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30 Aug

Wildfire Surge in British Columbia as Lightning Strikes Spark New Blazes

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Vancouver (Richa Walia) – The number of wildfires raging across British Columbia surged this week as hot, dry weather gave way to thunderstorms and lightning, igniting dozens of new blazes in the province’s southern regions.According to BC Wildfire Service figures released Friday, active fires jumped to more than 110, up from 68 on Wednesday. Over 40 are classified as out of control, a sharp increase compared to only a handful earlier this week. Officials reported 37 new fire starts in the past 24 hours, while 10 were declared out.Clusters of new wildfires have been reported in remote areas northwest of…

30 Aug

Team Alberta brings it home at Canada Summer Games

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is celebrating Team Alberta’s impressive performance at this year’s Canada Summer Games. Over 17 days of spirited competition, Alberta’s athletes demonstrated their dedication, talent and sportsmanship, capturing 81 medals and finishing fourth overall. Alberta’s government provided more than $1.6 million to support Team Alberta at this year’s event, including $744,000 in operations and logistics funding through the 2025 Canada Summer Games Operating Grant. In the lead-up to the games, $900,000 was provided over three years to provincial sporting organizations for athlete training and selection. Team Alberta’s strong showing included 22 gold, 30 silver and 29…

30 Aug

Alberta Commits $5.5 Million to Strengthen Blood Tribe Police Service with New Detachment

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Alberta has announced a $5.5 million investment to build a new detachment for the Blood Tribe Police Service, marking a significant step in strengthening Indigenous-led policing and enhancing public safety in First Nations communities. The Blood Tribe Police Service, one of Canada’s longest-standing self-administered First Nations police forces, has been operating out of a facility built in 1990. Officials say the aging building no longer meets operational requirements. The new detachment will feature modern infrastructure, including secure evidence rooms, interview spaces, and holding areas, allowing officers to better respond to community needs. “Alberta’s government…

29 Aug

India Appoints Dinesh K. Patnaik as High Commissioner to Canada Amid Diplomatic Reset

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): India has appointed senior diplomat Dinesh K. Patnaik as its next High Commissioner to Canada, signaling a potential thaw in bilateral relations that had been strained since 2023. Patnaik, a 1990-batch Indian Foreign Service officer currently serving as Ambassador to Spain, is expected to assume his new role in Ottawa shortly .This diplomatic development coincides with Canada’s decision to appoint veteran diplomat Christopher Cooter as its High Commissioner to India, marking a reciprocal effort to restore senior diplomatic representation .The appointments follow a June 2025 meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra…

29 Aug

Fiji’s 55th Independence Day Marked with Cultural Festivities and Fundraiser in Surrey

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Surrey (Rajeev Sharna): The local community is set to come together for a vibrant celebration marking the 55th Independence Day, blending culture, cuisine, and entertainment while raising funds for a noble cause. Kamilla Singh told that the event will feature Indian cuisine, live entertainment, door prizes, and music by DJ Shalend, creating an evening of joy and unity. A cash bar will also be available for guests.Adding prestige to the occasion, the Chief Guest Ratu Ilisoni Vuidreketi Fiji’s Ambassador to the United States and Canada, will join community leaders and residents in commemorating the milestone.Tickets are priced at $50 per…

28 Aug

China to Showcase Military Might at Victory Day Parade with Putin and Kim in Attendance

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National Times Bureau, August 28, 2025: Beijing is preparing a massive military parade on September 3 to mark Japan’s surrender in World War II, with global leaders set to attend. The Chinese Foreign Ministry confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will join the ceremony, along with 24 other heads of state and government.Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei announced that Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, Iranian President Masoud Pezashkian, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, and South Korea’s National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik are among the dignitaries expected.The parade, one of China’s largest in recent years, will…

28 Aug

Youth Gambling on the Rise in B.C. as Online Access Expands: Report

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Vancouver (Richa Walia)— A growing number of young people in British Columbia are engaging in gambling and gaming with real money, according to a new report by the McCreary Centre Society.The findings, drawn from the 2023 B.C. Adolescent Health Survey of more than 38,200 youth aged 12 to 18, reveal that 34 per cent had taken part in at least one money-related gambling or gaming activity in the previous year. These included sports betting, online card games, dice, and purchasing in-game items with real money.The report highlights the impact of expanded gambling opportunities since Canada legalized single-game sports betting for…

28 Aug

Minister Horner Confirms Progress in Alberta Public Service Negotiations

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) : The Alberta government announced progress in negotiations with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) after receiving a mediator’s recommendation to resolve the latest round of bargaining for the Alberta Public Service.President of Treasury Board and Finance Minister Nate Horner confirmed the development, acknowledging months of discussions between the two sides. He thanked the AUPE for its cooperation in working toward a settlement and stressed the government’s appreciation for the contributions of the 22,000 employees represented by the union.Horner expressed optimism that the recommendation would pave the way for ratification, which will now depend on the…

27 Aug

PM Mark Carney Says Putin Afraid to Meet Zelenskyy, Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine

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Ottawa/Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is afraid to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss an end to the ongoing war.Speaking at a press conference on August 27, Carney remarked that Putin “keeps setting conditions and delaying because he fears this meeting.” He noted that Zelenskyy is prepared to hold talks with Putin “on any neutral territory,” making clear that Ukraine’s president does not expect Putin to travel to Kyiv and has no plans to visit Moscow for such a meeting.Carney stressed that continued international support for…

27 Aug

Man Dies After Incident at Prince Rupert Summer Carnival, Investigations Underway

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Prince Rupert, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma) — A man died after being found unconscious at the Prince Rupert Summer Carnival on Tuesday night.RCMP said they received a call around 10:40 p.m. PT about an injured man near one of the rides. He was later pronounced dead at the scene. The incident reportedly took place near the carnival’s thrill ride, the Zipper.Police confirmed that an investigation is underway, with WorkSafeBC and the B.C. Coroners Service also involved. The area has been cordoned off as officials continue their work.In response, Shooting Star Amusements, which operates the carnival, announced that it would not open…