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21 Aug

Ktunaxa Nation Urges Public to Stop Unauthorized Harvesting of Sacred ʔayut Plant in B.C

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaB.C. forests, Canby’s lovage, Indigenous rights, Ktunaxa Nation, plant harvesting, sacred medicine, ʔayut plant

Southeastern B.C., August 21 — The Ktunaxa Nation has called on the public to stop harvesting a traditional medicinal plant, ʔayut (Canby’s lovage), after reports of unauthorized collection and damage to sensitive patches in its territory.The Ktunaxa Nation, made up of five First Nations across southeastern British Columbia, says land guardians have found people tearing up the ground to extract the plant without consent. The nation’s traditional territory covers about 70,000 square kilometres across B.C.’s Interior, stretching into Alberta, Montana, Idaho, and Washington.Kathryn Teneese, chair of the Ktunaxa Nation Council, told CBC Radio West that ʔayut holds both medicinal and…

21 Aug

Alberta strengthens fight against child abuse with expanded advocacy centre funding

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National Times Bureau (Rajeev Sharma) : Alberta’s government is increasing funding for child advocacy centres to better support children and youth experiencing abuse. To help address rising caseloads, Alberta’s government is increasing funding for child and youth advocacy centres by 10 per cent. This represents an increase to $3.7 million in 2025, ensuring these centres can continue their vital work supporting children and youth. “Alberta has been a leader in creating safe places for children and youth who have experienced abuse. Centres like Zebra Centre and Luna Centre were among the first of their kind in Canada, and they continue…

20 Aug

Over 60 Rescued in Dramatic Helicopter Operation After Flooding Strands Campers in Bugaboo Provincial Park

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Bugaboo Provincial Park, British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma) — More than 60 hikers and campers were dramatically airlifted to safety on Sunday after sudden flooding stranded them in the popular Bugaboo Provincial Park in the East Kootenay region.According to Columbia Valley Search and Rescue, the emergency began around 8 a.m. local time on August 17, when the Alpine Club of Canada reported unusually high creek levels near the Conrad Kain Hut, a well-known mountaineering base in the park. When rescuers arrived, they found the creek running fast, swollen with dirty water, and posing a serious threat to those attempting to trek…

20 Aug

Alberta Holds Out on Childcare Deal, Citing Fair Funding and Family Choice

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada$10 daycare plan, Alberta childcare deal, childcare subsidies, family choice, Ottawa funding

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) — Alberta remains one of the two provinces yet to extend its childcare agreement with Ottawa, highlighting concerns over limited family choice, underfunding, and unequal treatment of providers. Saskatchewan has also not signed on.The federal plan, which aims to deliver $10-a-day daycare nationwide by 2026 for families with children under six, has drawn criticism from some operators who call it unrealistic. Alberta replaced its childcare subsidy program earlier this year with a $15 daily fee for children up to kindergarten age, with the cost set to drop to $10 in 2026. The province also introduced a grant…

20 Aug

Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in High-Level Virtual Meeting

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing today, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other international leaders to discuss security, peace, and humanitarian priorities linked to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The meeting followed yesterday’s high-profile discussions involving U.S. President Donald Trump, European leaders, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, and President Zelenskyy. Leaders highlighted Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees for Ukraine as a significant step toward ensuring long-term stability across Europe. Speaking at the session, Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty. He underscored…

19 Aug

PM Carney Congratulates Poilievre on Return to Parliament

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaBattle River–Crowfoot, by-election, House of Commons, Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre

Ottawa: Prime Minister Mark Carney has congratulated Pierre Poilievre on returning to the House of Commons following his decisive victory in the Battle River–Crowfoot by-election.In a post on X, Carney wrote, “Congratulations to Pierre Poilievre on returning to the House of Commons, and gaining the honour of representing the people of Battle River Crowfoot in Parliament. Thank you as well to Darcy Spady and to everyone who took part in this by-election. Working together, Canada’s new government will keep building a stronger future for all Albertans and Canadians.”Poilievre’s landslide win restores him to Parliament after his loss earlier this year…

19 Aug

Maulik Shah Launches Campaign for Airdrie City Councillor with a Vision for the City’s Future

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Airdrie (Rajeev Sharma) – The Airdrie municipal election is scheduled to take place on October 20, 2025. Maulik Shah, a resident of Airdrie, has formally announced his candidacy for City Councillor in the upcoming municipal election. With a campaign theme of “A Vision for Airdrie’s Future”, Shah is positioning himself as a transformative leader, focusing on fiscal responsibility, enhanced healthcare, support for local businesses, and youth empowerment.Shah has developed a comprehensive platform aimed at addressing some of the city’s most pressing concerns. This includes optimizing the utilization of taxpayer dollars, ensuring city spending is efficient and transparent. Additionally, Shah aims…

19 Aug

Air Canada and Flight Attendants Union Reach Mediated Settlement, Flights to Resume

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Air Canada has reached a mediated settlement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), bringing an end to two days of disruption that saw the union openly defy a federal back-to-work order. The airline confirmed Tuesday morning that flights will begin gradually resuming this afternoon. According to industry outlet Open Jaw, negotiations between the two sides restarted late Monday night and concluded in the early hours of Tuesday with a mediated agreement. “The suspension of our service is extremely difficult for our customers,” said Michael Rousseau, President and CEO of Air Canada. “We deeply regret and…

19 Aug

Alberta Expands Support for Edmonton’s Most Vulnerable Residents

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Edmonton, AB (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is strengthening its commitment to supporting people experiencing or at risk of homelessness by expanding Edmonton’s Navigation and Support Centre into a larger facility. Since its launch in January 2024, the centre has served as a one-stop hub where vulnerable Albertans can connect with critical services. By offering multiple supports in one location, the centre has already assisted more than 7,780 individuals and facilitated over 33,700 service connections, helping people overcome barriers to stability and care. Building on this success, the centre will now move from the Karis Centre building to the Bissell…

19 Aug

Alberta invests $4 million in projects to stop family violence before it begins

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Alberta is stepping up efforts to prevent family violence by funding 31 community-led projects across the province. A total of $4 million is being directed this year to 29 agencies working on initiatives aimed at tackling the root causes of abuse and building safer, healthier communities. Family violence has far-reaching consequences, and officials say the focus must be on prevention as well as support. The funded programs use a variety of approaches — from mentorship and sports activities to educational workshops, support groups, and connections to essential services. These initiatives will also engage with…