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CanadaSep 01, 2022

Filomena Tassi, Helena Jaczek swap federal cabinet roles in minor shuffle

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has swapped two ministers within his cabinet in a mini-shuffle. Procurement Minister Filomena Tassi and Helena Jaczek, the economic development minister for southern Ontario, were sworn-in at a ceremony at Rideau Hall today. Tassi moves from the Procurement Department to become the minister responsible for Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, while Jaczek moves to the procurement portfolio. Sources told The Canadian Press the shuffle came at the request of Tassi, who they say asked Trudeau for a lighter workload because of a family health mat
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CanadaSep 01, 2022

Hockey Canada's leadership has lost the confidence of not only the federal government, but of Canadians too: PM Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling out Hockey Canada for a second time over its handling of sexual assault allegations involving players from two world junior teams. Trudeau says Hockey Canada's leadership has lost the confidence of not only the federal government, but of Canadians too. He says the longer it takes the governing body to realize that, the more difficulties it will face. Trudeau spoke to reporters today after Hockey Canada's board of directors released a statement earlier this week saying it supported president Scott Smith and his executive team despite calls for a change
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CanadaSep 01, 2022

Freeland attends events in Alberta as Mounties investigate harassment

Canada's deputy prime minister will be spending more time in Alberta, days after she was verbally assaulted in her home province. Chrystia Freeland is going to tour a transport facility on the outskirts of Calgary today. Freeland has said what happened was wrong and no one should have to put up with threats and intimidation. Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called on all politicians and leaders to unequivocally condemn that kind of ``cowardly bullying.''
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BCSep 01, 2022

One man deceased in Newton: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is currently on scene following an assault that has left one man deceased. On August 31, 2022 at 1:50 p.m., Surrey RCMP responded to 14100-block of 61 Avenue after a report of an altercation between two men. Upon police attendance, an adult male was located in medical distress. Despite all attempts by first responders to save the man’s life, he succumbed to his injuries on scene. A suspect was taken into custody by police. The area surrounding the scene will be cordoned off for a significant amount of time. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has been called and wil
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IndiaAug 31, 2022

Sonia Gandhi's mother passes away in Italy

Congress' interim president Sonia Gandhi's mother Paola Maino passed away at her home in Italy, the party General Secretary in charge of Communications Jairam Ramesh informed on Wednesday. Smt Sonia Gandhi's mother, Mrs. Paola Maino passed away at her home in Italy on Saturday the 27th August, 2022. The funeral took place yesterday," Jairam Ramesh tweeted. Sonia Gandhi and his son Rahul Gandhi including Priyanka Gandhi are in Italy. President Murmu condoles demise of Sonia Gandhi's mother. PM Modi also expresses grief over demise of Sonia Gandhi's mother.
WorldAug 31, 2022

Ukrainian troops found using Pakistan-made artillery: Report

In a development that may come as a surprise for many, the Ukrainian Army's growing need for ammunition amid the war with Russia is now being met with the help of Pakistan. Ukrainian artillerymen were spotted using 122mm HE artillery projectiles made by Pakistani Ordnance Factories (POF), according to a series of posts making rounds on Twitter. "Ukraine: The massive needs of the Ukrainian Army when it comes to artillery are being met from some unorthodox sources - Ukrainian artillerymen were spotted using 122mm HE artillery projectiles made by Pakistani Ordnance Factories (POF)," Ukraine Weap
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IndiaAug 31, 2022

Sukhbir Badal-led delegation meets Punjab Guv, demands CBI, ED probe into state Excise Policy

A delegation, including Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal, submitted a memorandum to Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit on Wednesday and demanded a CBI inquiry into state excise policy. The delegation alleged a scam in the policy. "There has been a scam in Punjab Excise Policy just like it happened in Delhi. Just like the Delhi LG has ordered an inquiry into the Excise Policy case, we demand a CBI inquiry along the same lines in Punjab," said Badal. "For the first time, profit in album license has been increased from 5 to 10. So, we have demanded a CBI inquiry," he added. "Sub
AlbertaAug 31, 2022

