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IndiaJun 21, 2022

Weapons used to murder Sidhu Moose Wala supplied to shooters from across the border: Sources

Delhi Police Special Cell on Tuesday received information from the accused that the weapons used in the murder of Sidhu Moose Wala were supplied to them from across the border, said sources. Earlier on Monday, Delhi Police arrested three persons, including two main shooters in the Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala killing case. A Delhi Court on Monday granted 14 days of custody of Priyavrat alias Fauji, Kashish alias Kuldeep and Keshav Kumar to special cell of Delhi police till July 4. The arrests were made in Kutch, Gujarat on June 19. A huge cache of arms including pistols 50 rounds, eight h
AlbertaJun 21, 2022

Parks Canada steps up enforcement after three grizzly bear deaths in three weeks

LAKE LOUISE, Alta. - Parks Canada is asking motorists to slowdown and watch for wildlife after three grizzly bears were struck and killed in Jasper and Yoho national parks earlier this month. The agency says two bears _ a female and a male _ died on the Trans-Canada Highway through Yoho National Park on June 7 and June 11. A third grizzly bear was hit by a transport truck on Highway 16 last week in Jasper National Park. David Laskin, a wildlife ecologist for Parks Canada in Lake Louise, says a deep snowpack high in the mountains has kept bears along the roads where there's a lot of green grass
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CanadaJun 21, 2022

Canada's Masse wins third straight world 100 backstroke medal with silver in Budapest

Kylie Masse took silver in the women's 100-metre backstroke at the world aquatic championships, finishing just short of a third straight world title in the event. Masse, from LaSalle, Ont., finished in 58.40 seconds, .18 seconds behind winner Regan Smith of the United States. Claire Curzan of the U.S., was third in 58.67 seconds. Masse got the fastest start in the field of eight swimmers and was beside Smith out of the turn. Masse pressured Smith over the final 50 metres, but the American touched the wall just ahead of the two-time champion. It's the sixth world championship medal for Masse,
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BCJun 21, 2022

Burnaby RCMP seek witnesses and dash cam footage of a fatal single vehicle collision that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist

Burnaby RCMP’s Criminal Collision Investigation Team continues to investigate a fatal collision that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. Just after 2:00 a.m., on Sunday June 19, Burnaby RCMP frontline officers responded to a report of a single motorcycle crash near Willingdon Avenue and Sanderson Way. The motorcycle was travelling southbound on Willingdon Avenue at the time of the crash, which is believed to have occurred at approximately 1:55 a.m. A 22-year-old motorcyclist was pronounced dead on scene. Burnaby RCMP’s Criminal Collision Investigation Team has taken conduct of the inv
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BCJun 20, 2022

VPD investigates series of unprovoked weekend assaults

Vancouver Police are investigating an unprovoked machete attack in the Downtown Eastside – one of several violent and seemingly random incidents that kept VPD officers busy over the Father’s Day weekend. A VPD officer was flagged over near the Empress Hotel, at Main and Hastings, around 7 p.m. Sunday for reports of a man wielding a weapon. The officer discovered two people who had been slashed with a machete while loading luggage into a waiting taxi.The attack left both victims with head and neck wounds that required hospitalization, but both are expected to recover.The victims told police
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BCJun 20, 2022

Pedestrian seriously injured in hit and run collision

Surrey RCMP is investigating a hit and run collision that sent one person to hospital with serious injuries. On June 20, 2022, at approximately 6:20 a.m., Surrey RCMP received a report that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle in the 8400-block of 132 Street. Frontline officers arrived on scene and learned that the suspect vehicle had fled. The pedestrian was associated to a parked vehicle and was standing outside their vehicle at the time they were struck. The pedestrian was transported to hospital with serious injuries. At approximately, 7:15 a.m., Surrey Fire Service advised that they
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CanadaJun 20, 2022

Freeland, Yellen say they are working together to combat soaring global inflation

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen say the two countries are working together to combat rising inflation by ensuring supply chains are more resilient. The pair spoke about the turbulent global economy at a joint news conference in downtown Toronto on Monday afternoon, which marks Yellen's first trip to Canada as secretary of the Treasury. During the news conference, Freeland said the two countries are facing a consequential time for the global economy, which comes with a historic opportunity to ensure resiliency in supply chains that will prevent futur
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BCJun 20, 2022

