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CanadaJan 03, 2025

Mounties in Richmond say they are investigating an alleged robbery involving a firearm.

Police say a woman was allegedly robbed at gunpoint at an A-T-M at Lansdowne Centre Mall just after 9 p-m on December 10th. R-C-M-P say a man entered the vestibule, approached them woman from behind, pointed a gun at her, and robbed her of 250 dollars before fleeing the scene. Mounties say the suspect was gone when they arrived and theynare appealing for witnesses to contact them.
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CanadaJan 03, 2025

Athabasca 'chop shop' bust yields millions in stolen vehicles

Police in a community north of Edmonton say they have recovered millions of dollars in stolen property after dismantling a chop shop. Athabasca R-C-M-P say a G-P-S tracking system in a vehicle that was reported stolen on Sunday led police to a rural property, where they say stolen items were being dismantled and repurposed for illegal resale. Police say they found multiple stolen vehicles including semi-trucks and trailers, off-road vehicles, and heavy equipment and parts. A 36-year-old man from Athabasca is facing charges.
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CanadaJan 03, 2025

Former minister Marco Mendicino not running in next election

Toronto MP Marco Mendicino, a former high-ranking cabinet minister in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, says he will not run in the next federal election. Mendicino says in a statement posted on social media that he has disagreed with the direction of the federal government, particularly when it comes to Canada's foreign policy on the Israel-Hamas war.
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CanadaJan 02, 2025

Canada's 100 Richest CEOs Earn 210 Times More Than Average Worker

Canada’s 100 richest CEOs earned 210 times more than the average Canadian worker in 2023, according to a report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. The report states that these top CEOs earned an average of $13.2 million in salary, bonuses, and other compensation in 2023, compared to the average Canadian worker's income of $66,661. This disparity has grown significantly since 1998, when it was 104 times. 2023 marked the third-highest year for CEO pay, with Patrick Dovigi of GFL Environmental leading the list. The report highlights a gender gap, as only three women made it onto t
canadians-to-receive-gst-and-hst-credit-payments-tomorrow
CanadaJan 02, 2025

Canadians to Receive GST and HST Credit Payments Tomorrow

The first GST and HST credit payments of the new year will be issued on Friday. These tax-free quarterly payments are provided by the federal government to assist low- and moderate-income families. The payments aim to offset the GST and HST paid by low-income single Canadians and families on goods and services. The amount is calculated based on the total family income and the number of children under 19. For the 2024–2025 benefit year, the annual GST credit is a maximum of $519 for single individuals. Married or common-law couples can receive up to $680 annually, with an additional $179 for
calgary-army-reservist-and-museum-curator-killed-while-ice-climbing-in-b-c
CanadaJan 02, 2025

Calgary army reservist and museum curator killed while ice climbing in B.C.

A Calgary army reserve officer is dead after an off-duty ice climbing accident in eastern B-C during the holidays. The military says Major Dave Peabody died December 26th inKootenay National Park. Peabody, who was 48, served as an infantry officer with the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry after joining the Canadian Forces. He served in Afghanistan in 2011 and 2012. Peabody transferred to the Calgary Highlanders, a unit of 41 Brigade Group, serving part-time as a senior officer. In 2021, Peabody became the curator of The Military Museums in Calgary in a civilian capaci
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CanadaJan 02, 2025

New year brings new Alberta taxes, electricity 'rate of last resort'

Alberta's electricity ``rate of last resort''starts today, replacing the province's previous default rate forconsumers who don't have a contract. The rate is set at about 12 cents per kilowatt hour until 2027. It's meant to shield against price spikes, as the previous option fluctuated from month to month. Retailers must confirm with customers whether they want to sign on to a competitive rate, which can be much lower. Albertans also start paying today a tax on vaping products to fall in line with existing federal taxes. The governments say the tax is meant to discourage vapin
canada-set-to-preside-over-g7-in-2025-what-that-means-and-whats-at-stake
CanadaJan 02, 2025

