Canada Archives - Page 23 of 38

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…

19 Jul

B.C. Minister Apologizes After Reinstating Drug Funding for Girl With Rare Disease Amid Committee Resignations

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Victoria, B.C. (Richa Walia): Four members of British Columbia's Expensive Drugs for Rare Diseases Committee have resigned following the provincial government's decision to override their recommendation and reinstate funding for a life-extending drug for a 10-year-old girl suffering from a rare illness. Health Minister Josie Osborne publicly apologized on Friday to the family of Charleigh Pollock, the only known person in B.C. with Batten disease — a fatal neurodegenerative disorder that causes seizures, blindness, and progressive loss of motor skills. The treatment, Brineura, costs approximately $1 million annually. The government’s reversal of a controversial decision to stop funding Brineura came…

19 Jul

India and Canada Make Strides to Rebuild Diplomatic Ties: MEA

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India and Canada are taking concrete steps to mend their strained relationship, with both nations actively working towards reinstating their High Commissioners, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Addressing a press briefing on Thursday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney had a "constructive discussion" on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada last month. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to revitalizing bilateral ties and laid the groundwork for restoring full diplomatic engagement. "We had the meeting at the Prime Minister level in…

19 Jul

Mounting Complaints Against BLS International: The Sole Provider of Indian Consular Services in Canada Faces Scrutiny

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): BLS International, the only agency authorized by the Indian consulate to handle visa, passport, and Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) services in Canada, is under fire for alleged unethical practices, overcharging, and customer mistreatment. For many, like Prashant Vashista, BLS represents more than bureaucracy — it’s a painful memory. Two years ago, following his mother’s death, Vashista rushed to BLS’s Brampton centre seeking emergency visas for himself and his family. Despite collecting the documents in person, he says he was forced to pay $135 in courier charges — a service he never requested. “I was in dire…

18 Jul

High Commission of India in Ottawa Issues Advisory Against Scam Calls Targeting Indian Nationals in Canada

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The High Commission of India in Ottawa has issued a public advisory warning Indian nationals and individuals of Indian origin in Canada about a surge in scam and spoofed telephone calls, emails, and communications impersonating Indian diplomatic officials. According to the advisory, these fraudulent communications often claim to involve issues related to Canadian visas, immigration status, job offers, or alleged criminal activities. The scammers demand payments or repayments of application fees and sometimes threaten individuals with legal action. Shockingly, some impostors have falsely presented themselves as officials from the High Commission of India, or from the Consulates…

18 Jul

Canada to begin issuing invitations for Parents and Grandparents Program from July 28

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Starting July 28, 2025, IRCC will invite 17,860 potential sponsors from the 2020 intake for the Parents and Grandparents Program, aiming to accept 10,000 complete applications. This program enables eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residency. Those not selected can consider the Super Visa, which allows extended stays in Canada.The Canadian government will begin issuing invitations to sponsor under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) starting July 28, 2025, according to an official statement by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This move will allow Canadian citizens and permanent…