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CanadaNov 06, 2024

Jagmeet Singh Reacts to Trump’s Return, Appeals to Canadians to Unite

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has called on Canadians to unite in response to Donald Trump’s return to the White House. Singh expressed that Trump’s victory has disappointed many people, urging that Canadians must set aside their differences and work together for the greater good of the country and its jobs. It is worth noting that the United States is not only Canada’s neighbor but also its major trading partner, and there is concern about the potential impact of Trump’s policies, including possible tariffs. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, speaking to reporters in Ottawa, a
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CanadaNov 06, 2024

Harjit Singh Sajjan appeared before committee over Afghan Sikhs dispute

Harjit Singh Sajjan, who was Canada's Defense Minister in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, appeared before the parliamentary committee on Tuesday to address the dispute related to Afghan Sikhs. He was accused of ordering special forces to evacuate Afghan Sikhs instead of Canadians during Canada's final rescue operation in Afghanistan, following the Taliban's takeover in 2021. The current Minister of Emergency Preparedness told the committee that he did not provide special treatment to Afghan Sikhs, but rather acted out of humanitarian concern. Sajjan explained that the Calgary-base
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CanadaNov 06, 2024

Justin Trudeau congratulates Donald Trump on his U.S. presidential win

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended congratulations to Donald Trump on his re-election as president of the United States. "The friendship between Canada and the U.S. is the envy of the world. I know President Trump and I will work together to create more opportunity, prosperity and security for both our nations," Trudeau wrote on X. Trudeau included an undated photo of himself with Trump in the Oval Office from the president's first term.
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CanadaNov 05, 2024

Quebec schools want exemption from foreign student cap, but minister unmoved

Quebec universities and public colleges say they should be exempt from the government’s plan to reduce the number of international students in the province, but the immigration minister says that’s unlikely. The schools say a bill tabled last month would hurt their ability to attract top talent from around the world. But Immigration Minister Jean-François Roberge says it’s “not reasonable” to think the government could cut the number of foreign students in Quebec without including universities and public colleges. The bill would give the government new power to cap foreign student e
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CanadaNov 05, 2024

New Brunswick's Zone 3 declared as measles epicenter

New Brunswick's Zone 3 has been declared a measles epicenter, including areas in Fredericton and the upper St. John River Valley. The number of measles cases here has more than doubled since last week. According to the health department, seven more cases have been confirmed since Thursday, bringing the total to twelve. The public health agency says it is closely monitoring the situation and working with healthcare partners to reduce the risk of further spread. Measles is a highly contagious disease. Although people born before 1970 are generally considered immune to measles, the Public Health
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CanadaNov 05, 2024

Eleven-year-old boy struck and killed by truck in Montreal

An 11-year-old boy died after he was hit by a truck Monday evening in Montreal's Plateau-Mont-Royal borough. Police say they received numerous calls at around 7:30 p.m. about the collision at the corner of Parc and Bernard avenues. Early information collected by police indicates the driver was heading south down Parc when he turned right on Bernard and struck the boy, who was crossing the street. The child suffered serious injuries and was transported to hospital where he died. The 28-year-old male driver of the delivery truck was uninjured. He remained at the scene and was questioned, and pol
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CanadaNov 04, 2024

Quebec plans to force new doctors to stay in the province and work in public system

The provincial government says it will force new doctors trained in Quebec to work in the province's public health-care system for the first years of their practice. Health Minister Christian Dubé told a Montreal radio station this morning that those who want to leave Quebec or work in the private system will face "consequences." The minister announced Sunday evening he plans to table a new bill to force new family physicians and specialist doctors to start their careers in Quebec. The government estimates it costs between $435,000 and $790,000 to train a doctor, including during their reside
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CanadaNov 04, 2024

Party leaders condemn violence at Hindu temple in Brampton amid India consular visit

Leaders of the three main federal parties are calling out violence today at a Hindu temple in the Toronto suburb of Brampton. Videos circulating on social media appear to show demonstrators holding banners in support of a separate Sikh country called Khalistan clashing with others, including some holding India's national flag. The videos seem to show fistfights and people striking each other with poles in what appears to be the grounds surrounding the Hindu Sabha Mandir temple. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh have all written on
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CanadaNov 04, 2024

Poilievre asks premiers to axe their sales taxes on new homes worth under $1 million

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has written to the provinces' premiers, asking them to eliminate their sales taxes on new homes that are under $1 million. It follows Poilievre's own pledge last week that if he becomes prime minister, he will axe the federal sales tax on new homes sold for under $1 million. The Conservatives estimated that measure would reduce the cost of an $800,000 home by $40,000 and spur construction of another 30,000 homes per year. Poilievre said last week that he would pay for the federal tax cut by scrapping Liberal housing policies, and in his letter to premiers,

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BCAug 29, 2025

Richmond RCMP warns public about job posters written in Simplified Chinese

Richmond RCMP is warning the public about job advertisement posters targeted to the Chinese community. The posters are written in Simplified Chinese, and posted on various light posts throughout the City. The job posters advertise various types of employment such as vacation home house-sitter, care giver for the elderly, and tea leaves packager. The posters provide a brief description of the job, and a contact phone number. Investigators have reason to believe that these posters may be used to solicit personal information which may be used to identify potential scam targets. In one case, a vic
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BCAug 29, 2025

Richmond RCMP reminds drivers to slow down as students return to school

As students head back to school this September, Richmond RCMP is reminding drivers and parents to take extra care on the roads. Richmond roads will be busier this September as many people return from summer holidays and children return to school. Drivers are reminded to allow extra travel time, reduce speed, and avoid distractions by leaving your phone alone while driving. Watch for children and multimodal road users, especially near schools, parks, and residential areas. According to ICBC data, three children are killed and 402 injured in crashes while walking or cycling in B.C. every year. 5
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CanadaAug 29, 2025

Poilievre wants 'reasonable' self-defence defined in Criminal Code

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre wants the government to amend the Criminal Code to say that the use of force is presumed to be reasonable to defend your home is someone breaks into it. He says if the government doesn't do this, his party will introduce a private member's bill aimed at making the change this fall during a press conference in Brampton, Ont.. This comes after a 44-year-old Lindsay, Ont. man was charged with assault in an altercation after a man with a crossbow allegedly broke into his apartment. The alleged intruder, a 41-year-old man also from Lindsay, was airlifted to hosp
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BCAug 29, 2025

Fort St John RCMP arrest two males and execute search warrant in drug investigation

On August 15, 2025, the Fort St John RCMP Street Enforcement Team completed a drug trafficking investigation with the search of a hotel room near 93 Avenue and 100 Street in Fort St John, BC. The search followed the arrest of two males that day after they attempted to flee from Police in the parking lot of the hotel. The incident resulted in damage to police vehicles and the suspect vehicle. Inside the suspect vehicle, Police located drugs, currency and two loaded handguns; one of which had been converted to fire fully automatic. Police executed a search warrant on the room the males were sta
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AlbertaAug 29, 2025

Police charge 18-year-old man after three people stabbed at Calgary Stampede

Police have charged a man with three counts of aggravated assault for stabbings at the Calgary Stampede last month. Police say they identified the 18-year-old following an extensive investigation that included witness interviews and camera footage. Officers executed a search warrant of the suspect's house and seized a folding knife and clothing they say believe are consistent with the stabbings. The man is scheduled to appear in court next week. Three males were stabbed in an area of the Stampede midway, including two 18-year-olds and one 15-year-old. Police have said all three