Roberto Wakerell-Cruz
Roberto Wakerell-Cruz is a Montreal-based journalist writer and podcast host. He is the main host of This Week In Canada a comedy and opinion news show.
Trudeau government’s gun control strategy to be implemented soon
Trudeau cabinet’s Bill Blair has revealed that their gun control plan will be rolled out in a “multi-step process” which will include the prohibition of the sale of assault weapons.
#RIPMIKE top trend on Twitter after Mike Sloan’s death
Beloved Canadian Mike Sloan, who made his fight with cancer public on Twitter, has passed away.
WATCH: Chinese pig wearing cape FLIES off bungee jump
A Chinese theme park, which aren’t particularly known for their ethics and safety rules, made a live pig bungee jump to attract visitors to the park.
Gun rights rally in Virginia attracts massive crowds
Tens of thousands of gun owners are rallying in Virginia, as pro-gun activists from across the country protest proposed restrictions by gun restrictions.
Half of Canadians continue to face insolvency, ‘debt hopelessness’
According to the latest MNP Consumer Debt Index published today, 50 percent of survey respondents answered that they were within $200 of being unable to pay their bills.
Canadian study finds that pregnant women should avoid marijuana
A new study from Western University and Queens University suggests that marijuana use while pregnant may very well affect the baby’s growth.
WATCH: Trump cracks hilarious jokes with LSU football team at White House
While inviting Louisiana State University’s champion football team to the White House, Trump worked the room by making jokes about the Oval Office.
Halifax man who killed his wife will receive her full life insurance
A Halifax man who was found not criminally responsible for killing his wife in their Nova Scotia home will receive the entirety of her life insurance policy.
Families of victims of Flight 752 will receive $25,000 per victim, says Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed media in Ottawa today, regarding downed passenger flight PS752, which saw the tragic death of 176, including 57 Canadians.
Federal government loses $1.4 million sending money to wrong accounts in 2012
The Receiver General, responsible for making payments for the Canadian government, lost over $1.4 million from sending money to the wrong accounts.
Liberals attack Ford government for helping parents cover daycare costs during teacher strikes
The Ontario Liberal Party is attacking the Ford government for giving rebates to parents who have to get daycare for their children during teacher strikes.
Ontario man attacks kindergarteners with curtain rod, leaves child in ‘serious condition’
A man is facing charges after allegedly attacking young children in a kindergarten class with a curtain rod during the school’s recess.
Activist acquitted by Quebec court due to lack of English prosecutors
Left-wing activist Jaggi Singh has been released of all charges in a Quebec City court, due to the city’s inability to hold a trial in English.
Andrew Weaver leaves Green Party, will serve as independent
Andrew Weaver’s initial announcement to step down came weeks after he was diagnosed with labyrinthitis, a disease that causes vertigo and nausea.
Ford government announces rebates up to $60/day for parents during teacher strikes
The Doug Ford government has released its eligibility outline for daycare support during the impending Ontario teacher strikes.