same day, with costs slashed by up to 60%.

Techpoint Africa3 min read
Canada Invests $70B in Clean Energy Hydro Projects
Planet WinsAug 19

Canada Invests $70B in Clean Energy Hydro Projects

Canada just announced North America's largest clean energy investment ever, pouring nearly $70 billion into hydroelectric projects that will power millions of homes and create thousands of jobs. The historic agreement will nearly triple Churchill Falls' capacity and add enough renewable energy to light every home in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver combined.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Canada Launches $25B Clean Energy Fund Amid Fossil Fuel Shift
Planet WinsApr 28

Canada Launches $25B Clean Energy Fund Amid Fossil Fuel Shift

Canada just announced a $25 billion investment fund to power its economic transformation, focusing on clean energy and infrastructure. The move comes as global experts confirm fossil fuel demand is entering permanent decline.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
Canada Becomes Major LNG Exporter After First Shipment
SolutionsMay 5

Canada Becomes Major LNG Exporter After First Shipment

Canada shipped its first liquefied natural gas cargo in July 2025, instantly joining the ranks of global energy exporters. Multiple new projects are now racing toward completion, positioning the country as a clean energy supplier for decades to come.

Google News - Canada Breakthrough2 min read
Canada Wins Third Straight at World Curling Championship
SportsApr 1

Canada Wins Third Straight at World Curling Championship

Team Canada's Matt Dunstone is on fire at the world men's curling championship, clinching his third consecutive victory with a stunning comeback against China. The Winnipeg skipper's four-point surge in the ninth end sealed an 8-4 win and pushed Canada into a tie for third place.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Canada Invests $10B in Clean Energy, Critical Minerals
Planet WinsAug 19

Canada Invests $10B in Clean Energy, Critical Minerals

Canada just announced its largest clean energy investment ever, pouring $10 billion into hydroelectric expansion that will power homes, create jobs, and support the country's critical mineral mining industry. This collaboration between federal and provincial governments shows how clean energy can drive economic growth while cutting emissions.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
Canada Announces $366B Defense Plan for Self-Reliance
Global NewsFeb 18

Canada Announces $366B Defense Plan for Self-Reliance

Canada is investing over half a trillion dollars in its military and defense infrastructure to strengthen national security and reduce dependence on traditional alliances. The ambitious plan will create 125,000 high-paying jobs while building new partnerships across Europe and Asia.

Japan Today2 min read
$4.7B US-Canada Bridge Opens After Political Standoff
SolutionsJun 9

$4.7B US-Canada Bridge Opens After Political Standoff

The massive Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor is finally opening June 15, marking a major win for trade and cooperation between the US and Canada. Despite political tensions earlier this year, both countries came together to complete the project.

South China Morning Post2 min read
New U.S.-Canada Bridge Opens After $4.7B Investment
InnovationJul 27

New U.S.-Canada Bridge Opens After $4.7B Investment

The Gordie Howe International Bridge just opened between Detroit and Windsor, connecting the busiest trade corridor between the U.S. and Canada. Named after a hockey legend, the 1.5-mile bridge will help move $300 million in daily commerce more efficiently.

Fast Company2 min read
Canada Unveils $50B Clean Energy Plan to Power Every Car
Planet WinsAug 18

Canada Unveils $50B Clean Energy Plan to Power Every Car

Canada just announced North America's largest clean energy investment: a $50 billion plan to develop 14,000 megawatts of hydropower and 2,000 megawatts of wind. The massive Churchill Falls project will generate enough electricity to power every vehicle in Canada. #

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Canada Could Plant 6M Trees to Erase Carbon by 2050
Planet WinsFeb 1

Canada Could Plant 6M Trees to Erase Carbon by 2050

A groundbreaking study reveals that strategic tree planting across Canada's northern boreal forest could remove five times the country's annual carbon emissions by 2100. The research offers a clear roadmap for Canada to achieve carbon neutrality while restoring vital forest ecosystems.

Phys.org2 min read
Canada Wins Paralympic Gold in Wheelchair Curling Thriller
SportsMar 15

Canada Wins Paralympic Gold in Wheelchair Curling Thriller

Canada defeated China 4-3 in a nail-biting wheelchair curling final at the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympics, with the winning stone thrown in the final 2.8 seconds. The victory marks Canada's fourth Paralympic gold in the sport and their first in 12 years.

Google: Paralympic champion3 min read
Canada Fast-Tracks Homegrown Health Tech to Patients
InnovationMar 19

Canada Fast-Tracks Homegrown Health Tech to Patients

A new partnership in Canada is helping medical innovations reach patients faster by connecting inventors directly with hospitals and doctors. The collaboration could strengthen healthcare while keeping innovation dollars in Canada.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Canada Kicks Off World Cup with Bublé, Morissette Show
SportsJun 12

Canada Kicks Off World Cup with Bublé, Morissette Show

Canada made history Friday as the 2026 World Cup came to Toronto with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring homegrown legends Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé. Fans in red flooded the streets, breaking into spontaneous renditions of "O Canada" as the largest World Cup ever began.

Google News - Sports3 min read

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