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Laura Osman

Reporter

Laura Osman is an Ottawa correspondent for The Logic. She was previously a reporter in the Ottawa bureau of The Canadian Press, where she covered federal health and immigration policy, among other things. She has also covered municipal and provincial politics in Ottawa and Edmonton for the CBC.

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Articles by Laura Osman

Retaliation against Trump tariffs will cost Canadians, Trudeau warns

https://thelogic.co/news/trump-tariff-cost-canada-trudeau/

By Laura Osman | Jan 21, 2025

PM says Liberal government's plan is designed to avoid unintended consequences.

A close-up of Justin Trudeau in mid-sentence. He's wearing a blue suit jacket and blue tie.

Tariffs on Canada could come Feb. 1, Trump says

https://thelogic.co/news/canada-time-out-trump/

By Joanna Smith and Laura Osman | Jan 21, 2025

White House signals Trump will roll back auto emission caps and declare an 'energy emergency' to clear the way for oil drilling

Donald Trump stands in a dark suit with a purple patterned tie behind a lectern with hands spread and a beatific smile on his face. He's backed by a small crowd of people, including his son Barron; and his vice-president, J.D. Vance; and his wife Melania, whose eyes are obscured by the brim of the black Cordoban hat she's wearing.

Carney versus Freeland makes Liberal leadership race all about the economy

https://thelogic.co/news/liberal-leadership-chrystia-freeland-mark-carney/

By Laura Osman | Jan 17, 2025

Carney says he'll be 'completely focused' on getting Canada’s economy on track while Freeland is taking aim at Trump’s tariff threats.

A composite photo of former finance minister Chrystia Freeland and former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney wearing suits and speaking into microphones in front of them.

Canadians ready to ditch capital gains tax hike but not dental care

https://thelogic.co/news/canadians-ready-to-ditch-capital-gains-tax-hike-but-not-dental-care/

By Laura Osman | Jan 16, 2025

New poll finds support for key Liberal programs even as Trudeau heads for the exit

Justin Trudeau appears at the entrance to Rideau Cottage in a dark three-quarter length jacket and blue tie. The black door to the red brick home is wreathed with festive boughs and holly berries.

Briefing

Drake drops legal beef with Spotify over Kendrick banger

https://thelogic.co/briefing/drake-drops-legal-beef-with-spotify-over-kendrick-banger/

By Laura Osman | Jan 15, 2025

Conservatives plan to scrap subsidies, use tax code to spur innovation

https://thelogic.co/news/conservatives-subsidies-tax-code-plan/

By Laura Osman | Jan 14, 2025

CPC wants to encourage productivity and keep Canadian-grown ideas from leaving the country, says party's critic on the file.

A shot of Conservative MP speaking in a crowded House of Commons, with an index finger extended as he makes his point. He's wearing a dark jacket and a blue-and-green tartan tie.

Virtual-health providers on notice as Ottawa cracks down on fee-for-care

https://thelogic.co/news/virtual-health-providers-fee-for-care-cracks-down/

By Laura Osman | Jan 10, 2025

Provinces must cover services or see transfers clawed back, health minister warns.

Briefing

China open to stronger trade ties as Trump threatens tariffs

https://thelogic.co/briefing/china-open-to-stronger-trade-ties-as-trump-threatens-tariffs/

By Laura Osman | Jan 9, 2025

CRA going ahead with capital gains hike despite lack of legislation

https://thelogic.co/news/cra-capital-gains-hike-lack-of-legislation/

By Laura Osman | Jan 7, 2025

Parliament prorogued before the tax change passed. Could Ottawa be forced to give money back?

A close-up of the Canada Revenue Agency sign at CRA headquarters in Ottawa, with greenery in the background.

Briefing

Canada considers preemptively naming retaliatory tariff targets

https://thelogic.co/briefing/canada-considers-preemptively-naming-retaliatory-tariff-targets/

By Laura Osman | Jan 7, 2025