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CanadaDec 17, 2024

NDP Hints at No-Confidence Vote Amid Trudeau's Troubles

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's troubles appear to be far from over. NDP House Leader Peter Julian has stated that if Trudeau remains Prime Minister by late February or early March, the NDP may consider supporting a motion of no confidence against the government. Julian's remarks follow recent political instability after Chrystia Freeland's departure from the cabinet. Notably, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, responding to journalists' questions yesterday, emphasized that following Freeland's resignation, all options are now on the table. Freeland announced her resignation on Monday, revealing that
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BCDec 17, 2024

Poilievre hails B.C. byelection win for Conservatives as Liberal vote collapses

Federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is hailing a decisive British Columbia byelection victory in Cloverdale-Langley City, where Tamara Jansen has won with about two-thirds of the vote. Monday's byelection in the Fraser Valley seat, which had been held by the Liberals and is traditionally closely contested, came on the day Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's ruling party was thrown into turmoil by finance minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation. Poilievre congratulated Jansen in a post to social media, saying she earned "twice as many votes as all the other candidates combined." Elections
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BCDec 17, 2024

Eight-year-old boy hit by vehicle in school parking lot in Nanaimo, B.C.

An eight-year-old boy is in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a vehicle in Nanaimo, B.C. RCMP say it happened in a school parking lot just before eight on Tuesday morning. The Montessori school where the crash happened is located on Jingle Pot Road.Police, fire and B.C. Emergency Health Services personnel all attended the accident. Mounties say the driver remained at the scene of the crash and is co-operating with investigators.
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CanadaDec 17, 2024

Edmonton Police Commission chair resigns after saying earlier he'd work from overseas

The head of the Edmonton Police Commission says he'sstepping down days after announcing he'd finish out his term while living abroad. John McDougall says he decided to resign as a member of the commission after ``much reflection'' over the past few days. He says it's clear his place of residency would be an ``unwelcome distraction'' from the commission's work. McDougall said Friday he planned to retire to Portugal in 2025 when his time as chair ends, but that he would remain a commissioner until 2026. He had said there are no residency requirements for commissioners and that hi
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IndiaDec 17, 2024

Doctors Express Concern Over Jagjit Singh Dallewal's Health

Doctors have expressed concern about the health of Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a hunger strike for 22 days at the Khanauri border between Punjab and Haryana. Reports indicate that Dallewal's body has become severely dehydrated. Medical experts have warned that Dallewal requires immediate treatment, and if not provided, there are fears of a "silent attack" on his health. Dr. Swayam's team is closely monitoring his condition. Meanwhile, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has called for a "Rail Roko" movement in Punjab for three hours starting at noon on December 18. He has urged the
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CanadaDec 17, 2024

Surrey City Council Postpones Vote on Salary Increase for Mayor and Councillors

Surrey City Council has postponed a vote on a recommendation to increase the salaries of the mayor and councillors by 8% until the first council meeting in 2025, scheduled for January 13. The proposal was set to be voted on Monday night, but Mayor Brenda Locke was not present for the vote. Councillor Harry Bains, who chaired the meeting in her absence, requested that the item be removed from the agenda. He explained that the vote should involve all council members, and staff were instructed to bring the report back to the next meeting. Notably, if the Surrey City Council votes in favor of the
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CanadaDec 17, 2024

Statistics Canada Reports Inflation at 1.9% in November

Canadian inflation has fallen below the central bank's 2% target for the second time in three months. Statistics Canada reported today that inflation in November was 1.9%. The agency noted that gasoline prices remained stable last month. Additionally, Black Friday sales helped bring down prices in November. Grocery prices increased by 2.6% year-over-year, but this was slightly lower than the 2.7% increase seen in October. This is the first of two inflation reports to be released before the Bank of Canada's next decision on interest rates, scheduled for January 29, 2025. Governor Tiff Macklem
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WorldDec 17, 2024

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement May Be Reached in Coming Days

