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28 Jul

Canada Condemns Hong Kong’s Global Arrest Warrants for Pro-Democracy Activists, Including Canadians

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government has strongly condemned Hong Kong authorities after they issued international arrest warrants for 19 overseas pro-democracy activists, including several Canadian citizens and individuals with close ties to Canada. In a statement released, Global Affairs Canada criticized the move as a clear case of transnational repression, warning that threats, intimidation, or coercion targeting Canadians will not be tolerated. “The individuals targeted yesterday under the Beijing-imposed National Security Law in Hong Kong include Canadians and people with close ties to Canada,” the statement read. “This attempt by Hong Kong authorities to conduct transnational repression abroad will…

28 Jul

N.W.T. Public Health Warns of Measles Risk Amid Surge in Alberta Cases

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Yellowknife (Rajeev Sharma): With measles cases on the rise in Alberta, health authorities in the Northwest Territories (N.W.T.) are warning residents about a potential risk of exposure, especially for those traveling through the neighbouring province during the summer. Dr. Kami Kandola, the territory’s Chief Public Health Officer, emphasized the importance of checking vaccination records, noting that the virus’s resurgence in Alberta could impact northern travelers. “We're keeping a close eye on the situation,” Dr. Kandola said. “There’s concern that the infection could make its way north with returning travelers.” According to Alberta’s latest health data (as of July 24), 1,511…

28 Jul

B.C. Man Escapes Cougar Attack with Minor Injuries After Punching Predator

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Smithers, B.C. (Richa Walia): A man in British Columbia’s northern Interior is recovering from minor injuries after a dramatic encounter with a cougar that he says ended when he punched the animal in the face. According to a statement from the B.C. Conservation Officer Service, the incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Saturday near Lake Kathlyn, close to Smithers, approximately 1,000 kilometres northwest of Vancouver. The man, who was working in the area at the time, reported that the cougar suddenly approached and struck him in the upper body. Acting quickly, he punched the wild cat in the face, causing…

27 Jul

Nanaimo Councillor Urges Province to Shut Down Overdose Prevention Site Near City Hall

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Nanaimo, British Columbia (Richa Walia): A motion set to be introduced at Nanaimo City Council may escalate tensions between the municipality and provincial health officials over a supervised drug use facility located adjacent to city hall. According to the agenda for Monday’s meeting, Councillor Ian Thorpe plans to table a proposal requesting that Island Health formally shut down the overdose prevention site on Albert Street. Thorpe signaled his intent during the council's July 21 session, saying the city must tell the province it has “had enough” of the escalating disorder in the area. The call for closure follows a contentious…

27 Jul

Spike in Hostility Towards Immigrants Alarms Support Groups Across Alberta

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Amid heated national debates surrounding immigration, organizations that assist newcomers in Alberta are reporting a troubling rise in racially motivated hostility, both online and in public spaces. Shamaila Akram, a community advocate with Calgary’s Centre for Newcomers, says she has grown used to being the target of racial slurs—but remains deeply concerned about the growing anxiety among new immigrants, especially women. "Many of our clients are now coming in with severe stress or even panic attacks after being subjected to harassment right outside our offices," Akram shared. "Women in hijabs have been particularly targeted, and some have…

27 Jul

Fatal Small-Plane Crash Reported Near Deer Lake, Newfoundland Airport

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Newfoundland (Rajeev Sharma): A small aircraft went down Saturday evening near the Deer Lake Regional Airport in western Newfoundland, resulting in at least one fatality, authorities have confirmed. The crash occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. NT, just outside the airport boundary in the town of Deer Lake, which is home to about 5,000 residents. Emergency services, including the RCMP and first responders, quickly arrived at the scene. The aircraft involved was a Piper Navajo twin-engine plane, owned by Kisik Geospatial and Aerial Survey, a B.C.-based aerial mapping company. In a public statement, the company’s owner and accountable executive, Andrew Naysmith,…

26 Jul

Three Workers Rescued After 60-Hour Ordeal in B.C.’s Red Chris Mine

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British Columbia (Richa Walia): Three workers trapped deep underground for over 60 hours at the Red Chris mine in northern British Columbia have been safely rescued and reunited with their families. The rescue operation, described as meticulously planned and executed, concluded late Thursday night after intense efforts to reach the drillers, who had been stranded since Tuesday morning due to two successive rockfalls.Newmont Corp., the mine operator, confirmed the workers were brought to the surface at 10:40 p.m. PT. Identified by their employer Hy-Tech Drilling as Kevin Coumbs from Ontario, Darien Maduke from B.C., and Jesse Chubaty from Manitoba, the…

26 Jul

How the Red Chris Mine Rescue Can Shape the Future of Mining Safety?

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British Columbia (Richa Walia): The recent rescue operation at British Columbia's Red Chris mine, which saw three workers brought to safety after being trapped underground for over 60 hours, is offering valuable insights for future emergency response efforts across the mining industry. Mining company Newmont Corp., which operates the site, has pledged a full investigation into the rockfall that led to the entrapment, aiming to identify causes and prevent similar incidents. Experts say the findings will not only help improve safety protocols at Red Chris, but across the entire sector. Danny Taillefer, Deputy Chief Mine Rescue Officer at Ontario Mine…

26 Jul

Alberta Proposes Annual Watercraft Pass to Combat Invasive Mussels; Public Input Sought

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is considering introducing an annual pass for all types of watercraft, including boats, canoes, kayaks, and jet skis, as part of a broader strategy to shield the province’s waterways from invasive species. In a statement released Friday, Alberta's Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas outlined the proposal, emphasizing that it is primarily aimed at preventing the spread of invasive zebra and quagga mussels. The government is now calling on the public to weigh in through an online survey, which will help shape the final framework of the initiative. The survey poses several key questions…

25 Jul

Mark Carney Pledges to Uphold Indigenous Rights During Talks with Inuit Leaders in Inuvik

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Inuvik (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to protecting Indigenous rights and treaties, even as Canada looks to fast-track nation-building infrastructure projects. Carney made the pledge as he kicked off a day of nation-to-nation discussions in Inuvik with Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami President Natan Obed and Inuvialuit Regional Corporation Chair Duane Ningaqsiq Smith. “These discussions are essential as we move forward together, not just with infrastructure, but with reconciliation at the centre,” said Carney. “Advancing major national projects must never come at the expense of Indigenous rights, treaties, or meaningful consultation.” The meeting, held in the…