Alberta's surplus is likely to be $13.2 billion in 2022-23 : Kenney

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says the province is on track for a $13.2-billion surplus in this budget year. That is above the $511-million surplus forecast when the provincial budget was introduced in February. The province is riding another wave of financial prosperity due to high oil and gas prices, along with higher royalty payouts from maturing oilsands projects. Kenney, currently on a government trip in South Korea, made the announcement in a video posted to Twitter.
AlbertaAug 31, 2022

Danielle Smith faces renewed attacks in final Alberta UCP leadership debate

Danielle Smith was facing renewed attacks Tuesday during the final debate in the campaign to replace Jason Kenney as Alberta's UCP leader and premier. Smith was criticized for her proposed Alberta sovereignty act and for leading a mass floor crossing to the Progressive Conservatives in late 2014. Smith was also attacked by multiple candidates for her policy plan to pass a bill giving the province the right to ignore federal laws and court rulings deemed harmful to its interests. Critics, including legal scholars, say such a bill is not only illegal but will create a constitutional crisis.

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CanadaOct 02, 2026

G7 Allies to Release 100 Million Barrels of Oil to Curb Rising Prices

Canada and its G7 allies have agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to help ease surging global oil prices. A significant portion of the supply will be diesel, as prices for the fuel have reached record levels in Canada, the U.S. and other countries. Canada’s average diesel price stood at around $2.63 per litre on Thursday, while prices in major cities such as Vancouver were close to $2.71 per litre. The higher costs have placed additional financial pressure on truck drivers and farmers. Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Jap
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BCOct 02, 2026

Abbotsford Police Arrest 48-Year-Old Suspect in Two Rural Home Break-Ins

Abbotsford Police have arrested 48-year-old Brian Barker in connection with two residential break-ins in a rural area. Police say the first incident occurred on September 3, 2026, in the Bradner Road area, when an unknown person entered a home while the family was inside and stole several valuables. Eleven days later, on September 14, another home on Montesina Avenue, about two kilometres away, was targeted. After identifying similarities between the two incidents, officers executed a search warrant at a home on Fraser Highway in Aldergrove and arrested Barker. Sgt. Hanninen said the suspect h
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AlbertaOct 02, 2026

Credit Card Fraud and Money Laundering: Arrest Warrants Issued for Two Suspects

Police in Alberta have issued arrest warrants for two suspects wanted in connection with a credit card fraud and money laundering investigation spanning three cities, including Calgary. The investigation began in March last year after a Fort McMurray resident’s bank account was compromised, resulting in approximately $120,000 in fraudulent transactions. Victims in Calgary and St. Albert were also identified during the investigation. Based on an investigation by the Wood Buffalo RCMP’s Financial Crimes Unit, arrest warrants have been issued for 22-year-old Calgary resident Divianshu and 63-
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BCOct 02, 2026

Five Arrested in B.C. Extortion Investigation, One Held at Toronto Airport

Five young men have been arrested in a joint police operation in connection with an extortion investigation in British Columbia. Four foreign nationals were arrested in Surrey, while the fifth suspect was taken into custody at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Langley RCMP Supt. Harm Dosange and B.C. Extortion Task Force Chief Supt. Duncan Pound announced the arrests at a news conference on Friday. Police said all five suspects were arrested on Thursday and have been charged with extortion-related offences. According to Supt. Dosange, the investigation began in June 2025 after threats wer
BCOct 02, 2026

Chinese Steel to Be Used Again in $33B LNG Canada Phase 2 Project

Chinese steel will once again be used in the $33-billion LNG Canada Phase 2 project in Kitimat, British Columbia. The joint venture will purchase components from China Offshore Oil Engineering Co., a Chinese state-owned company that also built two liquefied natural gas processing units during the project’s first phase. The decision comes despite the Canadian government’s earlier commitment to prioritize locally produced steel under its Buy Canadian policy. The government now says private-sector companies have the right to make their own supply-chain decisions. LNG Canada spokesperson Paul