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12 Apr

Hanuman Janmotsav Celebrations by Asha Circle Association in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Asha Circle Association is commemorating the sacred birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, the embodiment of strength, courage, and unwavering devotion, on Friday, April 19th at the Hindu Society of Calgary, located at 2225 24 Ave NE, Calgary, AB. The Hanuman Janmotsav celebration will commence at 4:00 PM and continue until 8:00 PM, featuring Sundarkand Path, soul-stirring Bhajans, Aarti, and Prasad distribution. The spiritual gathering aims to unite the community in chanting the holy name of Bajrangbali and seeking divine blessings. All devotees and families are warmly invited to attend this sacred celebration and immerse themselves in the…

12 Apr

Alberta Reports 58 Measles Cases as Health Officials Urge Immunization

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Mark Joffe, issued a public statement on Friday addressing the growing number of measles cases in the province and outlined crucial steps Albertans can take to protect themselves and their communities. As of April 11, a total of 58 confirmed measles cases have been reported across Alberta, with central and southern zones being closely monitored due to a noticeable uptick. While officials estimate that 48 of these cases are no longer contagious, Dr. Joffe cautioned that this does not mean the overall risk has passed. “There may be undiagnosed cases…

12 Apr

Expanding Alberta’s reach with Abu Dhabi office

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s new Abu Dhabi Office will support the province’s push for more global customers and help seek out partnerships in energy, agriculture, manufacturing and more. Alberta’s government has chosen Abu Dhabi for its newest international office due to its status as a regional and global hub for business, investment and trade, as well as its ability to connect Alberta to accelerating opportunities in the Middle East and emerging markets in North Africa. The United Arab Emirates is a global leader in implementing new and emerging technology to enhance its oil and gas developments, while also aggressively growing…

12 Apr

Alberta News: Supporting francophone education

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has one of the fastest-growing francophone and French-speaking populations in Canada. To support the growing number of francophone students in the province, Alberta’s government, through Budget 2025, is investing in new school spaces and increasing grant funding for francophone school boards. “We’re committed to improving accessibility to francophone education by building more schools now to ensure all francophone students have the resources, spaces and opportunities they need to succeed.”Demetrios Nicolaides, Minister of Education Budget 2025 is providing funding for a new K-6 school in southwest Edmonton as part of Conseil scolaire Centre-Nord, adding more than 340…

11 Apr

Fueling innovation, strengthening Alberta’s grid

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): As Alberta’s population and economy continue to grow, so does the demand for reliable utilities. From heating and cooling homes to powering communities and businesses, Albertans need to know they have access to affordable utilities they can depend on, when and where they need them. Bill 52, the Energy and Utilities Statutes Amendment Act, 2025, proposes changes to meet growing demand, prioritizing reliability and affordability in the modernization of the utility system. If passed, the Energy and Utilities Statutes Amendment Act will enable hydrogen use in Alberta’s natural gas system. It will also support critical updates to power market rules and…

11 Apr

Alberta News: Opening more doors to primary care

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Alberta’s government is working to ensure every resident has access to the primary care services they need. With a focus on regions with limited access to care, the new centres will serve as hubs for services in rural, remote and Indigenous communities. The centres will increase access to primary care providers – such as physicians, nurse practitioners and pharmacists – while easing pressure on emergency departments and urgent care centres by providing convenient, day-to-day health care services under one roof. “We are committed to making primary health care more accessible. Advancing plans for new primary care centres will make it…

11 Apr

Boosting Alberta’s fire network for faster wildfire response

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta's government is providing a $900,000 boost to the Alberta fire weather network to upgrade equipment, protect at-risk communities and improve wildfire response. With the 2025 wildfire season underway, Alberta’s government is focused on improving wildfire prevention, mitigation and readiness to respond. Central to these efforts is the province’s fire weather network, which plays a vital role in predicting fire conditions and detecting fires earlier. That is why Alberta’s government is investing an additional $900,000 over three years, bringing the total to $1.9 million over three years for upgrades to the network and to add new stations…

10 Apr

Mark Carney Stands Firm on LGBTQ+ Rights Amid Controversial Legislation

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Liberal Leader Mark Carney spoke out about LGBTQ+ rights for the first time in the campaign, addressing the pressing issue of gender-affirming care during a stop in Calgary on April 9. Until then, his party had largely remained silent on 2SLGBTQ+ issues, focusing instead on the economic consequences of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada. Dylan Robertson, a reporter with the Canadian Press, questioned Carney about his government's stance on protecting access to gender-affirming care under the Canada Health Act and whether any action would be taken to address the "backsliding" of rights for gender and…

10 Apr

Mark Carney Vows Balanced Energy Strategy if Liberals Win Election

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged on Wednesday that a re-elected Liberal government would focus on advancing both clean energy initiatives and low-emission traditional energy sources. Speaking at a press conference in Calgary ahead of the upcoming federal election on April 28, Carney emphasized a dual approach to Canada’s energy future, prioritizing innovation in green energy while continuing to develop conventional energy resources with the lowest possible carbon footprint. He also underlined plans to strengthen Canada’s energy independence by replacing foreign energy imports, including those from the United States, with domestically produced alternatives. “Our focus will be…

10 Apr

Donald Trump Eases Global Tariffs but Leaves Canadian Trade Terms Untouched

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has slightly softened his aggressive global tariff stance following days of market volatility, though no changes have been made to the duties currently impacting Canada. In a move that surprised international observers, Trump announced a 90-day suspension on some of the steepest tariffs imposed under his “reciprocal” trade model. However, a baseline 10 percent tariff on imports from most countries will continue to apply, according to a clarification issued later by a White House official. Since returning to the presidency earlier this year, Trump has pursued an assertive approach to reshaping global trade,…