Canada Archives - Page 11 of 33

19 Sep

Canada and Mexico Elevate Ties with New Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Joint Action Plan

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Mexico City (Rajeev Sharma): In a landmark meeting held at the National Palace in Mexico City, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced the elevation of bilateral relations through the creation of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, marking a new chapter in Canada–Mexico cooperation. Joined by cabinet members from both governments, the leaders emphasized their shared ambition to deepen collaboration, strengthen regional ties, and promote inclusive prosperity, particularly in light of ongoing global shifts. A Partnership for the Future The upgraded partnership reflects what both leaders described as a “forward-looking and dynamic relationship” aimed at navigating…

18 Sep

Edmonton’s Festival City Spirit Shines with Government Support

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Edmonton once again lived up to its title of Canada’s Festival City this summer, as more than 20 festivals filled the streets and stages with music, art, theatre, and food. Thousands of visitors flocked to the city, contributing to the local economy while experiencing Alberta’s vibrant culture. To keep the momentum alive, Alberta’s government invested heavily in the festival season. More than $450,000 was provided through community grants to help cover programming, hosting, and equipment costs. In addition, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts supported local presenters with over $1 million in funding, benefitting major events like…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

14 Sep

Clashes Break Out at Anti-Immigration Rally in Toronto’s Christie Pits Park

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): A rally organized by anti-immigration activists at Christie Pits Park turned tense, as a significantly larger group of counter-protesters arrived to denounce the event, leading to scuffles and multiple arrests. The demonstration, dubbed the “Canada First Patriot Rally,” was spearheaded by Joe Anidjar, a self-identified nationalist and online personality known by the handle @PuckDaddy93. Promoted as a patriotic, family-friendly gathering, the rally called for sharp restrictions on immigration, mass deportations, and what organizers referred to as “remigration”—a term critics link to extremist ideologies in Europe. Although organizers expected a strong turnout, the rally drew an estimated 100…

13 Sep

Parliamentary Secretary Kody Blois Wraps Up China Trade Mission with Focus on Canola Dispute

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Beijing, China (Rajeev Sharma): Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, Kody Blois, has concluded a four-day trade mission to China, where he joined a Saskatchewan-led delegation focused on easing tensions over agricultural trade — particularly the ongoing dispute surrounding Canadian canola exports. From September 6 to 9, Blois participated in high-level meetings alongside Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe as part of a broader effort to address barriers affecting Canada-China trade relations. Central to the discussions were Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola products, a long-standing issue that has impacted Canadian farmers and disrupted bilateral trade. Productive Dialogue with Chinese Officials During the…

13 Sep

Langley City and Bellingham Reinforce Cross-Border Amity with Tree Planting Ceremony

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Langley City, BC (Richa Walia) : Langley City and the City of Bellingham commemorated over a century of peace and friendship on Friday with a symbolic tree planting ceremony in downtown Langley City, underscoring their enduring neighbourly connection across the U.S.-Canada border. The event brought together elected officials from both communities to celebrate their shared history, environmental stewardship, and the importance of maintaining a strong cross-border relationship. Speaking with National Times, Langley City Mayor Nathan Pachal stated, “In an era where division often dominates the narrative, this ceremony serves as a poignant reminder of what unites us. Our communities share…

12 Sep

PM Mark Carney announces first projects to be reviewed by the new Major Projects Office

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a rapidly shifting global landscape, we need to act decisively to build a stronger, more competitive, and prosperous economy for Canadian workers. To that end, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced last month the launch of the new Major Projects Office (MPO). The MPO will work to fast-track nation-building projects by streamlining regulatory assessment and approvals and helping to structure financing, in close partnership with provinces, territories, Indigenous Peoples, and private investors. The MPO will help to identify projects that are in Canada’s national interest and accelerate their development, including by creating a single set of conditions –…