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Alberta Projects C$9.4 Billion Deficit as Softening Oil Prices Strain Provincial Coffers
27 Feb

Alberta Projects C$9.4 Billion Deficit as Softening Oil Prices Strain Provincial Coffers

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, , , , ,
Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) — The Government of Alberta has unveiled a stark fiscal outlook for the upcoming fiscal year, projecting a significant C$9.4 billion deficit as the province grapples with the impact of lower global oil prices. Finance Minister Nate Horner presented the 2026-27 provincial budget on Thursday, highlighting a sharp reversal from the modest surpluses of previous years. The shift underscores the province's continued vulnerability to the volatile energy markets that remain the backbone of its economy. The projected shortfall is primarily attributed to a downward revision in the forecast for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude, the North American…
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Canada Softens Stance on India Allegations Ahead of PM Carney’s Landmark Visit
26 Feb

Canada Softens Stance on India Allegations Ahead of PM Carney’s Landmark Visit

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OTTAWA (Rajeev Sharma) — In a major shift in diplomatic posture, the Canadian federal government has officially stated its belief that India is no longer linked to violent criminal activities within Canada. This announcement, first reported by the Toronto Star, came during a high-level media briefing on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, just ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s scheduled departure for his first state visit to Mumbai and New Delhi. Senior government officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, indicated that the decision to proceed with the visit is a direct result of increased confidence that foreign interference and "repressive activities"…
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Hamilton Police Veteran Charged with Possession and Transmission of Child Sexual Exploitation Material
26 Feb

Hamilton Police Veteran Charged with Possession and Transmission of Child Sexual Exploitation Material

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, , ,
HAMILTON, ON (Rajeev Sharma) — A veteran officer with the Hamilton Police Service has been arrested and charged with multiple offences involving the possession and transmission of child sexual abuse and exploitation material. Constable Dave Hamilton, 43, a 19-year veteran of the force, was taken into custody on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, following an investigation by the Halton Regional Police Service. The charges relate to alleged offences that occurred in Burlington between January 3 and January 4 of this year. In an immediate administrative response, the Hamilton Police Service confirmed that Constable Hamilton has been suspended without pay. This action…
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One Fatality and Four Injured After Vehicle Crashes into Ottawa Drop-In Centre
26 Feb

One Fatality and Four Injured After Vehicle Crashes into Ottawa Drop-In Centre

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , ,
OTTAWA (Rajeev Sharma) — A tragic incident in downtown Ottawa on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, has left one man dead and four others injured after a vehicle crashed into a local drop-in centre. The collision occurred around 9:00 a.m. at the intersection of Rideau and Cobourg streets, precisely as the Capital City Mission was opening its doors to provide food and warm clothing to the city’s vulnerable population. Ottawa Police confirmed that four pedestrians were struck in the crash, including a man in his 70s who was initially transported to the hospital in critical condition with life-threatening injuries. Authorities later…
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Charges Dropped Against Ontario Man Who Confronted Armed Intruder in Lindsay Apartment
26 Feb

Charges Dropped Against Ontario Man Who Confronted Armed Intruder in Lindsay Apartment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, , ,
LINDSAY, ON (Rajeev Sharma) — The Crown has officially withdrawn all charges against an Ontario man who was accused of assaulting an intruder inside his residence last summer. Jeremy David McDonald, a resident of Lindsay, had been facing counts of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon following a high-profile incident on August 18, 2025. The case, which drew intense public scrutiny and comments from provincial leadership, concluded in a Lindsay courtroom on Thursday morning, February 26, 2026, after prosecutors determined there was no longer a reasonable prospect of conviction. The incident began in the middle of the night when…
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Carney to Launch Strategic Indo-Pacific Reset with Landmark Visit to India, Australia, and Japan Today
26 Feb

Carney to Launch Strategic Indo-Pacific Reset with Landmark Visit to India, Australia, and Japan Today

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , ,
OTTAWA (Rajeev Sharma) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to depart for Mumbai, India, at 10:00 a.m. local time today, Thursday, February 26, 2026, marking the start of a high-stakes diplomatic mission across the Indo-Pacific. This ten-day tour, which includes high-level stops in India, Australia, and Japan, represents Carney’s first major international foray since succeeding Justin Trudeau. The mission is designed to signal a robust shift in Canada’s foreign policy, focusing on economic resilience, defense cooperation, and the diversification of trade in an increasingly volatile global landscape. The Prime Minister’s itinerary begins in Mumbai, the financial heart of…
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Yeh Shaam Preet Ke Naam: Soulful Tribute to Jagjit Singh to Grace Calgary Stage on February 28
26 Feb

Yeh Shaam Preet Ke Naam: Soulful Tribute to Jagjit Singh to Grace Calgary Stage on February 28

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , , ,
Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Calgary’s lovers of ghazals and classic melodies are set to witness a memorable musical evening as “Yeh Shaam Preet Ke Naam – Tribute to Jagjit Singh” is being presented on February 28, 2026, at the Engineered Air Theatre (234 9 Ave SE, Calgary). The concert is dedicated to celebrating the timeless musical legacy of legendary ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh, whose soulful voice and poetic expression continue to touch hearts across generations. The evening will feature powerful and melodious performances by Nilesh Prashad, Kavita Jayaram, Gursharan Singh, Valorine Melani (Meeka Singh), Baljit Kalsi, Arijita Roy Gautham, Sohail…
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British Columbia Speaker Issues Rare Public Rebuke After Chaotic Question Period
25 Feb

British Columbia Speaker Issues Rare Public Rebuke After Chaotic Question Period

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, , ,
Victoria, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): The Speaker of British Columbia’s Legislative Assembly, Raj Chouhan, delivered a sharp and rare public reprimand to members of the legislature on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The rebuke followed a particularly contentious question period that devolved into shouting, persistent heckling, and repeated interruptions, prompting the Speaker to label the display an "embarrassment" to the province. As the proceedings concluded, Speaker Chouhan directed his frustration at both sides of the house, emphasizing that the public expects a higher standard of decorum. "Don’t try to be too cool. The public watches us every day," Chouhan warned, asserting that…
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Charley Crockett Denied Entry into Canada; Canadian Tour Dates Cancelled
25 Feb

Charley Crockett Denied Entry into Canada; Canadian Tour Dates Cancelled

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Acclaimed Texas country singer Charley Crockett has been forced to cancel the Canadian leg of his 2026 North American tour after being denied entry into the country this past weekend. The 41-year-old musician, known for his unique blend of country-folk and blues, was scheduled to perform at Saskatoon’s TCU Place this Wednesday, February 25, followed by a series of shows across major cities including Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa. The denial of entry stems from a March 2016 conviction in Virginia for felony possession and trafficking of marijuana. In a heartfelt post on his Instagram account, Crockett explained…
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Jason McKay Sentenced Again to Life in Prison for 2017 Murder of Wife
25 Feb

Jason McKay Sentenced Again to Life in Prison for 2017 Murder of Wife

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , ,
Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Nearly nine years after the brutal killing of his wife, Jason McKay has been sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole for 17 years. This decision, handed down by Justice Beverly Klatt at the Court of King’s Bench on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, mirrors the original sentence McKay received in 2020 before a successful appeal led to a retrial. McKay formally pleaded guilty to second-degree murder on January 23, 2026, marking the end of a long and painful legal journey for the victim's family. The case dates back to September 2017, when 33-year-old Jenny…
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