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CanadaFeb 21, 2025

US Tariffs on Canada Could Take Effect on March 4

US tariffs on Canada could take effect on March 4, according to Public Safety Minister David McGuinty. The minister indicated that despite efforts by the federal government to strengthen border security and combat drug trafficking, there is no guarantee that Canada will be able to avoid tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. In an interview, McGuinty emphasized that the steps Canada is taking to address these issues will not stop. He stated that the federal government will continue to enhance border security measures. It is worth noting that earlier this month, President Trump postponed
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CanadaFeb 21, 2025

Pierre Poilievre Takes Aim at Mark Carney

Canada’s main opposition leader, Pierre Poilievre, has criticized Liberal Party leadership candidate Mark Carney, claiming that Carney’s leadership could lead to the disappearance of Canada’s steel sector jobs. Poilievre alleged that US President Donald Trump aims to move Canada’s steel jobs to the United States and that Carney would facilitate this shift. The Conservative Party leader accused Carney of advising Prime Minister Justin Trudeau since 2020 and supporting policies that have negatively impacted millions of Canadians while allowing jobs to flow to the US. He further argued t
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CanadaFeb 21, 2025

Trump Makes Big Claim About Canceling $21 Million Funding for India

US President Donald Trump has claimed that he canceled $21 million in funding allocated for India. He suggested that the previous US administration may have used this funding to influence the election of a leader other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India. Trump questioned the reasoning behind the United States providing financial support to increase voter turnout in India, especially considering India’s strong economy. He indicated that this funding might have been intended to support another political figure and stated his intention to share further details with India. Meanwhile, In
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CanadaFeb 21, 2025

Canada triumphs over US in 4 Nations final

Canada defeated its archrival the United States 3-2 in overtime in the 4 Nations Face-Off final on Thursday night in what was an emotionally-charged affair for players and fans alike. The rematch between the two sides was intense, although it did not consist of three fights in the opening nine seconds, as the preliminary round game in Montreal did last Saturday, a 3-1 win for the Americans. Connor McDavid scored the game winner, while Nathan MacKinnon and Sam Bennett scored in regulation for Canada. Brady Tkachuk and Jake Sanderson replied for the U.S. The Canadian national anthem was booed l
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CanadaFeb 20, 2025

Calgary Mayor to Address U.S. Tariff Threats Impacting Local Industry

Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek will address the city's industries this afternoon about the potential impact of U.S. tariff threats. Her office notes that these tariffs could affect the city's oil, livestock, and small businesses, and she will offer suggestions to mitigate the effects. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced tariffs on sectors including oil, gas, agricultural products, dairy, and alcohol. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce recently reported that cities like Calgary, St. John, and Windsor could face significant economic losses due to these tariffs. A recent report also highlights t
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CanadaFeb 20, 2025

Trump Mocks Trudeau Ahead of 4 Nations Face-Off Final

President Donald Trump has once again targeted Canada. In a social media post, he mentioned that he would be watching the 4 Nations Face-Off final tonight between Canada and the United States. He also extended an invitation to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau by calling him 'Governor Trudeau'. Trump made this comment on his Truth Social platform, noting that while he wouldn't attend the game in person, he would be supporting the team by encouraging them over the phone. The special hockey tournament features players from Canada, the United States, Sweden, and Finland. The match between C
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CanadaFeb 20, 2025

Canadian Softwood Industry Faces Major Blow from US

The Canadian softwood industry is bracing for a significant challenge as reports suggest that the U.S. Department of Commerce may increase anti-dumping duties on Canadian softwood lumber. Currently, most Canadian producers are paying a 7.66% anti-dumping duty on lumber shipments to the U.S. However, this rate could rise to as much as 20%. The new duty rate is expected to take effect in August. The anti-dumping duty is being raised because the U.S. alleges that Canadian producers are selling softwood lumber in the U.S. at prices below market value. Vancouver-based forestry analyst Ross Taylor
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CanadaFeb 20, 2025

