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CanadaSep 01, 2026

Commercial Plaza Targeted in North Etobicoke Shooting, No Injuries Reported

A commercial building in Toronto’s North Etobicoke area was targeted in a shooting early Tuesday morning, police said. The incident occurred at around 4:20 a.m. in a commercial plaza near Humber College Boulevard and Highway 27. Patrol officers in the area reportedly heard gunshots and immediately began investigating. Officers found evidence of gunfire at the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the shooting. According to police, the suspects fled the area immediately after the shooting in a black vehicle. Toronto police have not released a description of the suspects at this tim
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CanadaSep 01, 2026

Canada Deploys 10 Officials to Nepal to Support Canadians Affected by Devastating Floods

The Canadian government has deployed a team of 10 officials to Kathmandu to provide assistance to Canadians affected by the devastating floods in Nepal. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand confirmed the deployment in a statement shared on social media. According to Minister Anand, the team includes a senior RCMP officer and is working closely with local police, hospitals, trekking companies and international partners to locate missing Canadians and support affected families. The federal government has also announced $5 million in emergency humanitarian assistance for Nepal as the country cont
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CanadaSep 01, 2026

Liberal Government Hit by Resignations as Six Federal By-Elections Loom Across Canada

Canada’s governing Liberal Party is facing a series of upcoming federal by-elections after several MPs announced their resignations. Prominent Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault has officially resigned from his Montreal riding of Laurier–Sainte-Marie, according to the House of Commons website. Guilbeault, a former environmental activist, left the government following policy disagreements with the Liberal leadership, particularly Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to eliminate the consumer carbon tax and support the construction of an oil pipeline to Alberta. Meanwhile, Saskatchewan Conserva
CanadaSep 01, 2026

Canada Appoints Indo-Canadian Investment Expert Gurinder Grewal as Invest in Canada CEO

The Canadian government has announced a major leadership change at Invest in Canada, the federal agency responsible for attracting foreign direct investment, as the country looks to bring in $1 trillion in total investment over the next five years. Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Indo-Canadian investment expert Gurinder Grewal as the new Chief Executive Officer of Invest in Canada. Grewal will serve a five-year, full-time term. At the same time, former Canadian ambassador to China Dominic Barton has been appointed Chair of the agency’s Board of Directors for a three-year, part-time
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CanadaSep 01, 2026

Liberals win three federal byelections, strengthen majority government

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party won all three federal byelections held Monday, increasing its strength in the House of Commons and securing a majority government. The most notable result came in Quebec’s Chicoutimi–Le Fjord riding, where Liberal candidate won the seat from the Conservatives. The Liberals also retained the Ontario riding of Beaches–East York and British Columbia’s North Vancouver–Capilano. The three victories bring the Liberals’ total to 173 seats in the House of Commons, according to the results provided. That is one seat above the number required to h
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CanadaAug 31, 2026

Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25%, Rate Hikes Possible in 2027

The Bank of Canada is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25% at its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, marking a seventh consecutive rate hold. The central bank has maintained the rate at 2.25% since October 2025. Financial markets and economists expect the Bank of Canada to continue with a cautious, wait-and-see approach for now as it closely monitors inflation, economic growth and uncertainty surrounding the Canada-U.S. trade relationship. However, discussions are growing about the possibility of interest rate increases next year as the ongoing trade war could put addit
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CanadaAug 31, 2026

Trump Warns Canada Over Venezuela Oil Deal, Signals U.S. May No Longer Need Canadian Crude

U.S. President Donald Trump’s attacks against Canada continue, with his latest remarks focusing on a major oil deal involving Venezuela. Trump has described the agreement, involving Venezuela’s massive oil reserves, as a direct warning to Ottawa and suggested that the United States may not need Canadian crude oil in the future. Experts say the deal could create increased competition for Canadian crude in the U.S. market in the coming years. Both Canada and Venezuela are major producers of heavy crude, which is used by refineries designed to process heavier grades of oil. Trump recently sha
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CanadaAug 31, 2026

