Canada

03 Sep

New Calgary Facility Expands Access to Advanced Cancer Treatment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is strengthening its cancer-care capabilities with a new radiopharmaceutical facility in Calgary, expanding the province’s ability to produce essential radioisotopes used in advanced cancer treatments. The facility is designed to address major transportation challenges associated with specialized radiopharmaceutical therapies. By producing critical radioisotopes closer to patients and treatment centres, the initiative is expected to help reduce logistical barriers and bring advanced cancer care closer to Albertans. Radiopharmaceuticals use radioactive substances to target cancer cells and are an increasingly important part of modern cancer treatment. Because some of the radioisotopes used in these therapies have short lifespans,…

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03 Sep

MITT COLLAPSES AS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ENROLMENT PLUNGES

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaHigher education, International Students, MITT, RRC Polytech, study permits, Winnipeg

Winnipeg (Rajeev Sharma): The Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) is winding down its operations after a more than 55 per cent collapse in international enrolment, making it one of the clearest signs yet that Canada’s international student crackdown is hitting the country’s colleges where it hurts most their classrooms, revenues and long-term viability. Once a popular destination for international students seeking career-focused education in trades, technology, business and health care, MITT is now being forced to restructure and transfer selected programs to Red River College Polytech (RRC Polytech). The dramatic fall in international enrolment has made MITT’s existing…

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03 Sep

‘Families Are Working More, But Falling Further Behind’: Jagruti Bhatt Unloads on Brampton’s Affordability Crisis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaaffordability, Brampton, Jagruti Bhatt, municipal election, Property Tax, rental licensing

Brampton (Rajeev Sharma): Brampton families are working harder, paying more and getting squeezed from every direction, mayoral candidate Jagruti Bhatt told National Times, as she unveiled an aggressive six-point affordability agenda aimed at tackling what she describes as a growing cost-of-living crisis in the city. In an exclusive conversation with National Times, Bhatt said the financial pressure on Brampton households has reached a point where families can work multiple jobs and still struggle to cover basic monthly expenses. Her campaign estimates that a typical household may face $5,000 to $7,500 or more every month when housing, property taxes, auto insurance,…

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03 Sep

CHCC ORGANISES POWERFUL BUSINESS DIALOGUE WITH DR. MOHAN BHAGWAT ON ‘DHARMA IN ENTERPRISE’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCHCC

TORONTO (Rajeev Sharma): Economic activity should extend beyond profit-making and contribute to the well-being of society, Dr. Mohan Bhagwat , RSS chief, said at a business leaders’ dialogue organized by the Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC). The event, titled “Dharma in Enterprise: A Business Leaders’ Dialogue,” focused on the relationship between economic growth, ethics, social responsibility and environmental sustainability. It was held under the theme “Where Culture Meets Commerce, Values Drive Business, and Growth Reflects Dharma.” Dr. Mohan Bhagwat said business has an important role in creating wealth, but argued that wealth should also be managed and used in…

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03 Sep

CHCC STRENGTHENS INDIA–CANADA BUSINESS TIES THROUGH HIGH-LEVEL DIASPORA ENGAGEMENT

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCHCC

TORONTO (Rajeev Sharma): — The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) is expanding its role as a growing business and advocacy organization for Indian Hindu entrepreneurs and professionals in Canada, with its active participation in high-level engagements involving senior Indian government officials helping create new opportunities for stronger economic connections between Canada and India. A key engagement was the Indian Diaspora and Businessmen Reception hosted by the Consulate General of India in Toronto on August 25, 2026, in the presence of Hon. Nirmala Sitharaman Ji, Finance Minister of the Government of India. CHCC members attended the reception and actively participated…

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03 Sep

CALGARY PREPARES FOR A GRAND JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATION AS HINDU SOCIETY INVITES COMMUNITY TO MARK LORD KRISHNA’S DIVINE BIRTH

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

CALGARY (Rajeev Sharma): — The Hindu Society of Calgary is preparing for a special and spiritually enriching Janmashtami celebration on Thursday, September 3, 2026, bringing families, devotees and community members together to mark the divine birth of Lord Krishna. The day-long celebration will begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue until midnight at the Hindu Society of Calgary, located at 2225 24 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8M2. The celebration will feature a range of religious and devotional activities designed to create an atmosphere of faith, joy and togetherness. The temple will be beautifully decorated for the occasion, providing devotees with…

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03 Sep

CALGARY CAREER FAIR 2026: CONNECTING TALENT WITH REAL OPPORTUNITIES AND BUILDING A UNITED FUTURE

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

CALGARY (Rajeev Sharma): — Under the theme “Diverse Roots, United Future,” the Universal Roots Foundation, in partnership with Gurukul Academy and IOFIT, is set to host the Calgary Career Fair 2026 on September 13, with MAX/PROTAX BLOCK serving as the Title Sponsor. The event is designed to bring employers, professionals, skilled workers and job seekers together on one platform, creating meaningful opportunities for employment, networking and career growth. Speaking to National Times, Savita and Jaspreet said the career fair has been planned as an inclusive platform for people from all industries and professional backgrounds, with a focus on connecting talent…

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03 Sep

ASIRT Wraps Up Probe Into AI-Generated Intimate Images Involving Alberta Peace Officer

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingASIRT

Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has completed its investigation into a case involving AI-generated intimate images and an Alberta Sheriffs peace officer. The matter was investigated as a Level 1 case, a category covering incidents involving serious injury or death, as well as allegations concerning an officer that are considered particularly serious or sensitive. ASIRT’s involvement in the case comes under expanded powers granted to the agency through changes to the Peace Officer Act, which came into effect in December 2025. Under the revised legislation, ASIRT can investigate Level 1 matters involving peace officers. Following…

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03 Sep

Alberta Announces $320 Million Expansion of Cardiac Care at Lethbridge Hospital

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Lethbridge (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has announced a major investment in cardiac and critical care services at Chinook Regional Hospital, with design work for the project set to begin this month. The province is committing $320 million to redevelop the hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab and expand its intensive care and cardiac care facilities. Construction is expected to get underway in October 2027. Chinook Regional Hospital serves Lethbridge as well as communities across southern Alberta and provides emergency treatment, specialised services and critical care to patients from across the region. ICU and Cardiac Care Capacity to Increase As part of…

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03 Sep

Oversized Load to Move Through Central Alberta on Sept. 4; Drivers Warned of Delays

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCentral Alberta

Central Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Motorists travelling between Tofield and Fort Saskatchewan on September 4 should expect slower traffic and possible delays as an exceptionally large and heavy load is transported along several major roads. The movement is scheduled to begin early in the morning, with the load departing from Dacro in Tofield at around 4:30 a.m. Because of its size and weight, the vehicle will travel at a maximum speed of 50 km/h and is expected to move below the normal posted speed limits. Guide vehicles will accompany the load throughout the journey. Due to the width required for the…

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