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CanadaSep 09, 2024

After the murder of a Punjabi youth in Edmonton, a candle march was held, demanding justice

A candle march was held in Silverberry Park by the Punjabi community demanding justice in the case of a Punjabi youth who was murdered in Edmonton last week. Meanwhile, the mother of deceased 22-year-old Jashandeep Singh Maan demanded justice for her son through a video call from Punjab. Let us tell you that Jashandeep Singh came to Edmonton to study 8 months ago. According to the police, Jashandeep was at work when he was attacked and the killer already knew him. Police have charged 40-year-old Edgar Wesker with second degree murder. He has been murdered by a delivery company worker, prompti
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CanadaSep 09, 2024

Judge expected to sentence protesters at Coutts border protest

A judge is expected to hand down sentences today for two men convicted for their roles in the 2022 Coutts, Alta., border blockade. Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert were convicted last month of public mischief over $5,000 and possessing a firearm dangerous to the public peace. Olienick was also convicted of possessing a pipe bomb. A jury found them not guilty of the most serious charge they faced: conspiracy to murder police officers. The men were charged after RCMP found guns, ammunition and body armour in trailers near the blockade at the key Canada-U.S. border crossing. The blockade was on
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CanadaSep 09, 2024

Devastating Jasper wildfire now listed as under control, Parks canada says

Nearly seven weeks since a wildfire forced the evacuation of Jasper National Park and burned nearly a third of the townsite's structures, Parks Canada says the blaze is now officially under control. Landon Shepherd, incident commander with the parks agency, told an online media briefing Saturday the change in status means the fire has been sufficiently suppressed to ensure it won't spread outside of its defined perimeter. Shepherd says that perimeter is 278 km long. The fire's status was last changed on Aug. 17 when it moved from being out-of-control to ``being held,'' which meant it wasn't
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CanadaSep 09, 2024

Justin Trudeau may be in for an earful as he meets with caucus in B.C.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may be bracing for an earful from his caucus when Liberal MPs gather in Nanaimo, B.C. today to plot their strategy for the coming election year. It will be the first time he faces them as a group since MPs departed Ottawa in the spring. Still stinging from a devastating byelection loss earlier this summer, the caucus is now also reeling from news that their national campaign director has resigned and the party can no longer count on the NDP to stave off an early election. "They should be giving the prime minister a rough ride," said strategist Ginny Roth, who serv
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CanadaSep 06, 2024

China launches WTO complaint against Canada over EV, aluminum and steel tariffs

China has launched a complaint against Canada at the World Trade Organization over recently announced tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aluminum and steel. The Ministry of Commerce announcement of the filing comes after a promise earlier this week it would do so. Following in the footsteps of the U.S., Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Aug. 26 that Canada would impose a 100 per cent tariff on Chinese EVs and a 25 per cent tariff on steel and aluminum. While the U.S. tariffs have yet to take effect, Canada's tariffs will come into place next month. Finance Minister Chrystia Freelan
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CanadaSep 06, 2024

Girl charged with attempted murder after Saskatoon student set on fire

Police say a 14-year-old girl has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault and arson after a student was set on fire at a Saskatoon high school. They say the 15-year-old victim is in serious condition in hospital.
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CanadaSep 05, 2024

No photos of Trudeau on campaign signs in Montreal riding ahead of byelection

One familiar face is conspicuously absent from a federal byelection campaign in Montreal that could have major implications for the Liberal government. As candidates embark on the home stretch of the campaign in LaSalle Émard Verdun, their election signs are everywhere at major intersections, on side streets, fixed to lampposts, beneath stop signs. Alongside photos of the candidates are images of their leaders: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, smiling against a backdrop of a Canadian flag; Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet, smiling against a pale blue backdrop; NDP Leader J
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CanadaSep 05, 2024

