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Calgary Police Investigate Shots Fired into northeast Redstone area grocery store
17 Sep

Calgary Police Investigate Shots Fired into northeast Redstone area grocery store

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): CPS (Calgary police) are investigating a shooting incident that occurred early Tuesday morning in the northeast community of Redstone.At approximately 3:55 a.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to reports of gunfire at an establishment located on Red Embers Way N.E., at the Sanjha Punjab grocery store. Upon arrival, police discovered that several shots had been fired into the closed business. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and there is no indication of any current threat to the public.Investigators are actively collecting evidence and reviewing surveillance footage from the area. They are also canvassing the neighborhood for potential witnesses…
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SFJ Issues Fresh Threat, Plans ‘Siege’ at Indian Consulate in Vancouver
17 Sep

SFJ Issues Fresh Threat, Plans ‘Siege’ at Indian Consulate in Vancouver

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Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Pro-Khalistan outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has once again escalated its campaign, declaring that it will “occupy” the Indian Consulate in Vancouver on Thursday. The group, which operates from the United States, appealed to members of the Indo-Canadian community to avoid visiting the consulate on that day. Alongside its announcement, SFJ circulated a poster portraying India’s new High Commissioner, Dinesh Patnaik, with a target mark on his image. The group alleged that Indian diplomatic offices in Canada were functioning as intelligence hubs, keeping tabs on supporters of the Khalistan Referendum. SFJ tied its latest move to Canadian…
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PM Mark Carney Pledges Support for Canola Growers, Meets Saskatchewan Leaders
17 Sep

PM Mark Carney Pledges Support for Canola Growers, Meets Saskatchewan Leaders

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening Canada’s agriculture sector, with a particular focus on canola producers. In a post shared on X, Carney said the federal government is working to “empower the hard-working farmers who provide world-class food to Canadians and our trading partners.” The statement followed a meeting in Ottawa with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and representatives from the canola industry. The discussions centered on long-term strategies to expand market opportunities, enhance competitiveness, and ensure stability for farmers facing global challenges. Carney extended his gratitude to Moe and industry stakeholders,…
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Fighter Jets Scrambled After Bomb Threats on Flights to Calgary
17 Sep

Fighter Jets Scrambled After Bomb Threats on Flights to Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma) — In response to reported bomb threats aboard three flights arriving in Calgary from Germany, fighter jets were scrambled today early morning, prompting a comprehensive security response at Calgary International Airport. NORAD confirmed that Canadian CF-18s and U.S. F-15s escorted the aircraft “out of an abundance of caution.” All three planes landed safely, and the threats were later deemed not credible. Defence Minister David McGuinty commended the swift response, noting that the joint Canadian–U.S. air defence system functioned precisely as intended. “Our personnel executed their training flawlessly, and public safety was never compromised,” he stated. The RCMP…
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17 Sep

Alberta Permits Companies to Offset Carbon Tax Through Internal Emissions Reduction Projects

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has unveiled amendments to the province’s industrial carbon tax program, enabling companies to circumvent provincial carbon fees by investing in their own emissions reduction projects. The policy, slated to take effect this fall, aims to foster economic growth while encouraging businesses to decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Smith stated that the modification provides companies with greater flexibility and incentivizes innovation. “This ensures companies can direct their funds toward projects that reduce emissions within Alberta, rather than merely paying into a government fund,” she remarked to reporters on Tuesday. Many industrial stakeholders have expressed support…
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B.C. and Ottawa Approve Controversial Floating LNG Project Despite First Nations, Environmental Pushback
16 Sep

B.C. and Ottawa Approve Controversial Floating LNG Project Despite First Nations, Environmental Pushback

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Vancouver, September 16, 2025– The British Columbia and federal governments have given the green light to the Ksi Lisims LNG project, a massive floating export terminal off the province’s northwest coast, despite opposition from several First Nations and environmental groups.B.C. Environment Minister Tamara Davidson and B.C. Energy Minister Adrian Dix jointly approved an environmental assessment certificate for the project on Monday. Federal Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin also announced Ottawa’s decision to allow the proposal to move to the next stage of permits and authorizations.The project is being advanced through a partnership between the Nisga’a Nation, Rockies LNG Limited Partnership and…
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Alberta first to add citizenship to licenses!
16 Sep

Alberta first to add citizenship to licenses!

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National Times Bureau :- Alberta is the first province to add a Canadian citizenship marker to driver’s licences and ID cards, giving residents a single, secure card to access programs and services. This fall, legislation will be introduced to implement the addition of Canadian citizenship status to Albertans’ drivers licences or ID cards. This change is part of a broader initiative to give Albertans a single, secure document that confirms both identity and Canadian citizenship. By combining identity and citizenship on one document, Albertans will no longer need to carry multiple pieces of ID to access services. Adding a Canadian…
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Shrimad Bhagwat Katha by Pujya Shri Devkinandan Thakur Ji Commences at Triveni Mandir, Brampton
16 Sep

Shrimad Bhagwat Katha by Pujya Shri Devkinandan Thakur Ji Commences at Triveni Mandir, Brampton

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Brampton, (Rajeev Sharma) : The community of Brampton is hosting Pujya Shri Devkinandan Thakur Ji Maharaj, who will recite the Shrimad Bhagwat Katha at Triveni Mandir from September 14th to September 20th, coinciding with the auspicious days of Shraadh Paksh. Dinesh Gautam stated that the spiritual discourse will take place at Triveni Mandir, 20 Daviselm Drive, Brampton on weekdays from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM and on weekends from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Devotees are encouraged to arrive punctually, as katha commences at 6:00 PM sharp on weekdays.Each day’s program will conclude with Aarti and Bhojan Prasad, fostering a…
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B.C. Misses Out on Initial Federal Housing Projects, Despite Surplus Land and Readiness
15 Sep

B.C. Misses Out on Initial Federal Housing Projects, Despite Surplus Land and Readiness

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Vancouver (Richa Walia): British Columbia is notably absent from the federal government's first wave of housing construction on public land, prompting concern from the province’s housing minister, Christine Boyle, despite her support for the broader initiative. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced over the weekend that the federal government, through its newly launched Build Canada Homes agency, will begin construction of 4,000 housing units across six federal land sites. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to fast-track affordable housing by using underutilized government-owned land. However, none of the six projects announced are located in British Columbia — a province…
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“Build Canada Homes” Launched to Tackle National Housing Crisis with Unprecedented Federal Investment
15 Sep

“Build Canada Homes” Launched to Tackle National Housing Crisis with Unprecedented Federal Investment

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Ottawa, ON (Rajeev Sharma): In a sweeping new move to address Canada's growing housing crisis, Prime Minister Mark Carney today unveiled Build Canada Homes, a landmark federal initiative aimed at massively increasing affordable housing supply through direct public intervention and partnerships with the private sector. With homeownership and rental costs soaring beyond reach for many Canadians — especially younger generations — and homelessness on the rise in major cities, the federal government is taking bold action to reverse decades of underbuilding and bureaucratic delays. “Too many Canadians are locked out of the housing market,” said Prime Minister Carney. “Build Canada…
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