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Twitter suspends six accounts critical of Chinese Communist Party

By
Jonathan Bradley
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Twitter suspended six accounts for one week that opposed the Chinese Communist Party’s global influence, while remaining silent about why the suspensions were issued, according to the National Review.

Twitter suspended six accounts operated by Optimum Publishing International, a Canadian publishing house. Optimum’s main account and the profiles they use to promote five of their books were suspended in early October, but were later restored. 

Jimmy Quinn, the reporter at National Review who broke this story, reached out to Twitter twice in the last few weeks to inquire about the suspensions, but his emails went unanswered.  

Optimum’s Twitter accounts have been restored, but the social media platform has not explained whether the suspensions have to do with their work on Chinese political influence or why it took one week to restore them. 

In its communications with Optimum president Dean Baxendale, Twitter said the accounts were suspended because the publishing house was “operating multiple accounts with overlapping use cases, such as identical or similar personas or substantially similar content” in violation of the platform’s rules. Baxendale said foreign authoritarian governments such as Russia and China commit similar actions, and this conduct has gone unaddressed by Twitter. 

Baxendale told Twitter that these accounts are not inauthentic and intended to promote certain books. The social media platform restored these accounts. 

Twitter also operates more than one account on their platform. Each of these accounts plays a different role in engaging with users. 

A study done by the Programme on Democracy and Technology at the University of Oxford in May found a large number of Twitter accounts that demonstrate inauthentic activity intended to increase engagement with official Chinese government accounts. Researchers at Oxford noted Twitter took down accounts they identified as inauthentic, but the official accounts for Chinese officials and state media at the centre of this scheme have not been suspended. 

Chinese diplomats have not been suspended from Twitter despite promoting a conspiracy theory that the U.S. Army brought COVID-19 to China. 

Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse and Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallaghar urged Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey in a letter in 2020 to ban CCP officials from the platform for spreading disinformation about COVID-19. 

“It is clear that Chinese Communist Party officials are using Twitter to disseminate propaganda in the midst of a dangerous global crisis,” said Sasse and Gallaghar. “Even worse, this propaganda obscures and confuses users over the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic and potentially undermines efforts to contain and control the outbreak.”  

Optimum and Twitter could not be reached for further comment in time for publication. 

“Totally unrealistic,” Kenney slams Trudeau’s pledge to cap oil and gas sector

By
Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is hitting back after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pledged to cap emissions in Canada’s oil and gas sector earlier this week while in Glasgow, Scotland for the COP26 summit. 

Kenney stated that Trudeau’s commitments did not have the support of Alberta, which produces most of Canada’s energy. 

According to the Canadian Press, Kenney told reporters that Trudeau’s pledge was “devastating” and “unrealistic.” 

“I don’t know why they would make such an announcement without consulting the province with the most oil and gas reserves in Canada,” Kenney said.

“The (federal government) has zero chance of achieving its greenhouse gas reduction goals without Alberta’s oil and gas industries. Let’s be a partner in that.”

“Their approach seems to be, well it’s totally unrealistic, and their approach, if they were to actually achieve their targets without using these transition technologies, would be devastating to the entire global economy,” he continued. 

On Monday, Trudeau stated that Canada would limit oil and gas emissions until they reach net zero by 2050. 

“We will limit oil and gas sector emissions today and ensure they decrease tomorrow at the speed and scale needed to reach net zero by 2050,” Trudeau told global leaders. 

“This is no small task for a major oil and gas producing country. This is a big step which is absolutely necessary.”

In response to Trudeau’s speech, Kenney stated that the government should work in concert with Alberta to develop resources for carbon-capture technology and other innovations like blue hydrogen. 

Kenney also reiterated his pledge to work with the federal government on carbon-reduction initiatives but not to go along with any policy aimed at suppressing Alberta oil development. 

Reports have shown that Prime Minister Trudeau’s federal carbon tax has failed to reduce carbon emissions. 

Last year, Department of Environment government data showed that in 2018 – a year after the carbon tax was implemented – emissions in Canada actually grew by 15 million tonnes. 

World leaders fear-monger over climate change while ignoring the real issues

By
Candice Malcolm
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Over 100 countries are gathered in Scotland for COP26 and are using over-the-top doomsday alarmism over climate change. Their reckless fear-mongering is contributing to increased anxieties and unrealistic green policies.

Case in point – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced yesterday the Canadian government will be putting a cap on oil and gas emissions in Canada in order to reach its ambitious climate goals.

Toronto Sun editor Anthony Furey joins The Candice Malcolm Show to discuss COP26 and how world leaders are ignoring the real issues while obsessing over climate change.

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Glasgow locals, attendees complain of COP26 delegates leaving their cars idling

By
Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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Locals in Glasgow, Scotland are slamming COP26 delegates for leaving their cars idling around the conference location. 

According to Yahoo News, locals have noted that there are “a lot of engines running” as world leaders from around the world descend on the city to make commitments on how to fight climate change. 