Israel and Hamas may reach an agreement on a Gaza ceasefire in the coming days. Reports indicate that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to travel to Cairo to negotiate a ceasefire. Meanwhile, White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby stated in an interview that the U.S. believes a ceasefire in Gaza is imminent. However, Kirby did not confirm whether Netanyahu’s trip to Cairo is related to ceasefire discussions. At the same time, Hamas stated in a release that a ceasefire and agreement on hostages could be possible if Israel stops imposing new condition
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CanadaDec 17, 2024

Postal employees head back to work as union challenges strike intervention

Canada Post trucks, conveyors and mail carriers are moving again after a month-long strike by more than 55,000 postal workers left letters and parcels in limbo. The Canada Industrial Relations Board ordered postal workers back on the job following hearings over the weekend to determine whether the two sides stood too far apart to reach a deal by year's end. The hearings came after a directive to the labour board from Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon, who said Friday he was giving the two sides a "timeout" as negotiations seemed to have stalled. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is contestin

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CanadaOct 07, 2026

Man Accused of Threatening PM Mark Carney Faces Lengthy Prison Sentence

A man facing charges for allegedly threatening the life of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and making threats against him could face a lengthy prison sentence. Prosecutors say that beyond the threats against the prime minister, the accused is also facing serious charges including extortion, which could result in an even longer prison term. Thirty-one-year-old Jamie Da Costa appeared in court by CCTV on Wednesday, while his lawyer was present in person. His lawyer requested until October 13 to review the case. Da Costa is currently being held at the Calgary Remand Centre. He is accused of t
BCOct 07, 2026

BC Conservatives Pledge to Scrap PST on Capital Equipment for Businesses

BC Conservative Leader Lorne Doerksen announced during a campaign stop in Surrey today that his party would eliminate the provincial sales tax on capital equipment, such as machinery, for businesses across British Columbia. Doerksen also promised to appoint a Red Tape Reduction Minister to cut government paperwork and simplify complex regulations affecting businesses. He also responded to accusations from B.C. NDP Leader David Eby that the Conservatives would scrap the province’s no-fault insurance system. Doerksen said he agrees with Eby that insurance must remain affordable, but argued tha
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BCOct 07, 2026

Eby Announces Major Support Measures for Trade War-Hit Businesses

B.C. NDP Leader David Eby has announced interest-free loans for small businesses affected by the ongoing trade war. During an election campaign stop in Newton, Surrey, Eby said his government would provide tariff-affected small businesses with loans of up to $1 million for 72 months. He also promised a refundable tax credit of up to $5,000 for businesses that hire young people for their first jobs. Eby further pledged to expand support for B.C. companies looking to export to markets outside the United States. Meanwhile, Eby accused B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doorksen of making a secret dea
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FeaturedOct 07, 2026

Six Off the Final Ball! Toronto Sixers Clinch Canada Super Sixty Title

The Canada Super Sixty tournament’s final was played last night at BC Place Stadium, where the Toronto Sixers defeated the Vancouver Anchors with a six off the final ball to clinch the title in the league’s second season. While the match produced plenty of excitement on the field, a historic moment was also witnessed in the commentary box. Legendary Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram, who has taken more than 900 wickets in Test and ODI cricket, made his Punjabi commentary debut. Connect 91.5 FM was the official radio broadcast partner of Canada Super Sixty. During the Vancouver Anchors’ inn
IndiaOct 07, 2026

Action in Sangrur After CBI Raid: SHO Suspended, 2 Leaders Detained and Released

Hours after villagers welcomed the CBI during a raid at the Sangrur district home of Rajbir Singh Ghuman, OSD to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, with flowers and distributed sweets, Sangrur Police suspended an SHO and detained two political leaders from Sangrur city. According to information, police personnel in civilian clothes arrived at the homes of Akali Dal Waris Punjab leader Chamandeep Singh Milkhi and Shiromani Akali Dal Punarsurjit leader Vijay Lankesh early Wednesday morning and took both leaders with them. Both leaders were members of the Mohanjit Insaf Sangharsh Committee. The