Canada Archives - Page 18 of 33

23 Jul

Alberta asks for realistic immigration policies:Minister Schow

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration issued the following statement on Ottawa’s decision to invite 10,000 parent and grandparent sponsorship applications. “Alberta’s government is deeply concerned by the federal government’s recent decision to invite 10,000 new applications to sponsor parents and grandparents of newcomers at a time when provinces are already struggling to meet the demands placed on health care, education, housing and social services due to Ottawa’s reckless immigration policies. “Under the federal Liberal government, Canada’s immigration levels have ballooned – almost two million newcomers entered Canada last year alone – without any regard for…

23 Jul

Prime Minister Carney Meets Premiers to Boost Major Projects and Remove Barriers

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Huntsville, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney convened with provincial and territorial premiers today in Huntsville, Ontario, to advance key national priorities, including the removal of internal barriers, the development of major infrastructure projects, and the addressing of urgent challenges such as wildfires and trade issues. During the meeting, Prime Minister Carney updated premiers on ongoing trade negotiations with the United States, reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to securing the best possible deal for Canadians. He noted that all First Ministers remain unified in their approach to the negotiations. The Prime Minister also highlighted recent steps taken by the…

22 Jul

Ontario Signs New Trade Deals with B.C. and Northern Territories to Boost Internal Commerce

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Huntsville (Richa Walia): Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed new trade agreements on Monday with British Columbia and Canada’s three northern territories, aiming to strengthen interprovincial trade and improve labour mobility across the country. The two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), one with B.C., and another jointly with Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, raise Ontario’s tally of trade agreements with provinces and territories to 10, reinforcing the province’s role as a national leader in fostering internal trade. “With global uncertainty and ongoing threats to our economy, there’s never been a more critical time to strengthen Canada from within,” said Premier Ford. “These…

22 Jul

Measles Cases in Alberta Surge Over the Weekend, Topping U.S. Total

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is witnessing a significant rise in measles cases, with 47 new infections reported over the weekend, bringing the province’s total confirmed cases to 1,454 as of July 20, surpassing the entire United States, which had recorded 1,309 cases by July 15. The outbreak remains concentrated in the south health zone, which includes Taber, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat, with 844 cases, accounting for nearly 60% of the total. The north zone follows with 443 cases, and the central zone has reported 108. In contrast, Alberta's major cities continue to see fewer cases. Calgary has reported 43 confirmed…

21 Jul

Albertans Cutting Back on Booze, Leading the Nation in Cannabis Spending

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alcohol consumption is on a steady decline across Canada, but nowhere has the drop been more dramatic than in Alberta. Once leading the country in booze intake, Albertans are now drinking significantly less, the equivalent of a 4.5-litre Costco-sized vodka bottle per person less each year compared to 2008. In terms of beer, that’s 107 fewer brews annually per person. Back in 2008, Alberta topped the national charts with each adult (aged 15+) consuming 9.7 litres of pure alcohol. Fast forward to last year, and that figure has dropped to 7.6 litres, a decline of 1.9 litres,…

21 Jul

First Nations Leaders Walk Out of Carney Meeting Over Concerns with Building Canada Act

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Gatineau, Quebec (Rajeev Sharma): What was intended to be a conciliatory meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and First Nations leaders turned contentious on Thursday, as multiple Indigenous representatives walked out in protest over the Building Canada Act, citing deep concerns about violations of their rights and lack of genuine consultation. The meeting, held at the Canadian Museum of History, was meant to allay growing unease among Indigenous communities about the act, which was passed last month as part of Bill C-5. The legislation outlines a fast-track framework for infrastructure and resource development projects — including pipelines, mines, ports,…

20 Jul

Canadian Premiers Convene in Ontario to Strategize Trade and Tariff Response

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Muskoka, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): As tensions rise over U.S. tariffs and internal trade barriers, Canada’s provincial and territorial leaders are gathering in Ontario’s picturesque Muskoka region for a three-day summit aimed at charting a coordinated economic response. The annual summer meeting of premiers, hosted this year by Ontario’s Doug Ford, comes as the country faces growing uncertainty in cross-border trade with the United States. The agenda is expected to revolve around escalating tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, as well as longstanding challenges within Canada’s own trade framework. Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to meet with the premiers on…

20 Jul

Calgary Police Investigate Suspicious Death in Downtown Residence

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Police Service’s homicide unit has launched an investigation into the suspicious death of a man found inside a downtown residence early Saturday morning. Officers responded to a call at approximately 7:45 a.m. at a home located in the 600 block of 10th Street S.W. Upon arrival, police discovered the body of a man inside the residence. The circumstances surrounding his death have led investigators to treat the case as suspicious. At this time, no arrests have been made, and police say the investigation remains active and ongoing. An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday to…

20 Jul

Man Fatally Shot by Police After Allegedly Brandishing Gun During Pursuit: Alberta RCMP

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Grande Prairie, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): A man was shot and killed by police in northwestern Alberta late Friday night after he allegedly pulled a firearm on officers during an encounter following an erratic chase, the RCMP confirmed Saturday. The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT), which oversees police conduct in the province, has launched an investigation into the incident. CBC News has reached out to ASIRT for independent verification. According to RCMP, the incident began shortly before midnight on a rural road near Grande Prairie. Officers on patrol noticed a vehicle being driven erratically and attempted to stop it. The…

19 Jul

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Slams Jasper Wildfire Report, Demands Apology

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is pushing back forcefully against a report commissioned by the Municipality of Jasper that criticizes her government's role in last summer’s wildfire response, calling the findings “politically motivated” and demanding a public apology. Speaking at a press conference in Edmonton on Friday, Smith said the report unfairly targeted the province and overlooked the collaborative efforts that helped save the mountain town from complete destruction. “I'm very disappointed that this report politicizes what actually should be a very successful example of unified command,” Smith said. “This report came as a shot out of the…