Some of the Haitian migrants arrested by RCMP officers in southern Quebec on Christmas Day have been deported to the United States after their asylum claims were reviewed by federal authorities. The Canada Border Services Agency says all 19 individuals had their claims assessed, and those found to be inadmissible under Canadian law were returned to the U.S. The agency did not specify how many people were deported following the review. Federal officials point to the Safe Third Country Agreement between Canada and the United States, which requires asylum seekers to make a refugee claim in the fi

Former Punjab Police Deputy Inspector General Harcharan Singh Bhullar has suffered a legal setback after a CBI special court in Chandigarh rejected his bail application. The order was passed on Friday following a detailed hearing in the case. During the proceedings, the court heard arguments from both the prosecution and the defence. The hearing took place after the court had earlier directed both sides to submit their replies and present their positions on the bail plea. Bhullar had also approached the Supreme Court seeking interim bail and a stay on the ongoing CBI proceedings. However, the

Surrey RCMP are investigating two separate shootings that occurred within about an hour overnight in different parts of the city, leaving one man injured and prompting renewed public safety concerns. Police say officers were first called shortly before midnight to the Newton neighbourhood near 140B Street and 59 Avenue. When they arrived, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to hospital and is expected to survive. A second man was arrested at the scene, and investigators say the incident does not appear to be connected to the recent extortion-related cases in Surrey. A

A snowmobiler has died after being caught in an avalanche in the Rocky Mountains of northeastern British Columbia, according to Avalanche Canada. The incident happened Tuesday in the Bullmoose area near Tumbler Ridge, where three snowmobilers were riding together. Avalanche Canada said the slide was remotely triggered from the bottom of the slope, highlighting the unstable conditions in the region at the time. One of the riders was fully buried by the avalanche and did not survive, despite rescue efforts by the other members of the group. No additional injuries were reported. Avalanche Canada

City officials in Calgary are asking residents to sharply reduce their daily water use after a key water feeder main ruptured late last month, placing pressure on the city’s drinking water system. Mayor Jeromy Farkas said the Bearspaw South Feeder Main remains in a critical state following the Dec. 30 break, leaving Calgary using more water than it can currently produce and store. The situation has prompted renewed calls for voluntary conservation across the city of roughly 1.6 million people. According to Chris Huston, the city’s manager of drinking water distribution, Calgary needs to ke

Jasmine Singh Excitement is building in the Punjabi film industry as the highly anticipated movie "Singh vs Kaur 2," directed by Navaniat Singh, is set to release on April 24, 2026. Starring the dynamic duo of Gippy Grewal and Shehnaaz Gill, this film promises to deliver a blend of comedy, action, and entertainment. During the shoot, which took place in various locations, including Surrey, Connect Cine had the opportunity to meet and interview Shehnaaz Gill and Raghveer Boli, providing fans with exclusive insights into the film. Following the success of "Ikk Kudi," this marks Shehnaaz's

In a surprising turn of events, Punjabi actor and singer Singaa has made headlines by calling out certain individuals in the Pollywood industry without naming them. He accused some figures of creating obstacles for newcomers and misusing their influence. Singaa went a step further, labeling some older men in the industry as having "bad intentions," referring to them as "tharki's." This candid critique is significant, especially coming from someone within the industry, and it raises questions about the dynamics at play in Pollywood. As of now, no industry insiders have publicly responded t

Jasmine Singh The excitement is palpable as fans eagerly await the release of Border 2, one of the most anticipated films of 2026. Directed by the talented Anurag Singh, this sequel promises to deliver an ensemble cast featuring Bollywood heavyweights like Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and the stunning Sonam Bajwa, alongside other notable actors. Recently, fans were treated to a sneak peek when Diljit and Varun shared a striking poster showcasing a scene from Border 2, where the two stars are paired together. This pairing has generated buzz, especially considering that it ma

Jasmine Singh In an exciting turn of events, celebrated Punjabi actor and comedian Gurpreet Ghuggi's son, Sukhan Waraich, is set to make his debut in the upcoming Bollywood film Border 2. This marks a quiet yet significant start for Sukhan, who has largely remained out of the limelight until now. Gurpreet Ghuggi has long been a staple in Punjabi cinema, known for his comic timing and impactful performances. While his contributions have often gone unnoticed, he has successfully kept his children away from the media frenzy, allowing them to carve their own paths. Now, with Sukhan stepping in

Jasmine Singh Diljit Dosanjh, the man whose fan following stretches across the planet—from the pind-streets of Punjab all the way to Canada, America, Australia, Italy, and basically any place with Wi-Fi—has once again managed to turn an ordinary day into headline material. During his recent visit to the city for a film shoot, Diljit slipped away from the cameras long enough to meet a warm group of elderly women. As expected, he didn’t just greet them—he politely bowed, gathered their blessings, and probably left them whispering, “Haye rabba, eh munda te soni gallan karde!” Word of