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IndiaSep 14, 2021

Aam Aadmi Party holds 'Tiranga Sankalp Yatra' in Ayodhya

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on September 14 took out a 'Tiranga Sankalp Yatra' in Ayodhya. Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia along with party leader Sanjay Singh led the yatra. "We will fight elections in all 403 seats in the state," said Delhi Deputy CM. AAP is gearing up for 2022 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.
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CanadaSep 14, 2021

Trudeau making no apologies for losing his cool with a protester in Vancouver

Justin Trudeau is making no apologies for losing his cool with a protester in Vancouver who screamed obscenities at him. Trudeau says the man crossed a line yesterday when he started saying derogatory things about his wife.The man called Trudeau a communist and screamed a misogynist comment referencing the Liberal leader's wife. Trudeau responded by asking the man if there was a hospital he should be bothering, a reference to the anti-vaccine protests that took place yesterday outside hospitals across the country.
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CanadaSep 14, 2021

Justin Trudeau, Erin O'Toole tied as election campaign hits final bend

A new poll shows a complete deadlock between Justin Trudeau's Liberals and Erin O'Toole's Conservatives with less than one week left in the federal election.The poll conducted by Leger in collaboration with The Canadian Press shows both parties tied with the support of 32 per cent of decided voters, with the NDP in third place with 20 per cent.A similar poll conducted two weeks ago had the Conservatives ahead with 34 per cent compared with 30 per cent for the Liberals and 24 per cent for the NDP.The polls cannot be given a margin of error because internet-based polls are not considered random
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BCSep 14, 2021

B.C. reports 1,984 COVID-19 cases and 9 deaths

Over a 3 day period, B.C. is reporting 1,984 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 175,142 cases in the province. Sept. 10-11: 823 new casesSept. 11-12: 641 new casesSept. 12-13: 520 new casesNote: The numbers of total and new cases are provisional due to a delayed data refresh and will be verified once confirmed.There are 5,825 active cases of COVID-19 in the province and 167,078 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 278 individuals are in hospital and 139 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.In the past 72 hours, nine
BCSep 14, 2021

B.C. introducing COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all health-care workers

All health-care workers and volunteers will soon have to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in British Columbia as the provincial government expands its immunization program. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says additional pandemic measures are needed to fight the spread of COVID-19. She says the vaccine mandate will take effect Oct. 26 and it will be a condition of employment for all workers, physicians, contractors and volunteers in health facilities. It also applies to people who work in home and community care locations, including client homes. The province is also giving third vacc
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BCSep 13, 2021

Vancouver Police stretched thin during violent weekend

Vancouver Police were kept busy during the weekend, with a series of shootings, stabbings, and other major crimes that sent several people to hospital with serious injuries."Our front-line officers and specially-trained detectives have been going full tilt since Friday in an effort to stem the violence and make headway on these cases," says Sergeant Steve Addison, VPD. "Dozens of police officers have been assigned to these investigations. We’re doing everything we can to solve them and to prevent more violence."More than 30 officers were already investigating the case of a 76-year-old woman
BCSep 13, 2021

Date set for inquest into death of Peter John De Groot

The BC Coroners Service has announced new dates for an inquest examining the death of Peter de Groot, who was fatally shot by police at a cabin in southeastern BC in October 2014. The inquest will begin September 27th in Nelson after being cancelled in May of last year due to the pandemic. The 45 year old was shot at a cabin in Slocan four days after he disappeared into the bush following a confrontation with officers. A report released by the Independent Investigation Office in 2018 ruled police were justified in shooting de Groot when they believed he raised a rifle as a Mountie opened a ca
BCSep 13, 2021

B.C. COVID-19 vaccine card system takes effect, one dose required in many settings

British Columbia's COVID-19 vaccine card system is now in effect as the province aims to curtail cases and hospitalizations in the fourth wave of the pandemic.Anyone who wants to access a range of non-essential indoor settings must show proof of at least one dose of vaccine, with a second shot required by Oct. 24. The digital or paper vaccine card is required at settings such as ticketed sports events, concerts, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, casinos, gyms and movie theatres. The card will not be required at grocery and liquor stores, pharmacies, fast food restaurants, salons, hotels, banks, r
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BCSep 13, 2021

RCMP name homicide victim found critically hurt on Penticton school playing field

The RCMP say the death of a man who was found critically injured on a school playing field in Penticton, B.C., is now being treated as a homicide. Police have identified 22 year old Taig Savage as the man who was found at Penticton Secondary School on Sept. 5. A statement from the police says Savage's name and photo are being released in the hope someone will come forward with information. Savage died in hospital shortly after a passerby reported seeing him unresponsive early last Sunday morning. The RCMP have not said how Savage died. He was wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and grey pants, a

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CanadaOct 27, 2026

Trump Congratulates Lorne Doerkson on BC Conservatives’ Historic Election Victory

U.S. President Donald Trump has congratulated Lorne Doerkson on the Conservative Party’s historic victory in British Columbia’s provincial election. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Congratulations to Lorne Doerkson on your big win. Conservatives are making strong gains in Canada.” During the election campaign, the BC NDP and David Eby had attempted to appeal to voters by portraying the BC Conservatives as being aligned with Trump-style politics. However, the Conservatives went on to win more than 60 of the 93 seats, marking their biggest electoral vi
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CanadaOct 27, 2026

Quebec Premier Claims Ottawa Blocked His Speech at Canada-EU Summit

A controversy has erupted ahead of the Canada-EU Summit in Montreal, with Quebec’s new Parti Québécois government accusing the federal government of refusing to allow Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon to deliver a speech at the event. In a statement posted on X, Plamondon alleged that Ottawa had rejected his request to speak, despite the summit being held on Quebec soil. He criticized Prime Minister Mark Carney, calling the decision disrespectful to Quebec. The federal government has rejected the allegations. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Premier Plamondon and other provincial leader
BCOct 27, 2026

B.C. NDP to Choose Interim Leader This Week After David Eby’s Resignation

The B.C. NDP is preparing to select an interim leader this week following its crushing defeat in the provincial election and David Eby’s resignation. Eby stepped down as party leader on Saturday night, taking responsibility for the electoral loss, which saw the NDP lose 19 seats. Three names are reportedly leading the race to replace him: Adrian Dix, Bowinn Ma and Mike Farnworth. Whoever takes over will face the challenge of leading a disappointed and shaken caucus. The NDP’s new 28-member caucus is scheduled to meet for the first time on Thursday, when members are expected to decide on an
BCOct 27, 2026

B.C. Conservative MLA Caroline Elliott Stands Firm Against DRIPA Law

B.C. Conservative MLA Caroline Elliott has vowed to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), a controversial law concerning Indigenous rights. She argued that the legislation is harming investment and economic interests in the province and said her party is committed to scrapping it. The law has also raised concerns among some private property owners. While the B.C. Conservatives oppose the legislation, B.C. Green MLA Emily Lowan has defended it, saying it has no connection to private property rights and that unnecessary fear has been created around the issue. Re
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FeaturedOct 27, 2026

Alberta UCP MLA Shane Getson Resigns, Citing Personal and Family Reasons

Alberta United Conservative Party (UCP) MLA Shane Getson has resigned from his position, citing personal and family reasons. However, he has not provided further details about his decision. Getson had represented the predominantly rural riding of Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland, northwest of Edmonton, since 2019. During his tenure, he became known for his outspoken remarks, which frequently drew criticism from political opponents. In 2025, Getson faced significant backlash over statements concerning transgender surgeries. In 2022, he also voiced opposition to COVID-19 restrictions and vaccine mandates