CanadaJan 08, 2025
Police lay more assault charges against Calgary man who volunteered to help newcomers
Police in Calgary have laid more charges against a man accused of sexually assaulting a newcomer to Canada whose family he was volunteering to help.
The latest charges include one allegation dating back almost six decades.
Police charged an 83-year-old man in November after a complainant came to a police station to report multiple sexual assaults between December 2023 and June 2024.
Police said the accused had been assigned to a newcomer family through a local organization, and they allege he took advantage of the complainant's immigration status to commit the assaults.
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CanadaJan 08, 2025
Liberal MPs gather for first time since Trudeau announced his resignation plans
Liberal MPs are meeting in Ottawa today for the first time since Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he will step down.
The national caucus meeting, set to take place both in person and online, was originally set to last six hours to give MPs time to discuss Trudeau's previous refusal to resign. Now, the focus will be on next steps for the party as it begins a national search for a leader who can hold their own against popular Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. Some from the party caucus, including cabinet ministers Jonathan Wilkinson, Steven MacKinnon and Karina Gould, are fielding ca
CanadaJan 07, 2025
Trump Threatens to Use Economic Force to Make Canada Part of the U.S.
Incoming U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to use economic force to make Canada part of the United States. Trump told reporters that he has no intention of using military force against Canada; instead, he would use economic pressure.
Trump argued that the move would be beneficial for national security, stating that the issue with Canada is the billions of dollars the U.S. spends to protect it.
Trump made these comments during a press conference in Florida. He also suggested he might use military force to acquire the Panama Canal and Greenland.
Trump said China is using the Panama Can
CanadaJan 07, 2025
Canada Post returns to full service for domestic parcels; letters still delayed
Canada Post says it has reinstated on-time service guarantees and returned to full service levels for domestic parcels after a strike brought deliveries to a halt last year.
However, it says Canadians should continue to expect delivery delays of several days beyond its service standard for transaction mail such as letters, bills and statements.
It also says it is continuing to work through the accumulated volume of international mail and that customers should expect a delivery delay of several days for incoming international items.
The mail started moving again late last month after the Canada
CanadaJan 07, 2025
Biden praises Trudeau as friend, defender of freedom following resignation news
U.S. President Joe Biden says he is proud to call Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a friend as both men now prepare for their departures from leadership.
Biden says he spoke with Trudeau on the phone Monday after the prime minister announced he would resign his post as soon as a new Liberal leader is chosen.
The president will also be vacating the White House later this month when president-elect Donald Trump begins a second administration.
In a statement Tuesday, Biden says the U.S.-Canada alliance is stronger because of Trudeau, even as his successor threatens 25 per cent tariffs against Americ
CanadaJan 07, 2025
Ontario launches border-strengthening operation as Trump tariff threat looms
The Ontario government says it has launched an operation intended to beef up security along the border with the United States.
In a news release, Premier Doug Ford says Operation Deterrence will "crack down on illegal border crossings and illegal guns and drugs."
It comes as U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods unless Canada tightens border security, with an emphasis on fentanyl and illegal crossings.
As part of the operation, Ontario says provincial police have an "emergency response team" of 200 officers focused on boosting border secur
CanadaJan 07, 2025
Liberal party begins process to succeed Trudeau as candidates weigh their options
As Liberal party brass begins to chart course for an expedited race to find Justin Trudeau's successor, potential contenders are weighing whether or not to join the fray -- including former central banker Mark Carney.
The former Bank of Canada governor issued a statement Monday evening saying he is encouraged by support he has heard, and that he's considering his decision with family over the next few days.
Former Montreal MP Frank Baylis declared his intent to enter the race in an interview Monday with The Hill Times.
Party officials are expected to meet this week to begin the process for sel
CanadaJan 06, 2025
Liberals have disappointed people; they do not deserve another chance: Jagmeet Singh
There is a high possibility of an election in the spring after Parliament resumes its session in Canada. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced today that his party will vote to topple the government as soon as Parliament reconvenes.
Jagmeet Singh stated that it doesn't matter who the leader of the Liberal Party will be, as the Liberals have disappointed the people and do not deserve another chance. He further mentioned that he will introduce a no-confidence motion against the government as soon as possible.
It is worth noting that Jagmeet Singh held a news conference in Burnaby, where he reacted
CanadaJan 06, 2025
Premier David Eby Reacts to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Resignation
Premier David Eby has responded to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, expressing gratitude for Trudeau's service. Eby highlighted their collaboration on key issues, such as reducing child care costs for families. He emphasized the need for unity moving forward, particularly to protect Canadian workers and businesses from U.S. tariffs.
Eby acknowledged that there may have been disagreements on certain issues but expressed appreciation for Trudeau's efforts during his tenure.
It is noteworthy that the Liberals first formed a majority government under Trudeau’s leadership on October