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BCOct 01, 2021

Royal Canadian Navy encouraging public to see HMCS Harry DeWolf in Vancouver

The Royal Canadian Navy is showing off its newest Arctic and offshore patrol ship today. HMCS Harry DeWolf is set to pull alongside the Burrard drydock pier in Vancouver at about 10 this morning. The navy is encouraging the public to stop by to see the first vessel of its class as it remains berthed there until Sunday when it leaves for Esquimalt. The DeWolf is nearly halfway through its maiden operational deployment, which included crossing through the Northwest Passage. Royal Canadian Navy on Twitter: A beautiful sight Smiling face with heart-shaped eyes After travelling 10,050 nautical mil
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BCOct 01, 2021

Looking for romance online could cost you more than just a heartache

Surrey RCMP is cautioning the public after victims lose more than a million dollars to romance scams this year. Surrey RCMP received reports from 29 people who have been the victim of online romance scams between January and August 2021, with a total of $1,362,269.00 lost. During the same period, 213 victims lost $22,463,510.00 throughout the Lower Mainland.A romance scam involves any individual who uses false romantic intentions toward a victim in order to gain their trust and affection for the purpose of obtaining the victim’s money. Many romance scams begin via social media or online dati
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CanadaOct 01, 2021

PM accused of "callousness" for heading to Tofino during reconciliation events

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing continued backlash over his decision to fly to British Columbia to spend time with his family on the first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The Native Women's Association of Canada says it is shocked that Trudeau, in its words, ``ducked out entirely'' from a national day set aside to reflect on the legacy of residential schools. The Prime Minister's Office says he spent several hours on the phone talking to residential school survivors. He also participated in a ceremony on Parliament Hill on Wednesday night.
WorldOct 01, 2021

Merck says experimental pill cuts worst effects of COVID-19

Drugmaker Merck says its experimental COVID-19 pill reduced hospitalizations and deaths by half in people recently infected with the coronavirus.It said Friday that it would soon ask health officials in the U.S. and around the world to authorize the drug's use.If cleared, the drug would be the first pill shown to treat COVID-19.That could be a major step forward in global efforts to control the pandemic. All COVID-19 therapies now authorized in the U.S. require an IV or injection. A pill that could be taken at home could keep many patients out of the hospital. The results have not been peer re
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IndiaOct 01, 2021

Reports of Tata winning bid of Air India disinvestment are 'incorrect': Govt

Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) secretary on Friday termed media reports indicating approval of financial bids by the Central government in the Air India disinvestment as 'incorrect'.The DIPAM secretary also stated that the media will be informed of the government's decision as and when it is taken."Media reports indicating approval of financial bids by Government of India in the AI disinvestment case are incorrect. Media will be informed of the Government decision as and when it is taken," the DIPAM secretary tweeted.The share purchase agreement (SPA) has been giv
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IndiaOct 01, 2021

Tata Sons wins bid for Air India: Sources

Tata Sons has won the final bid for acquiring national carrier Air India, according to government sources.According to the sources, Central government's Group of Ministers (GoM) led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah headed by Home Minister Amit Shah has approved the winning bid for the national airline.Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia are also members of the committee.The share purchase agreement (SPA) was given to the bidders in the meeting recently and the process will start after a formal announcement is made
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IndiaOct 01, 2021

IAF Chief VR Chaudhari lays wreath at National War Memorial

A day after taking charge as the as the Chief of Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari on October 01 laid a wreath at the National War Memorial.He also signed the visitors' book. Chaudhari has succeeded Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria who retired on September 30.
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IndiaOct 01, 2021

Punjab CM Channi to meet PM Modi today in Delhi

Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday in the national capital.Channi had departed from Chandigarh for Delhi today.According to Chief Minister's Office (CMO), the CM will take up the farmers' issues including the repeal of farm laws and postponement of the paddy procurement date. "Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi will call on PM Narendra Modi in Delhi today. The CM will take up the farmers' issues including the repeal of farm laws and postponement of the paddy procurement date. Reopening of Kartarpur Corridor also on agenda," informed the
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BCSep 30, 2021

'Reconciliation demands honesty and transparency,' says chief of B.C. First Nation

The chief of Tk'emlups te Secwepemc First Nation says true reconciliation requires truth and she'd like more of that from the federal government and Catholic Church. Chief Rosanne Casimir says they want the promised records as they work to identify the remains of what are believed to be more than 200 children found in unmarked graves around the former residential school in Kamloops. Casimir says the nation has had enough apologies, now it needs the information that the government and Catholic Church have agreed to provide. The chief says the ground-penetrating radar that found the remains was

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Leaders Condemn Nanaksar Gurdwara Attack, Call for Action Against Anti-Sikh Hate

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BCAug 21, 2026

Poilievre Warns Accepting U.S. Tariffs Could Devastate Canada’s Industrial Sector

Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre has lashed out at the Liberal government during ongoing Canada-U.S. trade talks in Washington, warning that accepting unilateral U.S. tariffs could devastate Canada’s industrial sector. Speaking to reporters in Kitchener, Ontario, Poilievre strongly criticized the proposed 25 per cent U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum. He said that if Canada accepts such discriminatory terms, major Canadian businesses and factories could leave the country, causing long-term damage to the Canadian economy. Taking aim at Prime Minister Mark Carney, Poilievre said Car
AlbertaAug 21, 2026

Edmonton Nanaksar Gurdwara Stabbing Leaves Two Injured, Suspect Arrested

A stabbing incident at Nanaksar Gurdwara Sahib in Edmonton early Friday morning left two people injured. Police have arrested a suspect at the scene. According to police, the incident occurred at around 5:08 a.m. at the gurdwara located near 14 Street and Horsehills Road. The two injured individuals were treated at the scene, and their injuries were considered non-life-threatening. Police are questioning the arrested suspect, while officers continue their investigation in and around the gurdwara to ensure the safety of the congregation. Meanwhile, the World Sikh Organization of Canada said in
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CanadaAug 21, 2026

42-Year-Old Man Charged in Immigration Fraud Case, Arrest Warrant Issued

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has laid five charges against 42-year-old Abul Qasim for allegedly helping people enter Canada illegally and committing immigration fraud. An arrest warrant has also been issued for him. According to the CBSA, Qasim previously lived in Montreal but left Canada in June 2025 and is believed to be currently outside the country. The arrest warrant was issued after he failed to appear in response to a summons issued by a Montreal court. The CBSA began investigating the alleged scheme in 2024 after receiving confidential information from Immigration, Refugees