“There are a lot of engines running. I didn’t really get why that is. If it’s so they can keep the heating on then there’s no point in that,” said 23-year-old local event promoter Chris Anthony.  

One attendee who also works with a climate change organization also criticized her fellow delegates for the behaviour.

“It’s horrifying. We’re all about stopping emissions and not using fossil fuels much less idling your car while attending a climate conference. I think that’s the level of commitment that a lot of people have to the issue which is no commitment at all,” said 68-year-old Diane Shisk of the Sustaining All Life charity. 

According to the Scottish media outlet Sunday Mail, over 400 private jets were used to bring approximately 30,000 global leaders to the summit, including a delegation of Canadian officials accompanying Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. 

Estimates of CO2 emissions clock in around 13,000 tonnes of CO2, which is about the annual output of 1,600 Scots. 

The UK government has accommodated some delegates by placing them on an “environmentally friendly” cruise ship due to a lack of space. Although the MS Silja Europa is designed to charge up on electricity when docked, a lack of onshore power stations in the country means that the vessel will have to rely on fossil fuels to operate. 

On his first day at the conference, Prime Minister Trudeau announced that he would cap Canada’s oil and gas sector emissions. 

“We’ll cap oil and gas sector emissions today and ensure they decrease tomorrow at a pace and scale needed to reach net-zero by 2050,” Trudeau said during a brief speech on Monday.

“That’s no small task for a major oil and gas producing country. It’s a big step that’s absolutely necessary.”

Negative impacts of supply chain disruptions could last until mid-2022: report

By
Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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Canada could face negative downstream economic effects for some time due to current and ongoing supply chain disruptions plaguing the country. 

According to the auditing firm RSM Canada, Canadian businesses can expect disruptions such as port closures, factories shutting down, production halts and labour shortages well into the year 2022. 

The findings were reported in the company’s quarterly analysis published in The Real Economy, Canada. 

“In addition to these supply chain challenges, the re-elected Liberal government will need to address declining participation rates and the ongoing labour shortage, which will likely remain a key issue for the economy in the short-to-medium term,” said RSM Canada projects and economics partner Alex Kotsopoulos in a news release. 

“The government will need to ensure that new spending programs address some of the main items that could move the needle on enhancing Canada’s productivity.”

Among the significant issues highlighted by the firm’s report include increased globalization and the coronavirus pandemic, which have both placed strain on the supply chain.

According to the report, the average price to ship a container from Asia Pacific jumped by 63% in March and July of this year forcing many Canadian businesses to look for domestic suppliers. 

Alongside shortages in the labour force, there is a significant ongoing talent drain in professional industries such as law firms. 

“The global supply chain is already in a very fragile place and further disruption is going to delay the return of full production within the Canadian economy until the middle of 2022,” said RSM Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas. 

“This would create conditions for further price volatility, at least until hesitations over the delta variant eases and businesses should be prepared for prices to potentially increase further.

Other observers have also warned of financial consequences due to supply chain concerns. Recently the outlet Baystreet reported that retail was down $1.9% in September due to shipping delays. 

$1.3 billion COVID payouts for federal workers: PBO

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Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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Canadian taxpayers had to foot nearly $1.3 billion in COVID-19 furloughs in the form of leaves of absences for federal employees.

According to the Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO), the total cost amounted to $1,269,900,000. 

“The Treasury Board was unable to provide actual personnel expenditures,” wrote the PBO.

“Leave was likely under-reported by many organizations .Indeed, in each subsequent data update provided by the Treasury Board there was an increase in the number of hours previously reported.”

When broken down, it cost taxpayers $481 per employee per day when counting wages and benefits. Overall employees received an average $9,547 in furloughs. 

As reported by Blacklock’s Reporter, at the beginning of the pandemic, the Treasury Board allowed federal managers to grant paid leave to employees, even if they were in “good health.” 

Among the reasons cited include parenting, not being able to work from home or living with someone at “high risk of severe illness.” 

“We’ve made sure to take care of our employees since the start of the pandemic,” said assistant deputy minister of the Treasury Board Sandra Hassan on November 4, 201. 

“At the beginning of the pandemic we sent everyone home to comply with public health directives and to ensure the safety of our employees and communities.”

Among the departments with the highest amount in furloughs include the Canada Revenue Agency, Correctional Service, the Department of National Defence and the Department of Employment, among others. 

Meanwhile, the Office of the Secretary to the Governor-General, granted the highest amount of unpaid leave with 1,016 hours or 6 months clocked by some employees. 

“The Office of the Governor General’s Secretary is somewhat of an outlier,” wrote the PBO.

Canadian media fawn over Trudeau lookalike, complain about weather while abroad

By
Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes his rounds during a series of international summits including the ongoing COP26 conference, legacy media journalists are clocking in their working hours by complaining about the weather and long security lines. 

