EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 2 MIN
Western Standard News Update | 08 Jan 2026
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In this Western Standard News Update, Chief Editor Dave Naylor breaks down key political and national stories making headlines across Canada and the United States — from U.S. energy policy to Calgary’s water supply warning and new federal funding programs.U.S. Energy Secretary confirms Venezuelan oil sales will continue “indefinitely,” Calgary warns it may run out of water following a catastrophic feeder line failure, and the Canadian Taxpayers Federation says Ottawa’s Cape Breton gun confiscation pilot should be scrapped after collecting just 25 firearms out of a targeted 200.Plus, the federal government unveils a new $200-million initiative for Black-led organizations, and new photos emerge of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on a yacht with pop star Katy PerryGet the full update and visit WesternStandard.News
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In this Western Standard News Update, Chief Editor Dave Naylor breaks down key political and national stories making headlines across Canada and the United States — from U.S. energy policy to Calgary’s water supply warning and new federal funding programs.U.S. Energy Secretary confirms Venezuelan oil sales will continue “indefinitely,” Calgary warns it may run out of water following a catastrophic feeder line failure, and the Canadian Taxpayers Federation says Ottawa’s Cape Breton gun confiscation pilot should be scrapped after collecting just 25 firearms out of a targeted 200.Plus, the federal government unveils a new $200-million initiative for Black-led organizations, and new photos emerge of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on a yacht with pop star Katy PerryGet the full update and visit WesternStandard.News
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Western Standard News Update | 08 Jan 2026
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