Liberals under pressure on Omer Khadr The federal Conservative Party recently launched a website, called “Khadr Questions,” with suggested social-media posts questioning why and when Mr. Trudeau’s government made its decision to compensate “a convicted and self-confessed terrorist.” Mr. Trudeau has publicly defended the government’s apology and settlement, saying Mr. Khadr’s rights had to be defended. “The Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects all Canadians, every … Read More
An Australian senator resigned after revealing she holds dual Canadian citizenship. Larissa Waters, the co-deputy leader of the Greens party resigned since Australia’s constitution bars dual citizens from eligibility for election. She had the Canadian citizenship since birth. In a statement she said, “I left Canada as a baby, born to Australian parents studying and working briefly in Canada before they returned home,” she wrote. “I have lived my life thinking … Read More
Muslim Cemetery Application Rejected in Quebec The referendum was held on Sunday in Saint-Apollinaire, Quebec, a town of about 5,000 located just outside Quebec City. Provincial rules meant only 49 people were eligible to vote; the nays won 19-16 and one ballot was rejected. Only 36 people cast ballots. The cemetery was proposed by the Quebec Islamic Cultural Centre, which was the site of a shooting … Read More
State of Emergency Declared in BC On July 07, 2017, Todd Stone, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Emergency Management BC, announced a provincial state of emergency to ensure a co-ordinated response to the current wildfire situation and to ensure public safety. Today alone there have been 56 new wildfire starts throughout the province. Evacuation alerts and orders have been issued for Ashcroft, … Read More
ANALYSIS | Ontario regaining status as economic engine for Canada Ontario’s economy is surging after years of lagging behind the oil-producing provinces. Don’t believe it? There’s plenty of evidence. Canada’s big banks are forecasting that Ontario will lead the country in economic growth this year or be within a hair of the top of the pack. Unemployment sits at its lowest level in 16 years. And that economic success is being felt across … Read More
Manchester bombing suspect Salman Abedi reportedly linked to former Ottawa extremist imam TORONTO — The bomber who attacked a Manchester pop concert has been linked to an extremist imam from Ottawa whom Canadian intelligence officials had warned was “promoting violent jihad” in Libya. Quoting a senior American official who spoke on the condition of anonymity, The New York Times reported that Salman Abedi “had links to a radical preacher in Libya identified as … Read More
CN Rail union says plans strike for Tuesday as contract talks falter TORONTO (Reuters) – A union representing Canadian National Railway Co conductors said it plans to strike on Tuesday morning after the railroad announced new work rules in the midst of negotiations to replace a contract that expired last year. The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference disclosed the plan on Saturday evening in an update to members that said the company had … Read More
In celebration of Earth Day, 12 scenic spots across picturesque Canada Canada is known the world over for its cultural diversity and it’s something we are immensely grateful for. Perhaps it can only be rivalled by our diverse landscape. From rolling sand dunes and surf-able waves, to the highest tree-covered mountains and gleaming crystal waters, Canadians know we live in a pretty spectacular country. What better time than Earth Day to … Read More
Meat-eating! New species of sponge found off the coast of Canada Canadian researchers have discovered a new species of meat-eating sponge in the North Atlantic Ocean. Don’t worry, though, it doesn’t eat human meat — it feeds on zooplankton, tiny animals that drift in sea water. (With those fish bone-looking spikes, though, it sure looks like a creature from hell.) Cladorhiza kenchingtonae is about 6.5 feet long.Photo: Fisheries and Oceans Canada … Read More
Prairieland Park seeks to install chairlift ride on Saskatoon Ex grounds A proposed attraction at Prairieland Park could one day give visitors to the Saskatoon Exhibition a birds-eye view of the city. A report going to a Saskatoon city committee Monday seeks approval for a permanent skyride chairlift, similar to lifts seen at ski hills. “It’s really a nice, scenic ride,” Prairieland CEO Mark Regier, who said similar rides are set … Read More