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05 Mar

Know All About Indian-Origin Woman Nancy Grewal Fatally Stabbed in Ontario; Police Probe Underway

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A 45-year-old woman of Punjabi origin, Nancy Grewal, has died after being stabbed at her residence in LaSalle, Ontario, Canadian authorities confirmed, launching a homicide investigation into the incident. Officers from the LaSalle Police Service responded to an emergency call at the house where Grewal was discovered suffering from multiple stab wounds. She was quickly transported by Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services to a nearby hospital. Despite medical efforts, she later succumbed to her injuries. Life and background Grewal had been active on social media and was known for sharing strong opinions on various political and social topics.…

05 Mar

Punjabi-Origin YouTuber Nancy Grewal Stabbed to Death in Canada, Raising Serious Questions About Safety and Online Hostility

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Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): The brutal killing of Nancy Grewal, a 45-year-old Punjabi-origin YouTuber and social media commentator, has sent shockwaves across the Punjabi diaspora after she was reportedly stabbed to death in Windsor. According to initial reports, emergency services responded to a stabbing incident at a residence where Grewal was found with critical injuries. Despite medical efforts, she later succumbed to her wounds. Police have launched a homicide investigation and are currently gathering evidence and speaking with witnesses to determine what led to the fatal attack. Nancy Grewal had built a noticeable presence on social media, where she frequently…

26 Feb

Hamilton Police Veteran Charged with Possession and Transmission of Child Sexual Exploitation Material

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HAMILTON, ON (Rajeev Sharma) — A veteran officer with the Hamilton Police Service has been arrested and charged with multiple offences involving the possession and transmission of child sexual abuse and exploitation material. Constable Dave Hamilton, 43, a 19-year veteran of the force, was taken into custody on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, following an investigation by the Halton Regional Police Service. The charges relate to alleged offences that occurred in Burlington between January 3 and January 4 of this year. In an immediate administrative response, the Hamilton Police Service confirmed that Constable Hamilton has been suspended without pay. This action…

26 Feb

Charges Dropped Against Ontario Man Who Confronted Armed Intruder in Lindsay Apartment

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LINDSAY, ON (Rajeev Sharma) — The Crown has officially withdrawn all charges against an Ontario man who was accused of assaulting an intruder inside his residence last summer. Jeremy David McDonald, a resident of Lindsay, had been facing counts of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon following a high-profile incident on August 18, 2025. The case, which drew intense public scrutiny and comments from provincial leadership, concluded in a Lindsay courtroom on Thursday morning, February 26, 2026, after prosecutors determined there was no longer a reasonable prospect of conviction. The incident began in the middle of the night when…

22 Feb

Nestlé Enters Advanced Talks to Sell Remaining Ice Cream Business to Froneri

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London, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): In a strategic shift to simplify its global portfolio, Nestlé has announced it is in advanced negotiations to sell the remainder of its ice cream business to Froneri, its long-standing joint venture partner. The deal, which includes operations in Canada, Asia, and parts of Latin America, marks a definitive move by the Swiss food giant to exit the direct management of a category it now deems a "distraction." The potential sale specifically impacts the Canadian market, including the significant production facility in London, Ontario. Employing over 750 people, the London plant on Wilton Grove Road has…

21 Feb

Ontario and Western Provinces Fast-Track Early Alcohol Sales for Olympic Gold Medal Final

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): In a rare move to accommodate sports fans across the country, the Ontario government has announced that bars and restaurants may begin serving alcohol as early as 6:00 a.m. ET this Sunday. The temporary policy shift, announced by Premier Doug Ford, comes just in time for the Canadian men’s hockey team’s gold medal showdown against the United States at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. The decision followed a dramatic 3-2 semifinal victory over Finland, secured by a late-game goal from star forward Nathan MacKinnon. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) clarified that this provincial edict applies…

19 Feb

Security Alert: Innisfil Mayor’s Email Compromised in Sophisticated Phishing Attack

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INNISFIL, ON (Rajeev Sharma) – The Town of Innisfil has issued an urgent warning to residents after Mayor Lynn Dollin’s municipal email account was breached by a malicious phishing scam earlier this week. Officials are advising the public to immediately delete any suspicious emails purportedly from the Mayor that request financial assistance or personal information. The breach occurred on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, after the Mayor opened a link from an email that appeared to be from a "trusted external organization." Once clicked, the sophisticated malware automatically sent similar fraudulent messages to every individual in the Mayor’s extensive contact list.…

16 Feb

Flood Warnings Issued Across Southern Ontario as Snowmelt Raises Water Levels

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Several communities across southern Ontario are under flood advisories as rising temperatures trigger rapid snowmelt following weeks of subzero weather. The Grand River Conservation Authority has issued a flood warning through Thursday, covering areas including Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph and Brantford. Officials say melting snow, combined with possible rainfall, could cause rivers and streams to swell quickly. The authority also cautioned that weakening river ice may break apart and create ice jams — blockages that restrict water flow and increase the risk of localized flooding. Similarly, the Halton Conservation Authority warned that low-lying areas, natural floodplains and poorly…

15 Feb

Massive Toronto Rally Backs Iranian Protest Movement, Urges Ottawa to Act

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Toronto (Gaganjot): An estimated 350,000 people filled the streets of Toronto on Saturday in a sweeping show of solidarity with anti-government demonstrators in Iran, according to police. The march, centred in North York and stretching along Yonge Street, called on Canadian officials to formally recognize exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi as a figurehead for a democratic transition in Iran. Participants waved red, white and green flags bearing the historic lion emblem used before Iran’s 1979 revolution, chanting slogans and beating drums as they moved through the city. Organizers said the rally aimed not only to support those protesting in Iran…

15 Feb

India-Canada Partnership in AI Holds Immense Promise, Says University of Waterloo President

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Collaboration between India and Canada in the field of artificial intelligence could unlock significant benefits for both nations, according to the head of one of Canada’s premier science and technology institutions. Dr. Vivek Goel, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Waterloo, described the growing engagement between the two countries as a “remarkable opportunity,” highlighting how their respective strengths can complement each other in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Speaking ahead of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, where he is scheduled to participate alongside Canada’s AI Minister Evan Solomon, Goel emphasised that combining Canada’s expertise…