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27 Jul

Fatal Small-Plane Crash Reported Near Deer Lake, Newfoundland Airport

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Newfoundland (Rajeev Sharma): A small aircraft went down Saturday evening near the Deer Lake Regional Airport in western Newfoundland, resulting in at least one fatality, authorities have confirmed. The crash occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. NT, just outside the airport boundary in the town of Deer Lake, which is home to about 5,000 residents. Emergency services, including the RCMP and first responders, quickly arrived at the scene. The aircraft involved was a Piper Navajo twin-engine plane, owned by Kisik Geospatial and Aerial Survey, a B.C.-based aerial mapping company. In a public statement, the company’s owner and accountable executive, Andrew Naysmith,…

26 Jul

Alberta Proposes Annual Watercraft Pass to Combat Invasive Mussels; Public Input Sought

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is considering introducing an annual pass for all types of watercraft, including boats, canoes, kayaks, and jet skis, as part of a broader strategy to shield the province’s waterways from invasive species. In a statement released Friday, Alberta's Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas outlined the proposal, emphasizing that it is primarily aimed at preventing the spread of invasive zebra and quagga mussels. The government is now calling on the public to weigh in through an online survey, which will help shape the final framework of the initiative. The survey poses several key questions…

24 Jul

Three Workers Trapped in BC’s Red Chris Mine Have Food, Water, and Air, Operator Confirms

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British Columbia (Richa Walia): Three workers remain trapped underground at the Red Chris copper and gold mine in northwestern British Columbia, but are safe and have access to essential supplies, according to mine operator Newmont Corp. The incident occurred on Tuesday, following two separate “fall of ground” events that blocked access to the area where the workers were operating. The workers had moved to a designated refuge station after the first collapse, but a second fall later blocked their exit. Newmont said the refuge bays—designed to support up to 16 people for at least three days—are stocked with food, water,…

24 Jul

Alberta working with front-line experts to make classrooms safer for students and teachers

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is working with front-line experts to make classrooms safer for students and teachers. The Aggression and Complexity in Schools Action Team held its first meeting on July 23, bringing together teachers, school leaders, school board trustees and other front-line professionals with classroom experience to help address the growing challenges in Alberta’s classrooms. The 25-member action team includes teachers, school administrators and support staff who have direct experience working with students every day and understand the complexities of today's learning environments. “The action team’s insights will be key to finding practical solutions that reduce aggression, manage…

24 Jul

Prime Minister Carney Marks 42nd Anniversary of Black July, Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Justice

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has issued a solemn statement to mark 42 years since the anti-Tamil violence known as Black July erupted in Sri Lanka in 1983. The pogrom led to the deaths of thousands, the displacement of families, and the beginning of a mass exodus that shaped Tamil diaspora communities around the world, including in Canada. “Forty-two years ago, an anti-Tamil pogrom erupted in Sri Lanka, leaving thousands dead, families shattered, and countless others forced to flee,” said Prime Minister Carney. “Black July remains a tragic chapter in Sri Lanka’s history.” Recognizing the tragedy’s lasting impact,…

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,…