Canada Archives - Page 27 of 170

15 May

Carney Government Considers Major “Asset Recycling” Plan Involving Airports and Ports to Fund Infrastructure

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, OntarioMark Carney

Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that the federal government is exploring a large-scale “asset recycling” strategy that could involve selling or restructuring public assets such as airports and ports to raise capital for national infrastructure and economic growth priorities. The approach is being considered as a way to help finance a new infrastructure package reportedly valued at around $25 billion. Under the proposed framework, the government would “recycle” capital currently tied up in federally owned assets and redirect it toward new nation-building projects. Officials say the concept is still in early development stages and no…

15 May

Carney and Smith to Announce Major Canada–Alberta Energy Deal on Friday in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingDanielle Smith, Mark Carney

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will jointly announce a significant energy agreement in Calgary on Friday 15th May, focusing on industrial carbon pricing and progress on a potential west coast pipeline. The expected deal will outline a framework to align federal and Alberta carbon pricing policies, with a long term industrial price target of around $130 per tonne by 2040. It is also expected to advance planning discussions for a proposed oil pipeline to British Columbia’s coast, although no final approval is anticipated. Officials say the agreement is part of ongoing negotiations aimed…

15 May

Oakville Dental Office Employee Charged in Alleged $235,000 Fraud Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, Trendingoakville

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Halton Regional Police Service has charged a former employee of an Oakville dental office in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving approximately $235,000 in business funds over nearly two years. Police say the investigation began in April 2025 after the dental practice reported suspicious financial activity. The case was assigned to the Financial Crimes Unit, which launched an in-depth investigation into the movement of funds and internal transactions linked to the business. Investigators allege that between May 2023 and January 2025, the accused employee, while working in an administrative capacity at the clinic, redirected payments and…

15 May

Calgary Police Release CCTV Images in Fatal North Hill Co-op Shooting Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Police Service Homicide Unit is continuing its investigation into a fatal shooting that took place earlier this week in northeast Calgary and has now released CCTV images of a suspect vehicle believed to be connected to the incident. Police say officers responded at approximately 7:50 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026, to reports of gunfire in the parking lot of the Calgary Co-op North Hill. Upon arrival, officers discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to hospital, where one man was later pronounced deceased. The second victim remains in stable…

14 May

Canada crackdown: Two Punjabi youths arrested in Surrey firing case linked to extortion network

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada News

Rajeev Sharma :- Ending days of political suspense over the leadership issue in Kerala, the Congress high command on Thursday officially announced V. D. Satheesan as the new Chief Minister of the state. The decision was finalised after extensive consultations with senior leaders of the party’s Kerala unit. The announcement was made at the Congress headquarters in New Delhi by party observers Ajay Maken and Mukul Wasnik, along with Kerala in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi. Senior Congress leader Satheesan’s name had emerged as the frontrunner following several rounds of discussions within the party. Apart from Satheesan, Congress organisation general secretary K. C.…

13 May

CHCC Alberta Chapter Officially Kicks Off August 1 Gala Event in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, Trending

Calgary, ( Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) Alberta Chapter officially launched preparations for its highly anticipated Gala Event scheduled for August 1st during a meeting held today in Calgary. The meeting was attended by CHCC National President from Toronto, Maharishi Jani, who is currently on an official visit to Alberta. During his visit, he met with several sponsors and community leaders and formally kicked off the Gala event preparations. Members of the Alberta Chapter shared their thoughts, ideas, and suggestions to make the Gala a grand success. Several sponsors also confirmed their support and participation during…

12 May

Surrey Police Continue Search for Missing Man After Vehicle Found Near Duffey Lake Road

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingSurrey

Surrey( Rajeev Sharma): Surrey Police Service says concern is growing for missing 29-year-old Francisco Concha Martinez, who has not been seen or heard from since May 5, 2026. Police confirmed that Francisco’s last contact with family was also on May 5. Investigators later located his grey 2026 Mazda CX-30 on May 10 along Duffey Lake Road, approximately 50 kilometres outside Pemberton, B.C., prompting a wider search effort in the area. Francisco is described as a Hispanic male, 5-foot-5, weighing approximately 154 pounds, with black hair, a partial beard, and a slim build. Surrey Police are now asking anyone who may…

12 May

Surrey Police Chief Responds to Shootings, Says Gang Enforcement Remains a Priority

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, Trending

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Police chief Norm Lipinski says recent shootings in Surrey are “deeply concerning” and reaffirmed that addressing gang violence and organized crime remains a top priority for the Surrey Police Service (SPS). In a detailed statement following recent violent incidents, Chief Lipinski said SPS temporarily reassigned its eight-member Gang Crime Unit to help tackle an unprecedented extortion crisis targeting businesses across Surrey and to manage pressures caused by the accelerated police transition from the RCMP to SPS. He clarified that the decision was made to respond to immediate public safety threats and “not to diminish gang enforcement.” According…

12 May

One Dead, Another Injured in Targeted Shooting at North Hill Co-op Parking Lot in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A heavy police presence remains in northwest Calgary after a fatal shooting outside the North Hill Co-op on Monday evening. According to the Calgary Police Service, officers responded around 7:50 p.m. on May 11, 2026, to reports of gunshots in the parking lot of the grocery store located at 520 – 16 Avenue N.W. When officers arrived, two men were found suffering from gunshot wounds and were rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition. Police later confirmed that one of the victims has died. Investigators say the suspects fled the scene before police arrived and no arrests…

12 May

Calgary to Celebrate Grand “Hariyali Celebration , Inspired by Rajasthan” on August 8

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A vibrant evening of culture, tradition, music, and community spirit is coming to Calgary with the grand “Hariyali Celebration – Inspired by Rajasthan” on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the New Indo-Canadian Centre. Inspired by the traditional festival of Hariyali Teej, the celebration marks the joyful arrival of the monsoon season and honours the sacred bond of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. Guests can look forward to an evening filled with green-themed elegance, mehndi, music, cultural performances, and festive community celebrations inspired by the rich heritage of Rajasthan. Ritu K Sharma shared the information and said…