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24 Dec

Toronto Woman of Indian Origin Killed; Police Seek Partner in Connection

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Toronto police are investigating the death of Himanshi Khurana, a 30-year-old Indian-origin woman, whose body was discovered in a local residence earlier this week. Authorities have issued a Canada-wide arrest warrant for a man believed to be linked to her death. The Indian Consulate in Toronto expressed deep regret over the incident, extending condolences to the family and assuring that all possible support is being provided during this difficult time. Officials stated that they are working closely with local authorities as the investigation unfolds. According to police reports, Khurana was reported missing late on Friday, December 19.…

23 Dec

Elections Alberta Clears Path for Petition Seeking Vote on Alberta’s Independence

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has approved a proposed referendum question that asks voters whether Alberta should separate from Canada, allowing a citizen-led campaign to begin gathering signatures in support of the idea. With the approval in place, the Alberta Prosperity Project — the group behind the initiative — is now authorized to launch its petition drive once it appoints a financial officer, a step that must be completed by early January. Signature collection can begin immediately afterward. The question approved for circulation asks Albertans whether they agree that the province should leave Canada and form an independent country. This…

23 Dec

Halford Says B.C. Conservative Leadership Contest Will Reset Party and Bring Unity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, CanadaBritish Columbia

Victoria (Rajeev Sharma): Trevor Halford says the upcoming leadership race for the Conservative Party of British Columbia will be an opportunity to clarify the party’s direction and restore cohesion after weeks of internal turmoil that briefly left the party with competing claims to its top job. Halford stepped into the role of interim leader on December 3 after the party’s board appointed him amid mounting tensions within caucus. Earlier that day, a majority of Conservative MLAs publicly withdrew their support from then-leader John Rustad, citing ongoing disputes that had affected fundraising and damaged the party’s public standing. The board later…

23 Dec

Extended Waits for Tests and Specialists Common in Ontario, Survey Finds

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): A majority of Ontarians are facing prolonged delays when seeking diagnostic tests or specialist care, according to a new public opinion survey that highlights growing pressure on the province’s health-care system. The poll, conducted by Abacus Data and released on Tuesday, found that long wait times are the norm rather than the exception. About one-third of respondents said they waited longer than six months to see a specialist or undergo a diagnostic procedure, while another 37 per cent reported delays ranging from three to six months. These timelines stand in sharp contrast to provincial benchmarks. Ontario Health…

21 Dec

Danielle Smith Defends Alberta Next Report Amid Criticism of Timing and Content

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaDanielle Smith

ALBERTA (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith has pushed back against accusations that her government attempted to downplay the release of the Alberta Next report, insisting that the report’s Friday afternoon publication ahead of the Christmas holidays does not mean it is being ignored. The report, compiled by a Smith-appointed panel, examined Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa and made several high-profile recommendations, including the creation of a provincial pension plan to replace the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and the eventual establishment of a provincial police force to succeed the RCMP. “Replacing the CPP with an Alberta plan is the most financially meaningful…

21 Dec

Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Wife’s Death in Merritt, B.C.

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MERRITT, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): A 49-year-old man has been charged with second-degree following the death of his wife in Merritt, British Columbia, according to the RCMP. Officers and paramedics responded to a residence in the city on Tuesday after reports of a woman suffering serious injuries. Pamela Jarvis, 45, was transported to a hospital but later succumbed to her injuries. RCMP said her husband, Christopher Bernard Jarvis, had fled the scene before police arrived but was apprehended a few hours later. He has been denied bail and will remain in custody until his next court appearance, scheduled for January 6,…

21 Dec

Carney Suppresses Laughter at Ford’s Praise for Ontario Anti-Tariff Ad

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): During a joint press conference, Prime Minister Mark Carney struggled to contain his amusement as Ontario Premier Doug Ford lauded his province’s controversial anti-tariff advertisement. Ford described the ad as “the best ad that’s ever been run,” claiming it had “12.4 billion views” and emphasizing that its goal was to raise awareness among the American public. He reiterated his stance against protectionism, stating, “We’re their number one customer, they’re our number one customer. We need to work together.” The advertisement, which aired in October, featured excerpts from former U.S. President Ronald Reagan’s 1987 radio address warning that…

21 Dec

Freezing Cold Fails to Deter Audience as “AJEY: The Story of a Monk to CM of UP” Premieres in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Despite extreme cold weather, Calgary witnessed an overwhelming response to the special screening of AJEY: The Story of a Monk to CM of UP (Yogi Adityanath), a biographical film based on the life of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The film, written by noted author Shantanu Gupta, was screened at a special ticket rate of $10 and organized by Gopal Saini. Hundreds of viewers from the Indo-Canadian community attended the premiere, demonstrating strong enthusiasm and admiration for the subject of the film. The packed screening stood as a testament to the audience’s commitment, as many braved…

20 Dec

Alberta Next Panel Recommends Referendums on Immigration and Provincial Pension Plan

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Next panel, tasked with exploring ways to increase provincial autonomy, has put forward seven key recommendations, including proposals for public referendums on major policy issues. The report was released Friday, following town hall consultations held in ten Alberta communities over the summer and fall. Chaired by Premier Danielle Smith, the 15-member panel focused on topics such as self-governance, a provincial pension plan, taxation, equalization payments, federal transfers, provincial policing, immigration, and constitutional reform. “Albertans were clear that for too long, decisions made outside this province have limited Alberta’s ability to grow our economy and chart…

20 Dec

British Columbia Sets 2026 PNP Nomination Allocation, Falls Short of Request

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingBritish Columbia

British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): British Columbia has become the first Canadian province to announce its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocation for 2026, revealing a total that is lower than what it had originally requested. The announcement was published on the BC PNP’s official updates page on December 18, 2025. For the upcoming year, the federal government has granted British Columbia 5,254 nomination spaces. While this represents a 31% increase over the initial 2025 allocation of 4,000 slots, it is fewer than the province ended 2025 with, after receiving additional nominations throughout the year: 1,254 extra slots in October and another…