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BCOct 26, 2026

25-Year-Old Jasdeep Singh Hayre Missing in Surrey, Police Seek Public’s Help

Surrey Police are seeking public assistance in locating 25-year-old Jasdeep Singh Hayre, who was reported missing after last being seen on October 21 in the 17000-block of 26 Avenue in Surrey. Police say there has been no contact with Hayre or any information about his whereabouts since that day. His family and police are concerned about his well-being. Hayre has a distinctive tattoo of a lion and an arrow on his left arm. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact the Surrey Police Service at 604-599-0502.
BCOct 26, 2026

B.C. Conservatives Sweep All 10 Surrey Ridings

The B.C. Conservative Party has swept all 10 ridings in the Surrey area, securing a major victory in the provincial election. One of the most closely watched contests was Surrey City Centre, where Conservative candidate Zeeshan Wahla defeated B.C. NDP candidate Amna Shah by approximately 400 votes in a tight race. Meanwhile, Garry Thind won two elections within a week, becoming both a Surrey school trustee and the MLA for Surrey-Guildford. However, under provincial law, he will have to resign from his school trustee position. In Surrey South, Centre BC leader Elenore Sturko suffered a defeat,
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AlbertaOct 26, 2026

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to Skip First Nations–First Ministers Meeting

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will not attend the First Nations–First Ministers meeting being held in Ottawa today. Speaking at a separate news conference on Saturday, Smith said her government would send representatives to the meeting in her place. The meeting comes as Prime Minister Mark Carney works to fast-track approvals and development of major projects across Canada, including a proposed pipeline from Alberta to the British Columbia coast. Meanwhile, First Nations leaders have warned that rushing project approvals could interfere with their rights and potentially lead to legal challe
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BCOct 26, 2026

Conservatives Introduce Bill to Lift B.C. North Coast Oil Tanker Ban

Canada’s main opposition party has introduced a bill in the House of Commons to lift the oil tanker ban along British Columbia’s North Coast. The bill is set to enter its second reading this week. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and other opposition MPs have also written to Prime Minister Mark Carney, urging him to remove the ban. The Conservatives argue that the restriction forces Canada to sell its oil to the United States at lower prices, benefiting American refineries while costing Canada billions of dollars in potential revenue. According to the party, Canada could easily export
AlbertaOct 26, 2026

Alberta Referendum Vote Count Completed, Official Results to Be Released October 29

Elections Alberta has announced that the counting of votes for the Alberta referendum has been completed. According to Elections Alberta, election staff manually counted more than 20 million ballot papers during the referendum, marking the highest number of ballots ever counted by hand in any electoral contest in Canadian history. The department confirmed that the official results will be released on October 29. It also said the budget detailing the total cost of the referendum will be presented to the provincial legislature in late November. The referendum was held on October 19, with a major
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IndiaOct 26, 2026

Congress to Hold ‘Hisaab Mango’ Rally in Sangrur on November 4,Rahul Gandhi to Attend

The Congress will hold a massive ‘Hisaab Mango’ (Demand Accountability) rally in Sangrur on November 4, with party leader Rahul Gandhi expected to attend, ahead of the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections. The rally will mark the launch of the party’s campaign for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Party leaders K.C. Venugopal and Sachin Pilot shared the information on Monday. All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary K.C. Venugopal said he would hold meetings with senior Punjab Congress leaders, district presidents and other party leaders to discuss preparations for the Assem
CanadaOct 26, 2026

Obama Slams Trump Over Trade War With Canada, Warns Tariffs Will Raise Prices

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has sharply criticized Donald Trump over his trade war with Canada, calling it disappointing that America’s closest ally has been targeted. Speaking at a Democratic Party campaign rally in Detroit on Sunday, Obama said Trump’s tariffs were working against his own promises to lower prices for Americans. He highlighted the automotive sector, where manufacturers in both countries rely heavily on cross-border supplies of components, warning that Trump’s tariffs would drive up costs for American consumers. Obama also praised Canadians as some of the best peo
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BCOct 26, 2026

