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30 Jan

Stepfather of Missing Nova Scotia Children Charged With Sexual Assault and Forcible Confinement

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Nova Scotia (Rajeev Sharma): Daniel Martell, the stepfather of two Nova Scotia children who vanished nearly nine months ago, has been charged with sexual assault, assault and forcible confinement, CBC News has confirmed. Nova Scotia RCMP said Martell, 34, was arrested on Monday and now faces three charges related to an adult complainant. Police emphasized that the charges do not involve a child. Martell is scheduled to appear in Pictou provincial court on March 2. At the time of the children’s disappearance in May last year, Martell was living with Lilly and Jack Sullivan and their mother in the rural…

30 Jan

Ottawa Introduces Co-Payments for Refugees Under Interim Federal Health Program Starting May 1

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The federal government is changing how the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) operates, requiring refugees and asylum seekers to contribute toward the cost of certain supplemental health services. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced Tuesday that beginning May 1, people covered under the program will be required to pay a $4 co-payment for each eligible prescription medication filled or refilled. The federal department says the move is aimed at improving the long-term sustainability of the program as demand and costs continue to rise. In addition to prescription co-pays, beneficiaries will also be required to cover 30…

30 Jan

Doug Ford Urges Alberta Premier to Reject Separatism Amid Reports of U.S. Meetings

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Ontario Premier Doug Ford is calling on Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to clearly denounce separatist efforts in her province following reports that an Alberta-based independence group held meetings with U.S. officials. Speaking with reporters in Ottawa on Thursday, where he is attending meetings with Prime Minister Mark Carney and fellow premiers, Ford said the issue presents a moment for Smith to take a firm stand. “This is an opportunity for Premier Smith to stand up and say, ‘Enough is enough.’ Either you’re with Canada or you’re not with Canada,” Ford said. His comments come after The Financial…

30 Jan

Trump Threatens 50% Tariff on Canadian Aircraft, Targets Bombardier Jets in Escalating Trade Dispute

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Washington/Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian-made aircraft and to “decertify” planes built in Canada, singling out Bombardier jets in the latest escalation of trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump accused Canada of unfairly blocking the certification of several Gulfstream aircraft models, including the G500, G600, G700 and G800. He claimed the move effectively prevents the U.S.-based manufacturer from selling its aircraft in Canada. “Canada is effectively prohibiting the sale of Gulfstream products through this certification process,” Trump wrote, adding…

30 Jan

Weapons Scare Triggers Lockdown at West Edmonton Mall, Shoppers Ordered to Shelter as Police Sweep Complex

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EDMONTON ( Rajeev Sharma): A reported weapons complaint triggered a sudden lockdown at West Edmonton Mall on Wednesday afternoon (January 29, 2026), forcing shoppers and employees to barricade inside stores and restaurants while heavily armed police conducted a security sweep of the massive complex. Edmonton police rushed to the scene after receiving reports that a person may have been in possession of a weapon inside the mall. Authorities immediately activated emergency protocols, ordering the public to shelter in place as officers moved through corridors and common areas to locate the suspect and assess the threat.Witnesses described a tense atmosphere as…

30 Jan

Direct UAE–Calgary Flights to Boost Trade and Investment as Etihad Launches Nonstop Service

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CALGARY / ABU DHABI( Rajeev Sharma): The launch of the first-ever nonstop flight between Abu Dhabi and Calgary is expected to significantly strengthen trade, investment and corporate travel links between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Western Canada, according to aviation and business leaders.Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will begin operating the route on November 3, 2026, with four weekly flights using its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, providing a direct air bridge between two key energy and investment-driven economies.The new service is designed to serve not only leisure travellers but also energy executives, infrastructure firms, financial investors and…

30 Jan

Indian national indicted in US for alleged human smuggling from Canada

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Washington DC (Rajeev Sharma): A 22-year-old Indian citizen has been indicted in the United States for allegedly operating a human smuggling network that facilitated the illegal entry of Indian nationals from Canada into the country through the northern border. The accused, identified as Shivam, whose surname has not been disclosed, has been charged with one count of conspiracy to illegally bring aliens into the United States and four counts of illegally bringing aliens into the country for private financial gain. The indictment was returned by a federal grand jury in the Northern District of New York on Wednesday. According to…

29 Jan

Doug Ford Warns Quebec Separatist Victory Would Be a “Disaster” for Canada

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Ontario Premier Doug Ford waded into Quebec’s provincial political debate on Wednesday, saying the election of a separatist government in the province would be a “disaster” for Canada at a time when national unity is critical. Ford made the remarks at a joint news conference with New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt ahead of a meeting of provincial premiers in Ottawa. The comments come as Quebec prepares for a fall election that could usher in major political change following Premier François Legault’s announcement earlier this month that he will step down once his party selects a new leader.…

29 Jan

Eby Calls Alberta Separatists’ U.S. Outreach “Treason” Ahead of Premiers’ Meeting in Ottawa

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): British Columbia Premier David Eby on Wednesday strongly condemned reports that Alberta separatists have sought support from the United States, calling such actions an act of “treason” as Canada’s premiers gather with the prime minister in Ottawa. Speaking ahead of the meeting, Eby said appealing to a foreign government for help in breaking up Canada crosses a clear line. “To go to a foreign country and to ask for assistance in breaking up Canada — there’s an old-fashioned word for that, and that word is treason,” he said. Eby was responding to reports that members of U.S.…

29 Jan

Mistissini Cree Nation placed under lockdown after fatal shooting

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Mistissini, Quebec (Rajeev Sharma): The Cree Nation of Mistissini, located in Quebec’s northern Baie-James region, was placed under lockdown on Thursday morning following a fatal shooting incident that resulted in multiple deaths. Chief Michael Petawabano confirmed the lockdown in a statement, saying the decision was taken in the interest of public safety after what he described as a “serious shooting incident.” He said the safety and security of community members remain the highest priority. Residents have been asked to stay inside their homes and keep their doors locked until further notice. All community buildings, including schools, offices and other public…