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Carney and Li Qiang Agree to Renew Canada-China Dialogue Amid Trade Tensions and Fentanyl Crisis
07 Jun

Carney and Li Qiang Agree to Renew Canada-China Dialogue Amid Trade Tensions and Fentanyl Crisis

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Ottawa/Beijing, June 7, 2025 – In a major development for Canada-China relations, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese Premier Li Qiang have agreed to "regularize channels of communication" between the two nations. The agreement signals a thaw in diplomatic ties that have been strained since 2018 and aims to facilitate cooperation on critical issues, including trade and the opioid epidemic.During a high-level phone conversation, both leaders stressed the need for consistent diplomatic engagement to resolve mutual concerns. Carney emphasized that restoring dialogue is essential to de-escalate economic frictions, particularly Chinese tariffs on Canadian agricultural exports such as canola, peas, and…
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G7 Summit Invitation Signals New Era in India-Canada Ties, Says Mark Carney
07 Jun

G7 Summit Invitation Signals New Era in India-Canada Ties, Says Mark Carney

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Ottawa/New Delhi (National Times): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has revealed the rationale behind inviting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the upcoming G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, despite India not being a formal member of the group. Carney, who recently assumed office after a sweeping electoral victory, said India’s global stature made its participation essential. "India is the fifth-largest economy in the world and the most populous country. Its presence is necessary, especially in view of the emerging world order," Carney said, underscoring New Delhi’s growing influence on the global stage. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Carney…
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Canada’s Unemployment Rate Climbs to 7% in May, Marking Highest Level Since 2016
06 Jun

Canada’s Unemployment Rate Climbs to 7% in May, Marking Highest Level Since 2016

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Ottawa, June 6, 2025 – Canada's unemployment rate rose to 7.0% in May, reaching its highest point since September 2016, excluding the pandemic years.  This marks the third consecutive monthly increase, with the rate up from 6.9% in April and a total rise of 0.4 percentage points since February.  Despite the uptick in unemployment, the Canadian economy added 8,800 jobs in May.  Economists noted that while the overall job market showed resilience, certain sectors, such as manufacturing, experienced declines.  Doug Porter of BMO Capital Markets highlighted the encouraging growth in full-time employment but pointed out ongoing weaknesses in specific industries. …
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Canada Introduces Bill C-3 to Expand Citizenship Rights and Restore Status to “Lost Canadians”
06 Jun

Canada Introduces Bill C-3 to Expand Citizenship Rights and Restore Status to “Lost Canadians”

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Ottawa, Canada (National Times): In a historic move aimed at making Canadian citizenship more inclusive and equitable, the federal government has tabled Bill C-3: An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act (2025). The legislation is designed to reverse the effects of the controversial “first-generation limit” on citizenship by descent, which has long impacted families of Canadians born abroad. The bill was announced by The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, who described it as a necessary step to remove unfair barriers that have denied citizenship to children of Canadians living outside the country. The Problem: First-Generation…
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Canada-U.S. Trade War Heats Up as Leaders Hold Quiet Talks to Resolve Tariff Dispute
06 Jun

Canada-U.S. Trade War Heats Up as Leaders Hold Quiet Talks to Resolve Tariff Dispute

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Ottawa/Washington: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump are in active direct communication amid intensifying trade tensions, triggered by Washington’s decision to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum exports from 25% to 50%.Describing the standoff as a full-fledged "trade war alongside negotiations," Canadian Industry Minister Mélanie Joly confirmed that the two leaders are pursuing a diplomatic path while navigating the economic fallout. Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are also engaged in backchannel talks to explore a resolution.U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra revealed that discussions…
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Canada Post Faces Labour Complaint Over Direct Bargaining With Workers
05 Jun

Canada Post Faces Labour Complaint Over Direct Bargaining With Workers

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has filed an unfair labour practice complaint against Canada Post, accusing the federal corporation of undermining union authority by directly engaging with employees during contract negotiations.The complaint, submitted to the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB), alleges that Canada Post is circumventing the union's exclusive bargaining role by directing employees to a “negotiations hub” website. This site, according to the union, provides real-time updates on bargaining progress and seeks feedback on offers—steps the CUPW considers a violation of established labour protocols.CUPW further contends that Canada Post has employed other direct communication…
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Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rate at 2.75%, Signals Caution Amid Trade Uncertainty
04 Jun

Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rate at 2.75%, Signals Caution Amid Trade Uncertainty

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Ottawa, June 4, 2025 — The Bank of Canada (BoC) has kept its key interest rate steady at 2.75% for the second consecutive time, reflecting a measured approach as uncertainties surrounding global trade and domestic inflation continue to loom.Governor Tiff Macklem said the central bank reached a "clear consensus" to pause any rate changes during the current cycle. “At this decision, there was a clear consensus to hold policy unchanged as we gain more information,” Macklem stated, pointing to both progress and persistent risks influencing the Canadian economy.While Canada's GDP growth exceeded expectations in the first quarter, registering a 2.2%…
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1 Dead, 5 Hospitalized After Shooting in Toronto’s Lawrence Heights on June 3
04 Jun

1 Dead, 5 Hospitalized After Shooting in Toronto’s Lawrence Heights on June 3

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Toronto — One person was killed and five others injured in a late-night shooting incident that unfolded in the Lawrence Heights area of Toronto on Tuesday, June 3.Toronto Police responded around 11:50 PM to reports of gunfire in the area of Varna Drive and Flemington Road, a residential neighbourhood located near the Yorkdale Shopping Centre. Upon arrival, officers found six individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw confirmed that one male victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The remaining five victims were transported to local hospitals with injuries ranging from serious to critical.Investigators believe the shooting was…
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Two Arrested in B.C. for Mississauga Homicide of Brampton Man Harjeet Dhadda
04 Jun

Two Arrested in B.C. for Mississauga Homicide of Brampton Man Harjeet Dhadda

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Mississauga/Delta (National Times): Peel Regional Police have announced the arrest of two suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of 51-year-old Harjeet Singh Dhadda, a Brampton resident who was killed in Mississauga on May 14. The shooting occurred at approximately 11:49 a.m. in a parking lot near Tranmere Drive and Telford Way. Dhadda was approached and shot multiple times in broad daylight before succumbing to his injuries at a nearby hospital. The suspects fled the scene in a stolen black 2018 Dodge Challenger, which was quickly located and recovered by police. Following an extensive investigation by the Homicide Bureau, police…
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Mass Shooting in Toronto’s Lawrence Heights Leaves One Dead, Five Injured
04 Jun

Mass Shooting in Toronto’s Lawrence Heights Leaves One Dead, Five Injured

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Toronto (National Times): A mass shooting rocked Toronto's Lawrence Heights neighbourhood on Tuesday evening, leaving one person dead and five others injured, according to police reports. The incident took place around 8:30 PM near the intersection of Flemington and Zachary Road, close to Ranee Avenue and Allen Road. Emergency services rushed to the scene following multiple reports of gunfire in the area. Toronto Police confirmed that one individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while five others were transported to local hospitals with varying degrees of injuries. The identities and conditions of the victims have not yet been released. Authorities…
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