Jagmeet Singh says Early federal election more likely now

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh will contest as the Prime Ministerial candidate in the upcoming federal election. He announced this today during a news conference in Toronto. Attacking the Conservatives, he said that only he can stop Pierre Poilievre. At the same time, he said he knows that ending the deal with Trudeau means an election could happen anytime and he is ready for it, whenever it happens.In the News Conference, Jagmeet Singh takes aim at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Pierre Poilievre. He said that Trudeau and his Liberal Party have failed to stop Poilievre and Conservative and only N
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CanadaSep 04, 2024

poilievre took aim at Jagmeet Singh's withdrawal of support from Trudeau

The leader of Canada's main opposition, Pierre Polivray, has termed Jagmeet Singh's withdrawal of support from Trudeau as a media stunt. Polivray said Singh, who struck a deal with the Liberals two years ago after scuttling Wakkar's interests, has only grabbed headlines today, not clarifying whether the NDP would vote in support of a no-confidence motion for the carbon tax election at the first opportunity. Poilievre said Jagmeet Singh sided with Trudeau to quadruple the carbon tax, which would not only force Canadians to rely on food banks but would also cripple the economy and destroy thous

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AlbertaJul 16, 2026

Record rainfall drenches Edmonton as June sets all-time precipitation mark

Environment and Climate Change Canada says Edmonton has experienced an unusually wet start to the summer, with June setting a new monthly rainfall record and above-average precipitation continuing into July. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, 264 millimetres of rain fell in Edmonton during June, surpassing the previous record of 216 millimetres that was set in 1914. The agency says total rainfall for June and July has now reached approximately 360 millimetres. The wet weather marks a sharp contrast to Alberta's typical summer conditions, which are often dominated by wildfire s
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BCJul 16, 2026

Police renew appeal to locate missing North Vancouver woman last seen July 7

North Vancouver RCMP are renewing their appeal for the public's help in locating 46-year-old Mihaela Ududec, who has been missing since July 7. According to a North Vancouver RCMP news release, investigators have confirmed through video evidence that Ududec was last seen at 3:03 p.m. on July 7 in the 100 block of West Keith Road. Police have released a CCTV image showing what she was wearing in the hope that someone may recognize her or provide information about her whereabouts. She was last seen wearing a purple T-shirt, blue jeans, black Nike shoes and a grey hat."Our Investigative Support S
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BCJul 16, 2026

Federal government unveils Vancouver port strategy focused on trade growth and major infrastructure

Federal Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon on Friday announced the Port of Vancouver Gateway Strategy, a federal initiative aimed at expanding Canada's trade capacity through the Port of Vancouver and strengthening transportation infrastructure on the West Coast. According to the federal government, the strategy includes advancing the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion project in Delta and referring Alberta's proposed West Coast oil pipeline project to the Major Projects Office for an expedited review under a single regulatory approval process. The government said the initiative is intended to
CanadaJul 16, 2026

Meta introduces new Instagram AI safety features for minors as Canada advances online safety legislation

Meta has announced new safety features for minors using its Instagram AI chatbot, introducing parental alerts for conversations involving self-harm or suicide. The update comes as the Canadian government moves forward with proposed online safety legislation aimed at strengthening protections for young users. According to Meta, the new features became available Thursday in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia. If a minor discusses self-harm or suicide while interacting with Instagram AI, parents who have enabled the platform's Parental Supervision tools will receive an im
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AlbertaJul 16, 2026

Two arrested in Calgary drug trafficking investigation; stolen handgun, drugs and cash seized

Calgary Police Service says two people have been arrested following a drug trafficking investigation that led to the seizure of a stolen handgun, ammunition, illegal drugs and cash. According to a Calgary Police Service news release, the investigation began in June after officers received information about an armed drug trafficking suspect. Investigators later executed a search warrant at a residence in the 500 block of McKinnon Drive N.E. in the Mayland Heights neighbourhood. Police say officers recovered a loaded 9 mm handgun that had been reported stolen from Strathmore, along with $7,819.6