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24 May

ISKCON Calgary’s 21st Annual Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra on June 22

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Calgary, (Rajeev Sharma) : The Radha Madhav Cultural Association (ISKCON Calgary) will present the spirit of devotion and cultural vibrancy to the city with the 21st Annual Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra Chariot Festival on Sunday, June 22, 2025. In an interview with National Times, Krishna Vidyadas Prabhu, one of the key organizers, highlighted the festival’s message of unity, love, and cultural harmony, welcoming all Calgarians regardless of background or faith. He stated that this highly anticipated spiritual and cultural event will commence with a grand chariot parade at 11:00 AM from 421 Riverfront Avenue, near the Harry Hays Building. Devotees…

24 May

Enhancing Alberta’s veterinary diagnostic capacity

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Calgary (National Times): Alberta’s government is increasing funding to UCalgary’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine’s Diagnostic Services Unit to support Alberta’s livestock producers and veterinarians. Alberta is famously a livestock province, renowned for producing some of the world’s best meat. Livestock is also a significant driver of Alberta’s economy, with livestock market receipts totalling almost $12 billion in 2024. For this essential industry to keep growing and thriving, it needs quick, affordable diagnostics and robust disease preparedness. Beginning with Budget 2025, Alberta’s government is providing the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) with a total of $9.5 million over…

24 May

Finance Minister Nate Horner to travel to Europe from May 25 to June 5

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Calgary (National Times): Minister Horner will meet with groups of investors, government officials, and industry in Germany, Czechia, Poland, the United Kingdom and Ireland. The meetings are an opportunity to market Alberta bonds to new global investors and to strengthen ties with those already familiar with Alberta. Minister Horner will speak to Alberta’s current fiscal plan, as well as market the province’s investment opportunities and economic strengths. “As we continue to deal with uncertainty in our trade relations, it’s more important than ever to strengthen economic ties with other markets around the world. I’m looking forward to promoting Alberta’s successes…

23 May

Hindu Society of Calgary Hosts Empowering Cultural Awareness Session with Calgary Police

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Hindu Society of Calgary (HSC) recently organized an informative session aimed at educating attendees from different religions about Hindu community rituals, the profound significance of religious symbols, traditional attire, and their underlying values. The event saw enthusiastic participation from members of the Calgary Police Service (CPS) and representatives from various organizations, fostering a spirit of cultural understanding, community engagement, and mutual respect. During the session, CPS representative Ranbir Randhawa, on behalf of his team, engaged in a thoughtful Q&A, inquiring about various Hindu practices and symbols such as the bindi, tilak, mauli (sacred thread), and swastik. …

23 May

Steve Rai Becomes First Punjabi Sikh Chief of Vancouver Police

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Vancouver (National Times): The Vancouver Police Department has appointed Steve Rai as its new Chief Constable, making history as the first Punjabi Sikh to assume the role in the department’s more than 130-year history. Rai, a respected figure within the force, brings over three decades of policing experience to the position. Known for his dedication to community safety and progressive leadership, Rai’s career began after serving in the Canadian Armed Reserves during his university years—a background that shaped his disciplined and service-driven approach to policing. “This appointment reflects the evolving face of our city and our commitment to inclusive leadership,”…

22 May

Carney Unveils Unified Government Mandate Letter Emphasizing Key National Priorities

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Ottawa, May 22, 2025: Prime Minister Mark Carney has introduced a consolidated mandate letter outlining his government's core priorities, signaling a cohesive approach to governance. This unified directive aims to streamline efforts across ministries, focusing on economic growth, climate action, and social equity. The mandate letter emphasizes the importance of collaboration among federal departments to achieve these objectives. Carney's approach reflects a commitment to coordinated policy implementation, ensuring that various sectors work in tandem towards common goals. This initiative comes in the wake of the Liberal Party securing a minority government in the recent federal election, underscoring the need for…

22 May

Canada to Deport 36,087 Individuals in 2025: 90% Are Failed Refugee Claimants

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Ottawa, (Rajeev Sharma): The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has confirmed that the federal government is preparing to deport approximately 36,000 individuals from the country in 2025. According to official sources, more than 90% of those facing removal are failed refugee claimants whose asylum applications have been rejected or withdrawn. This marks one of the largest deportation efforts in recent years, as the federal government moves to enforce immigration laws more strictly amid increasing pressure over border management, housing shortages, and concerns about irregular migration. The breakdown of Deportations are 32,400 individuals are refugee claimants who have been deemed inadmissible…

22 May

Alberta’s OIPC comments on emerging developments regarding PowerSchool cybersecurity incident

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Calgary (National Times): The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) of Alberta has become aware of new developments in regard to the PowerSchool cybersecurity incident in December 2024 that affected many educational institutions in Alberta. PowerSchool contacted the OIPC earlier this month regarding these new developments. PowerSchool notified the OIPC that it has become aware that a threat actor has reached out to multiple educational institutions in Alberta in an attempt to extort them using data from the December incident. PowerSchool has also posted new information on its website. “Our office has launched a number of investigations as…

22 May

Protecting Albertans from future floods

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Calgary (National Times): The Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) is now in operation, protecting lives and critical infrastructure in southern Alberta from floods. In June 2013, southern Alberta experienced the costliest natural disaster in Canadian history, causing five deaths, displacing more than 80,000 Albertans, and resulting in more than $5 billion in damages. In response, Alberta’s government committed to building SR1 to strengthen flood protection for Calgary and nearby communities. Construction of the SR1 began in 2022, following robust engagements with the public and First Nations, and a comprehensive regulatory process. Following three years of construction, the SR1 is now complete…

21 May

Canada Post to Present New Contract Offers Ahead of Imminent Strike Deadline

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Ottawa, May 21, 2025: Canada Post is set to present new contract proposals to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) today, just days before a potential nationwide strike scheduled to commence at midnight on Friday. The union, representing over 55,000 postal workers, had issued a 72-hour strike notice earlier this week, citing concerns over working conditions and benefits.The Crown corporation's spokesperson, Jon Hamilton, expressed hope that the forthcoming offers would facilitate a resolution and avert service disruptions. "Hopefully we can get talks going again and get a deal," Hamilton stated, emphasizing the organization's commitment to reaching an agreement that…