CanadaApr 15, 2025
Honda Canada Denies Reports of Shifting Production to the U.S.
Honda Canada has firmly denied reports suggesting that it plans to move vehicle production from Canada to the United States. The company confirmed that its manufacturing facility in Alliston, Ontario, is operating at full capacity and that no production changes are currently being considered.
The denial comes in response to a report by a Japanese newspaper, which claimed that Honda was considering shifting parts of its car production from Mexico and Canada to the U.S. to avoid tariffs linked to U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies. According to the report, the move was aimed at ensu
CanadaApr 15, 2025
Mark Carney Criticizes Trump, Proposes New Global Trade Leadership for Canada
During an election campaign event in Montreal today, Liberal Party Leader Mark Carney sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump, accusing him of destabilizing the global trading system and harming the global economy.
Carney stated that the United States can no longer be relied upon as a stable economic leader. In response, he called on like-minded nations to join Canada in reshaping the international trade landscape, positioning Canada as a potential leader in this effort.
In a related move, the Carney-led government has announced relief measures for Canadian businesses affected by ongoi
CanadaApr 15, 2025
Canada's Inflation Rate Eases to 2.3% in March Amid Falling Gasoline and Travel Costs
Canada’s annual inflation rate slowed to 2.3% in March, down from 2.6% in February, according to Statistics Canada. The decline was largely driven by falling gasoline prices and lower travel costs, including a drop in airfares.
The agency also noted a decline in cross-border travel, attributing it to Canadian concerns over tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. This reduced travel demand has contributed to lower airfare costs.
The latest inflation data comes just ahead of the Bank of Canada’s interest rate decision, scheduled for Wednesday. Financial markets are currently predic
CanadaApr 15, 2025
Federal and Provincial Leaders Deny Honda Pullout from Canada
Canada's Industry Minister Anita Anand and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have denied reports suggesting that Honda is planning to move its operations out of Canada.
Minister Anand stated that she is in regular contact with Honda officials and confirmed that the company is not currently considering relocating any of its production from Canada to the United States. She also mentioned plans to meet with the CEO of Honda Canada later this evening to further discuss the matter.
Meanwhile, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh emphasized Canada's strong investment in the auto sector and related infrastructure. He h
CanadaApr 15, 2025
Alberta reports 16 more cases of measles, bringing total to 74
Alberta is reporting 16 more cases of measles, bringing the provincial total to 74 since the beginning of March. The government says the new cases were reported in Alberta's central and southern zones. Nearly all cases are in school-aged children, with 18 cases being reported in children under the age of five.
The province says 64 of the total cases have passed the point where the highly contagious disease could be transmitted to others. Alberta's chief medical officer of health, Dr. Mark Joffe, warns that measles is much more serious than common childhood diseases and encourages Albertans
CanadaApr 14, 2025
Canadian Prime Ministerial Candidates to Face Off in Bilingual Debates on April 16 and 17
Candidates in the race to become the next Prime Minister of Canada including Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre, and Jagmeet Singh will participate in national debates in both French and English on April 16 and 17. Key topics have been outlined for each debate.
The French-language debate will primarily focus on the cost of living, energy and climate, trade disputes, identity and sovereignty, immigration, and foreign affairs.
Meanwhile, the English-language debate will cover affordability and the cost of living, energy and climate, public safety and security, as well as tariffs and threats to Canada
CanadaApr 14, 2025
Murder Convicts Will Spend Life in Prison, Says Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre has declared that individuals convicted of murder will face life in prison with no chance of release. He emphasized that perpetrators of mass murder will be denied bail and, in his words, "Multiple-murderers should only come out in a box."
Poilievre stated that he plans to introduce legislation in Parliament that would empower judges to hand down life sentences for multiple murder convictions, all while respecting the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
The announcement came during Poilievre’s visit to Montreal this morning and reflects his co
CanadaApr 14, 2025
Canadian Parliamentary Elections: Record Number of Indian and Punjabi-Origin Candidates in the Fray
A record number of candidates of Indian and Punjabi origin are contesting in the ongoing Canadian parliamentary elections, reflecting the growing political influence of the South Asian community. This time, candidates from this background are contesting in around 65 constituencies across the country.
In the 2021 elections, 45 Punjabi-origin candidates stood for election, with 17 securing seats in the House of Commons. In 2019, 47 contested, and 22 were elected. The current elections feature Punjabi candidates not only from major parties such as the Liberal Party, Conservative Party, and the Ne
CanadaApr 14, 2025
Bank of Canada Set to Announce Interest Rate Decision Amid Economic Uncertainty
Canada's central bank is set to announce its interest rate decision on Wednesday. The Bank of Canada's meeting comes at a time when the federal election and economic uncertainty exacerbated by U.S. President Donald Trump's shifting tariff policies, have made it difficult to forecast the economic outlook.
Financial markets and analysts remain divided on the likely outcome. Some expect the bank to cut interest rates by another 0.25 percentage points on April 16, which would bring its key policy rate down to 2.5%. However, others believe that after seven consecutive rate cuts, the Bank of Canada