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25 Sep

Alberta Announces Four Judicial Appointments to Expand Court Capacity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is adding four new judicial appointments as the province moves to increase court capacity and improve access to justice across several regions. The provincial government announced that Marie Strauss, KC, will join the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta as an applications judge, while Jean-Pascal Siewe, Christian Banks and Timothy Burnham will become justices of the Alberta Court of Justice. The appointments are expected to strengthen court resources in Edmonton, Calgary and northern Alberta, with officials linking the changes to efforts to support timely court proceedings and public safety. “Marie Strauss, KC, Jean-Pascal Siewe, Christian Banks…

25 Sep

Alberta Expands Gambling Addiction Support With $2.4 Million Treatment Investment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, Technology, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Albertans dealing with gambling addiction will have access to expanded treatment and recovery services following a new provincial funding commitment aimed at improving access to specialized care. The Alberta government announced approximately $2.4 million in funding for Brick House Recovery Centre, which will use the investment to expand outpatient and online services for people experiencing gambling-related problems. Gambling addiction can affect far more than a person’s finances. It can contribute to difficulties involving mental health, family relationships, employment and overall stability. The province says the expanded services are intended to provide free, recovery-focused assistance to both individuals…

25 Sep

MARK CARNEY PREPARED FOR EXTREME RISK OF U.S. MILITARY ACTION AGAINST CANADA

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingMark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney says his government has considered the possibility of U.S. military action against Canada, describing it as an “extreme tail risk” that had to be examined as part of responsible national security planning. In an interview, Carney said such a scenario was not the expected outcome, but argued that governments have a responsibility to consider even highly unlikely risks. “I think you have a responsibility in these roles to look at extreme tail risk,” Carney said, describing the assessment as part of normal risk management. The comments come amid continuing tensions between Ottawa and…

24 Sep

Alberta Seeks Student Input on Campus Life, Free Expression and Conduct Policies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is inviting current post-secondary students and recent graduates to take part in a focus group as it reviews recommendations concerning funding, competitiveness and the student experience at publicly funded institutions. The initiative will gather perspectives from students on issues including campus learning environments, freedom of expression, institutional neutrality and student conduct procedures. Students will have an opportunity to discuss whether they feel comfortable raising questions and expressing different viewpoints in classrooms and during academic activities. The sessions will also explore students’ exposure to a variety of ideas and perspectives across courses and campus communities. Another…

24 Sep

ASIRT Investigates Fatal Police Shooting in West Edmonton

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingWest Edmonton

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) is investigating a fatal police shooting following a domestic violence call in Edmonton’s Donsdale neighbourhood. The Edmonton Police Service was called to a home shortly before 10 a.m. on September 13 after receiving a 911 report involving domestic violence and an active shooter. When officers arrived, they secured the area and assisted two women and an infant who had managed to leave the residence. According to the incident update, a man later exited the home carrying a shotgun. Police issued commands for him to drop the weapon before officers shot…

24 Sep

Alberta Launches WorkFirst Talent Exchange to Connect Job Seekers With Employers

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has launched a new online employment platform aimed at helping job seekers find suitable opportunities while giving employers faster access to qualified workers. The WorkFirst Alberta Talent Exchange uses technology to match candidates with employers based on their skills and experience rather than relying primarily on traditional job titles. The province says the approach could help employers identify capable workers whose abilities may not be fully reflected on conventional resumes. The platform is part of Alberta’s nearly $250-million investment in transforming employment services under WorkFirst Alberta, which is designed to help residents secure and maintain meaningful…

24 Sep

Alberta Announces $4.9 Million to Expand Mental Health Supports for First Nations Students

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is providing $4.9 million to First Nations and First Nations education authorities operating on-reserve schools to expand access to specialized learning and mental health supports for students. The funding is being delivered through the Specialized Learning and Mental Health Supports Grant, with the province saying the investment will help schools respond to the needs of students in their own communities. The grant can be used for a range of initiatives, including mental health screening and assessments, staff training, mental health education, wellness navigators, specialized instruction and programs designed to create safer and more supportive learning…

24 Sep

BENGALI CULTURE TAKES CENTRE STAGE AS BONGMILANTI BRINGS DURGA PUJA 2026 TO NEW WESTMINSTER

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingCanada, Surrey

Surrey (Richa Walia): New Westminster is preparing to welcome a major celebration of Bengali heritage this October as Bongmilanti presents Durga Puja 2026, bringing together families, friends and community members for three days of tradition, devotion, music and cultural connection. Taking place from October 10 to 12 at New Westminster Secondary School, the celebration is more than a religious observance, it will provide an important opportunity for Bengali families across Metro Vancouver to maintain cultural traditions, introduce younger generations to their heritage and strengthen connections within the community. For many Bengali families living away from their homeland, Durga Puja serves…

23 Sep

B.C. EARLY ELECTION SHOCK: EBY SENDS PROVINCE TO POLLS OCTOBER 24

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish ColumbiaBritish Columbia

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): British Columbia is heading to the polls on October 24 after Premier and B.C. NDP Leader David Eby called an early provincial vote Tuesday, abruptly shifting the political calendar nearly two years ahead of the previously scheduled 2028 vote. Announcing the decision in Victoria, Eby said British Columbia is confronting what he called an “existential moment” arising from the Canada-U.S. trade conflict. He said a fresh mandate is needed to address the economic challenges facing the province. The move comes as B.C.’s political landscape undergoes a major shake-up, particularly within the Opposition Conservatives. Former Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne…

23 Sep

PM Modi Slated to Visit Canada This December as Trade Talks Advance

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Indiabilateral relations, Canada visit, Mark Carney, PM Modi, Trade Pact

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing for a diplomatic journey to Canada late this year, highlighting promising strides in negotiations surrounding an extensive commercial agreement. Addressing media representatives during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Carney reflected on the health of bilateral engagement and the prospective schedule for formalizing an economic pact. He characterized the partnership with New Delhi as vital to Ottawa's global strategy, underscoring joint priorities across international security, commercial expansion, and cultural links. The anticipated trip builds on a commitment made by both heads…