CanadaMay 04, 2026
Federal government announces $1.5B tariff relief after U.S. expands trade measures
The federal government says it will roll out $1.5 billion in tariff relief following recent changes by the United States that broadened the scope of its tariff measures last month.
According to a federal announcement, the package includes a new $1 billion program through the Business Development Bank of Canada aimed at supporting the manufacturing sector. The government says the program is intended to help businesses manage cost pressures and maintain operations amid shifting trade conditions.
The plan also includes a $500 million top-up to the regional tariff response fund, which provides tar
FeaturedMay 04, 2026
Alberta separatist group to submit petition for referendum on leaving Confederation
A group advocating for Alberta’s separation from Canada is expected to submit petition signatures today to trigger a potential referendum on the issue.
Mitch Sylvestre, who leads Stay Free Alberta, said the organization plans to deliver thousands of signed petition sheets to Elections Alberta’s head office in Edmonton. According to Sylvestre, the group had already surpassed the required threshold of about 178,000 signatures more than a month ago, after beginning its campaign in January.
Under provincial rules, Elections Alberta must verify the signatures before any referendum question can
WorldMay 04, 2026
Shooting at Oklahoma lake gathering sends at least 10 to hospital, police say
At least 10 people were taken to hospital after a shooting at a lakeside gathering near Oklahoma City on Sunday night, according to police.
Edmond Police spokesperson Emily Ward said officers received multiple reports of gunfire around 9 p.m. near Arcadia Lake, where a group of young people had gathered. According to Ward, emergency crews transported 10 victims to hospital, while additional individuals may have sought medical care on their own.
Ward said the victims were in “various conditions,” but did not provide further details on the severity of injuries. Police have not released infor
CanadaMay 04, 2026
CSIS report flags India, China among countries linked to foreign interference in Canada
Canada’s intelligence agency says several foreign states, including India and China, continue to be active in interference and espionage efforts targeting Canada, according to its latest annual report.
The 2025 report from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) names India, China, Pakistan, Iran and Russia as countries engaged in activities such as foreign interference, intelligence gathering and influence operations. The findings are based on CSIS assessments of threats to national security.
According to the report, Chinese intelligence services have adapted their methods, includ
AlbertaMay 01, 2026
Man charged with first-degree murder after two children found dead in Calgary vehicle
A 37-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder after the bodies of two children were found inside a vehicle in Calgary, according to court records.
Police have said the victims were under the age of 10. Their identities are protected under a publication ban.
According to police, the man was arrested outside the vehicle on Thursday. Court documents indicate the children were killed on or about Wednesday, though the circumstances surrounding their deaths have not been detailed publicly.
The accused appeared in court Friday morning. A bail hearing is scheduled for next week. The ch
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