Canada Archives - Page 22 of 33

29 Jun

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Defends Gender Care Ban After Court Blocks Law

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Edmonton (National Times): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has strongly defended her government’s controversial law restricting gender-affirming care for minors, after a provincial judge temporarily blocked its implementation, citing risks of "irreparable harm" to transgender youth. In a ruling Friday, Alberta Justice Allison Kuntz granted a temporary injunction against the law, which would have prohibited doctors from providing treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy to individuals under the age of 16. The decision comes just months before the law was set to fully come into force. Kuntz ruled that the ban could cause deep emotional and physical harm to…

29 Jun

Canada Orders Chinese Surveillance Firm Hikvision to Cease Operations Over National Security Risks

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Ottawa (National Times): In a significant move underscoring growing global concerns over foreign influence and cybersecurity, the Canadian federal government has ordered Chinese surveillance technology giant Hikvision to shut down its operations in Canada, citing serious national security concerns. The announcement was made by Industry Minister Mélanie Joly, who confirmed late Friday on social media that the government had directed Hikvision Canada Inc. to cease all operations and exit the country. The decision follows a national security review conducted under the Investment Canada Act. Joly explained that the review relied heavily on intelligence and evidence provided by Canada's national security…

29 Jun

Canada Reinforces Military Commitment: PM Mark Carney Announces Major Defence Industry Overhaul

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Ottawa (National Times): Prime Minister Mark Carney has reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to national security by announcing sweeping measures aimed at rebuilding, rearming, and reinvesting in the country’s Armed Forces. In a public statement issued on Friday, Carney outlined a bold new direction for Canada’s defence posture, promising both operational upgrades and economic opportunities. “Canada’s new government is rebuilding, rearming, and reinvesting in our Armed Forces,” said Carney. “To ensure they have the equipment they need, we’re building up our defence industries, creating more fulfilling, high-paying careers for Canadians.” The announcement comes as global geopolitical tensions continue to rise, with Canada’s…

28 Jun

British Columbia Releases 2024 Provincial Nominee Program Report: 8,000 Nominations Issued

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Vancouver (Richa Walia): The Government of British Columbia has published its annual report for the 2024 Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), offering detailed insights into how the province allocated its 8,000 nominations for permanent residence, the occupations of selected candidates, median salaries, and country of origin data. According to the report, British Columbia utilized the entirety of its federal nomination allocation for the year. Of the 8,000 nominations, a significant 99% (7,972 nominations) were made through the Skills Immigration (SI) stream, targeted toward workers with the qualifications and experience needed to support B.C.’s economic priorities. The remaining 28 nominations were…

28 Jun

55 Canadians have been detained by ICE: Anita Anand

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Canada (National Times Bureau): Approximately 55 Canadians have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand states, our work is to ensure that they’re being treated fairly, and that’s the advocacy that consular officials from Global Affairs Canada do every day, not only in the United States, but around the world.ICE operations have been under increased public scrutiny since Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff, said ICE officers would target at least 3,000 arrests a day, up from about 650 a day during the first five months of Trump’s second term. ICE…

28 Jun

Trump Terminates Trade Talks With Canada Over Digital Services Tax, Slams 400% Dairy Tariffs

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Washington DC (National Times): In a fiery social media post on Friday, U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced the immediate termination of all trade discussions with Canada, accusing the country of imposing a “Digital Services Tax” on American technology firms and unfair tariffs on U.S. farmers. Taking to his platform Truth Social, President Trump called Canada “a very difficult Country to TRADE with” and alleged that Canadian policies have long targeted American producers, specifically pointing to 400% tariffs on dairy products. Trump’s remarks came after reports that Canada had introduced a new tax targeting digital services, a move similar to…

27 Jun

CSIS Flags Small Group of Khalistani Extremists as Ongoing Security Threat

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s intelligence agency has raised alarms over a small faction of radical Khalistani activists allegedly operating within its borders, describing them as a continued national security threat. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) observed in its latest annual report to Parliament, citing concerns about the use of Canadian soil for promoting, financing, and organizing acts of violence aimed at India in pursuit of an independent Sikh state of Khalistan. While emphasizing that the vast majority of Khalistan supporters in Canada advocate through peaceful and democratic means, CSIS warned that a minority of actors are engaging in more…

26 Jun

Canada Blood Trail Deepens: Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Claims Second Hit in Brampton; Businessman MP Dhanoa Shot Dead

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New Delhi/Toronto (National Times): The shadow of transnational gang violence continues to darken Canada, with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang claiming responsibility for yet another targeted killing. Indian-origin businessman MP Dhanoa was gunned down in a drive-by shooting outside his workplace in Brampton, Ontario on Friday. This marks the second murder in a month allegedly orchestrated by the Bishnoi syndicate on Canadian soil. Authorities said Dhanoa, in his 30s, was shot multiple times at an automotive complex near Rutherford Road South and Selby Road around 5:45 PM local time. Emergency responders transported him to a trauma centre in critical condition, but…

26 Jun

Canada Reaffirms NATO Commitment, Pledges Defence Build-Up: PM Mark Carney

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a firm reaffirmation of Canada’s commitment to global security, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada and its NATO allies have renewed their united pledge to the Alliance and to collective defence, amid growing international tensions. Carney, in an official statement, declared that Canada would step up its role within NATO by enhancing military capabilities, fortifying infrastructure, and increasing overall defence readiness. “Canada and our NATO Allies have renewed our commitment to the Alliance and to our collective security. We will build up the forces, infrastructure, and defence readiness that this hinge moment demands, with Canadian…

25 Jun

City of Calgary Introduces New Bylaws for Weapon Display

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The City of Calgary has enacted updated bylaws to restrict the public display and use of weapons, including replicas, across public spaces and transit systems. The move comes in response to growing public safety concerns and a rise in incidents involving visible or discharged projectile weapons. Under the new regulations, individuals are prohibited from carrying or displaying any weapon, real or imitation, on Calgary Transit vehicles and in public areas. The ban includes BB guns, pellet guns, airsoft rifles, slingshots, knives, crossbows, and other projectile-based or bladed objects. “This is about protecting the public and sending a…