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CanadaMar 03, 2025

Trudeau Approves Halifax By-Election Scheduled for April 14

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has approved the Halifax parliamentary by-election, scheduled for April 14. This marks the first by-election since Trudeau announced his intention to resign. The Halifax seat was vacated by Liberal MP Andy Fillmore in September of last year. The Liberals previously faced historic defeats in by-elections held in Toronto and Montreal under Trudeau’s leadership. However, a recent national survey shows the Liberals slightly ahead of the Conservatives, with speculation surrounding former banker Mark Carney as a potential leader in the ongoing Liberal leadership race.
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CanadaMar 03, 2025

Tariffs on Canada to Take Effect Tuesday

Tariffs on Canada will take effect Tuesday. The White House has issued an executive order lifting the 30-day moratorium on the implementation of these tariffs. While details on how the tariffs will be imposed have not yet been disclosed, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested that the original plan for a 25 percent tariff might be revised. Notably, President Trump had previously postponed the 25 percent tariff on Canadian goods until March 4, opting instead to impose a 10 percent tariff on Canadian oil and gas. Despite Canada’s efforts to strengthen border security and engage in diplom
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CanadaMar 03, 2025

Trudeau Meets King Charles at Royal Residence in England

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with King Charles at his royal residence in England today, marking the conclusion of his visit to the UK. During the meeting, they discussed matters of importance to Canada and Canadians, but no further details were released. The meeting took place amid ongoing tensions, as King Charles, in his role as head of state of Canada, has not publicly addressed former President Trump’s threats regarding the potential merger of Canada with the US. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson issued a statement explaining that Canada is a constitutional democracy, where the King
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CanadaFeb 28, 2025

Trump calls Freeland 'a whack' and Poilievre 'not a MAGA guy' as tariff threat looms

U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing in on domestic Canadian politics as his deadline to impose steep tariffs on Canada inches closer. In an interview with The Spectator, Trump called Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland terrible and "a whack" — and claimed credit for her resignation as finance minister. Trump also remarked on Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, saying that "his biggest problem is he's not a MAGA guy." An edited transcript of the Thursday interview with Trump did not provide any new insights into what Canada might do to stop the devastating duties from going f
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CanadaFeb 28, 2025

Ontario PCs win third majority government

Doug Ford's Progressive Conservatives chugged to a third majority government Thursday, propelled by his visible crusade against economic uncertainty emanating from the U.S., though falling short of the increased majority he urged. Critics said this $189-million snap Ontario election was unnecessary, dangerously timed as President Donald Trump's tariff knife dangles over Canada's head and called only to capitalize on good polling numbers, but voters did not appear too keen to punish Ford for it. However, they also didn't appear too keen to reward him for it. Despite Ford kicking off the campai
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

Health Canada Recalls LG Electric Stoves Due to Fire Hazard with Front Knobs

Health Canada has issued a recall for several LG free-standing electric stoves due to an issue with their front knobs. The agency reports that there have been incidents of fires caused by the knobs accidentally being activated. The recall advisory from Health Canada warns that the knobs could be triggered if they are accidentally touched by a person or pet, presenting a fire hazard. As of February 12, Health Canada said the company had received eight reports of such incidents in Canada, along with two reports of injuries, including one minor cut and one minor burn. According to Health Canada,
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

Measles Cases on the Rise in Canada, With 95 Reported So Far This Year

Measles is making a concerning return to Canada this year. According to the latest data from the Public Health Agency of Canada, as of February 21, 95 cases of measles have been reported. British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec are the provinces most affected by the outbreak. By this time last year, only four cases had been reported, and a total of 146 cases were recorded throughout 2024. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, an infectious disease specialist at Toronto General Hospital, noted that in Ontario, the number of measles cases in February is already nearly as high as the total number recorded i
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

MP Angus calls for Amazon boycott after company closes seven Quebec warehouses

New Democrat MP Charlie Angus is calling for a countrywide consumer boycott of Amazon to protest the online retail giant's closure of seven of its warehouses in Quebec. The closures have eliminated thousands of permanent full-time jobs, along with jobs at subcontracted suppliers. Angus and union officials — including Félix Trudeau, union president for the Laval, Que., Amazon warehouse — say Amazon should pay proper severance to those laid off. They also say the federal government should cancel all contracts with billionaire Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and force his company to pay back any feder
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

President Donald Trump Targets Canada Once Again

US President Donald Trump has once again made controversial remarks about Canada. During a conversation with reporters last evening, he expressed his affection for Canada and its people but stated that it is not right for the US to support Canada. He suggested that without US support, Canada would not exist as a country. Trump claimed that the US provides Canada with a subsidy of $200 billion every year, suggesting that Canada would struggle to function without it. He also reiterated his idea of making Canada the 51st state. However, Canadian experts have refuted these claims, pointing out th

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BCMar 20, 2026

Witness intervenes in Vancouver purse-snatching, suspect charged

A 41-year-old man has been charged after an alleged purse-snatching in Vancouver that left a 59-year-old woman with minor injuries, according to a police release. The incident occurred Wednesday shortly before 4 p.m. near West 8th Avenue and Spruce Street. Police say the woman, who was using a walker, was approached by a man who allegedly grabbed her purse, causing her to fall to the ground. A passing driver witnessed the incident, stopped, and pursued the suspect on foot. During the chase, the suspect allegedly threatened the witness with a knife before dropping the purse and fleeing the area
BCMar 20, 2026

Two men charged after alleged kidnapping in East Vancouver home invasion

Two men are facing kidnapping charges following a reported home invasion in East Vancouver বুধবার night, according to the Vancouver Police Department. Police say a 911 call was received at approximately 9:15 p.m. reporting that a 62-year-old man had been taken from his home and forced into a vehicle. According to a VPD statement, the suspect vehicle was located about 30 minutes later near Slocan Street and East Broadway. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but it did not pull over, prompting a police pursuit that ended near East 14th Avenue and Woodland Drive, where officers bo
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BCMar 20, 2026

Driver identified after truck strikes Highway 1 overpass in Langley; police seek witnesses

The driver of a commercial truck that struck a railway overpass on Highway 1 in Langley has come forward and is cooperating with investigators, according to BC Highway Patrol. Police say the collision occurred March 19 at about 2:52 p.m., when an eastbound white flatdeck truck carrying a crane boom hit the CP Rail overpass between Glover Road and 232 Street. The driver initially left the scene without speaking to officers but later contacted police. “The truck driver did not wait for police at the scene, which is the ideal, but subsequently reached out to police and is cooperating,” said C
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BCMar 20, 2026

Richmond RCMP probe suspected organized retail meat thefts after 39 reported cases

Police in Richmond, British Columbia, say they are investigating a series of meat thefts from retail stores that may be linked to organized criminal activity. According to a statement from the Richmond RCMP, officers have received 39 reports of meat being stolen from stores across the city since December. While some incidents may be opportunistic, police say the frequency and value of the thefts suggest “potential organized activity,” where stolen products could be resold. RCMP are warning the public not to purchase meat from unverified sources. Police say improperly handled or temperature
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BCMar 20, 2026

Surrey police investigate early morning shooting near Bear Creek Park

Surrey Police Service says officers are investigating a reported shooting near Bear Creek Park that left one man in hospital with a non-life-threatening injury. According to a Surrey Police Service news release, officers were called at about 6:00 a.m. to reports of shots fired in the area of the 13700 block of 88 Avenue. Police searched the park and nearby residential streets following the call. Police said hospital staff contacted officers at 6:30 a.m. to report that a man had arrived at emergency with a gunshot wound. The injury is not believed to be life-threatening, according to the releas