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26 Feb

Alberta Infrastructure Minister Pete Guthrie Resigns Amid AHS Procurement Allegations

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has accepted the resignation of Minister of Infrastructure Pete Guthrie, following concerns he raised about allegations made by the former CEO of Alberta Health Services (AHS) regarding the province’s procurement processes. In a statement, Premier Smith reaffirmed the seriousness of the allegations, which are currently under investigation by the Auditor General. She emphasized the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that her administration is fully cooperating with the review to ensure a swift resolution. Additionally, Smith has directed senior civil servants to retain a credible third-party investigator with strong legal expertise to…

24 Feb

Over 170,000 Canadians Sign Petition to Revoke Elon Musk’s Citizenship

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Ottawa, February 24, 2025 – A Canadian parliamentary petition demanding the revocation of Elon Musk’s citizenship has gained massive traction, with over 170,000 signatures as of Sunday. The petition, initiated by British Columbia author Qualia Reed and sponsored by New Democrat MP Charlie Angus, accuses Musk of engaging in activities that threaten Canada’s national interests due to his advisory role in U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration. Musk’s Role in Trump’s Government Sparks Controversy The controversy stems from Musk’s leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a newly created U.S. advisory body tasked with streamlining federal operations and reducing national…

21 Feb

Trudeau Fires Back at Trump After Canada’s 4 Nations Face-Off Victory Over Team USA

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Calgary (National Times): Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a jab at US President Donald Trump on Thursday after Team Canada secured a 3-2 overtime victory against Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game held in Boston, Massachusetts. Following the win, Trudeau posted on X: "You can't take our country — and you can't take our game." His remark was seen as a direct response to Trump’s repeated comments referring to Canada as the “51st state”, calling Trudeau its “governor,” and even suggesting that hockey icon Wayne Gretzky should run for Prime Minister. Trade Tensions Mount Between Canada and…

19 Feb

Canada launches Rural and Francophone Community Immigration pilots

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Rural and Francophone minority communities make vital contributions to Canada’s economy and culture, but they frequently face unique labour market and demographic challenges as the majority of Canadians and newcomers settle in Canada’s urban centres. In particular, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) was successful in connecting businesses and employers in remote communities with the skilled newcomers they need to thrive.That is why the Government of Canada is introducing two new pilots—as committed to in March 2024—to help rural and Francophone minority communities attract and retain newcomers with the right skills to help their regions succeed…

15 Feb

Prime Suspect in Canada’s Biggest Gold Heist Found Residing in Chandigarh: Report

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Chandigarh (National Times): A 32-year-old former Air Canada manager, Simran Preet Panesar, who is wanted by Canadian authorities in connection with Canada’s largest gold heist, has been tracked down to Chandigarh, according to a report by The Indian Express. The Rs 173 Crore Gold Heist The high-profile theft took place in April 2023 at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport, where 6,600 gold bars weighing 400 kg, along with Rs 21 crore ($2.5 million) in foreign currency, were stolen from the airport’s cargo compound. The total value of the stolen goods is estimated at Rs 173 crore ($20 million), making it the…

12 Feb

Canadian Cities Face Major Economic Risks from U.S. Tariffs: Chamber of Commerce Report

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Ottawa, February 12, 2025: A new study by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce has identified Calgary, Saint John (N.B.), and Windsor (Ont.) as the most vulnerable cities to U.S. tariffs, particularly in the oil, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. The U.S. Tariff Exposure Index, based on Statistics Canada trade data, assessed the impact of former President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports, which have now been enforced on steel and aluminum.Saint John, N.B., is the most at-risk city, home to Canada’s largest crude oil refinery, which exports over 80% of its output to the U.S. Other key exports…