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CanadaFeb 05, 2025

Poilievre would impose life sentences for trafficking over 40 mg of fentanyl

Pierre Poilievre says a Conservative government would bring in mandatory life sentences for those convicted of trafficking, production and distribution of over 40 mg of fentanyl.The Conservative leader says the penalty should be the same as murder. The Conservatives also want traffickers caught with between 20 mg and 40 mg of the drug to be sentenced to 15 years in prison. The announcement by the Tories comes as U.S. President Donald Trump has been complaining about fentanyl entering the United States from Canada.The U.S. has been threatening to impose crippling tariffs on Canadian and Mexican
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CanadaFeb 04, 2025

Premier David Eby Revises Liquor Decision, Stresses Economic Independence from the US

Premier David Eby has withdrawn his order to remove American liquor from provincial stores but stated that British Columbia will not be solely reliant on the United States and will continue to explore other markets for exports. Eby also mentioned that his government will collaborate with other provinces to eliminate barriers to interprovincial trade. The premier questioned President Trump’s intentions, stating that it is now clear that Trump’s goal is to make Canada the 51st province. Eby emphasized that Canada’s best defense against this is to have a strong economy and reduce its depen
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CanadaFeb 04, 2025

Poilievre Urges Trudeau Government to Resume Parliament Amid US Trade Tensions

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has reiterated his call for the Trudeau government to resume Parliament as soon as possible, amid a historic trade war with the United States. Poilievre stated that, like every Canadian, the Conservative Party is relieved to hear that the US will suspend tariffs for a month. However, he emphasized that this is not the time to relax. Canada must act immediately to strengthen its economy and ensure these tariffs are never imposed. The Conservative leader added that Parliament must resume to address these urgent issues. It is worth noting that Parliament has
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CanadaFeb 04, 2025

Jagmeet Singh Targets President Donald Trump

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has criticized President Donald Trump, stating that Trump is using fentanyl as an excuse to exert economic pressure on Canada, as he has repeatedly expressed his desire to make Canada the 51st province. Singh pointed out that Trump frequently mentions fentanyl coming from Canada, while a significant amount of illegal drugs and weapons are actually smuggled into Canada from the United States. Singh emphasized that, instead of appeasing Trump, Canada should be prepared to respond firmly to any economic pressure he applies. It is worth noting that NDP Leader Jagmeet Sing
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CanadaFeb 04, 2025

Deportation of Illegal Indian Immigrants Begins on Trump’s Orders

A US military C-17 Globemaster aircraft carrying approximately 200 illegal Indian immigrants is set to land at Amritsar airport on Wednesday morning. Most of these individuals reportedly hail from Punjab and neighboring states. This marks the first large-scale deportation of illegal Indian immigrants during Donald Trump’s second presidential term. It is also unprecedented for the US to use a military cargo plane for deportations to India. The Indian government has cooperated fully with the US administration in facilitating the repatriation process. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pr
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CanadaFeb 04, 2025

Canada-US Tariff War Delayed by 30 Days

The tariff dispute between Canada and the US has been delayed for at least 30 days. PM Justin Trudeau assured former US President Donald Trump that Canada is enacting a $1.3 billion border security plan. This includes deploying helicopters, advanced technology, and additional personnel to combat illegal human trafficking and drug smuggling. As part of the agreement, Canada will appoint a special fentanyl czar and designate drug cartels as terrorist organizations. PM Trudeau also announced that the border will be monitored 24/7, and a joint strike force between Canada and the US will target or
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CanadaFeb 03, 2025

Poilievre Announces Military Deployment to Canada-US Border if Elected

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced plans to deploy the military to the Canada-US border if he comes to power. Speaking to reporters in Vancouver, the opposition leader unveiled his six-point plan to strengthen Canada’s border with the US. Poilievre stated that Canada should regain control of its border, not just to appease President Trump but for the country’s own interests. He emphasized that the US must take concrete steps on its border, and so should Canada. He also proposed allowing Canada Border Services agents to patrol every part of the border, not just at authorize
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CanadaFeb 03, 2025

