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CanadaMar 18, 2022

Canada wide warrant issued for Pawan Malik in fatal hit and run case

Investigators from the Major Collision Bureau have issued a Canada Wide Warrant for a Fail to Remain Collision from February 20, 2022, that occurred in the City of Mississauga and claimed the life of a Brampton woman. On Sunday, February 20, 2022, 24-year-old Kavita Chodhary was walking along Derry Road East and began to cross the road at Cattrick Street when she was struck by a dark coloured vehicle. The vehicle and occupant fled the scene and did not stop to render any assistance to the victim. Investigators have located and seized the vehicle involved, a black 2009 Honda Accord. The man all
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CanadaMar 17, 2022

Canada begins accepting applications for Ukrainians seeking temporary refuge from war

The federal government has begun accepting applications from Ukrainians and their families fleeing Russian aggression who want to come to Canada while they decide their next steps. The program to allow an unlimited number of Ukrainians to come to Canada was first announced two weeks ago. At the time, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser suggested Ukrainian citizens would be allowed to stay for two years before deciding whether to apply to stay permanently. The government has since extended that period to three years, and extended eligibility to family members of Ukrainian nationals, regardless of
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CanadaMar 17, 2022

Melanie Joly and rest of the G-7 ministers issue joint statement urging Russia to comply with an International Court of Justice order

Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly and the rest of the G-7 ministers have issued a joint statement urging Russia to comply with an International Court of Justice order to stop attacking Ukraine. The ministers say Russian forces are making indiscriminate attacks on civilians and that President Vladimir Putin is conducting an ``unprovoked and shameful war.'' Joly and the other G-7 ministers say those responsible for war crimes, including indiscriminate use of weapons against civilians, will be held responsible and that they are prepared to further increase the pressure of sanctions on Russia
CanadaMar 17, 2022

Vaccinated travellers won't need COVID-19 test to enter Canada as of April 1

As of April 1st, vaccinated travellers will no longer need to show a COVID-19 test to enter Canada but they could still be subject to random molecular tests when they arrive at Canadian airports. Federal Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos says tourists will still need to be vaccinated to visit Canada, and must upload their information to the ArriveCan app.Unvaccinated Canadians will still need to isolate and be tested on arrival, and again eight days later.
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CanadaMar 16, 2022

Vaccinated travellers will no longer need a COVID-19 test to come to Canada: source

Vaccinated travellers will no longer require a negative COVID-19 test to come to Canada as of April 1, according to a source in the federal government. The source, who is not authorized to speak publicly about the upcoming policy change, says an official announcement is expected later this week. At the end of February, Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos announced travellers coming to Canada would be able to present a negative rapid-antigen test at the border as an alternative to a more costly and time-consuming molecular test. At the time, he said he would consider easing COVID-19 travel restri
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CanadaMar 16, 2022

NATO continues to look at ways it can help support and protect Ukrainians but has to make some heartbreaking decisions: PM Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says NATO continues to look at ways it can help support and protect Ukrainians, and continue to prevent the war from expanding and escalating elsewhere. He says that involves making heartbreaking decisions, including turning down Ukraine's request for a no-fly zone. Trudeau says Canada is providing Ukraine with lethal weapons, humanitarian aid and refugee support. He says and there will be further talks on how to support Ukraine when he flies to Brussels next week for a NATO summit.
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CanadaMar 15, 2022

Federal minimum wage to rise to $15.55 per hour on April 1

On April 1, 2022, the federal minimum wage will increase from $15.00 to $15.55 per hour. For those working in provinces or territories where the general minimum wage rate is higher, the higher rate will continue to apply.The federal minimum wage, which came into force on December 29, 2021, is adjusted automatically on April 1 of every year, based on the average annual increase of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), as reported by Statistics Canada. This is to ensure that the federal minimum wage keeps pace with inflation. This year’s rate increase reflects the 3.4% annual average rise of the CPI
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CanadaMar 12, 2022

