Canada Archives - Page 6 of 137

26 Mar

Air Canada CEO Apologises for English-Only Message After Fatal Crash

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau on Thursday apologised for issuing condolences only in English following a fatal plane crash, drawing criticism from Mark Carney. Rousseau said he was “deeply saddened” that his inability to speak French shifted attention away from the grief of victims’ families. The controversy erupted after an Air Canada aircraft collided with a fire truck while landing at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in the deaths of both pilots. Prime Minister Carney criticised the English-only message, calling it a lack of “judgment” and “compassion,” especially given that French is one of Canada’s official languages. Although Air…

26 Mar

Ambe Society to Host Musical Ram Katha in Calgary on March 29, 2026

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Ambe Society is set to bring an evening of spirituality, devotion, and musical storytelling to Calgary with a special Musical Ram Katha by spiritual speaker Rishi Nagar. Scheduled for March 29, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the event will take place at Moon Light Banquet Hall, 2886 Sunridge Way NE, Calgary, Alberta. Devotees and community members are invited to gather for this soulful experience that blends narration of the sacred Ramayana with devotional music and bhajans.The Musical Ram Katha promises to offer a unique spiritual atmosphere, combining traditional storytelling with live musical elements, allowing…

25 Mar

Punjabi Lawyer Dies Suddenly in Canada, Wave of Grief in Fatehgarh Sahib

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Rajeev Sharma :- A tragic incident from Canada has left the Punjabi community in deep shock after a 45-year-old lawyer from Fatehgarh Sahib passed away suddenly. The deceased has been identified as Harshwinder Singh Cheema, whose untimely demise has created an atmosphere of mourning among his family, colleagues, and well-wishers. According to initial information, the cause of death is believed to be a cardiac arrest. Cheema had moved to Canada nearly three years ago on a work permit along with his family in search of better opportunities and a stable future. His sudden death has not only devastated his family…

25 Mar

RCMP Raids Homes of Calgary Political Figures, Including Former Mayor Jyoti Gondek, in Expanding Corruption Probe

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A widening corruption investigation led by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police has sent shockwaves through Calgary City Hall, after search warrants were executed at the homes of multiple high-profile political figures, including former mayor Jyoti Gondek. Authorities confirmed that warrants were carried out at the residences of Gondek, former Ward 4 councillor Sean Chu, and current Ward 10 councillor Andre Chabot as part of an ongoing probe into alleged corruption. All three individuals have stated they are fully cooperating with investigators. Gondek confirmed that police attended her home with a warrant and seized her cellphone. In a…

25 Mar

Minimum Wage Goes Up, But Not for Most Albertans: Ottawa Raises Federal Rate to $18.15/hr While Alberta Stays at $15

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Canada has announced an increase in the federal minimum wage to $18.15 per hour, up from $17.75, as part of its annual adjustment tied to inflation. The policy ensures that wages for federally regulated workers keep pace with the rising cost of living, rather than being influenced by political decisions. The federal minimum wage applies only to employees working in federally regulated sectors, including banking, telecommunications, interprovincial transportation, railways, and airports. This covers a range of roles such as call centre agents, clerks, cleaners, warehouse workers, and baggage handlers. However, many of these…

24 Mar

Premier Smith Admits Initial Deadlines for Carney-Smith Pipeline Deal Will Be Missed

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirmed on Monday, March 23, 2026, that the first set of deadlines in the high-profile energy and environment agreement with Prime Minister Mark Carney are not expected to be met. Speaking from the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston, Texas, Smith acknowledged that while several components are nearing completion, the April 1 target for a comprehensive deal remains out of reach. The memorandum of understanding, signed last November, was designed to fast-track a new oil pipeline to the British Columbia coast in exchange for Alberta’s alignment with federal climate goals. The delays are primarily…

24 Mar

Justice Minister Sean Fraser Rejects Provincial Demands for Final Say in Judicial Appointments

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, dismissed a joint request from four provinces seeking a more authoritative role in the nomination of judges. Premiers Danielle Smith of Alberta, Scott Moe of Saskatchewan, Doug Ford of Ontario, and François Legault of Quebec co-signed a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney, demanding a "substantive role" in selecting judges for superior courts, provincial courts of appeal, and the Supreme Court of Canada. The premiers argued that Canada is an "outlier" compared to other federal systems like the United States, Australia, and Germany, where sub-national governments hold…

24 Mar

Canada Flags Over 150,000 Student Permit Violations, Raising Fraud Concerns

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada is facing growing concern over the integrity of its international student system after a federal audit revealed that more than 150,000 study permit holders were flagged for potential violations between 2023 and 2024. The report by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) highlights serious gaps in monitoring and enforcement, including cases linked to suspected fraud, fake admission letters, and students failing to comply with study permit conditions. Despite the scale of the issue, officials reportedly have the capacity to investigate only a small fraction of these cases each year, leaving tens of thousands unchecked. The audit…

24 Mar

CRA Announces Major Hiring Drive: No Degree Required for Jobs Paying Up to $80,000

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): In a major employment boost across the country, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has launched a large-scale hiring campaign, offering thousands of job opportunities with salaries reaching up to $80,000 annually. What makes this recruitment drive particularly significant is that many of these positions do not require a university degree, opening doors for a wide range of applicants including newcomers, students, and individuals seeking stable government careers. The agency is currently hiring for key frontline and administrative roles. Among the most sought-after positions is the Taxpayer Services Agent, offering salaries between $65,547 and $77,868, where employees assist…

23 Mar

Quebec Housing Tribunal Strikes Down “No-Pet” Clause as Violation of Human Rights

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Montreal (Rajeev Sharma): A landmark ruling by Quebec’s housing tribunal, the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL), has found that "no-pet" clauses in rental leases violate the province's Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms. The decision, issued on March 12, 2026, marks a significant shift in tenants' rights, potentially ending the era of automatic evictions based on pet ownership. Judge Suzanne Guévremont rejected a Montreal landlord’s attempt to evict a tenant who had lived in her home since 2011, ruling that forcing a choice between a home and a pet is an "oppressive and unacceptable intrusion" into private family life. The…