Canada

B.C. Mountain Biker Survives Close Encounter with Cougar Near Garibaldi Park

B.C. Mountain Biker Survives Close Encounter with Cougar Near Garibaldi Park

Squamish, B.C. (Richa Walia): A British Columbia mountain biker had a harrowing experience after being stalked by a cougar for nearly 20 minutes in alpine terrain near Garibaldi Provincial Park, the province’s Conservation Officer Service (COS) confirmed. According to officials, the incident took place earlier this week when the man was riding along a remote mountain trail. The cougar reportedly chased him, made physical contact, and then continued to shadow him as he tried to retreat from the area. In a quick-thinking move, the biker began walking backwards while using his bike as a barrier. He hurled rocks at the…
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Man Arrested in Stray Bullet Killing of Indian Student in Canada

Man Arrested in Stray Bullet Killing of Indian Student in Canada

Hamilton, Canada (Rajeev Sharma)— Police in Ontario have arrested a man in connection with the tragic death of 21-year-old Indian student Harsimrat Randhawa, who was killed by a stray bullet earlier this year.Hamilton Police said 32-year-old Jerdaine Foster was taken into custody at Niagara Falls on Tuesday and charged with first-degree murder, along with three counts of attempted murder. Foster, who has prior police records and connections to multiple regions in Ontario, was reportedly living in short-term rental properties at the time.Randhawa, a second-year physiotherapy student at Mohawk College, was struck on April 17 while standing near a bus stop…
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ICICG Independence Cup 2025 to Bring 14 Indian Communities Together in Calgary

ICICG Independence Cup 2025 to Bring 14 Indian Communities Together in Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The spirit of sportsmanship and cultural unity will be on full display at the ICICG Independence Cup 2025, taking place on August 9–10 at 3688 48 Ave NE, Calgary. The two-day cricket tournament and community gathering will feature 14 vibrant Indian communities, offering spectators thrilling matches along with free chai, samosas, and biryani. Participating teams include: Gujarati Mandal (GMC), Rajasthan Royals (RANA), Calgary Marathi Association, Karnataka Flames, TAC (Telugu Association of Calgary), Kalinga Warriors, Delhi Lions, Telangana Chargers, Kerala Blasters, APCAA (Bengali), Bihari Association of Alberta, Tamil Nadu Cricket Club, UP Wolverines (Uttar Pradesh), and Uttarakhand (UK).…
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Rain Offers Brief Relief in B.C. Wildfire Battle, but Heightened Risk Looms Ahead

Rain Offers Brief Relief in B.C. Wildfire Battle, but Heightened Risk Looms Ahead

British Columbia (Richa Walia): Light rainfall and increased humidity have offered a short-lived break in British Columbia’s battle against wildfires, but provincial officials warn that more difficult days are likely ahead as temperatures are expected to rise again. According to Cliff Chapman, Director of Wildfire Operations at the B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS), while the recent change in weather has helped slow fire activity in some areas, it has not been enough to significantly alter the overall wildfire risk. “The southern half of B.C. is expected to heat up again starting this weekend,” Chapman said during a media briefing on Wednesday.…
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Track athletes chase gold in Calgary

Track athletes chase gold in Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta will welcome Canada’s top track stars for the 2025 Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships. For the second consecutive year, almost 1,000 of Canada’s most promising young track and field athletes are preparing to jump, throw, and sprint their way to the finish line at Calgary’s Foothills Athletic Park from Aug. 8 to 10. This event will bring together top talent from across the country and showcase Alberta as a top destination for major sports events. Alberta’s government invested $30,000 in funding through the Major Sport Event grant program to support the national competition. This…
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PM Mark Carney engages Métis leadership on the Building Canada Act

PM Mark Carney engages Métis leadership on the Building Canada Act

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s new government is ready to get our country building major infrastructure projects again, in partnership with Indigenous Peoples. To that end, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, convened the Métis Major Projects Summit in Ottawa to discuss the Building Canada Act and hear from Métis leaders on how best to work together. During the Summit, the Prime Minister and Métis leadership discussed how the Building Canada Act will enable Canada’s new government to build big things that will connect and transform the national economy – driving greater prosperity for Métis through equity ownership and resource management projects. They focused on how the Government of Canada and Métis…
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Kapil Sharma’s Surrey Café Attacked Again, Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Issues Fresh Threat

Kapil Sharma’s Surrey Café Attacked Again, Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Issues Fresh Threat

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Indian comedian and entertainment icon Kapil Sharma’s café in Surrey, Canada, came under fire for the second time in less than a month, sparking serious security concerns. On Thursday morning, unknown assailants fired multiple rounds at Kap’s Cafe, located at 85 Avenue and Scott Road, leaving at least six bullet holes and shattered windows in their wake.Local resident Bob Singh, speaking to 1130 NewsRadio, recounted the moment he heard the gunshots. “I saw it from my patio. I heard five or six shots and then the cops arrived,” he said.The Surrey Police responded swiftly and have launched…
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Amazon’s Challenge to B.C. Labour Board Union Ruling Dismissed Again

Amazon’s Challenge to B.C. Labour Board Union Ruling Dismissed Again

Delta, B.C (Richa Walia): In a significant development for labour rights in Canada, the British Columbia Labour Relations Board has dismissed Amazon’s attempt to reverse a decision certifying a workers' union at its Delta facility. The ruling, issued on Tuesday, upholds an earlier decision from July that found the company acted to undermine union efforts through targeted hiring practices. The Labour Board panel supported the conclusion that Amazon deliberately expanded its workforce during the union’s membership drive to reduce the percentage of union supporters, a move the board deemed an intentional effort to obstruct certification. Evidence submitted by Unifor, the…
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Alberta Renews Commitment to Youth in Care with Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Scholarship

Alberta Renews Commitment to Youth in Care with Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Scholarship

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s Minister of Children and Family Services, Searle Turton, reaffirmed the province’s dedication to empowering young adults formerly in government care by officially launching this year’s round of applications for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Scholarship. Originally established to honor the 2011 royal visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to Alberta, the scholarship recognizes outstanding academic performance by participants of the province’s Advancing Futures program—an initiative that supports youth as they transition from government care into adulthood. “We are investing in the future of Alberta’s youth,” Minister Turton stated. “This scholarship is about recognizing…
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PM Mark Carney convenes First Ministers’ Meeting

PM Mark Carney convenes First Ministers’ Meeting

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met virtually with provincial and territorial premiers to discuss Canada’s coordinated economic response to ongoing U.S. trade measures. The Prime Minister updated the premiers on the status of trade negotiations with the U.S. He noted that, while Canada continues to negotiate with the United States on our trading relationship, the impacts of tariffs remain present across the Canadian economy. As such, First Ministers discussed concrete actions to support Canadian workers and businesses most impacted by these tariffs across various sectors, including the softwood lumber sector. To this end, the Prime Minister underscored the series of…
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