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11 Jan

Unseasonably Mild Temperatures Force Temporary Closure of Edmonton’s Ice Castles

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingEdmonton

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Edmonton’s popular winter attraction, Ice Castles, has been forced to shut its doors temporarily as an unexpected spell of warm weather settles over the city. The attraction, located in Fan Park, had only been open for about two weeks after launching during extreme cold conditions. However, organizers announced through social media that operations will be suspended starting Saturday and are expected to resume the following Friday, weather permitting. Visitors who purchased tickets for dates during the closure will have the option to receive a full refund or transfer their tickets to a later visit. Organizers expressed regret…

25 Dec

Hospital Death Sparks Debate as Alberta Looks at Private Health Care

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaEdmonton, Hospital Death, Private Healthcare

Edmonton ( Rajeev Sharma): The death of a 44-year-old man after a long wait in the emergency room at Grey Nuns Community Hospital has raised public concern about Alberta’s health-care system. The man went to the hospital with severe chest pain and later died of an apparent cardiac arrest. His death is being reviewed by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, and the hospital has said it is cooperating with the investigation.Many people say the incident shows how much pressure emergency rooms are under. Hospitals across Alberta face problems such as staff shortages, overcrowding, and limited space. Emergency departments…

14 Dec

Two Men Shot Dead in Southeast Edmonton; Police Investigate Targeted Attack

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Edmonton police are investigating the deaths of two men in their 20s who were fatally shot in southeast Edmonton early Friday morning. The victims have been identified as 27-year-old Gurdeep Singh of Barah, Punjab, and 18-year-old Ranveer Singh of Uddat Saidewala, Punjab. Both had come to Canada as students. Officers responded to reports of gunfire near 32 Street and 26 Avenue in the Silver Berry neighbourhood at approximately 1:43 a.m. Despite immediate lifesaving efforts, both men were pronounced dead at the scene. The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section has taken the lead in the investigation. Autopsies are…

19 Aug

Alberta Expands Support for Edmonton’s Most Vulnerable Residents

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Edmonton

Edmonton, AB (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is strengthening its commitment to supporting people experiencing or at risk of homelessness by expanding Edmonton’s Navigation and Support Centre into a larger facility. Since its launch in January 2024, the centre has served as a one-stop hub where vulnerable Albertans can connect with critical services. By offering multiple supports in one location, the centre has already assisted more than 7,780 individuals and facilitated over 33,700 service connections, helping people overcome barriers to stability and care. Building on this success, the centre will now move from the Karis Centre building to the Bissell…

12 Jul

Edmonton Athletics Invitational: Top track stars race to Edmonton

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Sports, TrendingEdmonton

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The best track and field athletes from around the world will hit the ground running at the Edmonton Athletics Invitational. Olympic-level athletes, coaches and officials will take to the track at the Edmonton Athletics Invitational on July 13. With athletes from 15 countries travelling to Edmonton’s Foote Field, the invitational is expected to bring more than 3,000 spectators and generate about $1.1 million for Edmonton’s economy as participants book hotels, shop and dine at local businesses and restaurants. Through the Major Sport Event grant program, Alberta’s government is supporting the Edmonton Athletics Invitational with $150,000 in funding. This…

11 Jul

Sheriffs shut down drug house in Edmonton

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Edmonton

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Sheriffs have closed a problem property in Edmonton that has been a source of complaints about drug and criminal activity since 2015. The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) unit of the Alberta Sheriffs obtained a court order against the property owner of 6707 32 Ave NW. The property will be closed for 90 days, beginning on July 10 at noon. All individuals must vacate the premises, including the current property owner. The community safety order, obtained in the Court of King’s Bench, bars all people from the property until the closure period ends on Oct.…

07 Jul

Indians in Canada Face Steep Housing Costs in Top Cities

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaBrampton, Calgary, Edmonton, housing prices, Indian diaspora, Toronto, Vancouver

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s vibrant Indian diaspora continues to grow across major cities, but soaring housing prices are posing significant challenges for families hoping to own a home.According to recent figures, Toronto remains the city with the highest Indian population, exceeding 650,000 residents. However, the average home price in Toronto has climbed to $1.1 million, requiring a family income of at least $250,000 to afford a property comfortably.Vancouver, which hosts more than 260,000 people of Indian origin, tops the chart with the highest average house price among the five cities at $1.24 million. Families there would need to earn around…

26 Apr

Meet Punjab-based Gurleen Chandi, Running as MP Candidate from Edmonton Southeast

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): In a promising new chapter for representation and grassroots politics in Alberta, Gurleen Chandi, a Punjab-born tech professional-turned-leader, is contesting as a Member of Parliament (MP) candidate from Edmonton Southeast. With a rich background in technology and a deep understanding of everyday challenges faced by citizens, Chandi brings a fresh perspective to the political landscape. Born in Punjab and having moved to Canada in November 2011, Chandi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Thompson Rivers University in British Columbia. Since 2012, she has been building her career in the IT sector, working with high-profile clients…

04 Apr

Liberal Party Drops Edmonton Gateway Candidate Rod Loyola

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessEdmonton, Liberal Party, Rod Loyola

Alberta ( Rajeev Sharma): The revocation of Rod Loyola’s candidacy certainly adds another layer of controversy and complexity to the federal race in Edmonton Gateway. The resurfacing of that 2009 video and Trudeau's past ideological stances have triggered a rapid response from the Liberal Party, especially given the sensitivities around Hamas and Hezbollah—both of which are officially listed as terrorist entities by the Government of Canada. This decision also leaves the Liberals scrambling in a key riding, especially as they gear up for a heated contest against seasoned Conservative candidate Tim Uppal. Given the proximity to the election date (April…