Ontario Archives - Page 6 of 15

30 Apr

Canada Unveils $6 Billion ‘Team Canada Strong’ Plan to Boost Skilled Trades Workforce

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced an ambitious nationwide initiative aimed at addressing labour shortages in the skilled trades sector, with a target to recruit and train up to 100,000 workers over the next five years. Speaking from Gatineau, Carney outlined the government’s new flagship programme, Team Canada Strong, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country’s economic resilience amid shifting global trade dynamics. The $6 billion plan focuses on creating a robust workforce capable of supporting large-scale infrastructure and development projects, including housing, transportation networks, energy systems, and defence industries. Officials say the initiative…

30 Apr

Five Arrested in Canada Cargo Theft Case; Stolen Cannabis Worth $2 Million Recovered

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Authorities in Canada have arrested five individuals of Punjabi origin in connection with a major cargo theft investigation that led to the recovery of cannabis products valued at nearly $2 million. The case dates back to April 15, 2026, when officers from the Auto Cargo Theft Unit were probing suspicious activity near Mississauga, specifically around the McLaughlin Road and Highway 401 corridor. During the operation, investigators located a trailer that had earlier been reported stolen from the Niagara Region. Police confirmed that the trailer was transporting a significant shipment of cannabis intended for distribution to multiple licensed…

28 Apr

Punjabi Woman Found Dead in Brampton Home, Police Probe Mysterious Circumstances

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Brampton ( Bharat S): A tragic and unexplained death has once again raised concerns about the safety and well-being of immigrants living abroad. According to initial reports, a 29-year-old woman identified as Pratibha Gupta, originally from Punjab, India, was found dead inside a residence in Brampton. Her body was discovered near a staircase in the house where she had been living as a tenant. Pratibha had moved to Canada approximately three and a half years ago on a work permit and was working while striving to build a stable future. Sources indicate that no visible external injuries were found on…

19 Apr

Canada PM Mark Carney Joins Sikh Community at Ottawa Gurdwara to Mark Sikh Heritage Month

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney marked Sikh Heritage Month by visiting a prominent gurdwara in Ottawa, where he participated in community service and interacted with members of the Sikh community. During his visit to Gurdwara Sahib Ottawa, the Prime Minister joined volunteers in sewa, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and community engagement. The visit formed part of nationwide celebrations recognising the contributions of Sikh Canadians. Sharing his message on social media platform X, Carney noted that Canada is home to one of the largest Sikh populations globally. He acknowledged the role played by Sikh men and women…

12 Apr

Canada Prepares for New Security Era as Military Chief Warns of Major Conflict Risks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s top military commander, Jennie Carignan, has cautioned that the country must brace for the possibility of large-scale conventional conflicts, signalling a significant shift in defence priorities amid a rapidly evolving global security landscape. Speaking about the changing nature of threats, General Carignan said the world has entered a more volatile phase, requiring Canada to rethink its military capabilities and preparedness. She stressed that the armed forces must adapt to face more traditional, high-intensity conflicts, a departure from the counterinsurgency operations that dominated recent decades. To address these challenges, Canada is planning a major expansion of its…

06 Apr

Hindu Groups in Canada Urge Police Action Over Planned Khalistani Protests Outside Temples

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): In a powerful joint appeal, over 30 Hindu organizations across Canada have written an open letter to local law enforcement, urging them to ensure the safety of Hindu temples and their worshippers ahead of planned protests by Khalistani extremists. The protests are set to occur on April 5, 2026, outside the Triveni Mandir in Brampton and the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey. The letter, signed by various Hindu civic organizations and temple leaders, expresses grave concerns about the increasing violence and harassment surrounding these "so-called peaceful protests." According to the letter, previous protests at Hindu temples have…

06 Apr

Police Presence Intensifies as Demonstration Near Brampton Temple Sparks Community Unease

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A protest held outside a Hindu place of worship in Brampton led to heightened tensions, prompting authorities to deploy significant security measures to maintain order. The gathering took place near the Triveni Temple, where a group of pro-Khalistan supporters assembled for nearly two hours, raising slogans and displaying flags. The demonstration coincided with a busy time at the temple, as worshippers arrived for regular prayers. Law enforcement agencies, including Peel Regional Police, responded by setting up barricades and increasing patrols in the vicinity. Officers created a buffer zone between protesters and devotees to avoid any confrontation. Officials…

05 Apr

Toronto Police Arrest Man After Early Morning Stabbing in West End

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Toronto (Ontario): Toronto Police have arrested a man in his 50s following a violent altercation at a residence in the city's west end early Sunday morning. Emergency services were called to a home in the vicinity of Ossington Avenue and Harbord Street shortly before 6:10 a.m. after reports of a physical dispute. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman in her 20s suffering from injuries consistent with being slashed by an edged weapon. The victim was transported to a local hospital with injuries that officials have described as non-life-threatening. The suspect, a man in his 50s, was also taken to the…

05 Apr

Heavy Rain Raises Flood Risk Across Toronto and Southern Ontario

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Authorities have issued warnings of possible flooding as persistent rainfall continues to impact southern Ontario, raising concerns about rising water levels in rivers, streams, and low-lying areas. The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority released a flood outlook, cautioning residents to stay away from shorelines and waterways, which could become hazardous due to rapidly changing conditions. Officials said even moderate rainfall could trigger localized flooding, particularly in areas already prone to water accumulation. Meanwhile, Environment and Climate Change Canada has placed much of southern Ontario under a rainfall advisory, forecasting up to 40 millimetres of precipitation along with…

03 Apr

Citizenship Surge Flows North as Trump’s Canada Remarks Stir Quiet Shift Among Americans

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Amid renewed political friction between Washington and Ottawa, a lesser-noticed trend is emerging: a growing number of Americans are seeking to establish legal ties with Canada through ancestry-based citizenship. The development comes in the backdrop of repeated remarks by Donald Trump suggesting closer integration between the two nations, including controversial references to Canada as a potential “51st state.” Canadian leadership has firmly rejected such notions, with Mark Carney reiterating that the country’s sovereignty is non-negotiable. While political rhetoric escalated, demand for Canadian citizenship among US residents has quietly surged following the implementation of Bill C-3 in December…