Ottawa Observations: Thursday, August 9, 2018

Our compilation of some of the stories of note from the day, reviewing the political developments from the Federal scene for  Thursday,  August 9, 2018

Saudi Snit fallout

Saudi Arabia assures Canada dispute won't block oil sales
Riyadh's measures fail to disrupt Canadian markets
The Saudi attack on Canada is a political gift to the Liberals
Singh pitches payback for Saudi spat - buying our oil somewhere else
Canada-Saudi spat highlights perils of Twitter diplomacy
Canada cannot yield to Saudi Arabia's deranged overreaction
Row over jailed activists won't affect oil shipments to Canada, Saudi minister says
Many Canadian Muslims have 'no idea' how they'll get home from hajj pilgrimage amid Saudi diplomatic spat
Determined diplomacy needed to mend relations between Canada and Saudi Arabia, experts say
Stakes are low in Canada-Saudi Arabia squabble
Saudi Arabia's manufactured outrage is about proving they can make us submit
Shaky relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada may lead to 'unintended consequences'
Freeland's right, but Twitter wasn't the place
Canada still seeking clarity from Saudi Arabia on diplomatic dispute
Saudi Arabia's global ambitions leave no room for meddling
'We'd love to stay': Saudi students in Canada scramble to leave amid tensions between countries


Globe and Mail 

Gun violence a 'significant concern' for Canadians and government must deal with it, Bill Blair says
Ford opposes handgun ban as he pledges funds to fight gun violence
One in seven cannabis users admits they consumed drugs then drove, Statscan says
CBSA stays quiet on how travellers should answer questions about cannabis at U.S. border, documents reveal
Calgary police seek tips in altercation with border officers that led to death of man being deported


CBC

Conservative senator apologizes for tweet citing Liberal MP's Saudi background
Bill Blair has a big new job. Does anyone know what it is?
Office holders to face stiffer punishments for breaking federal ethics rules
Francois Legault's CAQ has the edge as Quebec provincial election approaches
Supreme Court will hear Radio-Canada appeal on revealing anonymous sources
Credit card firms to trim merchant fees, but retailers group 'underwhelmed'


Toronto Star

A BC reserve has been 17 years without safe drinking water. Many don't even have tap water
Canadian HIV-AIDS organizations fear federal funding shift will lead to higher rates
Family of Colten Boushie files lawsuit against RCMP and farmer who killed him


Toronto Sun

Ford's 25 million to combat gun crime a good first step


National Post

Trade talks with Canada proving 'really, really difficult' with little progress: US NAFTA negotiator
Canadians not Mexicans represent largest number of visa overstays in the U.S., according to Department of Homeland Security
Ottawa mosque has charitable status revoked after CRA audit finds 'extremist' speakers
Plans to outfit Canadian troops with U.S. uniforms a waste of $500M: top camouflage designer
Losing the beach head have the Liberals harmed the cause of carbon taxation?
Canada dragging its heels on participation in World Expo


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Global

Canada reaches deals with credit card firms to cut merchant fees by about 10 basis points
Conservative senator apologizing over 'shameful' tweet questioning Liberal MP's Saudi Arabia ties
Nearly 15% of cannabis users have driven within 2 hours of using: StatsCan
Ottawa considering additional restrictions to help curb gun violence


Miscellaneous 

Singh to run locally, Act nationally in Burnaby Byelection
Victoria council votes to remove Sir John A Macdonald statue, concerns raised