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CanadaNov 16, 2023

Trade talks won't resume until India co-operates in Nijjar case investigation: Mary Ng

Trade Minister Mary Ng says that Canada will not resume trade talks with India until Narendra Modi's government does not cooperate in the investigation of the case of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was murdered in Surrey.Mary Ng made the comments while speaking to reporters in San Francisco, where she has joined PM Trudeau for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit.It is worth noting that Canada stopped trade talks with India in September after the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Nijjar was shot dead outside Gurdwara Sahib in Surrey on June 18.P. M. Trudeau also raised the issue in private dur
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CanadaNov 16, 2023

No Canadians on updated exit list for the Rafah border crossing

There are no Canadians mentioned in an updated list of foreign nationals who are being allowed to leave the Gaza Strip today.The General Authority for Crossings and Borders published the latest document on its Facebook page early this morning.Global Affairs Canada said Wednesday that a total of 367 Canadian citizens, permanent residents and family members have been able to get out, including nine people who left without the Canadian government's help.Two more people were able to travel to Egypt via the Rafah border crossing on Wednesday, and 10 made the trip on Monday.The Canadian government s
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BCNov 15, 2023

Trudeau surrounded by pro-Palestinian protesters at Vancouver restaurant

Vancouver police say 100 officers were sent to a restaurant where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was dining last night, after it was surrounded by protesters chanting for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.Police say one man was arrested for assaulting an officer, and another for obstruction, while social media videos showed protesters waving Palestinian flags, shouting slogans and jeering Trudeau outside the restaurant in Vancouver's Chinatown.Sgt. Steve Addison says the officers were sent to control the crowd so Trudeau could leave the restaurant just before 10 p.m.Addison says a 27-year-old
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BCNov 15, 2023

Historic wreckage of plane discovered near Kamloops: Transportation Safety Board

The wreckage of a plane that authorities believe is decades old has been found south of Kamloops, B.C.The Transportation Safety Board says in a statement that it was made aware of the wreck and investigators have been in contact with Kamloops RCMP.It says it hasn't identified which aircraft was involved in the crash.A notice on the Civil Aviation Daily Occurrence Reporting System says a hunter reached out to the Kamloops flight information centre after finding the downed aircraft.The notice says RCMP responded and verified the wreckage was at least 20 to 25 years old.It says there was no regis
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CanadaNov 15, 2023

According to Canadian Real Estate Association, house sales decreasing in Canada

Monthly home sales in Canada fell last month.According to a report released by the Canadian Real Estate Association on Wednesday, 33,921 homes were sold in October this year, which is a slight increase of 0.9 percent over the same month last year, but if we look at month-to-month, home sales are down by 5.6 percent.During the period there was a slowdown in major markets.Meanwhile, the national average home price has increased by 1.8 percent to $656,625 compared to a year ago.Larry Cerqua, president of the association, said it appears that many potential buyers have changed plans.The decline in
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CanadaNov 15, 2023

Trudeau government must work to lower grocery prices: NDP

The NDP has called on the government to immediately work on a plan to lower grocery prices after Loblaw's and Metro's huge profits in the third quarter.NDP Deputy Leader Alexander Bouleris said in a statement that Loblaw's parent company's $18 billion in quarterly revenue is no small feat at a time when people are struggling with rising prices.He said that it is clear that some big grocers are taking advantage by raising prices on the pretext of inflation.Alexander said Canadians no longer had the courage to tolerate more.More families than ever are being forced to turn to food banks, when it
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CanadaNov 15, 2023

Leger survey suggests widespread dissatisfaction with Trudeau government

Almost two in three Canadians have a negative impression of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and half want him to resign before the next election, a new survey suggests.While affordability, housing and public debt are higher on the reasons people want Trudeau to go, one in five people surveyed said they want him to resign simply because they are "just tired of him."The Leger poll for The Canadian Press suggests widespread dissatisfaction with the Liberal government on everything from housing affordability and inflation to health care, government spending and climate change.It was taken online in
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WorldNov 15, 2023

