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CanadaJan 07, 2025

Canada Post returns to full service for domestic parcels; letters still delayed

Canada Post says it has reinstated on-time service guarantees and returned to full service levels for domestic parcels after a strike brought deliveries to a halt last year. However, it says Canadians should continue to expect delivery delays of several days beyond its service standard for transaction mail such as letters, bills and statements. It also says it is continuing to work through the accumulated volume of international mail and that customers should expect a delivery delay of several days for incoming international items. The mail started moving again late last month after the Canada
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CanadaJan 07, 2025

Biden praises Trudeau as friend, defender of freedom following resignation news

U.S. President Joe Biden says he is proud to call Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a friend as both men now prepare for their departures from leadership. Biden says he spoke with Trudeau on the phone Monday after the prime minister announced he would resign his post as soon as a new Liberal leader is chosen. The president will also be vacating the White House later this month when president-elect Donald Trump begins a second administration. In a statement Tuesday, Biden says the U.S.-Canada alliance is stronger because of Trudeau, even as his successor threatens 25 per cent tariffs against Americ
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CanadaJan 07, 2025

Ontario launches border-strengthening operation as Trump tariff threat looms

The Ontario government says it has launched an operation intended to beef up security along the border with the United States. In a news release, Premier Doug Ford says Operation Deterrence will "crack down on illegal border crossings and illegal guns and drugs." It comes as U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods unless Canada tightens border security, with an emphasis on fentanyl and illegal crossings. As part of the operation, Ontario says provincial police have an "emergency response team" of 200 officers focused on boosting border secur
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CanadaJan 07, 2025

Liberal party begins process to succeed Trudeau as candidates weigh their options

As Liberal party brass begins to chart course for an expedited race to find Justin Trudeau's successor, potential contenders are weighing whether or not to join the fray -- including former central banker Mark Carney. The former Bank of Canada governor issued a statement Monday evening saying he is encouraged by support he has heard, and that he's considering his decision with family over the next few days. Former Montreal MP Frank Baylis declared his intent to enter the race in an interview Monday with The Hill Times. Party officials are expected to meet this week to begin the process for sel
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CanadaJan 06, 2025

Liberals have disappointed people; they do not deserve another chance: Jagmeet Singh

There is a high possibility of an election in the spring after Parliament resumes its session in Canada. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced today that his party will vote to topple the government as soon as Parliament reconvenes. Jagmeet Singh stated that it doesn't matter who the leader of the Liberal Party will be, as the Liberals have disappointed the people and do not deserve another chance. He further mentioned that he will introduce a no-confidence motion against the government as soon as possible. It is worth noting that Jagmeet Singh held a news conference in Burnaby, where he reacted
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CanadaJan 06, 2025

Premier David Eby Reacts to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Resignation

Premier David Eby has responded to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, expressing gratitude for Trudeau's service. Eby highlighted their collaboration on key issues, such as reducing child care costs for families. He emphasized the need for unity moving forward, particularly to protect Canadian workers and businesses from U.S. tariffs. Eby acknowledged that there may have been disagreements on certain issues but expressed appreciation for Trudeau's efforts during his tenure. It is noteworthy that the Liberals first formed a majority government under Trudeau’s leadership on October
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CanadaJan 06, 2025

Trudeau's Resignation Won't Change Anything: Pierre Poilievre

Canada's main opposition leader, Pierre Poilievre, has criticized Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party. In a recently released video, Poilievre argued that Trudeau's resignation would not bring any meaningful change, as every Liberal MP and potential leadership contender has supported Trudeau’s policies over the past nine years. He claimed they are now attempting to mislead voters by introducing a new Liberal leader, continuing to exploit Canadians for the next four years. Poilievre stated that the only way to address Canada's challenges is through an election, where a Conser
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CanadaJan 06, 2025