Jagmeet Singh Criticizes Trump Over Ukraine

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump over his stance on Ukraine. In a statement, Singh condemned the exclusion of Ukraine from peace talks involving Russia and the United States, calling it deeply wrong. He argued that this approach reflects the U.S. under Trump leaning toward divisive policies and instability. Singh emphasized that Canada must stand firm against threats to democracy and work to promote peace. It is notable that a high-level meeting was recently held in Saudi Arabia between Russia and the United States to address the ongoing war in Ukrain
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CanadaFeb 20, 2025

Woman dead, child recovering after carbon monoxide leak from furnace in Calgary home

Police say a woman is dead and a child is recovering in a Calgary hospital from carbon monoxide poisoning. Officers were conducting a welfare check at a northeast Calgary home Tuesday, when they found the woman unconscious and the child in critical condition. Police say the pair were taken to hospital, where the woman later died. The fire department says an investigation found the colourless and odourless gas was leaking from the home's furnace. Fire spokeswoman Carol Henke says it's the second carbon monoxide call first responders have received recently. Last week, a man and a

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CanadaMar 11, 2026

Surrey police seek additional victims after youth charged with indecent exposure incidents

Surrey police say a youth has been charged with three counts of indecent exposure following a series of reported incidents in the Clayton Heights and Cloverdale areas. According to a release from the Surrey Police Service and the RCMP Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit, investigators have documented multiple incidents between September 2025 and March 2026. Police allege the suspect exposed himself to women in the Clayton Heights neighbourhood and in downtown Cloverdale. Officers say they have spoken with several victims so far, ranging in age from 14 to 38. Investigators believe additio
WorldMar 11, 2026

Drone strike hits school and health centre in southern Sudan, killing 17

An explosive-laden drone struck a secondary school and a health care centre in southern Sudan on Wednesday, killing at least 17 people, most of them schoolgirls, according to a hospital official and a medical group. Dr. Musa al-Majeri, director of Douiem Hospital, said the attack occurred in a village served by the facility, which is the nearest major hospital in the area. He said at least 10 other people were wounded and were being treated after the strike. The drone strike has been blamed on Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, which have been fighting the Sudanese military since civ
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BCMar 11, 2026

Man charged after four alleged stranger assaults on women in downtown Vancouver

A 28-year-old man has been charged in connection with a series of alleged stranger assaults targeting women in downtown Vancouver over a one-year period, according to the Vancouver Police Department. Police say the investigation began Jan. 29, 2025, after a 44-year-old woman reported she was assaulted by a man she did not know while walking near the intersection of Granville and Dunsmuir streets. According to police, three additional women later reported similar incidents in the downtown core. Investigators allege the suspect elbowed or shoulder-checked women while passing them on sidewalks, i
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BCMar 11, 2026

Man charged with second-degree murder in 2024 killing of 84-year-old in Port Hardy

A 54-year-old man from Prince Rupert has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of an 84-year-old man in Port Hardy on northern Vancouver Island. According to a release from Port Hardy RCMP, the suspect was arrested in Prince Rupert last Friday without incident following a lengthy investigation by major crime investigators. Police say officers were called on Oct. 6, 2024, after reports of an injured man on a pathway in Port Hardy. The 84-year-old victim, who had been living in the community, was taken to hospital but later died from his injuries. RCMP say the case
AlbertaMar 11, 2026

Treaty 6 First Nations leaders meet King Charles in England ahead of 150th anniversary

Leaders from Treaty 6 First Nations are meeting with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace today as part of a delegation representing communities in Alberta and Saskatchewan. The group includes seven representatives speaking on behalf of Treaty 6 First Nations. According to the Chiefs, the meeting is intended to discuss the historic treaty relationship between First Nations and the Crown. During the visit, the delegation plans to invite the King to attend events marking the 150th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 6. Chiefs say the commemoration is intended to recognize the treaty’s histor