Screeners at various B.C. airports wearing street clothes to protest against substandard pay and disrespect from the federal government

Screeners at airports in Abbotsford, Kamloops and Whitehorse are wearing street clothes to protest what their union says is substandard pay and disrespect from the federal government. The United Steelworkers says airport screeners at more than 40 airports across Canada launched the visible protest this morning. The demonstration comes as many airports have reported long lines, flight delays and other disruptions caused by a lack of staffing at security or customs checkpoints. Steelworkers national director Marty Warren says more than 850 screening officers have been hired since April but the
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BCJun 20, 2022

Pedestrian killed in late-night hit and run on Vancouver's west side

Vancouver police say a 24 year old man has been killed in a hit-and-run collision. A statement from police says the victim and a friend were crossing West Fourth Avenue in the Kitsilano neighbourhood at about 11:30 p.m. Sunday. The man, whom police have not identified, was hit by a newer model grey sedan that they say appeared to be speeding. The driver did not stop and police say the victim died at the scene. Investigators have spoken to several witnesses but are appealing for dashcam video or surveillance photos from surrounding businesses. Police believe the suspect vehicle was heading eas

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CanadaSep 29, 2026

Carney Signals Controlled Increase in Immigration

Prime Minister Mark Carney has signalled that Canada could begin a controlled increase in immigration after bringing the country’s immigration system back under control. In another part of an interview with a private broadcaster, Carney said the immigration system is now under control and that the next question is how to begin a controlled increase in the country’s population. His comments come exactly one month before the government is expected to announce its immigration targets for the next three years. The previous three federal immigration plans focused on reducing the number of newco
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AlbertaSep 29, 2026

Calgary Chamber Warns of Economic Fallout From Alberta Split

A report commissioned by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce warns of significant economic consequences if Alberta were to separate from Canada. The study, led by University of Calgary economist Trevor Tombe, estimates that trade costs could increase by 5% to 8%, potentially resulting in 44,000 to 69,000 fewer jobs in Calgary compared with remaining in Canada. The report notes that Alberta is Canada’s most trade-exposed jurisdiction, making the province particularly vulnerable to higher trade costs. The report comes three weeks before Albertans vote on 10 referendum questions, including one on
CanadaSep 29, 2026

RCMP Charges 16 in Major Quebec Cocaine Trafficking Investigation

The RCMP in Quebec has charged 16 people following an investigation into a major cocaine trafficking network allegedly operating in the province. Police said the operation, known as Project Chrome, began in 2022 with significant assistance from the Canada Revenue Agency. Investigators allege the organization operated an illegal gaming house in Montreal and used proceeds from drug trafficking to renovate properties linked to the group and launder money. During searches, police seized 14 kilograms of cocaine, more than $145,000 in cash and assets valued at over $9 million. According to details r
BCSep 29, 2026

Langley Shooting Leaves One Person Injured, Police Investigating

Langley RCMP are investigating a shooting in which one person was injured in the Brookswood area. Police said the incident occurred early Monday morning in the 3000-block of 205 Street. Langley RCMP officers and BC Emergency Health Services personnel responded shortly after receiving reports of gunfire and transported the injured person to hospital. According to Sgt. Zanel Sharoum, investigators believe the shooting was a targeted incident based on preliminary findings. Police are speaking with witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage as part of the investigation. The victim's identity has not bee
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BCSep 29, 2026

B.C. Conservatives Accuse Eby of Breaking $1,000 Grocery Rebate Promise

The B.C. Conservatives have launched an attack on the B.C. NDP and Leader David Eby during the provincial election campaign, accusing them of breaking election promises and pursuing failed economic policies. The Conservatives claim that exactly two years ago, the B.C. NDP promised to provide every family in British Columbia with a $1,000 grocery rebate but abandoned the commitment after winning the election. B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson questioned how voters could trust the NDP after the alleged broken promise, arguing that the province needs a change in government. Doerkson also cr