Canada set to preside over G7 in 2025 — what that means and what's at stake

Canada is set to take over the presidency of the G7 in 2025, leading a forum of seven of the world's most advanced economies at a time of political instability at home and around the world. Canada joined the group in 1976 and this year will be chairing its meetings for the seventh time. Ottawa plans to host the leaders' summit June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis, Alta. The G7 includes the United States, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, Italy and Canada, as well as the European Union. For five decades, the group's governments have co-ordinated how liberal democracies respond to economic an
man-suspected-of-killing-wife-father-in-law-in-calgary-found-dead-outside-city
CanadaDec 31, 2024

Man suspected of killing wife, father-in-law in Calgary found dead outside city

Police say a man they were searching for in a double homicide in Calgary has been found dead. An emergency alert had been issued for 38-year-old Benedict Kaminski, describing him as armed and dangerous. A woman in her 30s and a man in his 70s were found dead on Sunday at two different locations in Calgary. Police say the victims are believed to be Kaminski's wife and her father. They say tips from the public lead officers to the Water Valley area, about 80 kilometres northwest of Calgary. The suspect was found dead near his parked truck. This report by The Canadian Press was f

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BCMay 08, 2026

Illegal gambling investigation in Metro Vancouver leads to 11 arrests

Police in British Columbia say 11 people have been arrested following an investigation into an alleged illegal gambling operation in Metro Vancouver. According to investigators, the probe began in November 2025 after police received information about a suspected gaming house operating in Maple Ridge. Officers executed search warrants on April 29 at locations in Maple Ridge, Coquitlam and Surrey. Police said investigators seized gambling equipment, more than $34,000 in cash, and a shotgun fitted with a suppressor during the searches. Authorities have not released details about the identities of
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AlbertaMay 08, 2026

Lethbridge man charged with breaching release conditions tied to child sexual abuse case

Lethbridge Police say a 36-year-old man has been charged after officers allegedly found him in contact with a youth while bound by court-ordered release conditions connected to previous child sexual abuse charges. According to a Lethbridge Police Service release, officers responded May 6 to a report of a vulnerable 15-year-old girl getting into a vehicle with an adult male in the parking lot of a northside swimming pool. Police conducted a traffic stop and identified the driver as a man prohibited from having contact with anyone under 16 years old. Police said the accused was also subject to c
smith-presses-carney-on-pipeline-agreement-and-project-approvals
CanadaMay 08, 2026

Smith presses Carney on pipeline agreement and project approvals

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith met with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa on Thursday to discuss federal–provincial energy cooperation and major infrastructure project approvals. Smith said Albertans and industry investors are growing frustrated with delays tied to large-scale projects. She called for an oil pipeline and energy cooperation memorandum of understanding to be finalized within days. According to Smith, some conditions tied to the agreement between the federal and Alberta governments were supposed to be completed by April 1, a deadline that has already passed. She also argued
CanadaMay 08, 2026

Manitoba declares public health emergency over rising HIV cases

The Manitoba government has declared a public health emergency following a sharp rise in HIV cases across the province, marking the first time Manitoba has issued such an emergency declaration related to HIV. According to Manitoba chief provincial public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin, the number of reported HIV cases increased from 90 in 2019 to 328 in 2025. Preliminary data for the first quarter of 2026 shows approximately 120 cases, a level health officials describe as concerning. Final figures for 2026 have not yet been released. Provincial health officials said Manitoba’s HIV rate has
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CanadaMay 08, 2026

Canada Post begins notifying residents of end to door-to-door mail delivery

Canada Post has begun sending letters to residents whose homes are expected to lose door-to-door mail delivery as part of a nationwide transition to community mailboxes. In notices sent to customers, the Crown corporation said mail and parcel delivery to residents’ doors will continue for now, but service is expected to shift to community mailboxes by late 2026 or early 2027. According to Canada Post, the change is being introduced as part of efforts to modernize operations and improve the long-term financial sustainability of the postal system. The plan would affect approximately four milli