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03 Apr

Surrey Leaders Demand Action on Roadwork Disruptions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadainfrastructure projects, Surrey roadworks, Transport disruption

Surrey, April 3, 2025: Surrey officials and utility providers are calling for urgent changes to minimize disruption from roadworks and major infrastructure projects. Surrey County Council (SCC), National Highways, and six utility firms have sent a letter to the Department for Transport (DfT) requesting improvements to the national roadworks management system.The demand comes as the Conservative MP for Runnymede and Weybridge, Dr. Ben Spencer, pushes a new bill in Parliament to address disruptions on road and rail networks. The DfT responded by stating that local authorities are being held accountable for their road maintenance projects to limit delays for drivers.Last…

03 Apr

Record-Breaking Turnout in Vancouver Byelection’s Advance Voting

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAdvance Voting, Mail-in Ballots, Vancouver byelection, Voter Turnout

Vancouver,April 3, 2025: Vancouver’s byelection is already setting records, with 7,671 votes cast in just two days of advance polling. Additionally, 6,400 mail-in ballots were requested, marking a significant increase compared to previous elections."Advance voting opportunities in the Vancouver byelection have shattered previous records so far," said Natti Schmid, the city’s elections communications and outreach manager. The city’s decision to hold advance voting exclusively at city hall on March 26 and April 1 led to a surge in participation. The first day saw 2,876 ballots cast, while the second day recorded 4,795—both exceeding the previous record of approximately 2,500 votes…

03 Apr

TEMS Joint Ambulance District Recognized for Efforts in Preventing Opioid Overdoses

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaoOpioid Overdose Prevention, TEMS Joint Ambulance District

Toronto, Ohio — The TEMS Joint Ambulance District has been honored for its efforts in preventing fatal opioid overdoses, playing a crucial role in making naloxone more accessible and educating the public on overdose prevention.The recognition came from the HEALing Communities Study in Ohio, which acknowledged the district’s initiative in placing NaloxBoxes at a local rest stop and spreading awareness about overdose intervention. The Toronto-based ambulance service installed naloxone kits in the men's and women’s restrooms at the intersection of state Routes 7 and 213, ensuring quick access to the life-saving drug.Bridget Freisthler of Ohio State University, a partner in…

03 Apr

Canada Vows Retaliation as Trump Imposes New Tariffs on Foreign-Made Cars

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAuto Imports, Canada Trade Response, Trump Trade War, U.S. tariffs

Ottawa, April 3, 2025 – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on foreign-made automobiles, imposing a 25% duty on imports while applying a 10% baseline tariff on several other nations. However, Canada and Mexico have been spared from the initial wave of tariffs.Trump’s latest move, part of his ongoing trade war strategy, has triggered strong responses from global trade partners. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, addressing the issue from Parliament Hill, declared that his government would act with “purpose and with force” to counter the U.S. trade actions. Although he did not immediately reveal the specifics of Canada’s…

01 Apr

Calgary councillor, Sonya Sharp announces run for mayor’s chair

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCalgary Councellor, Run For Mayor, Somya Sharp

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Sonya Sharp, Calgary city councillor in Ward 1, announced on Monday night she is running for the mayor’s chair in the City of Calgary's civic election on October 20. Sharp joins incumbent Mayor Jyoti Gondek, former mayoral candidate and city councillor Jeff Davison, former city councillor, and mayoral candidate Jeromy Farkas and former Calgary police commissioner Brian Thiesen as mayoral candidates in the fall election. Sonya sharp said many Calgarians feel that city hall is increasingly out of touch and on the wrong track, people feel the majority of this council doesn’t listen or care about…

01 Apr

The Federal Consumer Carbon Tax is over April 1st

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCarbon Tax, Mark Carney, The Federal Consumer

Calgary: ( Rajeev Sharma): The federal carbon price for consumers will disappear today in all provinces except Quebec, where a provincial price on carbon meant the federal price didn't apply. B.C. also had its own consumer carbon tax, but it hurried Monday to get rid of it for April 1, as well. Mark Carney cancelled the fee on his first day as prime minister last month, signing a directive for the fuel charge to be removed on April 1. The levy had been added to the sale price of carbon-emitting products by fuel type. For gasoline, it was 17.6 cents…

01 Apr

U.S. tariffs on Canadian drugs could impact supply of antibiotics

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanadian Drugs, US Tarrifs

Toronto (Bhreau): U.S. tariffs on pharmaceuticals will likely drive up costs and cause shortages of critical Canadian-made drugs, including antibiotics, antidepressants and HIV treatment, according to a new study.Published Monday in The Journal of the American Medical Association, the effort was led by University of Toronto drug policy researcher Mina Tadrous. Tariffs could disrupt access to essential drugs in the U.S., especially drugs where the Canadian is the only or the most commonly used product,” said Tadrous, who is also a licensed pharmacist. “This is across the board for treatments for infections and chronic diseases.”Some medications that are sole sourced…

30 Mar

Danielle Smith’s Soft Approach to Trump Sparks Controversy in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAlberta, Danielle Smith, Donald Trump, Pierre Poilievre

National Times Bureau, March 30, 2025 – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is willing to step into the "lion's den" to persuade American officials against imposing Canadian tariffs, taking an unorthodox approach by courting former U.S. President Donald Trump and engaging with right-wing media.While many Canadian leaders, including Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford, have taken a hard stance against Trump, Smith has chosen a more diplomatic route. However, her strategy has drawn criticism not only from political opponents but also from allies in Alberta and across the country.Her approach has put federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in…

29 Mar

Trump and Canadian PM Carney Hold First Call Amid Trade Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada-U.S. relations, Mark Carney, Trump

Washington, March 29, 2025 – U.S. President Donald Trump described his first conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney as "extremely productive" on Friday, despite ongoing tensions over trade policies and Trump's repeated calls for Canada's annexation.Trump stated on his Truth Social platform that he and Carney agreed to meet after Canada’s general election on April 28. The prime minister called for the elections shortly after replacing Justin Trudeau two weeks ago."I just finished speaking with Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada. It was an extremely productive call, we agree on many things," Trump said. "We will meet immediately after…

29 Mar

Poilievre Claims Trump Prefers Liberal Victory in Canada’s Election

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada election, Donald Trump, Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre

Ottawa, March 29, 2025: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has accused former U.S. President Donald Trump of favoring a Liberal victory in Canada’s upcoming election. Poilievre suggested that Trump sees a government led by Liberal leader Mark Carney as more vulnerable to U.S. pressure.According to Poilievre, Trump’s history of trade disputes with Canada and his aggressive stance on economic policies indicate a preference for a weaker Canadian administration. He argued that Liberal policies, particularly in the energy sector, have diminished Canada’s global standing, aligning with Trump’s interests.In response, Carney dismissed Poilievre’s remarks, emphasizing Canada’s sovereignty and commitment to strong U.S. relations.…