To date, over 400 private jets have been used to escort global leaders, their delegations and members of the media to attend the Glasgow conference. According to a recent report, the flights alone are estimated to have caused over 13,000 tonnes of CO2 pollution. 

Prior to that, world leaders met in Italy for a G20 meeting and Trudeau concluded a bi-lateral meeting in the Netherlands.

Among the Canadian media outlets to have attended the events include the CBC, Global News and CTV News.  

True North has compiled some of the most bizarre reporting coming out of Trudeau’s latest international junket by Canada’s legacy media below.  

CBC reporter fawns over Trudeau lookalike

As delegates were gearing up for COP26 this week, CBC senior writer John Paul Tasker fawned over a series of tweets about Dutch GreenLeft Party leader Jesse Klaver, who he noted had an “uncanny resemblance” to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. 

Journalists complain about “massive lineups” 

CTV journalist Glen McGregor shared a photo of crowds of delegates and media attempting to enter COP26 in Glasgow on Monday, complaining that the gathering was “not COVID-safe.” 

McGregor was not alone in his dissatisfaction with having to wait in line. He was also joined by CBC’s John Paul Tasker and David Cochrane who also noted the long lineups.

Global News reporter says international trips are not vacations for journalists

While Trudeau was still in Italy for the G20 conference, Global News reporter Sean O’Shea rushed to the defense of his colleagues saying that international trips to cover summits were not vacations for reporters. According to O’Shea the extra deadlines and being in an odd time zone disqualifies the trip from being considered a vacation.

CBC reporter highlights Trudeau’s private Jaguar escort

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s private vehicle made an appearance in COP26 reporting by CBC journalist Jean Paul Tasker as the Canadian leader arrived for the conference.

Journalist reports on “chilly wind” knocking over banner

CBC reporter David Cochrane took to Twitter to inform Canadians that a COP26 banner had been knocked over by Glasgow’s “chilly wind.”

Justin Trudeau should not be taken seriously

By
Candice Malcolm
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is on another international junket to lecture others about climate change and the whole world is rolling their eyes.

In the past few days, Trudeau went to the Netherlands, the G20 summit in Rome and the COP26 Conference in Glasgow. Instead of discussing issues that actually matter to Canadians, such as the global supply crisis or the threat of hyperinflation, Trudeau used this opportunity to boast about his favourite pet issue – climate change.

However, because of his abysmal record on fighting climate change, Trudeau isn’t taken seriously by anyone on the international stage.

Candice Malcolm discusses Trudeau’s latest international junket and calls out the hypocrisy of the COP26 conference. Tune into The Candice Malcolm Show.

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Fuel-guzzling cruise ship hosts 3,000 global leaders at COP26

By
Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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An “environmentally friendly” cruise ship ferrying thousands of COP26 attendees in Glasgow, Scotland will have to use fossil fuels due to a lack of charging stations at UK ports.

According to the Independent, the MS Silja Europa is equipped with shore power systems which allow the boat to charge up on electricity when docked.

Despite this feature, a majority of UK ports do not have onshore power stations for medium or large vessels. 

The vessel was procured by the UK government due to a lack of accommodations available for the over 25,000 people who attended COP26. 

Although most of the developed world, including Canada, sent delegates to the conference, two of the world’s largest emitters China and Russia did not send anyone. 

Recent reports indicate that hundreds of private jets have been deployed by governments to attend the conference. 

According to estimates by the Sunday Mail, the event will produce over 13,000 tonnes of CO2 pollution which is the equivalent of the annual pollution produced by 1,600 Scots in one year. 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and several of his key ministers were in attendance at the conference. 

Recently, Trudeau used the event as an opportunity to call on the imposition of a hard cap on oil and gas producers in Canada. 

Over 400 private jets flew 30,000 global leaders to COP26

By
Cosmin Dzsurdzsa
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Officials from Canada and around the world boarded over 400 private jets to attend the ongoing COP26 climate conference in Glasgow, Scotland. 

According to an analysis by the Sunday Mail, the event will produce over 13,000 tonnes of CO2 pollution. 

The outlet estimated that up to 30,000 government officials ranging from prime ministers to low-ranking staff have attended the conference in person.

According to the outlet the Daily Record, the amount of emissions will be more CO2 than 1,600 Scots put out in the course of a single year. 

Critics have pointed out that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his delegation’s travel to the conference were in conflict with the Liberal government’s rhetoric around reducing Canada’s carbon footprint.

As reported by Toronto Sun journalist Bryan Passifiume, several days before the conference was set to begin, a military strategic C-17 airlift jet flew to Glasgow while the prime minister was still announcing his cabinet. 

While at the conference, Trudeau has pushed to impose a hard cap on oil and gas producers in Canada.

“We’ll cap oil and gas sector emissions today and ensure they decrease tomorrow at a pace and scale needed to reach net-zero by 2050,” said Trudeau on Monday. 

“That’s no small task for a major oil and gas producing country. It’s a big step that’s absolutely necessary.”

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