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18 Aug

Alberta Plans Solar Power Shift for Provincial Jails, Eyes $1 Million in Annual Savings

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) – Alberta’s government is moving forward with a plan to power some of its correctional facilities using solar energy, aiming to cut costs and reduce reliance on traditional power sources.According to officials, solar installations will be set up at five of the province’s 10 correctional centres, with early projections suggesting potential savings of about $1 million annually. Michael Kwas, press secretary to Infrastructure Minister Martin Long, said the installations are expected to offset nearly 80 per cent of electricity consumption at each site. He noted, however, that the final figures may shift once the projects advance to…

18 Aug

B.C. Supreme Court Grants Prince George Order to Shut Down Moccasin Flats Homeless Camp, Allows Limited Exemptions

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Prince George, B.C. (Richa Walia)— The City of Prince George has secured a court order to close the Moccasin Flats homeless encampment, also known as the Lower Patricia Boulevard site, after a B.C. Supreme Court ruling found the camp violated city bylaws.In his written decision, Justice Bruce Elwood ruled that the camp’s continuous occupation of city-owned land was a “clear breach” of the Parks and Open Space Bylaw and the Zoning Bylaw, which prohibit camping and sheltering on municipal property. The ruling followed a three-day hearing held in early July.While the order gives the city authority to bar full-time sheltering…

18 Aug

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Ukraine in Virtual Coalition Meeting

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing on Sunday, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and allied leaders to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine’s defense and long-term security. During the meeting, Carney and other coalition members expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in creating momentum for negotiations aimed at ending Russia’s invasion. They also welcomed Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees as part of a wider framework to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty and stability in Europe. Carney underscored that the upcoming White House meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy, European…

17 Aug

PM Mark Carney Praises US Role in Pushing for Ukraine Peace at Alaska Summit

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Ottawa/Alaska (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed strong support for U.S. leadership in efforts to end Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, following high-level discussions at the Alaska Summit. Carney said that the firm stance taken by President Donald Trump and Washington has opened a window of opportunity to move toward halting the conflict. He emphasized that credible security assurances for Ukraine must be central to any sustainable peace plan. “President Trump’s leadership and that of the United States is helping create a path to end Russia’s unlawful war in Ukraine,” Carney stated. The Prime Minister further highlighted the…

17 Aug

Laxmi Narayan Temple Surrey Holds Grand Shobha Yatra on Krishna Janmashtami

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Surrey (Richa Walia): The Laxmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey celebrated Krishna Janmashtami with a grand Shobha Yatra (religious procession) that brought together hundreds of devotees and community members in a colorful display of devotion and culture. The streets around the temple were filled with spiritual chants of “Hare Krishna” as devotees joined the procession carrying beautifully decorated floats (jhankis) depicting scenes from Lord Krishna’s life. Children dressed as Radha and Krishna added charm to the occasion, while traditional dhol, bhajans, and kirtan groups kept the atmosphere vibrant throughout the Yatra. The event highlighted unity, spirituality, and cultural pride within the…

17 Aug

ISKCON Calgary Celebrates Krishna Janmashtami with Devotion and Festivities

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma)– The ISKCON, Calgary marked the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, with great devotion, music, and cultural festivities. The celebration drew hundreds of devotees and community members who came together to offer prayers and participate in the vibrant spiritual gathering. The temple was beautifully decorated with flowers and lights, creating a divine atmosphere. The evening featured bhajans, kirtan, and discourses on the teachings of Lord Krishna, emphasizing values of compassion, righteousness, and devotion. Children and youth presented cultural performances, including dance dramas depicting Krishna’s childhood pastimes, which captivated the audience. As midnight…

16 Aug

Canadians Stranded as Air Canada Strike Grounds Flights, Government Criticized for Lack of Action

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma):– Thousands of Canadians have been left stranded across the country and abroad as Air Canada’s flight attendants have launched a nationwide strike, grounding hundreds of flights and disrupting travel for over 130,000 passengers daily. The strike, organized by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), commenced after contract negotiations with Air Canada collapsed. Union leaders assert that flight attendants are demanding fair compensation for “groundwork” such as boarding and pre-flight assistance, which is currently unpaid. While Air Canada offered a 38% wage increase over four years, including 25% in the first year, CUPE argues that the proposal…

16 Aug

B.C. MLA Slams U.S. Senator’s Proposal for Western Provinces to Join America

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Victoria (Richa Walia): A British Columbia legislator has strongly rebuked a pitch from a Republican state senator in the United States, suggesting that Canada’s four western provinces consider joining the U.S. Brennan Day, a member of the Opposition B.C. Conservative Party, said his reaction shifted from disappointment to anger after receiving the letter from Maine Senator Joseph Martin last week. His office first verified that the three-page document was genuine before responding. In the letter, Martin urged British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba to hold referendums on becoming American states. He argued this would not amount to annexation but rather…

16 Aug

Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit Mexico in September for Talks with President Sheinbaum

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to travel to Mexico in September for discussions with President Claudia Sheinbaum, a senior official confirmed Friday. The visit comes at a time when Canada and Mexico are working to navigate U.S. tariffs and prepare for the scheduled review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in 2026. Goods that qualify under the 2020 trade pact, negotiated during Donald Trump’s first term, are exempt from broad tariffs, but industry-specific duties — including a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum and a 25% tariff on automobiles — continue to affect trade flows.…

16 Aug

Alberta Announces $4.2M to Strengthen Mental Health Supports for First Nations Students

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government has committed $4.2 million to expand learning and mental health supports for First Nations students, aiming to address both academic and well-being needs in on-reserve schools. For the 2025–26 school year, 27 First Nations will receive funding under the Specialized Learning and Mental Health Supports for First Nations Grant, first opened for applications in May. The province says the grants are designed to give communities the flexibility to deliver programs that reflect local priorities, from academic interventions to culturally relevant mental health initiatives. Education and Childcare Minister Demetrios Nicolaides stressed the importance of the investment,…