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29 Sep

Calgary Hosts North American Agriculture Leaders for Tri-National Accord

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Senior agriculture officials from Canada, the United States and Mexico are meeting in Calgary for the 35th annual Tri-National Agricultural Accord, with discussions focused on trade, food security, disease prevention and the future of rural communities. The four-day gathering began on September 28 and will continue through October 1. Alberta is hosting provincial and state representatives alongside industry participants from across North America. Established in 1992, the accord provides a platform for agricultural leaders from the three countries to discuss shared challenges and identify areas for closer cooperation. This year's agenda includes measures to strengthen animal disease…

29 Sep

Alberta Remembers Fallen Police and Peace Officers on Memorial Day

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta observed Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day on September 27, paying tribute to officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting communities across the province. Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis remembered the sacrifices made by police and peace officers, noting that generations of officers have carried out their duties despite knowing they could face serious risks in the line of service. Since 1876, 108 police and peace officers have died in the line of duty in Alberta. Their sacrifices continue to be remembered by colleagues, families and communities across the province. The…

28 Sep

CALGARY POLICE SEEK MORE MONEY AS CITY FACES GROWING BUDGET PRESSURE

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary’s police service is asking City Council for hundreds of additional positions as rising demand for policing collides with a larger question facing City Hall how to fund public safety while managing pressure on taxpayers and competing demands for municipal services. The Calgary Police Commission is seeking funding for 523 additional positions over the next four years, including 309 police officers and 214 civilian positions. The request will become part of Calgary’s 2027–2030 budget deliberations, with City Council expected to make final decisions on the proposed police budget in November. The push for more resources comes after…

28 Sep

Alberta Remembers Fallen Police and Peace Officers on Memorial Day

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta observed Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day on September 27, paying tribute to officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting communities across the province. Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis remembered the sacrifices made by police and peace officers, noting that generations of officers have carried out their duties despite knowing they could face serious risks in the line of service. Since 1876, 108 police and peace officers have died in the line of duty in Alberta. Their sacrifices continue to be remembered by colleagues, families and communities across the province. The…

27 Sep

OCTOBER 2026: CANADA’S DENTAL PLAN, BENEFITS, RULES AND 10 MAJOR DEADLINES THAT COULD AFFECT MILLIONS

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadabenefits, Canada, Canada Post, CDCP, CRA, deadlines, Employment Insurance, taxes

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): October 2026 is shaping up to be an important month for Canadian households, workers, seniors, patients, taxpayers and businesses, with a series of federal changes, benefit adjustments, regulatory deadlines and temporary measures coming into effect or reaching key deadlines. Mandeep Duggal of Pro-Tax Block urged Canadians to pay close attention to the October changes, particularly those involving taxes, benefits and important deadlines. Duggal emphasized that Canadians should review how the changes may apply to their individual circumstances, verify information through official government sources and seek professional tax advice where necessary. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) remains…

27 Sep

CHCC–DISIA MOU OPENS NEW FRONT FOR CANADA-NIGERIA TRADE AND INVESTMENT

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, CHCC, commerce, diaspora, DISIA, investment, MoU, Nigeria, Trade

New York (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) has strengthened Canada-Nigeria economic ties through a strategic partnership with Diaspora Investment for Sustainable Impact in Africa (DISIA), aimed at expanding trade, investment and diaspora-driven business opportunities. The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by Yasharth Verma, Vice President of CHCC, and Dr. Angela, President and Chair of DISIA, during a high-level Nigeria-Diaspora Trade and Investment Engagement at the Consulate General of Nigeria in New York. The MoU establishes a framework for cooperation in trade and investment, food security, job creation, economic inclusion, technology, innovation,…

27 Sep

Sikh Woman Dies in London, Ontario; Husband Charged With Second-Degree Murder

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London, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A Sikh woman in her 30s has died after suffering critical injuries at a home in London, Ontario, with police charging her husband in connection with her death. Police identified the woman as Raman Devi and said she died on September 15 after an incident at a residence on Chelton Road in southeast London. Her 41-year-old husband, Mandeep Singh, has been charged with second-degree murder. Authorities are investigating the case as a femicide and said investigators are examining the history of the couple's relationship. Police said other family members were inside the home when the incident…

26 Sep

Punjab-Rooted Angad Singh Dhillon Appointed Canada’s Next Ambassador to UAE

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has named Angad Singh Dhillon as its next Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Arab Emirates, bringing a diplomat with family connections to Punjab into a significant overseas posting. The appointment was announced on September 25 by Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand. Dhillon will succeed Radha Krishna Panday as Canada’s top diplomatic representative in the UAE. Dhillon has most recently served as Director of Operations and Stakeholder Relations in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Office. During his time there, he was involved in efforts to strengthen Canada’s engagement with major international partners, including India and China.…

26 Sep

AIRPORT POWER SHIFT: OTTAWA TARGETS CANADA’S FOUR BIGGEST AIRPORTS FOR PRIVATE OPERATORS

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s airport system is facing a major potential shift as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government moves to attract private investment and long-term private operators to four of the country’s largest airports — Calgary International, Toronto Pearson, Vancouver International and Montréal-Trudeau. The proposal does not mean Ottawa is selling the four airports. Under the model being examined, the federal government would retain ownership of the underlying airport land and assets, while private investors could receive long-term concessions to operate and invest in the facilities. Transport Canada would continue to have responsibility for federal regulatory, safety and security oversight.…

26 Sep

ROCKS RAIN DOWN ON HIGHWAY 401: TRUCKS TARGETED IN DANGEROUS OVERPASS ATTACK

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingMorrisburg

Morrisburg, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma) — A dangerous series of rock-throwing incidents on Highway 401 in eastern Ontario has left several vehicles damaged and prompted an investigation by the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police. Police say rocks and other debris have been thrown from overpasses onto vehicles travelling along the highway in the South Dundas area, creating a potentially deadly situation for motorists and commercial truck drivers. The latest serious incident occurred on September 17, 2026, between approximately 3:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m., when vehicles travelling eastbound on Highway 401 were targeted near the Brinston 401…