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CanadaMar 03, 2025

Tariffs on Canada to Take Effect Tuesday

Tariffs on Canada will take effect Tuesday. The White House has issued an executive order lifting the 30-day moratorium on the implementation of these tariffs. While details on how the tariffs will be imposed have not yet been disclosed, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested that the original plan for a 25 percent tariff might be revised. Notably, President Trump had previously postponed the 25 percent tariff on Canadian goods until March 4, opting instead to impose a 10 percent tariff on Canadian oil and gas. Despite Canada’s efforts to strengthen border security and engage in diplom
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CanadaMar 03, 2025

Trudeau Meets King Charles at Royal Residence in England

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with King Charles at his royal residence in England today, marking the conclusion of his visit to the UK. During the meeting, they discussed matters of importance to Canada and Canadians, but no further details were released. The meeting took place amid ongoing tensions, as King Charles, in his role as head of state of Canada, has not publicly addressed former President Trump’s threats regarding the potential merger of Canada with the US. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson issued a statement explaining that Canada is a constitutional democracy, where the King
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CanadaFeb 28, 2025

Trump calls Freeland 'a whack' and Poilievre 'not a MAGA guy' as tariff threat looms

U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing in on domestic Canadian politics as his deadline to impose steep tariffs on Canada inches closer. In an interview with The Spectator, Trump called Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland terrible and "a whack" — and claimed credit for her resignation as finance minister. Trump also remarked on Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, saying that "his biggest problem is he's not a MAGA guy." An edited transcript of the Thursday interview with Trump did not provide any new insights into what Canada might do to stop the devastating duties from going f
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CanadaFeb 28, 2025

Ontario PCs win third majority government

Doug Ford's Progressive Conservatives chugged to a third majority government Thursday, propelled by his visible crusade against economic uncertainty emanating from the U.S., though falling short of the increased majority he urged. Critics said this $189-million snap Ontario election was unnecessary, dangerously timed as President Donald Trump's tariff knife dangles over Canada's head and called only to capitalize on good polling numbers, but voters did not appear too keen to punish Ford for it. However, they also didn't appear too keen to reward him for it. Despite Ford kicking off the campai
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

Health Canada Recalls LG Electric Stoves Due to Fire Hazard with Front Knobs

Health Canada has issued a recall for several LG free-standing electric stoves due to an issue with their front knobs. The agency reports that there have been incidents of fires caused by the knobs accidentally being activated. The recall advisory from Health Canada warns that the knobs could be triggered if they are accidentally touched by a person or pet, presenting a fire hazard. As of February 12, Health Canada said the company had received eight reports of such incidents in Canada, along with two reports of injuries, including one minor cut and one minor burn. According to Health Canada,
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

Measles Cases on the Rise in Canada, With 95 Reported So Far This Year

Measles is making a concerning return to Canada this year. According to the latest data from the Public Health Agency of Canada, as of February 21, 95 cases of measles have been reported. British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec are the provinces most affected by the outbreak. By this time last year, only four cases had been reported, and a total of 146 cases were recorded throughout 2024. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, an infectious disease specialist at Toronto General Hospital, noted that in Ontario, the number of measles cases in February is already nearly as high as the total number recorded i
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

MP Angus calls for Amazon boycott after company closes seven Quebec warehouses

New Democrat MP Charlie Angus is calling for a countrywide consumer boycott of Amazon to protest the online retail giant's closure of seven of its warehouses in Quebec. The closures have eliminated thousands of permanent full-time jobs, along with jobs at subcontracted suppliers. Angus and union officials — including Félix Trudeau, union president for the Laval, Que., Amazon warehouse — say Amazon should pay proper severance to those laid off. They also say the federal government should cancel all contracts with billionaire Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and force his company to pay back any feder
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

President Donald Trump Targets Canada Once Again

US President Donald Trump has once again made controversial remarks about Canada. During a conversation with reporters last evening, he expressed his affection for Canada and its people but stated that it is not right for the US to support Canada. He suggested that without US support, Canada would not exist as a country. Trump claimed that the US provides Canada with a subsidy of $200 billion every year, suggesting that Canada would struggle to function without it. He also reiterated his idea of making Canada the 51st state. However, Canadian experts have refuted these claims, pointing out th
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CanadaFeb 27, 2025

Manitoba becomes first province to join national pharmacare program with $219M deal

Manitoba became the first province to officially join Ottawa's pharmacare program today, giving it access to federal funding to cover the cost of birth control and diabetes medications. Health Minister Mark Holland made the announcement in Winnipeg this morning. The federal government will spend $219 million on pharmacare coverage for Manitoba over four years and says contraceptives and diabetes medications will be provided "at little to no direct cost" to Manitobans. The Manitoba government launched a program last fall to cover the cost of birth control for its residents. The federal Pharmaca

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BCAug 14, 2026

Peter Milobar Announces Departure from B.C. Conservative Caucus

Senior B.C. Conservative MLA Peter Milobar has formally announced that he is leaving the party caucus, effective immediately. He will now sit as an independent MLA for Kamloops Centre in the B.C. legislature. Milobar said that over the past several months, it had become increasingly clear to him that his personal values no longer aligned with the party’s new direction under Leader Kami-Leon Findlay. He said he fully respects Findlay’s right to shape the party according to her vision, but stressed that his top priority remains serving the people of Kamloops Centre, a commitment that has not
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IndiaAug 14, 2026

Gunfire Outside Former Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh’s Residence

A firing incident involving the vehicle of former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and former Head Granthi of Sri Harmandir Sahib, Giani Raghbir Singh, has come to light. The incident was discovered when his driver noticed a bullet lodged in the vehicle while cleaning it and immediately informed the police. Giani Raghbir Singh said police have launched an investigation into the incident. He added that he also checked the CCTV footage outside his residence. According to the footage, a sound believed to be a gunshot was heard at around 11:04 p.m. on August 12, after which the security guard pres
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BCAug 14, 2026

B.C. Premier Announces Three Cabinet Changes as Brenda Bailey Takes Leave for Cancer Treatment

British Columbia Premier David Eby has announced three cabinet changes following Finance Minister Brenda Bailey’s decision to take a leave of absence for cancer treatment and recovery. Bailey has been diagnosed with early-stage cancer that is treatable. She is expected to begin treatment in late August 2026 and return to work in early October. She will remain a member of cabinet during her leave. Effective August 14, the changes are: Josie Osborne — Minister of Finance Ravi Kahlon — Minister of Health Brenda Bailey — Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth Bailey is returning to the
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BCAug 14, 2026

Downtown Vancouver stranger assault: VPD seeks witnesses

Vancouver Police are investigating a random assault that left a man seriously injured near Nelson and Richards streets. Police say a couple was walking back to their hotel after attending a concert at around 11:45 p.m. when a stranger approached from behind and punched one of them in the face. The victim fell and struck his head on the pavement. The suspect then fled toward Granville Street. The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries. The suspect is described as a white man, approximately 5'5" to 5'8" tall, aged 20 to 35, with a medium build. He was reportedly wearing fingerless gl
CanadaAug 14, 2026

Greer Takes Tough Stance Amid Canada-U.S. Tariff Talks

As Canada continues efforts to secure a tariff deal with the United States, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has issued a strong response. Speaking to reporters in Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday, Greer said the proposed 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods are not a sudden decision. He said they are a response to retaliatory measures previously imposed by Canada against U.S. products. Greer criticized Canada for imposing retaliatory tariffs rather than engaging directly with Washington, comparing the approach to the strategy used by countries such as China. He pointed to Canadian measure