CanadaDec 09, 2024
Cancer Patients in Canada Face High Out-of-Pocket Costs: Report
Cancer patients in Canada are facing significant out-of-pocket expenses, according to the Canadian Cancer Society. While hospital costs such as surgery and chemotherapy are covered by the government, the average cancer patient still pays about $33,000 over the course of their lifetime.
These costs include out-of-pocket expenses for prescribed medications, transportation to and from the hospital, accommodation, and lost income during treatment. Physicians and health policy experts note that these financial burdens make coping with the disease even more difficult.
The report estimates that in 20
CanadaDec 09, 2024
Trump Unveils Agenda After Taking Office
Donald Trump revealed his agenda in an interview with a TV channel. He stated that after taking the oath as President of the United States, he plans to end birthright citizenship, a policy that grants U.S. citizenship to children born on American soil, regardless of their parents' nationality.
Trump emphasized that he would work to abolish birthright citizenship and reiterated his stance on deporting illegal immigrants currently residing in the United States.
Additionally, he mentioned that he would take steps to pardon individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol riot once he becomes Presi
CanadaDec 09, 2024
The Canada Post strike involving more than 55,000 has hit 25 days
The Canada Post strike involving more than 55,000 workers has hit 25 days.In a statement Sunday, Canada Post says it is awaiting a formal response from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers to the proposal it submitted to the union Friday.
In a Friday statement, the union said it was reviewing what Canada Post put forward and questioned when the mediation process will officially resume.
The union said it is committed to returning to the bargaining table.
The strike began Nov. 14, and federal mediation was put on hold nearly two weeks ago due to the sides being too far apart.
Calls for governme
CanadaDec 09, 2024
Family spokesman says slain Edmonton security guard had only been working three days
A spokesman for the family of a security guard who police say was murdered while patrolling an Edmonton apartment building last week says the man had only been on the job for three days. Gagandeep Singh Ghuman says Harshandeep Singh was from Haryana state in northern India. He came to Canada a year and a half ago on a student visa and was enrolled at NorQuest College in the city.
Ghuman, who is not related to the family, says Singh's aunt and uncle live in Winnipeg, but have travelled to Edmonton because of the tragedy and are dealing with ``an unimaginable loss,'' while his parents both li
CanadaDec 09, 2024
Government faces third Tory non-confidence vote
The Liberals are set to face a third Conservative non-confidence vote today, but the government is likely to survive with the support of the NDP.
Members of Parliament are supposed to vote on a motion that quotes NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh's criticism of the Liberals and asks the House to agree with Singh and vote to bring down the government. Singh said last week he is not going to support the Conservatives, so the motion will likely fail. The House is also supposed to vote on an NDP motion calling on the government to expand the GST break and the $250 "working Canadians rebate" to fully reti
CanadaDec 06, 2024
Canada's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 6.8%
Canada's unemployment rate has reached 6.8%, the highest since January 2017, raising speculation about a potential interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada.
A Statistics Canada report shows employers added 51,000 jobs in November, but the rate increased as more people entered the workforce. Compared to October, unemployment rose by 0.3%, with 87,000 individuals newly unemployed in November.
This marks the last major economic report ahead of the Bank of Canada's interest rate decision on December 11. Experts anticipate a possible rate cut, though opinions vary on the extent.
CanadaDec 06, 2024
Road Closures in Vancouver Ahead of Taylor Swift Concert
Traffic delays are expected in Vancouver, especially near BC Place, Rogers Arena, and Concord Pacific Place, due to road closures and increased police presence for Taylor Swift's concert starting today.
Residents and visitors are advised to walk, bike, use taxis, or transit to navigate the city.
Taylor Swift is in Vancouver for the final three shows of her blockbuster Eras Tour. The city anticipates a massive influx of fans, with over 160,000 Swifties expected over the weekend. The concert coincides with Canucks games, further adding to the crowd.
CanadaDec 06, 2024
Punjabi Brothers Shot in Brampton; One Dead, One Hospitalized
Tragic news has emerged from Ontario, Canada. Two Punjabi brothers were shot in Brampton late Wednesday night. One brother, Pritpal Singh, lost his life, while the other, Khushwant Singh, is hospitalized.
Peel Police reported receiving a call about a shooting on Odeon Street, near Gorway and Mayfield Roads, around 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The incident is believed to be targeted.
Investigators are searching for a white four-door sedan used in the attack. Reports suggest the suspects fired shots from this vehicle. Media sources confirmed that both victims hail from the Tarn Taran district of Pun
CanadaDec 06, 2024
Canada's Arctic policy draws on international collaboration to face emerging threats
Canada has unveiled an Arctic foreign policy that commits to increasing domestic and international collaboration to combat emerging foreign threats in the North.
The policy, released by Global Affairs Canada on Friday in Ottawa, says the North American Arctic is "no longer free from tension" amid increased geopolitical instability following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which has "shaken the foundations of international co-operation in the Arctic."
A key part of the plan is to revive the role of Canada's Arctic ambassador, which was removed in 2006 under the Harper government, and commits to o