BC Conservatives Win Historic Majority, David Eby Resigns as NDP Leader

The BC Conservatives have secured a historic victory in the provincial election, winning 63 seats and achieving a clear majority for the first time in nearly 100 years. Following the victory, interim party leader Lorne Doerkson is set to become the province’s next premier. Meanwhile, David Eby has resigned as leader of the BC NDP, taking responsibility for his party’s defeat. Addressing his supporters, Eby said he was stepping down with a heavy heart and that it was time for new leadership within the party. In his victory speech, Doerkson praised Eby, acknowledging the sacrifices involved
CanadaOct 26, 2026

US Steps Up Trade Deal Efforts With Canada Ahead of Midterm Elections

Talks between Canada and the United States on a trade deal have reportedly gained momentum ahead of the US midterm elections in November. Sources say the White House has shown unprecedented interest in reaching an agreement over the past week, with potential progress on auto tariffs. However, a final deal is not guaranteed, given President Donald Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s previous positions. Speaking at a rally in Port Huron, Michigan, on Sunday, Trump signalled that a deal could be reached soon, accusing Canada of exploiting the United States for years while claiming Ott

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CanadaNov 06, 2026

Poilievre Accuses Carney Government of Misleading Canadians Over Immigration Targets

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Mark Carney over the federal government's new immigration plan, accusing the Liberals of manipulating figures to make it appear that immigration is under control. Poilievre alleged that the government is misleading Canadians, arguing that the new immigration targets remain among the highest in Canadian history. He said Carney is describing immigration levels as stable, but in reality, the government's mass immigration plan is protecting the profits of large corporations at the expense of Canadian families, inclu
CanadaNov 06, 2026

Canada Extends Foreign Homebuyer Ban to 2029, Allows Purchases of Newly Built Homes

The federal government, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has announced major changes to Canada's foreign homebuyer ban in Budget 2026. Under the new policy, foreign nationals will be allowed to purchase newly built homes, while the existing ban on buying previously constructed and resale residential properties will be extended until January 1, 2029. According to the government, the move aims to encourage foreign investment in new housing construction to increase Canada's housing supply, while protecting the existing housing market for local buyers. The Canadian Home Builders' Association has
BCNov 05, 2026

BC Election Final Count Begins Friday, Recounts Ordered in Two Ridings

Elections BC will begin the final count of last month’s provincial election on Friday. Although the BC Conservatives secured a majority government by winning 63 of the 93 seats, the margins between leading candidates remain fewer than 200 votes in four ridings. Nearly 150,000 mail-in ballots will be counted during the final counting process, with the final results expected to be announced by November 10. Elections BC has ordered recounts in two ridings where the margin between candidates is fewer than 100 votes. These include Burnaby South-Metrotown, where the NDP candidate is leading by jus
IndiaNov 05, 2026

High Court Directs Punjab Government to Submit LPU Violence Report to Centre Within 72 Hours

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Punjab government to submit its report to the Centre within 72 hours, a month after violent protests took place at Lovely Professional University (LPU). The Centre will now decide whether the National Investigation Agency (NIA) should investigate the offence registered by Punjab Police under the IT Act. The direction came after Punjab Police reportedly found material during its ongoing investigation indicating a possible link to cyberterrorism. Scheduling the next hearing for November 17, the court emphasized that, given the sensitivity of the
BCNov 05, 2026

Vancouver Rents End 34-Month Annual Decline, Rise 0.2% in October

The nearly three-year decline in apartment and condo rents in Vancouver has come to an end. According to the latest report by Rentals.ca and Urbanation, average asking rents in Vancouver increased by 0.2 per cent year-over-year in October, marking the first annual increase in 34 months. Rents reached an average of $2,735. Similarly, rents in Toronto, Canada's second-most expensive rental market, rose by 1.6 per cent to $2,590 after declining for 32 consecutive months. On a month-over-month basis, Toronto recorded the highest rental increase among Canada's six largest markets, with rents rising