Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

21 Feb

Canada Seeks Court Order to Keep Classified Information Confidential in Nijjar Case

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government has applied to the Federal Court for permission to withhold certain classified materials in proceedings connected to the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, citing concerns over national security and diplomatic sensitivities. According to filings reported by Global News, lawyers for the federal Attorney General invoked Section 38 of the Canada Evidence Act to prevent the disclosure of information they argue could be harmful to international relations or security interests if made public during the trial. The application indicates that, over the past two years, federal authorities received multiple notices flagging material deemed potentially sensitive…

21 Feb

Alberta Surpasses 6,100 Kilometres in Caribou Habitat Restoration Since 2019

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta says it has restored more than 6,100 kilometres of legacy seismic lines across caribou ranges since 2019, marking a sharp increase in habitat recovery efforts compared to previous years. According to the province, just 87 kilometres were rehabilitated between 2015 and 2019. The acceleration follows the launch of Alberta’s Caribou Habitat Recovery Program, which coordinates large-scale restoration projects aimed at supporting the long-term survival of the species while maintaining economic activity. Environment and Protected Areas Minister Grant Hunter said the province is pairing conservation with economic growth. He credited partnerships with Indigenous communities and industry for…

21 Feb

Super-heavy loads affect travel in Edmonton region

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Drivers may experience delays as large, slow-moving vessels move from Edmonton to Fort McMurray on Feb. 22, and from Edmonton to Fort Saskatchewan on Feb. 24. Due to their large size and weight, the first load will travel at a maximum speed of 50 km/h, and the second at 40 km/h. The loads will move with guide vehicles, below posted speed limits, using the entire width of the highway, including the shoulder. Route Edmonton to Fort McMurray De-methanizer pressure vessel used in natural gas processing. The first load will leave Thermo Design Engineering in south Edmonton using…

21 Feb

Alberta Government Advances Expedited Viability Review for Town of Gibbons

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s Minister of Municipal Affairs, Dan Williams, says the province is moving ahead with an expedited viability review for the Town of Gibbons as local officials grapple with mounting financial pressures. In a statement issued following meetings with Gibbons’ mayor and council, Williams said the province has already implemented several measures to stabilize the municipality while the review is underway. These include appointing an official administrator to provide oversight and guidance, temporarily extending the town’s debt limit, and approving a $500,000 grant through the Alberta Community Partnership program. Williams described the viability review as a structured process…

21 Feb

Trump Imposes 10% Global Tariffs Following Supreme Court Ruling

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Washington D.C ( Bureau).: Immediately after a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court limiting his authority over trade, Donald Trump announced a new executive order imposing 10% tariffs on imported goods from around the world. The tariff, enacted under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, is set to take effect in three days. Officials confirmed that, under current law, the measure can remain in place for 150 days unless extended by U.S. Congress. This move comes after the Supreme Court ruled last year that Trump had exceeded his trade authority when imposing broad tariffs without congressional approval. The…

21 Feb

Alberta Tourism Records Historic $15.2 Billion in Visitor Spending for 2025

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s tourism sector achieved a new benchmark in 2025, with visitor expenditures totaling $15.2 billion, setting a historic record for the province. The figures reflect robust domestic and international travel demand, surpassing pre-pandemic levels and highlighting Alberta’s growing appeal as a travel destination. The surge in spending is driven by a combination of Alberta’s renowned natural attractions, including Banff and Jasper National Parks, major urban centers such as Calgary and Edmonton, and a calendar of cultural and recreational events. The increase also reflects rising travel confidence following the easing of global pandemic-related restrictions. Government officials emphasized…

20 Feb

Canada Top Court to Examine Limits on Challenging Rail Service Rulings

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court of Canada has agreed to hear a case that could redefine how railway companies contest regulatory findings related to service obligations. At the centre of the dispute is a November 2023 decision by the Canadian Transportation Agency, which determined that Canadian National Railway Co. (CN) failed to meet its statutory service responsibilities to Alberta Pacific Forest Industries Inc., a major forestry producer. The agency, a quasi-judicial body operating under the Canadian Transportation Act, has the authority to adjudicate complaints involving federally regulated transportation providers. Under that law, parties may appeal agency decisions to the…

20 Feb

U.S. Supreme Court Voids Trump’s Emergency Tariffs on Canada and Dozens of Nations

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): In a landmark ruling with major implications for global commerce, the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday struck down a series of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump, concluding that he exceeded his authority by invoking emergency powers to levy duties on Canada, Mexico and numerous other countries. In a majority opinion authored by Chief Justice John Roberts, the court held that the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant the president unilateral authority to impose sweeping tariffs. The judgment affirms earlier lower court decisions that found the measures unlawful. The tariffs were introduced…

20 Feb

Mother’s Testimony Highlights Paranoia and Cryptic Messages in Winnipeg Mass Shooting Trial

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Winnipeg (Rajeev Sharma): The trial of Jamie Felix, accused of a 2023 mass shooting in Winnipeg’s West Broadway neighborhood, heard emotional testimony from the defendant's mother regarding his deteriorating mental state and troubling communications. Mary Felix told the Court of King’s Bench on Thursday that she contacted authorities herself after hearing rumors of her son’s involvement in the violence at a local rooming house. Driven by what she described as a mix of concern and intuition, she provided police with screenshots of Facebook messages exchanged with her son in the immediate aftermath of the killings, which claimed five lives. During…

20 Feb

TRCA Warns GTA Residents of Rising Water Levels Amid Rain and Melting Snow

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is urging residents across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to exercise caution near rivers, streams and other bodies of water as melting snow and rainfall are expected to create hazardous conditions on Friday. In a Watershed Conditions Statement, the agency said widespread flooding is not anticipated in TRCA watersheds. However, the combination of rainfall, warmer temperatures and snowmelt could cause water levels to rise and flows to accelerate. “Due to the total rainfall expected combined with warmer temperatures and melting snow, all rivers may rise and flow faster than usual,”…