The White House decided to begin referring to Russia’s actions as an "invasion" because of the situation on the ground, a U.S. official told The Associated Press.
In a vote on Monday night, 185 MPs voted in favour of the use of the emergency powers in response to blockades in Ottawa and elsewhere, while 151 voted against the measure.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday recognized the independence of Moscow-backed rebel regions in eastern Ukraine, which has been embroiled in an eight-year-long war.
Western nations denounced Putin’s announcement and said they are preparing sanctions that are separate from those that have been promised if the Russian military invades Ukraine.
The Ontario government has announced it is ending licence plate renewal fees and sticker fees by March 13 and will refund the cost of stickers purchased over the past two years.
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