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06 Aug

‘Republic of Khalistan’ Embassy Set Up in Canada Amid Rising Tensions Over Extremism

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Surrey (Rajeev Sharma) — In a provocative move likely to escalate diplomatic tensions, a self-styled ‘Embassy of the Republic of Khalistan’ has been set up on the premises of the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia the same site once led by slain Khalistan supporter Hardeep Singh Nijjar.The act, orchestrated by the banned separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), comes just as India and Canada are attempting to revive diplomatic ties following the fallout from Nijjar’s assassination in 2023. The symbolic embassy prominently displays support for Nijjar and aligns with the group’s plans for a fresh Khalistan referendum…

06 Aug

ASIRT Probes Officer-Involved Shooting at Strathcona County RCMP Detachment

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Strathcona County, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has launched an investigation into a police-involved shooting that occurred on the morning of July 28 at the Strathcona County RCMP detachment. According to initial reports, the incident began around 10:30 a.m., when an RCMP officer spotted a man inside the detachment’s secure parking area. The officer reportedly believed the individual was armed and relayed the information to other members over police radio. In response, multiple officers arrived on scene and issued verbal commands to the man. A confrontation followed, during which four officers discharged their firearms, striking…

06 Aug

Mark Carney’s $1.2 Billion Forestry Support Plan Welcomed in B.C., but Industry Calls for U.S. Trade Deal

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British Columbia (Richa Walia): The federal government’s $1.2 billion relief package for Canada’s struggling forestry sector has received a cautious welcome in British Columbia, where industry leaders stress that long-term solutions must include a new trade agreement with the United States. The announcement, made by Prime Minister Mark Carney in West Kelowna on Tuesday, comes as American import duties on Canadian softwood lumber continue to rise. Under the plan, $700 million will be allocated for loan guarantees to help companies stabilize operations, while $500 million will fund the development of new products and markets. An additional $500 million will support…

06 Aug

Prime Minister Carney Unveils Bold New Strategy to Transform Canada’s Softwood Lumber Industry

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West Kelowna, British Columbia (Richa Walia): In a decisive step toward reshaping Canada’s economic future, Prime Minister Mark Carney today announced a sweeping set of measures aimed at revitalizing and future-proofing the country’s softwood lumber industry. Speaking from Parliament Hill, the Prime Minister outlined a transformative strategy that places Canadian innovation, sustainability, and economic resilience at its core. “With the global trade environment evolving rapidly, we must act decisively to support our industries and workers,” Carney said. “Canada’s new government is committed to building a resilient economy rooted in Canadian resources, ingenuity, and leadership in sustainable practices.” The newly announced…

06 Aug

Consulate General of India to Host Consular Camp in Abbotsford on August 9

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Abbotsford (National Times Bureau): The Consulate General of India, Vancouver, in collaboration with the Khalsa Diwan Society (KDS), Abbotsford, will organize a Consular Camp on Saturday, August 9, 2025, to provide essential consular services to members of the Indian community in the Fraser Valley region.The camp will take place at the Khalsa Diwan Society, located at 33094 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2AB. Services will be available during two sessions: from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.The following consular services will be offered at the camp: - Passport applications - Overseas Citizen…

05 Aug

Wesley Ridge Wildfire Rages Unchecked on Vancouver Island, Forcing Hundreds to Evacuate

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Vancouver Island (Richa Walia )— A wildfire near Cameron Lake on Vancouver Island continued to burn out of control on Monday, growing to 511 hectares despite efforts by firefighters to contain its spread.The blaze, now known as the Wesley Ridge fire, was discovered Thursday and is located about 50 kilometres northwest of Nanaimo, B.C., according to the B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS). The fire has prompted an evacuation order for 387 homes, with another 235 properties on evacuation alert.“There was limited growth overnight,” BCWS fire information officer Madison Dahl said at a press conference. She added that 164 personnel, including more…

05 Aug

Canada Airdrops Humanitarian Aid Over Gaza Amid Escalating Crisis

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): In a decisive move to support civilians affected by the deepening crisis in Gaza, the Canadian Armed Forces conducted an aerial delivery of nearly 10,000 kilograms of humanitarian aid on Monday. The operation, carried out by a CC-130J Hercules aircraft, marks one of Canada’s most significant direct relief efforts in the conflict-stricken region. The airdrop, confirmed by Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Defence Minister David McGuinty, comes as the situation in Gaza continues to spiral. Prime Minister Mark Carney, highlighting the severity of the conditions on the ground, described the unfolding events as a “rapidly deteriorating…

05 Aug

Alberta Marks Heritage Day with a Call to Celebrate Cultural Diversity

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women Tanya Fir has extended warm wishes to Albertans on the occasion of Heritage Day, urging communities across the province to come together in celebration of their shared cultural legacy. “On this first Monday in August, we come together to celebrate Heritage Day – a day that honours the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions and histories that shape Alberta,” Minister Fir said in an official statement. Tracing its roots back to 1974, Heritage Day has grown from a modest multicultural concert at Fort Edmonton Park into one of Alberta’s…

04 Aug

Calgary home prices decline in July as supply returns to pre-pandemic levels

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary's housing inventory has reverted to pre-pandemic levels, driven by a substantial increase in supply last month, according to the Calgary Real Estate Board. Most of the growth has been led by homes built in newer communities, which have raised the number of available units to nearly 7,000. This amounts to 3.3 months of supply, an 88 per cent increase compared to last year. The rise in supply coincided with a drop in sales, which fell by 12 per cent to 2,099. Detached homes dominated in sales with more than 1,000 transactions. New listings, meanwhile, reached 3,911…

04 Aug

Magnitude 4.0 Earthquake Strikes Off B.C. Coast, No Damage Reported

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British Columbia (Richa Walia): A magnitude 4.0 earthquake was recorded off the coast of British Columbia early Sunday morning, according to Earthquakes Canada. The quake occurred at approximately 6:20 a.m. local time and was detected at a depth of 15 kilometres, just west of Haida Gwaii. Authorities confirmed there have been no reports of damage, and at this magnitude, none is expected. The minor quake comes just days after B.C. faced a tsunami advisory earlier this week following a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia, which prompted waves to move across the Pacific Ocean. The advisory was…