Ontario Cancels Starlink Contract in Response to U.S. Tariffs

Ontario, Canada's most populous province, has announced the cancellation of its internet contract with Elon Musk’s Starlink, following President Donald Trump’s imposition of heavy tariffs on Canada. Premier Doug Ford also stated that American companies would be banned from participating in the province’s contracts. The Ontario government had signed a $100 billion deal with Starlink in November, aiming to provide high-speed internet to 15,000 homes and businesses in rural and remote areas by June of this year through Starlink’s satellite service. Ford emphasized that Ontario would cont
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CanadaFeb 03, 2025

Alberta law society to hold sanction hearing for former justice minister Kaycee Madu

Alberta's law society is to hold a hearing to sanction former provincial justice minister Kaycee Madu. Madu was found guilty of misconduct last year when, as justice minister in 2021, he phoned Edmonton's police chief after receiving a traffic ticket. Madu told a hearing last year he didn't call Chief Dale McFee about the ticket, but was looking for reassurance that he wasn't being racially profiled or illegally surveilled. A panel of law society members determined that while Madu didn't ask McFee to do anything about the ticket, he did try to use his position of power to influenc

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AlbertaMar 27, 2026

Alberta man sentenced to 17 years in U.S. prison in Florida child exploitation sting

A Red Deer, Alta., man has been sentenced to 17 years in a United States federal prison after pleading guilty in a child exploitation sting tied to a planned trip to Walt Disney World in Florida. According to U.S. court documents, James Hjelmeland, 31, pleaded guilty in November to attempted enticement of a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material. The case stems from an undercover operation involving a Florida law enforcement officer. Court records state Hjelmeland began communicating online with a detective who was posing as the parent of a 12-year-old girl. The officer, acting in
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WorldMar 27, 2026

Nepal’s youngest prime minister sworn in after landslide election win

Nepal’s youngest prime minister was sworn in Friday following a decisive election victory earlier this month and months after a youth-led uprising that led to the fall of the previous government. Balendra Shah, 35, took the oath of office after being appointed by President Ram Chandra Paudel. According to official election results, Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party secured nearly two-thirds of the seats in the House of Representatives in the March 5 vote. The election followed political upheaval in September, when protests led largely by young people forced the resignation of the former gove
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IndiaMar 27, 2026

Punjab and Haryana High Court denies parole to MP Amritpal Singh to attend Parliament session

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh seeking parole to attend the ongoing Parliament budget session. The decision means Singh will remain in custody and will not be able to participate in the current sitting. Singh, who is detained under the National Security Act, argued before the court that he is an elected representative and that his absence from Parliament would infringe on the democratic rights of his constituents. According to submissions made in court, the Punjab government and security agencies opposed the plea, citing conc
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CanadaMar 27, 2026

Federal NDP convention opens in Winnipeg with leadership vote set for weekend

New Democrats from across Canada are meeting in Winnipeg this weekend for a federal convention that will culminate in the selection of a new party leader. According to party organizers, voting in the six-month leadership race is scheduled to close Saturday, with the results to be announced Sunday morning. The candidates include union leader Rob Ashton, social worker Tanille Johnston, filmmaker Avi Lewis, Alberta MP Heather McPherson and farmer Tony McQuail. The leadership vote follows the party’s poorest federal election result on record last year. The incoming leader is expected to oversee
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FeaturedMar 27, 2026

Alberta to introduce provincewide code of conduct for municipal councils

Alberta’s government says it will introduce legislation in the coming weeks to establish a provincewide code of conduct governing municipal councils, along with third-party oversight for ethics complaints. Municipal Affairs Minister Dan Williams said the proposed changes are intended to prevent misuse of local rules and improve public trust in elected officials. According to the minister, the legislation would bring in independent investigators to review complaints and would require public disclosure of municipal officials’ salaries. The move follows a 2025 decision by Premier Danielle Smi