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02 Feb

Canada to Launch Sixth Green Bond Issuance With New 10-Year Offering

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada green bonds, climate action, Department of Finance Canada, sustainable finance

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Canada announced on Monday that it will launch its sixth issuance of Canadian-dollar-denominated green bonds this week, subject to market conditions, as part of its ongoing push to finance climate-friendly growth. For the upcoming issuance, the government plans to introduce a new 10-year green bond. The move follows strong investor demand seen in previous offerings, including a $1-billion 30-year green bond issued in October 2025 and a $1.5-billion re-opening of a 7-year bond first launched in February 2025. Canada’s green bond program, introduced in March 2022, is designed to support investments in clean growth,…

01 Feb

Man Charged in 48 Vehicle Break-and-Enters Across Mississauga: Peel Police

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadacar break and enter, Mississauga crime, Peel Regional Police, vehicle break-ins

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Peel Regional Police have arrested and charged a man they allege is responsible for 48 vehicle break-and-enters in Mississauga. In a news release, police said they received “numerous reports” beginning in December 2025 about vehicle break-ins in the areas of Kimbermount Avenue, Aquitaine Avenue and Regents Terrace. Investigators from 11 Division’s Criminal Investigation Bureau, with assistance from the BEAR Unit and uniform patrol officers, conducted an extensive investigation into the incidents. On Jan. 26, police arrested 20-year-old Basil Ass’ad, who is listed as having no fixed address. He has been charged with: 48 counts of mischief over…

01 Feb

Canada Restarts Beef Exports to China After 2021 Ban, Offering Relief to Producers

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAlberta cattle producers, BSE, Canada beef exports, China market, mad cow disease

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has resumed beef exports to China, ending a years-long suspension that had cut off a major overseas market and created challenges for producers, particularly in Alberta. The development comes at a crucial time, with national cattle supplies remaining tight and beef prices elevated. China halted Canadian beef imports in late 2021 after an atypical case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), commonly known as mad cow disease, was detected on an Alberta farm. Producers say reopening the market is a welcome move amid global trade uncertainty.“It’s always good news when a new market is made available to…

01 Feb

Danielle Smith Avoids Separatism Talk, Champions Conservative Agenda at Calgary Convention

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta Premier, Calgary, Conservative Party convention, Danielle Smith, Pierre Poilievre

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith showcased her political clout among federal Conservative Party faithful on Saturday, delivering a rousing speech in Calgary that leaned heavily into core conservative priorities while steering clear of the separatist debate that has dominated headlines this week. The premier received a warm reception and a standing ovation from delegates, underscoring both her popularity within conservative circles and the advantage of speaking on home turf. “It is a true pleasure to welcome Conservatives from across the country to Calgary, into the heartland of conservatism in Canada,” Smith said as she took the stage. Apart…

31 Jan

Canada Computers Confirms Customer Data Breach, Faces Calls for Greater Transparency

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada Computers, credit card data, customer information leak, data breach

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Canada Computers & Electronics has acknowledged a data breach involving the personal information of some online customers, but the retailer is drawing criticism for providing limited details about the incident, including how many people were affected and when the breach occurred. In a statement to CBC News, the company said it became aware of the breach on Friday and confirmed that customer data — including credit card information — had been compromised. Affected customers were notified on Monday, advised on precautionary steps, and the incident was reported to authorities. However, neither the company’s public statement nor customer…

31 Jan

B.C. Introduces Competitive Power Allocation for AI and Data Centres to Manage Rising Demand

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canadaartificial intelligence, B.C. Hydro, British Columbia, data centres, electricity supply

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): The British Columbia government has rolled out a new electricity allocation system requiring data centres and artificial intelligence (AI) companies to compete for power as demand from energy-intensive industries continues to grow. Under the new framework, B.C. Hydro will distribute electricity to high-load sectors through a competitive bidding process. Energy Minister Adrian Dix said the move is aimed at ensuring the stability of the provincial power grid while supporting sustainable economic growth. B.C. Hydro president and CEO Charlotte Mitha said a structured process is essential to manage the surge in large power requests from AI firms and…

31 Jan

Canada Denied Entry to Jeffrey Epstein in 2018 Over Criminal Conviction: U.S. Records

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada entry denial, Canadian consulate, Jeffrey Epstein, U.S. Justice Department documents

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Newly released documents from the United States Justice Department reveal that the Canadian government denied convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein permission to enter the country in 2018 because of his criminal record. The documents, part of a massive release of around 3.5 million pages made public on Friday, include email correspondence between Epstein and Canadian officials. Epstein had approached the Canadian consulate in Los Angeles seeking a temporary resident permit for a visit to Vancouver from April 11 to 13, 2018, where he planned to attend a TED conference. According to the records, the Consulate General of…

31 Jan

Exploits River Flooding Forces Evacuation in Newfoundland’s Badger

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaBadger flooding, Exploits River, ice jam, Newfoundland evacuation

Badger, N.L. (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of the town of Badger in central Newfoundland were forced to leave their homes late Thursday after rising water from the Exploits River overflowed its banks, flooding parts of the community. Local resident Melissa Mercer said the river, which she often describes as being “in her backyard,” had quite literally reached her property by Thursday night. Town officials ordered Mercer and dozens of others to evacuate as floodwaters advanced into residential areas. She has since taken shelter in a hotel in nearby Grand Falls-Windsor along with her two dogs. Badger, a community of about 685…

31 Jan

Ontario Judge Steps Down After Misconduct Finding, Avoids Disciplinary Sanctions

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): An Ontario judge found to have committed judicial misconduct in connection with allegations of sexual assault has retired from the bench, bringing disciplinary proceedings against him to an abrupt end. The Ontario Judicial Council confirmed on its website that Justice Paul Currie has officially retired from the Ontario Court of Justice, effective Friday. As a result, the council said it no longer has the authority to continue proceedings related to the complaint against him. Earlier this month, on January 13, a hearing panel of the council ruled that the majority of allegations raised in a formal complaint…

31 Jan

B.C. Introduces Competitive Power Allocation for AI and Data Centres

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingBritish Columbia

British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): The British Columbia government has announced a new competitive system to allocate electricity to artificial intelligence firms and data centre developments, a move aimed at managing rapidly rising demand for power while prioritising projects with long-term benefits for the province. Under the new framework, companies will compete for access to a fixed pool of 400 megawatts of electricity over the next two years. Energy Minister Adrian Dix said the approach is designed to ensure that limited power resources are directed toward projects that deliver strong economic returns, environmental responsibility, community benefits and data sovereignty for B.C.…