Canada

12 Dec

Ontario Sees $772M Investment Surge, Nearly 700 Jobs Through Major Expansions

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ONTARIO (Rajeev Sharma): A series of significant expansion projects in Ontario’s manufacturing, life sciences, and technology sectors are set to generate nearly 700 new jobs and attract a total investment of $772 million, provincial officials announced. Beverage Manufacturing Expansion in MississaugaHomegrown beverage producer Lee Li Holdings is investing $387 million to expand operations through its subsidiaries First Choice Beverage Inc., Global Beverage and Logistics Centre Inc., and Imperial Chilled Juice Inc. The project includes an upgraded plant and a new 100,000-square-foot facility in Mississauga. The facility will feature AI-driven production, automated warehousing, and sustainable manufacturing practices aimed at reducing energy…

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12 Dec

Alberta’s Childcare System Strained as Rising Costs and Growing Demand Clash

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

CALGARY (Rajeev Sharma): For parents in Alberta, securing affordable childcare is becoming increasingly difficult, as rising costs and a growing population put unprecedented pressure on the system. For Calgary mother Rachel Kert, the struggle is a daily reality. A full-time substitute teacher and single parent of three, Kert juggles work schedules and childcare needs, constantly adjusting her hours to align with her children’s daycare availability. “It’s tough, really tough. As a single mom, it keeps getting more difficult to maintain a stress-free life,” Kert said. “I have to keep asking my managers for different schedules almost every week because of…

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12 Dec

Fresh Name From Punjab Surfaces in Kap’s Café Shootings in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, Entertainment, Punjab, TrendingCanada, Kapil Sharma

LUDHIANA (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): Investigators probing the three shootings at Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Café in Canada have identified another youth from Punjab as a central figure in the conspiracy, deepening the cross-border trail of the case. Authorities in Canada, supported by Indian central agencies, have named Sukhwinder “Seepu” of Brahampur village in Raikot as a key planner behind the attacks. His name emerged soon after the Delhi Police Crime Branch arrested Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon — linked to the Goldy Dhillon gang — from Jawaddi village on November 28. Police sources in Raikot say they have been quietly instructed to…

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11 Dec

Indian-Origin Man Flees Canada After Torching AP Dhillon’s Vehicle, Court Reveals

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, Entertainment, TrendingAP Dhillon

British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): Details emerged in a recent court hearing about Vikram Sharma, the 23-year-old Indian-origin man accused of setting fire to Punjabi musician AP Dhillon’s vehicles at his home in British Columbia. Prosecutors revealed that Sharma, who fled to India after the incident, was living in Canada illegally at the time. His student visa had expired in April 2024, and he committed the arson in September 2024. According to court documents, Sharma had previously attempted to renew his student visa using fraudulent documents submitted to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Authorities flagged the documents, requiring him to…

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11 Dec

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Faces Recall Petitions Amid Local Dissatisfaction

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith of Alberta is confronting a growing political challenge as recall petitions targeting her and other United Conservative Party (UCP) MLAs gain momentum. Elections Alberta approved the petitions on Wednesday, marking Smith as one of 20 UCP members facing potential removal. Among others under scrutiny are Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz and Technology and Innovation Minister Nate Glubish. The petitions follow complaints from constituents who allege that Smith has not adequately represented her Brooks-Medicine Hat riding. Lead petitioner Heather VanSnick claimed that Smith is frequently absent from the community and disconnected from local concerns. “She isn’t…

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10 Dec

Experts Warn B.C. Is Falling Behind on Insomnia Care as Thousands Struggle Without Treatment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingInsomnia

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Health professionals are sounding the alarm over what they describe as a widening gap in support for British Columbians living with chronic insomnia — a condition affecting hundreds of thousands across the province and significantly straining both personal well-being and the broader economy. Chronic insomnia is recognized as a neurological disorder that can intensify risks for heart disease, obesity, depression, anxiety and even suicide. While up to 15 per cent of adults in Canada are estimated to experience persistent sleep problems, clinicians say access to effective, evidence-based treatment in B.C. remains limited. High Personal and Economic Toll…

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10 Dec

Toronto Police Probe Theft of Mezuzahs From Seniors’ Residence in Suspected Hate Crime

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingToronto

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Toronto’s Hate Crime Unit is investigating after a series of mezuzahs were forcibly removed from the doors of residents in a North York seniors’ building, an incident that has sparked anger and fear within the community. The thefts occurred sometime over the weekend at a Toronto Community Housing seniors’ residence in the Westminster area. Residents noticed the missing mezuzahs on Sunday and alerted authorities. Police have not yet established the exact timeframe of the vandalism. A mezuzah, a small case containing a handwritten prayer scroll, is traditionally mounted on the doorposts of Jewish homes and is considered…

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10 Dec

Provincial Pushback Escalates: Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Major Police Forces Refuse to Enforce Federal Gun Buyback Program

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Saskatchewan

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The debate over firearms in Canada has intensified as Alberta has formally invoked the Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act, declining to participate in the federal gun-seizure and buyback program. It has become evident that Alberta is not alone in its stance. Saskatchewan, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), several major municipal police services, and numerous frontline police associations nationwide have also expressed their intention not to assist Ottawa in confiscating legally owned firearms.Alberta’s motion instructs all police forces within the province, including the RCMP, to refrain from making arrests under the federal ban and directs Crown prosecutors…

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09 Dec

Conservatives Express Disappointment as Liberals Announce Opposition to Pipeline Motion; Rempel Garner and MacKenzie Criticize Calgary Liberal MP Corey Hogan’s Stance

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The federal Liberal government has announced its intention to vote against a Conservative motion advocating for Ottawa's support of a major bitumen pipeline, capable of exporting up to one million barrels per day from Alberta to a deep-water port on the British Columbia coast. This decision has elicited strong reactions from Conservative MPs, particularly those representing Alberta interests. The non-binding motion urges federal backing for new pipeline capacity to Asia and calls for adjustments to the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act, while emphasizing the importance of respecting Indigenous communities' consultations. Although the motion's language aligns with certain aspects…

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08 Dec

Holiday Train Rolls Through Alberta With Festive December Schedule

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calagry (Rajeev Shaema): The iconic Holiday Train is set to return this December, bringing music, lights, and Christmas cheer to communities across Alberta. Although the Edmonton region will not be included in this year's tour, enthusiasm remains high as towns and cities prepare to welcome the brightly lit railcars that have become a beloved seasonal tradition across Canada and the United States. The Holiday Train, operated by Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), has been touring since 1999 and is widely recognized for its dual mission: spreading festive spirit while raising awareness and vital donations for local food banks. At every…

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