Former Punjabi Lawyer Arrested in $4.3M Mortgage Fraud Investigation

Peel Regional Police in Ontario have arrested a former Punjabi lawyer in connection with an alleged $4.3-million mortgage and cheque fraud investigation. The accused has been identified as 52-year-old Pawanjeet Singh Mann. According to police, Mann is alleged to have been involved in mortgage fraud-related activities since 2019. His licence to practise law was revoked by the Ontario Law Society Tribunal in July 2025. Between June and July of this year, Peel police received several complaints against Mann. An investigation was launched in August, during which investigators alleged that Mann was
CanadaAug 31, 2026

Sikh Man Targeted in Racist Attack in Toronto, Police Assign Investigation to Hate Crime Unit

A Sikh man was targeted in a suspected hate-motivated attack in Toronto, prompting police to assign the investigation to the Hate Crime Unit. The incident happened Saturday at around 7:30 p.m. in the waterfront area near Queens Quay and Lower Spadina Avenue. According to investigators, the victim was standing in the area when an unidentified man suddenly approached him without any apparent provocation. The suspect allegedly made racist remarks before pulling out a knife and attacking the victim in the leg. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment and is now reported to be out of danger.

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BCSep 08, 2026

Langley School District Bans E-Scooters and E-Bikes on School Grounds

British Columbia’s Langley School District has banned e-scooters and e-bikes across all elementary, middle and secondary schools, citing student safety concerns as the new academic year begins. The new rules come into effect immediately and follow growing concerns over e-scooter-related accidents and serious injuries involving children across the Lower Mainland. However, the district’s new policy allows e-pedal bikes at secondary schools. Students aged 14 and 15 can use light e-bikes, while those aged 16 and older can use standard e-bikes. Adults are also permitted to use e-pedal bikes at
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IndiaSep 08, 2026

Behbal Kalan Firing Case: Sukhbir Badal Summoned Again by SIT, Questioning Set for September 11

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has once again summoned Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal in connection with the Behbal Kalan firing case. Badal has been asked to appear before the SIT in Chandigarh on September 11 for questioning. Badal had previously appeared before the SIT on July 20. The latest summons comes as the investigation into the 2015 firing incident continues. The Behbal Kalan firing took place in October 2015, when police opened fire on protesters in Behbal Kalan, Faridkot district. The protesters were demonstrating against incidents of sacrilege involving th
CanadaSep 08, 2026

Canada and EU to Unite Against U.S.-China Global Dominance

Canada and the European Union are exploring a broad strategic alliance aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, defence, security and other key areas, as both sides seek to navigate growing competition between the United States and China. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to outline the initiative during her annual State of the Union address in Strasbourg on September 16. Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to attend the address and speak to European lawmakers the following day, highlighting Canada’s push for closer ties with Europe. The Carney governmen
BCSep 08, 2026

Surrey Police Board Begins Nationwide Search for New Chief Constable

The Surrey Police Board has officially launched a nationwide search for a new chief constable to lead the Surrey Police Service (SPS). The board has hired PFM Executive Search to manage the recruitment process and help identify a qualified candidate for the top position. The move comes nearly three months after former Chief Constable Norm Lipinski was dismissed in early June. His termination led to the resignation of two board directors, including the board’s then-chair, in protest. Since Lipinski’s departure, Deputy Chief Constable Todd Matsumoto has been serving as interim chief. The sel
CanadaSep 08, 2026

Canada and China Resume Military Talks After More Than Eight Years

Canadian and Chinese military officials have held their first defence coordination talks in more than eight years, with the meeting taking place privately in Ottawa. China’s Defence Ministry confirmed that the meeting was held on September 4, saying the talks were aimed at restoring military-level communication between the two countries. The ministry described the discussions as a clear dialogue intended to improve mutual understanding and build trust between the two militaries. Notably, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government did not issue any public statement about the meeting, while Bei