Canada Archives - Page 21 of 33

06 Jul

MP Jasraj Hallan Expresses Gratitude to Community for Support During Stampede Breakfast at Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Conservative MP Jasraj Singh Hallan hosted a vibrant and well-attended Stampede Pancake Breakfast at Marlborough Mall in Northeast Calgary, where he expressed heartfelt appreciation to the community for their continued faith, support, and assistance in the Conservative movement.The event featured a delicious breakfast of pancakes, chips, and pops, accompanied by lively music from a talented local band. MP Hallan was joined by Falconridge MP Dalwinder Gill and Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre, both of whom enthusiastically helped serve food to the large crowd. Alberta Justice Mijister Mickey Amrry also served the pancakes to the crowd. In his…

05 Jul

Prime Minister Carney and Chilean President Gabriel Boric Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held a telephonic conversation today with President of Chile Gabriel Boric, reaffirming the close and collaborative relationship between the two nations. During the call, both leaders underlined their mutual commitment to democratic values and the protection of human rights, laying the groundwork for expanded cooperation in the face of growing global challenges. A key focus of the discussion was the robust trade and investment partnership between Canada and Chile, two long-standing allies in the Americas. Both Prime Minister Carney and President Boric emphasized the importance of strategic collaboration in critical sectors, including…

04 Jul

Alberta News: Supporting economic growth in rural communities

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is providing Indigenous and small communities with an additional $3 million in grants to maximize opportunities in rural areas. Indigenous and small communities play a vital role in the province’s economy. Working together with non-profits, they tap into opportunities and address unique challenges to help rural Alberta grow its economic footprint. To support local projects that promote innovation and sustainable economic growth across the province, Alberta’s government is providing the second round of grants through the Small Community Opportunity Program. The program has awarded grants between $20,000 and $90,000 for 41 community-led projects that build…

03 Jul

Bomb threats temporarily halt ground operations at 6 Canadian airports

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s air traffic control service says some airports across the country could see delays after receiving bomb threats. Multiple “bomb threats” were made at Canadian airports Thursday morning, spurring flight delays, evacuations and investigations into the source, says NAV Canada and local authorities. NAV CANADA was made aware of bomb threats affecting facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver. Employees at impacted locations are safe, and a temporary ground stop has been implemented at the affected airports,” said NAV Canada.NAV Canada provides air traffic control operations to Canadian airports. “We are collaborating with authorities to…

03 Jul

Alberta news: New chief, next step for municipal policing option

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Sat Parhar has been appointed as the first chief of the Independent Agency Police Service, marking the next step toward a new municipal policing option. The appointment of a new chief for the Independent Agency Police Service (IAPS) marks the next step in giving municipalities a new option for local policing and builds on the work already underway for the agency to assume the police-like duties currently carried out by the Alberta Sheriffs. The IAPS will empower municipalities to adopt strategies that effectively respond to their specific safety concerns, enhancing public safety across the province. Chief Parhar…

03 Jul

Alberta uncorks new rules for liquor and cannabis

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is supporting liquor producers by enabling them to own, operate and sell their own products on large format bikes or “party bikes.” Albertans out for a spin on a party bike or tavern tour will soon be able to sip locally made beers and spirits. Alberta’s government is updating the rules to give small liquor producers the green light to serve their own products on party bikes, removing an outdated barrier that had prevented local producers from advertising their own brands. This is one of several red tape reduction changes to the Gaming, Liquor and…

03 Jul

PM Mark Carney Meets Canadian Auto Sector Leaders, Focuses on US Deal, Supply Chains and Tariff Strategy

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Ottawa (National Times): Prime Minister Mark Carney met today with senior leadership from the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association (CVMA) and member company CEOs to discuss the future of Canada’s auto industry amid ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. With the July 21 deadline for a potential Canada-U.S. auto trade deal looming, the Prime Minister and industry leaders focused on the critical need to secure a “made-in-Canada” auto supply chain, protect jobs, and ensure fair treatment for Canadian manufacturers. They also examined strategies to diversify trading partners and reduce reliance on traditional markets amid global economic shifts. During the meeting,…

02 Jul

Premier Danielle Smith Issues Canada Day Message: Celebrates Alberta’s Role in a United and Prosperous Nation

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Marking the 158th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith released a heartfelt Canada Day message, emphasizing the province’s deep-rooted values and its significant contribution to the nation's prosperity. “Canada Day is more than a celebration of 158 years of Confederation – it’s a reminder of who we are, where we come from, the people who came before us and the values that define us,” Premier Smith stated. Highlighting the spirit of Albertans, Smith said the province stands out for its commitment to community, fairness, resilience, and freedom. “Here in Alberta, those values run deep. We…

01 Jul

Massive Fire in Langley, B.C. Destroys Two Barns, Kills 27,000 Chickens

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Langley, B.C. (Richa Walia): A devastating fire early Sunday morning at a farm in the Township of Langley, British Columbia, has destroyed two large poultry barns and resulted in the death of approximately 27,000 chickens, according to local fire officials. Deputy Fire Chief Cory Parker of the Township of Langley Fire Department said emergency crews were dispatched around 2:00 a.m., and upon arrival, found the blaze already well underway. The two barns, each stretching roughly 365 metres in length, were fully engulfed in flames. A third barn on the property was successfully saved by firefighters. To bring the fire under…

01 Jul

Prime Minister Mark Carney Holds Talks with Egyptian President el-Sisi on Middle East Peace, Trade Cooperation

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Ottawa (Rajeev sharma): In a diplomatic outreach aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and addressing escalating tensions in the Middle East, Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, on Monday, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office. During their conversation, the two leaders highlighted the strong economic and cultural relationship between Canada and Egypt, and reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation in areas of trade, investment, and commerce. The discussion also focused on the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza. Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s firm stance, calling for an immediate…