The Peak Daily The Depart-eh’d 🇨🇦 - Ontario police are under the microscope, GM bets on EV battery breakthrough.
Feb 10, 2026
A sweeping police corruption probe in Ontario ignites scrutiny across dozens of services after multiple arrests. A major automaker is betting big on a risky lithium-manganese battery push to revive its EV lineup. Plus quick takes on political maneuvering, airline disruptions, and a social app testing new features.
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Wide‑Ranging Toronto Police Scandal
- Jay Rosenthal recounts a Toronto police scandal that mirrors The Departed with wide-ranging corruption allegations.
- Officers allegedly trafficked drugs, leaked intel to gangs, took bribes, and plotted murder, undermining public trust.
Corruption Has Historical Roots
- Historical patterns show corruption in Canadian policing isn't new, with past RCMP probes revealing widespread issues.
- The current allegations could seriously erode public confidence and even compromise ongoing criminal trials.
GM's All‑In On LMR Batteries
- GM is betting its EV turnaround on lithium‑manganese‑rich (LMR) batteries as a cost‑range compromise.
- LMR could cut reliance on nickel and cobalt but faces the technical risk of voltage fade that GM claims to have solved.