Canada joins G7 allies in condemning Venezuela’s crackdown on democracy and human rights abuses Canada and G7 Leaders Condemn Venezuela’s Political Oppression OTTAWA: Canada is stepping up with its G7 partners to call out Venezuela’s harsh treatment of political opposition. This is the first major foreign policy move since Canada took the G7 chair this…
Rebel News has lost its appeal against fines for violating election laws related to third-party advertising during the 2019 campaign Rebel News Fails to Overturn Election Law Fines for Third-Party Ads Ottawa: So, here’s the scoop. The Federal Court of Appeal just shot down Rebel News Network’s attempt to get rid of those $3,000 fines.…
Mississauga introduces Canada’s first smart blue roof to tackle urban flooding Smart Blue Roofs: A Breakthrough Solution for Urban Stormwater Management Mississauga: Recently, cities in Ontario have been hit hard by severe weather, leading to significant flooding. This has caused a lot of damage to homes and businesses. To tackle these issues, Mississauga is exploring…
With a promising olive harvest ahead, Canadians wonder if grocery prices will finally decrease Olive Oil Producer Expects Much Better Harvest This Year, Will Prices Drop? Toronto: The world’s largest olive oil producer is gearing up for a much better harvest in the 2024-2025 season. After some tough years, this raises a big question: will…
A human rights organization is pushing Canada to declare genocide in Sudan, following U.S. actions against the Rapid Support Forces. Human Rights Group Urges Canada to Join U.S. in Sudan Genocide Declaration OTTAWA: A well-known human rights group is asking Canada to step up and declare that the actions of Sudan’s paramilitary forces are genocide.…
Unexpected light snow can create serious hazards for commuters, often more than heavy snowfalls The Most Dangerous Snowfall Isn’t What You Think Toronto: You know how it goes—it’s the snow you didn’t see coming that messes up your day. It’s not always the big snowstorms that cause the most trouble. In fact, those little dustings…
Analysts forecast a slight rise in Canada’s jobless rate for December, reflecting ongoing labor market challenges Analysts Predict Jobless Rate Increased in December Amid Economic Concerns Ottawa: So, it looks like the jobless rate in Canada might have ticked up a bit in December. Analysts from RBC and BMO are saying it could hit 6.9%.…
Civil society organizations are urging for a robust oversight mechanism for Canada’s border agency to address concerns of abuse and mistreatment Civil Society Groups Advocate for Strong Border Agency Oversight OTTAWA: The push for a new independent review body to oversee Canada’s border agency is gaining traction. But there are still worries about how effective…
Ukrainian-Canadians express concern over political shifts affecting support for Ukraine Ukrainian-Canadians Call for Continued Support Amid Political Changes OTTAWA: With the political scene shifting in Canada, Ukrainian-Canadians are feeling a bit anxious. They’re hoping that the support for Ukraine stays strong, especially with Donald Trump coming back into the picture. Ihor Michalchyshyn, who leads the…
Calgary embraces winter with ice bikes, crokicurl, and stunning LED-lit rinks Ice Bikes, Crokicurl, and Glowing Blue Lines Showcase Calgary’s Winter Fun Calgary: Winter is here, and it’s not all about hibernating indoors. Some folks are stepping up to enjoy the chilly season. In Calgary, creativity shines through at various skating spots, making winter a…