The Peak Daily Judge ye not 👨⚖️ - Courts are tossing out criminal cases, Canada and the EU get defensive.
Dec 2, 2025
Kathy Lee, Vice President of Small Business Banking at EQ Bank, shares insights from a survey on solopreneurs highlighting their overlooked needs and financial anxieties. She discusses how traditional banks often frustrate these entrepreneurs with unnecessary fees and features. Kathy introduces EQ Bank’s offerings specifically designed for one-person businesses, emphasizing zero monthly fees and competitive interest rates. She encourages solopreneurs to take charge of their financial well-being while sharing her personal journey in the banking world.
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Revise Rules To Reduce Trial Delays
- Ottawa plans new criminal justice legislation to tackle delays by changing evidence rules and judge appointments. Provinces will ask the Supreme Court to revisit the 30-month ruling using a recently expired drug case.
Canada Joins EU Defense Loan Program
- Canada joined the EU's SAFE defense lending vehicle to let Canadian firms bid on European defense contracts. The deal helps both sides meet defense procurement goals and legitimizes the SAFE program.
Partnerships Are Key To Hitting Defense Goals
- Canada must partner internationally to meet ambitious defense spending targets that are hard to hit alone. Such partnerships expand procurement options and stretch domestic defense budgets.