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09 Apr

Canada Enforces 25% Tariff on Select US Vehicle Imports Amid Trade Tensions

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has officially started enforcing a 25 percent tariff on certain automobile imports from the United States, marking a significant development amid the ongoing trade dispute with Washington. The tariff's enforcement took effect just after midnight on Wednesday. It is reportedly a direct response to US tariffs imposed under the administration of President Donald Trump. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne issued a statement on Tuesday, stating Canada’s resolve: “Our government will continue to push back strongly against any unjustified and unreasonable trade actions.” The new tariff, initially unveiled by Prime Minister Mark Carney last week, targets vehicles imported…

09 Apr

Canada Increases Minimum Wage, A Huge Relief for Indian Workers and Students

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a move aimed at easing financial pressure amid soaring living costs, the Canadian government has announced a major relief for Indian workers and students through an increase in the federal minimum wage. The decision is expected to particularly benefit the large Indian diaspora residing in the country. Effective from April 1, the hourly federal minimum wage for employees in federally regulated private-sector jobs has been increased from CAD 17.30 to CAD 17.75. The 2.4 percent hike showcases Canada’s efforts to adjust wages in line with inflation, as determined by the annual Consumer Price Index. Steven MacKinnon,…

08 Apr

Mark Carney Visits Calgary to Support Liberal Candidates

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Calgary, (Rajeev Sharma): Liberal Party leader Mark Carney made a high-profile stop in Calgary today as part of his national tour to boost Liberal candidates ahead of the federal election on April 28. With a public event set for 7:30 PM MDT and doors opening an hour earlier, the visit marks a strategic effort to energize local supporters and flip traditionally conservative ridings.Carney, who recently took over the Liberal leadership, is banking on his reputation as a steady economic voice to rally undecided voters. His Calgary appearance follows campaign stops in Vancouver earlier this week, where he emphasized economic resilience…

08 Apr

Canada Raises Federal Minimum Wage to $17.75, Easing Pressure on Indian Students and Temp Workers

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Ottawa, April 8, 2025 — Amid soaring living costs, Indian students and temporary workers in Canada are set to benefit from a rise in the federal minimum wage. Effective April 1, the Canadian government has increased the rate from 17.30 to 17.75 Canadian dollars per hour for those employed in the federally regulated private sector.The move offers some financial relief for international students, many of whom juggle part-time jobs to manage rent, tuition, and daily expenses in a tight economy. With Indian students forming one of the largest international student populations in Canada, the wage hike is expected to positively…

07 Apr

Liberal Lead Grows to Double Digits as Carney Gains Ground Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions

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Ottawa, April 7, 2025 — The Liberals have surged to a commanding 12-point lead over the Conservatives as Canada’s federal election campaign enters its third week, according to a new Ipsos poll conducted for Global News.Support for the Liberals now stands at 46 per cent, up two points from last week. In contrast, Conservative support has dropped four points to 34 per cent. With this gap, the Liberals are firmly in majority government territory if the election were held today, Ipsos noted.NDP support edged up to 10 per cent, while the Green Party and Bloc Québécois gained one point each,…

07 Apr

Canada Issues Updated Travel Advisory for the US Following Actor’s Detention

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government has revised its travel advisory for citizens heading to the United States, warning travelers to prepare for heightened security checks and possible scrutiny at U.S. border crossings. The update comes a month after Canadian actress Jasmine Mooney — known for her role in American Pie — was reportedly detained by U.S. immigration authorities in San Diego, California. Stricter Checks and Device Screenings In the advisory updated on April 4, Ottawa cautioned Canadian travelers to be "compliant and forthcoming" when interacting with U.S. border officials. The updated guidance also notes that American authorities are authorized…

07 Apr

Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits BAPS Mandir on Ram Navami; Hindu Group Raises Concerns Over Representation

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Toronto to participate in Ram Navami celebrations, extending his greetings to the Hindu community during the auspicious occasion. Marking his first visit to the temple, Carney joined worshippers in celebrating the start of the Ram Navami festival, which signifies the culmination of the nine-day Navratri celebration and honors the birth of Lord Ram. On Sunday, Carney wrote to X (formerly Twitter): “Joined Hindu community members at the @BAPS_Toronto Mandir yesterday for the first day of Ram Navami celebrations. Thank you for sharing your traditions and…

06 Apr

Parliament Hill Lockdown Ends Peacefully, 31-Year-Old Man Charged

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Ottawa, April 6, 2025 — A tense hours-long lockdown at Parliament Hill on Saturday ended without injuries after Ottawa police arrested a 31-year-old man who entered the East Block and made threats to public safety.According to the Ottawa Police Service (OPS), the incident began around 2:40 p.m. when the man entered the security screening area of the East Block and started issuing threats. He was quickly isolated to the screening zone as the Parliamentary Protective Service and OPS initiated an evacuation of the building and surrounding area.Authorities discovered several suspicious packages during the lockdown, but after thorough checks, no explosives,…

06 Apr

Indian National Dharmesh Kathireeya Killed in Suspected Hate Crime in Canada

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Ottawa, April 6, 2025 — A 27-year-old Indian national, Dharmesh Kathireeya, was fatally stabbed in what is being investigated as a suspected hate crime in Rockland, Ontario, a township near Canada’s capital. Kathireeya, originally from Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, had moved to Canada in 2019 as an international student and was currently working on a permit.The incident occurred Friday afternoon when Kathireeya was exiting a shared laundry room in his residential building. Witnesses said a white male neighbor in his 60s, who had previously hurled racial and anti-Indian slurs at Kathireeya and his wife, attacked him with a knife in…

06 Apr

Canadians See 2025 Federal Election as Most Crucial Yet Amid Trump Tensions

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Toronto, April 6, 2025 — A vast majority of Canadians believe the ongoing federal election is the most important in the country’s history, as tensions rise over threats to Canadian sovereignty from U.S. President Donald Trump. According to a recent Nanos Research survey, 86 per cent of respondents said this election matters more than previous ones.This sentiment was strongest in Ontario and British Columbia, where nearly 90 per cent of people expressed heightened concern. Even in regions with slightly lower figures—such as Quebec and the Prairies—support for the statement remained high, at 79.2 and 81.9 per cent respectively.Nik Nanos, chief…