Trudeau Announces Resignation as Party Leader and Prime Minister

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as both the leader of the Liberal Party and as prime minister. Trudeau stated he would remain in office until a new leader is chosen, and that Parliament will be suspended until March 24. It is noteworthy that Trudeau’s decision comes ahead of the Liberal National Caucus meeting scheduled for Wednesday, during which there had been growing pressure on him to step down. To prevent the government from being toppled by opposition parties, the Governor General has approved the suspension of Parliament until March 24. PM Trudeau confirme
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CanadaJan 06, 2025

Surrey Police arrest driver after failing to stop at B.C. border crossing

Police in Surrey, B.C., say they arrested the driver of a vehicle with Washington state licence plates who failed to stop at the Pacific Highway border crossing Sunday. The Surrey Police Service says the Canada Border Services Agency flagged a white pickup truck that drove through the border around 8:45 a.m. Surrey police say the truck was spotted on King George Boulevard a short time later "driving erratically" and veering into oncoming traffic. The police service says the driver, who was alone at the wheel, was arrested, and unspecified vehicles were damaged but no one was injured. Surrey po

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BCNov 12, 2026

Pickup Truck Strikes Two Pedestrians in Abbotsford, One Killed

A pedestrian was killed and another seriously injured after being struck by a pickup truck in Abbotsford early Wednesday morning. According to police, the collision occurred at approximately 1:10 a.m. near the 34700 block of Delair Road. Emergency crews transported both victims to hospital in serious condition. One of them later died from their injuries, while the second victim is now reported to be in stable condition. Police have not yet released the ages or identities of the victims. The pickup truck driver remained at the scene following the collision and is cooperating with investigators.
CanadaNov 12, 2026

Quebec Plane Crash During Remembrance Day Ceremony Claims Pilot’s Life

A pilot was killed after a small plane crashed in Quebec’s Beauce region during a Remembrance Day ceremony on Wednesday morning. According to police, the incident occurred at around 11 a.m. while a formation of six aircraft was performing a missing man formation to honour fallen soldiers. The plane crashed while descending for landing. The small aircraft went down in a wooded area near Saint-Georges Airport, about 100 kilometres south of Quebec City, and caught fire. The pilot was the only person on board. The deceased pilot has been identified as 68-year-old Daniel Parent, a member of a loc
CanadaNov 10, 2026

Call to Ease Mortgage Rules for First-Time Homebuyers

Canada’s major banks and real estate developers are urging the federal government to ease mortgage rules and introduce down payment assistance programs for young, first-time homebuyers purchasing newly built homes. The group includes major financial institutions such as the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), BMO, TD, CIBC and Scotiabank, along with 10 major homebuilders, including Minto and Brookfield. They are recommending that the government make the mortgage stress test less restrictive and lower down payment requirements for young first-time buyers. The group says the ongoing slowdown in Canada
AlbertaNov 10, 2026

Calgary Proposes 15% Property Tax Hike for 2027, Homeowners to Pay Extra $37 Monthly

Calgary City Council has proposed a 15 per cent property tax increase for 2027, which is expected to cost the average homeowner approximately $37 more per month. Under the newly released four-year budget proposal, property taxes are also projected to increase by 10 per cent in 2028, 7.7 per cent in 2029 and six per cent in 2030. However, the proposed budget figures are not final. City Council is expected to hold final debates and vote on the proposal later this month. The proposal also includes a 3.8 per cent increase in Calgary Transit fares. Meanwhile, the city's debt is projected to rise fr
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BCNov 10, 2026

Four Grizzly Bears Confirmed In Fatal Attack That Killed Mother And Daughter Near Bella Coola

Conservation officials in British Columbia have confirmed that four grizzly bears were involved in the fatal attack that killed a mother and her daughter near Bella Coola earlier this month. Officials said forensic and DNA testing confirmed that the four grizzly bears captured over the past several days were directly involved in the deadly incident. The bears included a female grizzly and her three cubs. All four bears have been euthanized to ensure public safety, the B.C. Conservation Officer Service said. The victims were identified as 48-year-old Jennifer Balcarras and her 20-year-old daugh