PM Trudeau returning back after finishing a week-long European trip by slapping sanctions on five more Russia oligarchs

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau capped a week-long European trip by slapping sanctions on five more Russia oligarchs for their close ties with President Vladimir Putin. They include Roman Abramovich, who is a major shareholder in Evraz, a company that operates a steel mill in Regina. G-7 leaders have issued a joint statement backing Ukraine, calling for an immediate ceasefire and withdrawal of Russian troops and promising further sanctions and economic policies targeting Russia's economy. The leaders say they're also pushing global financial institutions including the World Bank and Internation
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CanadaMar 08, 2022

PM Trudeau says Russian President Vladimir Putin made a mistake

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Russian President Vladimir Putin made a mistake thinking Ukraine and NATO were weak and divided. Trudeau told reporters at a military base in Latvia that Putin has been shown how wrong he is.Article Five of the NATO treaty states that if an member is attacked, all members will consider it an act of violence against the collective. Trudeau had been asked whether a Russian attack on a NATO ally such as Latvia or Estonia or would lead Canada to declare war.

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CanadaAug 27, 2026

Anita Anand Confirms 30 Canadians Missing After Nepal-Tibet Floods

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has confirmed that 30 Canadian citizens and permanent residents are among the hundreds of people reported missing following severe flooding and landslides in the border region between Nepal and Tibet. In a statement issued Thursday, Anand said Canadian officials are in continuous contact with local authorities and international partners to support the safe return of Canadians in the affected areas and assist their families. However, the minister said there is currently no confirmed information about the whereabouts or well-being of the missing Ca
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BCAug 27, 2026

Man Sentenced to 3 Years in 2023 Vancouver Homicide Case

A 43-year-old man, Dustin Gastel, has been sentenced to three years in prison for desecrating human remains in connection with a 2023 homicide in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. The case came to light on January 3, 2023, when Vancouver Fire Rescue Services discovered burned human remains while extinguishing a suspicious outdoor fire near Powell Street and Raymur Avenue. Police later identified the victim as 34-year-old Jeff Genty, who was the first homicide victim recorded in Vancouver that year. According to Vancouver police, Gastel was sentenced by the court on August 10. His three-year sen
WorldAug 27, 2026

Car Explosion in St. Petersburg Kills Russian Lieutenant Colonel, Injures Wife

A Russian military officer was killed and his wife injured in a car explosion in St. Petersburg on Thursday, according to Russian media reports. The couple were reportedly inside the vehicle when the explosion occurred. The deceased was identified as a lieutenant colonel. He died at the scene, while his injured wife was taken to a hospital for treatment. Russia’s Investigative Committee said a criminal investigation has been launched into the incident. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the explosion and identify those responsible. Russia has previously accused Ukraine of ca
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BCAug 27, 2026

Prince George RCMP Seize Cash, Drugs and Firearms in Drug Investigation

Prince George RCMP officers have seized a large quantity of suspected illicit drugs, cash, firearms and ammunition during a drug investigation at a local residence. The investigation began on August 24, 2026, at a home in the 6200-block of Monterey Road. Police searched the residence and seized approximately $29,000 in cash, along with more than 100 grams of two unidentified substances believed to be illicit drugs. Officers also recovered two firearms, ammunition and drug-trafficking paraphernalia during the investigation. The only person inside the residence at the time was arrested and later
CanadaAug 27, 2026

Canada-India Ties Strengthen as Ministers Signal Progress on Bilateral Trade Deal

Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met in Toronto on Thursday, with both sides emphasizing the need to strengthen economic and trade relations between the two countries. Speaking at a news conference in the presence of Sitharaman, Champagne said Canada and India have complementary strengths and can benefit from deeper cooperation. He said Canada can contribute to India’s energy and food security, while India has the ability to provide Canada with talent and technology on a large scale. Sitharaman, meanwhile, signalled that th