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Or sign-in if you have an account.24 Sussex Drive, the official residence of the prime minister of Canada, in Ottawa on June 25, 2026. Photo by Blair Gable/PostmediaIt’s Friday, June 26. Here are the top stories we’re following today.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorThe official prime minister’s residence, which was already deemed “old and out of date” in the 1940s, counts a rodent infestation, mould, water infiltration, corroding plumbing and asbestos among its urgent concerns. Prime Minister Mark Carney, with architect Moshe Safdie, board chair of the Rideau Hall Foundation Robert Prichard, and Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement Joël Lightbound, takes part in a news conference at 24 Sussex Drive in Ottawa on June 25, 2026. Photo by Blair Gable/PostmediaOn Friday, Carney unveiled a new competition for Canadian firms to submit their rebuild and design proposals for the dilapidated mansion. The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada will review proposals and make a recommendation to cabinet by July 1 of next year. While there is little doubt that the pandemic exacerbated attendance problems system-wide, it’s a complex issue that has a host of contributing factors. Photo by Adobe StockThe province has seen a steep decline in school attendance since the pandemic, when it was effectively made optional. Starting in the fall, attendance will be tied to grades in secondary schools. But critics say this will lead to more students failing and ultimately dropping out. Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at Holy Blossom Temple synagogue in Toronto on Monday June 1, 2026. Photo by Ernest Doroszuk/Toronto Sun/Postmedia“At a moment when Canada is struggling to confront rising antisemitism, the government should be especially vigilant in ensuring that federally supported institutions do not inadvertently fuel the very prejudice they seek to combat,” Israel’s ambassador wrote to Mark Carney. “The lack of response by the prime minister suggests he doesn’t take the matter seriously,” Newman writes. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Toronto. Photo by Dave Thomas/Postmedia/FileThough the judge said a longer sentence could “easily be justified,” a man convicted of ripping off a rival’s gold chain in Toronto over a $100 debt and slashing his face with a knife has convinced a jury that he stabbed his victim to death in self-defence and will serve just four years behind bars. Join the Conversation This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.