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CanadaMar 25, 2025

Poilievre Faces Criticism After Report on Alleged Indian Interference in Leadership Race

Pierre Poilievre is under fire from his opponents following a report citing Canadian intelligence sources. Liberal Leader Mark Carney has questioned the integrity of the Conservative Party's 2022 leadership race, in which Poilievre was elected leader. The Globe and Mail, citing Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) sources, claimed that India interfered in Poilievre's victory in the Conservative Party leadership election by raising funds and support for him within the South Asian community. However, the report also clarified that CSIS found no evidence suggesting Poilievre or members
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CanadaMar 25, 2025

Pierre Poilievre Challenges Mark Carney to French Debate, Offering to Cover Fees

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has publicly challenged Liberal Leader Mark Carney to participate in a French-language debate. Poilievre even offered to cover Carney’s fees for attending the debate. Accusing Carney of avoiding the debate, Poilievre stated that the Liberal leader lacked the answers to defend his party’s policies and the courage to confront challenges, drawing a parallel to standing up to figures like Trump. The debate was originally planned by Quebec’s private French-language television network TVA. However, after Carney declined the invitation, TVA canceled the pro
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CanadaMar 25, 2025

Poilievre Pledges GST Elimination on New Homes Up to $1.3 Million as Election Race Heats Up

As the federal election approaches, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal Leader Mark Carney are unveiling policies aimed at first-time homebuyers. On Tuesday, Poilievre announced his plan to eliminate the GST on new homes priced up to $1.3 million. Poilievre claims this initiative will save Canadians up to $65,000 on home purchases in major cities. Last week, Liberal Leader Mark Carney proposed a similar policy, promising to exempt GST on homes priced up to $1 million for first-time buyers, which would provide savings of up to $50,000. Meanwhile, a recent survey by Leger shows the
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CanadaMar 25, 2025

Mark Carney Announces Pay Hike for Military if Returned to Power

On the third day of the election campaign in Canada, Liberal Party Leader Mark Carney announced a pay hike for the military to boost recruitment in the Canadian Armed Forces if re-elected. Carney also stated that he would increase other benefits for soldiers to help address the 14,000-strong shortfall in the Canadian Armed Forces. While campaigning among workers at a Canadian shipbuilding company in Halifax, Carney also pledged to grant the Canadian Coast Guard new surveillance powers. Additionally, he responded to President Trump's threats regarding a potential merger between Canada and the
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CanadaMar 25, 2025

Canadian agency claims India may interfere in Canadian elections

Canadian spy agency has alleged that India and China might interfere in Canada's upcoming general elections on April 28, while Russia and Pakistan also have the potential to do the same. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) made these remarks at a time when Ottawa's ties with New Delhi are at an all-time low due to Canada's actions and allegations against India alleging its involvment in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has previously denied the allegations of interference, while China has also issued a similar denial. Canadian Security Intelligence Service deputy direc
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CanadaMar 24, 2025

Canada's Early Federal Election to Cost Taxpayers $570 Million, says Chief Electoral Officer

Canada’s upcoming early federal election, scheduled six months ahead of time, is expected to cost taxpayers approximately $570 million, slightly less than the previous election in 2021. Chief Electoral Officer Stephen Perrault shared this information during a press conference today. Perrault stated that Elections Canada plans to hire around 250,000 employees for the election, set to take place on April 28. Additionally, polling stations will be established at 119 campuses across the country. The Elections Department will also increase the number of polling stations in Indigenous areas, trip
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CanadaMar 24, 2025

Calgary Police Charge 31-Year-Old in Assault Incident at Bow Valley College Train Station

Calgary police have taken action against a 31-year-old suspect in connection with the assault of a girl at the Bow Valley College train station. Brayden Joseph James French of Calgary has been charged with attempted robbery following the incident, which occurred at 1:40 p.m. on Sunday on the Third Street Southeast LRT platform. A video of the assault has since gone viral. James French allegedly grabbed the girl’s water bottle and threw water at her during the incident. While the assault is not being classified as racial violence, the police's Diversity Resource Team is investigating the mat
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CanadaMar 24, 2025

Youth, 16, charged with stabbing taxi driver in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside

A teenager has been charged with assault for allegedly stabbing a taxi driver in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside last week. The alleged attack happened last Tuesday, when Vancouver Police say an off-duty officer saw the stabbing near the intersection of Main and Hastings streets. They say the officer then alerted on-duty police colleagues, who arrested a 16-year-old male. Vancouver police say the teen suspect has now been charged with assault, assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon and assault causing bodily harm. The suspect, a resident of Richmond, B.C., has been granted bail and was re
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CanadaMar 24, 2025

Poilievre Announces Income Tax Cuts and Full Elimination of Carbon Tax

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has vowed to reduce income taxes and completely eliminate the carbon tax if he becomes prime minister. Poilievre announced that he would lower the rate of the lowest tax bracket from 15 percent to 12.75 percent, resulting in a savings of $900 per person per year. He also took the opportunity to criticize the Liberal Party and its leader, Mark Carney. Speaking at a rally in North York, Ontario, Poilievre accused the Liberals of postponing the carbon tax at gas stations for only 30 days before the election, rather than fully repealing it. He emphasized that

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CanadaSep 29, 2026

Carney Signals Controlled Increase in Immigration

Prime Minister Mark Carney has signalled that Canada could begin a controlled increase in immigration after bringing the country’s immigration system back under control. In another part of an interview with a private broadcaster, Carney said the immigration system is now under control and that the next question is how to begin a controlled increase in the country’s population. His comments come exactly one month before the government is expected to announce its immigration targets for the next three years. The previous three federal immigration plans focused on reducing the number of newco
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AlbertaSep 29, 2026

Calgary Chamber Warns of Economic Fallout From Alberta Split

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CanadaSep 29, 2026

RCMP Charges 16 in Major Quebec Cocaine Trafficking Investigation

The RCMP in Quebec has charged 16 people following an investigation into a major cocaine trafficking network allegedly operating in the province. Police said the operation, known as Project Chrome, began in 2022 with significant assistance from the Canada Revenue Agency. Investigators allege the organization operated an illegal gaming house in Montreal and used proceeds from drug trafficking to renovate properties linked to the group and launder money. During searches, police seized 14 kilograms of cocaine, more than $145,000 in cash and assets valued at over $9 million. According to details r
BCSep 29, 2026

Langley Shooting Leaves One Person Injured, Police Investigating

Langley RCMP are investigating a shooting in which one person was injured in the Brookswood area. Police said the incident occurred early Monday morning in the 3000-block of 205 Street. Langley RCMP officers and BC Emergency Health Services personnel responded shortly after receiving reports of gunfire and transported the injured person to hospital. According to Sgt. Zanel Sharoum, investigators believe the shooting was a targeted incident based on preliminary findings. Police are speaking with witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage as part of the investigation. The victim's identity has not bee
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BCSep 29, 2026

B.C. Conservatives Accuse Eby of Breaking $1,000 Grocery Rebate Promise

The B.C. Conservatives have launched an attack on the B.C. NDP and Leader David Eby during the provincial election campaign, accusing them of breaking election promises and pursuing failed economic policies. The Conservatives claim that exactly two years ago, the B.C. NDP promised to provide every family in British Columbia with a $1,000 grocery rebate but abandoned the commitment after winning the election. B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson questioned how voters could trust the NDP after the alleged broken promise, arguing that the province needs a change in government. Doerkson also cr