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Redstone Community Association to Host 3rd Annual Stampede Breakfast at Redstone Park

Redstone Community Association to Host 3rd Annual Stampede Breakfast at Redstone Park

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Redstone Community Association, in collaboration with Uppal Law Group, Protax Block, Uppal Legal Group, and Calgary Best Buy Furniture & Mattress, is set to host its 3rd Annual Free Stampede Breakfast event at Redstone Park Soccer Playground in northeast Calgary. The community celebration will take place on Sunday, July 5, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 60 Red Sky Way NE, Calgary, T3N 0X6. The event aims to bring residents together for a family-friendly morning featuring a traditional Stampede breakfast along with entertainment and activities for all age groups. Organizers have announced a range of…
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IHIT Takes Over Surrey Homicide Investigation After Fatal Shooting

IHIT Takes Over Surrey Homicide Investigation After Fatal Shooting

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has assumed conduct of a homicide investigation following a fatal shooting in Surrey that claimed the life of one man early Sunday morning.According to police, officers with the Surrey Police Service (SPS) responded at approximately 12:22 a.m. on May 31, 2026, to reports of a shooting in the area of 138 Street and 62 Avenue. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a male victim inside a vehicle that had collided with a power pole. The victim was suffering from gunshot wounds.SPS officers immediately provided emergency medical assistance until paramedics from…
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CHCC BC Chapter Strengthens Business Connections Through Informative Networking and Financial Planning Sessions

CHCC BC Chapter Strengthens Business Connections Through Informative Networking and Financial Planning Sessions

Vancouver (Richa Walia): The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) – BC Chapter successfully hosted its monthly business networking meeting on May 27, bringing together entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders for an evening of learning, networking, and collaboration. The event, held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., provided attendees with valuable opportunities to connect with fellow business professionals while gaining practical knowledge from industry experts. The evening commenced with registration and networking over tea and snacks, creating a welcoming environment for members and guests. Attendees were also introduced to the activities of the Hariprabodham Parivar Cricket League through a brief…
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VHP Canada Mourns Death of Indian Student Vidhi Megha; Indian Consulate Toronto & National Times Media Group React, Raise Concerns Over Public Safety and Investigation Delays

VHP Canada Mourns Death of Indian Student Vidhi Megha; Indian Consulate Toronto & National Times Media Group React, Raise Concerns Over Public Safety and Investigation Delays

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP Canada) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of 22-year-old Indian student Vidhi Megha, who was fatally stabbed in Ontario’s Niagara Region. The organization extended condolences to her family and urged governments and law enforcement agencies to strengthen public safety, particularly for international students and immigrant communities across Canada. Originally from Gujarat, India, Megha had come to Canada to pursue higher education. According to her family, she was stabbed on May 15 in the Niagara Region, but authorities informed them about the incident approximately 10 days later, causing additional distress and concern. Her…
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay Elected Leader of BC Conservative Party After Tight Leadership Contest; Political Leaders React

Kerry-Lynne Findlay Elected Leader of BC Conservative Party After Tight Leadership Contest; Political Leaders React

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): The BC Conservative Party has elected Kerry-Lynne Findlay as its new leader following a closely contested, multiround leadership race held in Vancouver on Saturday. The result was finalized after several rounds of ranked-ballot voting, where Findlay ultimately secured a narrow majority support from party members.The leadership contest brought together thousands of members from across British Columbia and is being described as one of the most significant internal votes in the party’s recent history. Findlay’s victory came after a competitive race involving several prominent candidates, including Caroline Elliott, Peter Milobar, Iain Black, and Yuri Fulmer.Findlay, a former federal…
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Bhakti, Beats & Bliss: Dhoom Events’ Bhajan Clubbing Draws Massive Participation, Creates a Spiritually Uplifting Evening

Bhakti, Beats & Bliss: Dhoom Events’ Bhajan Clubbing Draws Massive Participation, Creates a Spiritually Uplifting Evening

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Dhoom Events successfully hosted its unique “Bhajan Clubbing” evening, bringing together spirituality, music, and community celebration in an unforgettable gathering that attracted devotees and music lovers in large numbers. Held under the theme “Bhakti, Beats & Bliss,” the event witnessed overwhelming participation from members of the community who came together to enjoy an evening filled with devotional music, live performances, singing, dancing, and spiritual joy. The program, supported by the International Hindu Foundation, created a vibrant atmosphere where faith and entertainment blended seamlessly. Hundreds of devotees participated in the event and enthusiastically enjoyed the spiritual evening. The…
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LRT Extension Contractor Fined $120,000 After Worker Seriously Injured on Edmonton West Line Project

LRT Extension Contractor Fined $120,000 After Worker Seriously Injured on Edmonton West Line Project

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): A company involved in constructing the west Edmonton Light Rail Transit (LRT) extension has been fined $120,000 following a serious workplace injury on a major transit project site. Marigold Infrastructure Partners Inc., acting as the employer, pleaded guilty on May 26 in the Edmonton Court of Justice to one count under Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code. The charge related to failing to ensure equipment or material was properly contained, restrained, or protected to eliminate potential danger in the workplace. As part of the proceedings, the Crown withdrew 13 additional charges. Charges against related entities, including…
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Virsa Foundation Presents “Mela Virse Da 2026” in Abbotsford

Virsa Foundation Presents “Mela Virse Da 2026” in Abbotsford

Abbotsford (Richa Walia): Virsa Foundation is set to organize the grand cultural event “Mela Virse Da 2026” on July 4, 2026, at the AG-REC Centre, Abbotsford. The ladies-only annual mela will celebrate Punjabi culture, traditions, entertainment, and community spirit while also supporting a meaningful cause. The event will feature well-known personalities including Eknoor Dhaliwal, Anmol Ratan Group, Jinder Saini, special guest Raman Sandhu, Aman Rozi, and Gurdev Kaur. Organizers are expecting a large gathering of women from across the Lower Mainland and nearby communities. The event will take place from 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at AG-REC Centre, 32470 Haida…
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Alberta Government Announces Province-Wide Referendum on Separation Debate; NDP Criticizes Move

Alberta Government Announces Province-Wide Referendum on Separation Debate; NDP Criticizes Move

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): : The Government of Alberta has approved an Order in Council authorizing a province-wide referendum that will ask Albertans whether the province should remain part of Canada or whether the provincial government should begin the legal process required to eventually hold a binding referendum on separation. The referendum, approved under Alberta’s Referendum Act by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, is scheduled to take place across the province on October 19, 2026 as a stand-alone vote. Under the proposed question, voters will be asked to choose between two options. The first option states that Alberta should remain a…
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Prayag V. Dalbhatwala Remembered: Funeral and Final Rites Scheduled in Calgary on 31st May

Prayag V. Dalbhatwala Remembered: Funeral and Final Rites Scheduled in Calgary on 31st May

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The family and loved ones of Prayag V. Dalbhatwala are deeply mourning his passing, remembering him as a cherished young soul whose memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him. A prayer service and final rites have been scheduled at Country Hills Crematorium & Funeral Services in Calgary on Sunday, May 31 at 10:00 AM. Family, friends, and community members are invited to gather in prayer and pay their final respects as they come together to honour his life. The announcement has been shared by the grieving family, who expressed heartfelt…
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