Qatar proposes Israel/Hamas to release hostages in exchange for ceasefire

Qatar mediators have presented a new proposal to Israel and Hamas in which some of the hostages can be released in exchange for an end to the war.Hamas is said to be holding 240 people it took hostage after the October 7 attack on Israel and are currently in Gaza.According to reports, under the proposal that Qatar officials are trying to convince Israel and Hamas, Hamas has set the condition of stopping the war for three days and in return has agreed to release 50 hostages.Officials said Hamas is close to agreeing to the deal, but Israel has not yet agreed and negotiations are ongoing.It is wo
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CanadaNov 15, 2023

New subvariant of Covid-19 growing in Canada

A new subvariant of Covid-19, HV.1, is spreading rapidly in Canada.According to health experts, it is yet to be seen whether it is more contagious than previous variants.According to Health Canada, HV.1 is a subvariant of Omicron that is one of the fastest growing lineage groups in the country.There was a 2.1% increase in reported cases through August to 34.4% as of October 29, Health Canada said on its website.It also surpassed other variants like XBB 1.16 which were more dominant in late spring and summer.Infectious diseases expert Dr. According to Isaac Bogoch, it currently exists here.He s

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CanadaMay 28, 2026

U.S., Canada and Mexico announce joint Ebola travel measures ahead of FIFA World Cup

The United States, Canada and Mexico have announced coordinated travel health measures for visitors arriving from high-risk African regions ahead of the FIFA World Cup, citing growing concerns over the spread of Ebola. In a joint statement, the three host countries said protecting the health and safety of residents and international visitors during the North American tournament remains a top priority. The measures follow a recent World Health Organization declaration warning that an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could spread to neighbouring countries. According to the Worl
BCMay 28, 2026

Conservative MP introduces bill to repeal B.C. oil tanker ban

Conservative MP David MacKenzie, who represents Calgary Signal Hill, has introduced a private member’s bill in the House of Commons seeking to repeal the federal oil tanker ban along British Columbia’s northern coast. Bill C-264 is currently at second reading. The federal restriction, which came into force in 2019, prohibits oil tankers carrying large quantities of crude oil and certain petroleum products from loading or unloading along much of B.C.’s northern coastline. The legislation was introduced as part of federal marine and environmental protection measures. Speaking in the House
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AlbertaMay 28, 2026

UCP backs Alberta remaining in Canada after public split over separation stance

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the United Conservative Party supports Alberta remaining in Canada following conflicting public statements from party leadership ahead of a proposed fall referendum on separation. The clarification came after UCP president Rob Smith said earlier this week the party would not take a position on Alberta separation before the vote. Danielle Smith has repeatedly stated she supports Alberta staying within Confederation. In a new statement issued Wednesday, the party said it supports Alberta remaining in Canada and “has always supported that position.” The dis
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IndiaMay 28, 2026

Kewal Singh Dhillon appointed new Punjab BJP president

The Bharatiya Janata Party has appointed former Barnala MLA Kewal Singh Dhillon as the new president of its Punjab unit, according to a letter issued by BJP national general secretary Arun Singh. The appointment was approved with the consent of the party’s national leadership and takes effect immediately, the letter said. Dhillon, who was previously associated with former Punjab chief minister Capt. Amarinder Singh, has remained active in Punjab politics for several years. The leadership change comes as the BJP continues efforts to strengthen its organizational presence in Punjab ahead of fu
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BCMay 28, 2026

Daytime knife-point robbery at Surrey jewelry store under investigation

Surrey Police Service is investigating a daytime robbery at a jewelry store located in the Payal Business Centre in Surrey. Police say the suspect fled after stealing jewelry during the incident, which took place in the middle of the day. According to SPS media relations officer Staff Sgt. Ali Gales, officers were called to the area near 128 Street and 81 Avenue at approximately 11:30 a.m. Wednesday following reports of a robbery at the business. Police said the suspect allegedly stole several pieces of jewelry from the store before fleeing the scene. Reports indicate jewelry being worn by the