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CanadaMar 17, 2025

Poilievre says he'll repeal carbon price law, including the industrial charge

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says that he will repeal the entire carbon price law if elected, including on businesses and the industrial charge. On Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney began the process to end the consumer carbon price on things like gasoline. The order-in-council says the fee will be removed after March 31. Poilievre says that if the Liberals are serious about ending the charge, they would recall Parliament and do it through legislation, in a video posted on social media. To reduce emissions, Poilievre says his government would "expand eligibility" for the clean techno
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CanadaMar 17, 2025

Prime Minister Carney kicks off international trip in France

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Paris, France, to meet with President Emmanuel Macron in his first in-person meeting with an international leader as prime minister. Carney, who turned 60 on Sunday, is kicking off his first full week as prime minister with a whirlwind three-day trip to France and the U.K., ending back in Canada’s north, in Iqaluit. It follows an invitation by Macron before Carney was even sworn in as prime minister. The two world leaders are expected to discuss issues related to security in Europe and Canada and trade diversification. France has notably not yet ratified C
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Carney’s Government is Not Prioritizing Labor, Unions, and Workers: Jagmeet Singh

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has criticized Prime Minister Mark Carney for not assigning any specific portfolios for women, youth, or people with disabilities. Singh also pointed out that Carney’s cabinet does not include a dedicated labor minister. He noted that Steven McKinnon now serves as the Minister of Jobs and Families, and while labor-related matters may still fall under his responsibilities, the portfolio’s name carries significant meaning. Singh stated that this demonstrates Carney’s government is not prioritizing labor, unions, or workers.
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

I have no plans to visit the United States at the moment: Mark Carney

In his first speech as Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney made it clear that he has no immediate plans to visit the United States. Carney stated that his primary focus is on strengthening trade ties between Canada, Europe, and the UK, adding that he will engage with President Trump when the time is right. Meanwhile, as Carney and his cabinet were being sworn in, controversial remarks made by current US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about Canadian sovereignty surfaced in Canada. Rubio had stated in response to a reporter's question that Trump believes it would be better for Canada to join
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Decrease in Immigrants Stopped at US-Canada Border, While Detentions in Canada Rise

The number of immigrants stopped from entering the US from Canada has dropped to its lowest level since May 2022, according to data from US Customs and Border Protection. However, there has been an increase in the number of people detained after entering Canada. According to the report, US Border Patrol officers apprehended 481 individuals at the Canada-US border in February, down from 616 in January and a multi-year high of 3,601 in June of last year. An official stated that under an agreement between the two countries to combat illegal migration, both Canada and the US are sending back asyl
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Mark Carney Cabinet Announcement: Kamal Khaira Becomes Canada’s New Health Minister

In the newly formed cabinet of Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada, François-Philippe Champagne has been appointed Minister of Finance, replacing Dominique LeBlanc. LeBlanc, who previously held the finance portfolio, is now the Minister of International Trade. Chrystia Freeland has rejoined the cabinet as Minister of Transport and Internal Trade. Anita Anand has taken on the role of Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry. Meanwhile, Kamal Khaira, of Punjabi origin, has been promoted to become Canada’s new Minister of Health. The Ministry of Health was previously held by Mark Hollan
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Putin Agrees to U.S. Proposal for 30-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to the U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. However, he emphasized the need to address the root causes of the conflict to achieve long-term peace. Putin expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for his efforts to resolve the Ukraine crisis and also extended his thanks to other global leaders, including those from India and China. During a news conference in Moscow on Thursday, Putin stated that Russia supports the ceasefire but believes there are many issues that need to be discussed. Putin highlighted the importance of creating a m
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Canada Endorses U.S. Ceasefire Proposal for Ukraine

Canada has announced its support for the U.S. ceasefire proposal for Ukraine. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly stated at the conclusion of the G7 meeting in Quebec today that the G7 countries are united in backing the U.S. initiative. Joly emphasized that the international community is now closely monitoring Moscow’s response, noting that the ball is now in Russia’s court. Joly also clarified that during the G7 meeting, U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments on Canadian sovereignty were not discussed with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Instead, their discussions focused on U
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Mark Carney Sworn in as Canada’s Prime Minister

Mark Carney has taken office as Canada’s Prime Minister today, marking the end of the Trudeau era. Carney and his cabinet were sworn in at Rideau Hall, the official residence of Governor General Mary Simon in Ottawa. Carney has included former Trudeau cabinet ministers Kamal Khera and Anita Anand in his government, along with Dominique LeBlanc, François-Philippe Champagne, former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, and Steven Guilbeault. Carney, an economist and former central banker, served as Governor of the Bank of Canada from 2008 to 2013 under former Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s

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BCNov 02, 2026

Two Charged in Murder of Missing 11-Year-Old Kai Pavlovic in Burnaby

Police have charged two people in connection with the murder of 11-year-old Kai Pavlovic, who went missing in Burnaby in 2025. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced Monday that the child was reported missing on September 26, 2025, during a health-related check. Following an extensive investigation, 51-year-old Burnaby resident Branko Bijelic was arrested on October 30, 2026. He has been charged with second-degree murder and indignity to human remains. Meanwhile, 46-year-old Sarah Bijelic has been charged with manslaughter. Sgt. Freda Fong said there will be many questions
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AlbertaNov 02, 2026

29-Year-Old Woman Found Dead in West Edmonton Home, Police Investigating Suspicious Death

A 29-year-old woman has been found dead inside a home in West Edmonton, with police investigating the death as suspicious. According to Edmonton police, officers were called to a home near 95 Avenue and 164 Street at around 6 p.m. on Friday to conduct a welfare check. Upon arrival, they found the woman dead inside the residence. An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday to determine the exact cause of death. Homicide detectives are currently investigating the case. Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact them.
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BCNov 02, 2026

B.C. Conservatives to Form New Government on November 20, Doerkson Announces

British Columbia’s new government is set to take office on November 20, Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson announced today. According to Doerkson, the province’s newly elected MLAs will be sworn in on November 19, followed by the formation of the new cabinet on November 20. Speaking ahead of his party’s first caucus meeting in Victoria, Doerkson said his government would fulfil all the promises made to the public during the election campaign. Among the key priorities, he pledged to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), provide tax relief and strengthen pub
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CanadaNov 02, 2026

Small Businesses Set to Receive Relief in Budget as Tax Rules May Be Simplified: François-Philippe Champagne

Canada’s Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne has indicated that the federal budget to be tabled on Thursday will include new measures to support small and medium-sized businesses, potentially including steps to simplify tax procedures. Speaking during a question-and-answer session at the Canadian Club in Toronto, Champagne said the budget would be largely focused on entrepreneurs, innovators and creators, with small businesses expected to receive significant relief. Addressing the current tax system, the minister acknowledged that Canada’s tax code contains several complicated ru
BCNov 02, 2026

One person has died following a house fire in Chilliwack, British Columbia.

According to officials, the fire broke out Friday afternoon at a home near Young Road and Henley Avenue. The blaze originated in the basement of the house. Firefighters received a call about the incident at approximately 2:15 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, they discovered that someone was trapped inside the home. The Chilliwack Fire Department said firefighters worked hard to bring the blaze under control and managed to rescue one person from inside the house. Unfortunately, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Fire Chief Andrew Brown said the cause of the fire is under investiga