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01 Aug

Alberta MLAs to Advocate for Barrier-Free Trade at U.S. Legislators’ Summit in Boston

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is set to push for deeper economic ties with the United States as three provincial MLAs prepare to attend the National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) 50th annual summit in Boston, Massachusetts, from Aug. 2 to 7. MLAs Angela Pitt (Airdrie-East), Glenn Van Dijken (Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock), and Chelsae Petrovic (Livingstone-Macleod) will represent Alberta at the summit, which brings together lawmakers and government leaders from across the U.S. and beyond. Their mission: to advocate for barrier-free trade, promote Alberta as a secure energy and agriculture partner, and strengthen cross-border economic relations. Alberta’s Economic Priorities Over the course of…

31 Jul

BC Puts Tsunami Preparedness to the Test After Massive Quake Near Russia

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British Columbia (Richa Walia): The anticipated tsunami that reached Tofino, B.C., late Tuesday turned out to be far milder than feared, rising only about 15 centimetres, roughly half the height of a school ruler. Instead of panic, the gentle waves brought relief and even curiosity to about 300 onlookers gathered at Mackenzie Beach just before midnight. Hours earlier, J.J. Belanger, general manager of Crystal Cove Beach Resort, sprang into action after news broke of a powerful 8.8-magnitude undersea earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula — one of the strongest quakes ever recorded. With several hours before any waves could reach Canada’s…

31 Jul

Canada to Recognize Palestinian State, Announces Prime Minister Mark Carney

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will formally recognize the State of Palestine at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025. In a landmark statement issued on Tuesday, Carney emphasized that Canada remains committed to a two-state solution, describing it as “an independent, viable, and sovereign Palestinian state living side by side with the State of Israel in peace and security.” However, Carney noted that the traditional path toward a two-state solution has become “no longer tenable,” citing factors such as Hamas terrorism, ongoing settlement expansion in the West Bank…

29 Jul

Southern Alberta Begins Cleanup After Weekend of Heavy Rain and Giant Hail

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Southern Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of southern Alberta are once again in recovery mode after another powerful storm struck the region over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and hailstones as large as tennis balls that caused widespread damage. On Sunday night, around 8 p.m., the Cardston area, roughly 90 minutes southeast of Calgary, was hit hard. The storm lasted about 20 minutes but left a lasting impact, shattered windows, dented vehicles, snapped trees, and destroyed crops. Severe Vehicle Damage Trevor Jones, manager of operations at Carstar Auto Repair, described the damage as overwhelming.“By 10 a.m. Monday, one insurer had already…

29 Jul

Canada Commits $40M to Support Palestinians, Pushes for Path Toward Statehood

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New York (Rajeev Sharma): Canada is stepping up its role in the Middle East peace process, pledging $30 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza and $10 million to support the Palestinian Authority’s governance reforms as part of a broader push for the creation of a future Palestinian state. While Canada has not joined France in formally recognizing a Palestinian state, Ottawa has made clear it is prepared to help lay the groundwork for one that includes both Gaza and the West Bank, provided it is governed democratically and free from Hamas control. Aid and Statehood Support Foreign Affairs Minister Anita…

29 Jul

Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Enter “Intense Phase” as Deadline Nears: PM Mark Carney

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday that trade negotiations with the United States have entered an "intense phase" with a critical deadline approaching this Friday. “Canadians don't deserve this uncertainty… they want a resolution that makes sense for Canada,” Carney said at a press conference. “These negotiations are complex, but we are standing firm for Canadian interests.” Tariff Tensions Rise The talks follow escalating tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, who last week suggested that a trade deal with Canada might not happen. “We haven't really had a lot of luck with Canada,” Trump said. “I…

28 Jul

Canada Condemns Hong Kong’s Global Arrest Warrants for Pro-Democracy Activists, Including Canadians

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government has strongly condemned Hong Kong authorities after they issued international arrest warrants for 19 overseas pro-democracy activists, including several Canadian citizens and individuals with close ties to Canada. In a statement released, Global Affairs Canada criticized the move as a clear case of transnational repression, warning that threats, intimidation, or coercion targeting Canadians will not be tolerated. “The individuals targeted yesterday under the Beijing-imposed National Security Law in Hong Kong include Canadians and people with close ties to Canada,” the statement read. “This attempt by Hong Kong authorities to conduct transnational repression abroad will…

28 Jul

B.C. Man Escapes Cougar Attack with Minor Injuries After Punching Predator

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Smithers, B.C. (Richa Walia): A man in British Columbia’s northern Interior is recovering from minor injuries after a dramatic encounter with a cougar that he says ended when he punched the animal in the face. According to a statement from the B.C. Conservation Officer Service, the incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Saturday near Lake Kathlyn, close to Smithers, approximately 1,000 kilometres northwest of Vancouver. The man, who was working in the area at the time, reported that the cougar suddenly approached and struck him in the upper body. Acting quickly, he punched the wild cat in the face, causing…

27 Jul

Nanaimo Councillor Urges Province to Shut Down Overdose Prevention Site Near City Hall

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Nanaimo, British Columbia (Richa Walia): A motion set to be introduced at Nanaimo City Council may escalate tensions between the municipality and provincial health officials over a supervised drug use facility located adjacent to city hall. According to the agenda for Monday’s meeting, Councillor Ian Thorpe plans to table a proposal requesting that Island Health formally shut down the overdose prevention site on Albert Street. Thorpe signaled his intent during the council's July 21 session, saying the city must tell the province it has “had enough” of the escalating disorder in the area. The call for closure follows a contentious…

27 Jul

Spike in Hostility Towards Immigrants Alarms Support Groups Across Alberta

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Amid heated national debates surrounding immigration, organizations that assist newcomers in Alberta are reporting a troubling rise in racially motivated hostility, both online and in public spaces. Shamaila Akram, a community advocate with Calgary’s Centre for Newcomers, says she has grown used to being the target of racial slurs—but remains deeply concerned about the growing anxiety among new immigrants, especially women. "Many of our clients are now coming in with severe stress or even panic attacks after being subjected to harassment right outside our offices," Akram shared. "Women in hijabs have been particularly targeted, and some have…