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CanadaFeb 21, 2025

Bank of Canada Governor Warns of Economic Damage from US Tariffs and Retaliatory Measures

Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem has warned that US tariffs and Canada’s retaliatory measures will have a devastating impact on the economy, potentially derailing growth and causing inflation to rise again. Speaking at an event hosted by the Mississauga Board of Trade and the Oakville Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Macklem emphasized that the economic shock from the tariffs would be significantly different from the shock caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. He explained that the tariffs would permanently reduce Canada's output, a blow greater than that of the pandemic. Additionally, Macklem
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CanadaFeb 21, 2025

Opposition Grows Against Indo-Canadian Candidate Viresh Bansal in Ontario Provincial Election

Opposition is intensifying against Indo-Canadian candidate Viresh Bansal, who is contesting the Ontario provincial election. Vicky Dhillon, the Ontario Liberal Party candidate from Brampton East, has also launched a campaign against Bansal. Dhillon has written a letter to the party, urging that Bansal be removed as the Liberal Party candidate for the Oshawa riding. Dhillon stated that Bansal's comments are inexcusable. He criticized Bansal for not only verbally attacking various communities, including the Sikh community, but also for using offensive language against federal NDP leader Jagmeet
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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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BCApr 07, 2026

Charges approved after Surrey driver struck by bullet in March 24 incident

A 42-year-old man is facing multiple criminal charges after a driver was struck by a bullet in Surrey on March 24, according to a release from Surrey Police Service. Police say officers responded around 10:56 p.m. to a reported motor vehicle collision with injuries in the 10300 block of University Drive. According to Surrey Police Service, investigators later determined the victim had been driving northbound on University Avenue when they were allegedly hit by a Gun Shot. BC Emergency Health Services transported the injured person to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Th
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CanadaApr 07, 2026

Carney outlines $51B federal plan for local infrastructure, housing and health projects

Prime Minister Mark Carney says the federal government will invest $51 billion over the next decade to address infrastructure gaps across Canada, with funding directed toward municipal projects, housing and health care facilities. Speaking in Brampton on Tuesday, Carney detailed how the Build Communities Strong Fund, first announced in the 2025 federal budget, will allocate $27.8 billion for core infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and water and sewer systems. A further $6 billion is earmarked for community-level projects, including recreation centres. According to the Prime Minister’s of
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BCApr 07, 2026

Good Samaritan killed, two injured in Highway 16 crash near Witset, police say

A man who stopped to help a stranded driver on a northern British Columbia highway was killed when an SUV struck a parked pickup, according to BC Highway Patrol. Police said the crash happened at about 8:30 p.m. Thursday on Highway 16 near Witset after a grey flatbed pickup pulled over due to mechanical issues. Two passing drivers stopped and got out to assist. Investigators say a Chevrolet SUV then collided with the stationary pickup and the people outside the vehicles. A 60-year-old man from Witset was pronounced dead at the scene. A 45-year-old man from Calgary and the 42-year-old driver of
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WorldApr 07, 2026

Trump warns a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if a deal with Iran isn't reached

Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that a ``whole civilization will die tonight'' if Tehran does not meet his latest deadline. Trump wants the Islamic Republic to agree to a deal that includes reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, airstrikes hit two bridges and a train station in Iran, and the U.S. struck military targets on the Iranian oil hub of Kharg Island. The attack marked the second time theisland was hit by American forces. Trump has extended previous deadlines but suggested the one set
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CanadaApr 07, 2026

Carney calls for adherence to international law amid Iran conflict

Prime Minister Mark Carney says all parties involved in ongoing military activity linked to Iran must follow international law, emphasizing the protection of civilians and infrastructure. In remarks addressing the conflict, Carney said that while Iran’s nuclear program contributes to regional instability, соблюдение international legal standards remains critical for all sides. According to the prime minister, civilians and civilian infrastructure must not be targeted during hostilities. He added that humanitarian obligations are shared by all parties and stressed that “even wars