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Ontario Man Charged with Impaired Driving After SUV Collides with GO Transit Bus

Ontario Man Charged with Impaired Driving After SUV Collides with GO Transit Bus

St. Catharines, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A 56-year-old man from Omemee, Ontario, faces impaired driving charges following a dramatic collision with a GO Transit bus in St. Catharines on Sunday, March 22, 2026. According to Niagara Regional Police, the incident occurred in the north end of the city near North Service Road and YMCA Drive, just off the Queen Elizabeth Way. Investigators determined that a Honda CRV travelling in the northbound lane crossed over and drove directly into the path of the southbound bus. At the time of the crash, the GO Transit bus was carrying 18 passengers. Emergency responders transported…
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Bank of Canada Announces Departure of Deputy Governors Toni Gravelle and Sharon Kozicki

Bank of Canada Announces Departure of Deputy Governors Toni Gravelle and Sharon Kozicki

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Bank of Canada announced on Monday, March 23, 2026, that Deputy Governors Toni Gravelle and Sharon Kozicki will be departing from their roles later this year. The central bank confirmed that both veteran policymakers have decided to retire after distinguished careers in public service and central banking. Toni Gravelle, who has overseen the Bank’s financial markets activities, will retire effective July 31, 2026. Sharon Kozicki, a key figure in monetary policy design and the first woman appointed as a Deputy Governor in over six years when she joined the Governing Council in 2021, will step down…
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Happyness & Wellness Community Society Hosts Spiritual “Bhajan Clubbing” Spiritual Concert for the Community

Happyness & Wellness Community Society Hosts Spiritual “Bhajan Clubbing” Spiritual Concert for the Community

Surrey (Richa Walia): The Happyness & Wellness Community Society successfully organized the “Unique You – 4th Edition”, featuring a spiritually uplifting and innovative “Shakti Bhajan Clubbing” concert by Bhakti Crew. The event brought together community members for an evening filled with devotion, music, and positive energy, creating a unique blend of spirituality and celebration. The concept of Bhajan Clubbing seamlessly fused traditional devotional bhajans with a contemporary musical ambiance, offering attendees a refreshing and engaging spiritual experience. Participants from all age groups joined with great enthusiasm, singing along and immersing themselves in the vibrant and uplifting atmosphere. The energy in…
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Tri-City Hindu Cultural Society Celebrates “Radhey Radhey – Holi Ke Rang Radha Krishna Ke Sang” with Devotion and Festivity

Tri-City Hindu Cultural Society Celebrates “Radhey Radhey – Holi Ke Rang Radha Krishna Ke Sang” with Devotion and Festivity

Port Coquitlam (Richa Walia): The Tri-City Hindu Cultural Society successfully hosted its 3rd Annual Holi Celebration, “Radhey Radhey – Holi Ke Rang Radha Krishna Ke Sang,” at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre, bringing together families and community members in a vibrant display of devotion, culture, and unity. The event featured a soulful Bhajan Sandhya by Nitesh Joshi Ji, captivating the audience with devotional melodies dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha. The spiritual atmosphere was further enriched with Aarti, followed by a warm and welcoming Priti Bhoj (community meal), allowing attendees to connect and celebrate together.Participants enjoyed the festive spirit of…
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Christopher Morales Williams Shatters Championship Record to Claim World Indoor 400m Gold

Christopher Morales Williams Shatters Championship Record to Claim World Indoor 400m Gold

Toruń, Poland (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian sensation Christopher Morales Williams secured his first global title on Saturday, March 21, 2026, winning the men’s 400-metre gold at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Toruń, Poland. The 21-year-old from Vaughan, Ontario, clocked a staggering 44.76 seconds, establishing a new championship record and becoming the first athlete in history to run a sub-45-second 400m indoors outside of the United States. Morales Williams entered the final as the man to beat after posting the fastest times in both the heats (45.51) and the semi-finals (45.35) earlier in the competition. In the final, which was conducted…
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Northeastern Ontario Man Receives Lifetime Hunting Ban Following Moose Poaching Investigation

Northeastern Ontario Man Receives Lifetime Hunting Ban Following Moose Poaching Investigation

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): A Larder Lake man has been handed a lifetime prohibition from hunting in Ontario after pleading guilty to multiple wildlife violations. Donald Gosselin appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on November 13, 2025, where he was sentenced for failing to properly attach an invalidated moose tag and failing to produce a licence to a conservation officer. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) launched an investigation into Gosselin’s activities on November 11, 2024, following a targeted vehicle stop on Larder Station Road. Officers reported finding Gosselin returning from a hunting camp with a rifle on…
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Premier Danielle Smith Rules Out Immediate Gas Tax Relief Despite Rising Pump Prices

Premier Danielle Smith Rules Out Immediate Gas Tax Relief Despite Rising Pump Prices

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has advised Albertans not to expect immediate relief from provincial tax breaks at the gas pump, despite prices currently hovering around $1.60 a litre. Speaking on her Saturday radio program, Your Province, Your Premier, Smith explained that the recent surge in fuel costs is largely driven by global oil price volatility stemming from the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran—factors she characterized as entirely out of the provincial government's control. The Premier’s cautious stance comes as the province prepares for the start of a new fiscal quarter on April 1. Under…
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Redstone HOA Under Fire: Community Outrage Over Sudden Penalties and Legal Notices

Redstone HOA Under Fire: Community Outrage Over Sudden Penalties and Legal Notices

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of Redstone are voicing growing anger and frustration over what they describe as unfair and heavy-handed actions by the Homeowners Association (HOA), following the sudden issuance of legal notices and significant financial penalties without prior communication or transparency. According to numerous homeowners, several households recently received letters from legal representatives demanding immediate payment of fines, with many claiming these notices came without adequate warning, consultation, or clear explanation of the alleged violations, leaving families shocked and distressed. Community members say the experience has created a climate of fear, pressure, and uncertainty. One resident shared that “there…
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Three Quebec Mariners Return Home After Being Stranded in Persian Gulf

Three Quebec Mariners Return Home After Being Stranded in Persian Gulf

Quebec City (Rajeev Sharma): A Quebec-based shipping company, Desgagnés, announced on Friday, March 20, 2026, that three Canadian mariners have safely returned home after being stranded aboard vessels in the Persian Gulf for several weeks. The trio, who are trainees from Quebec’s maritime institute (Institut maritime du Québec), were serving on two of the company’s ships as part of their collegiate program when the regional conflict escalated in late February. The repatriation was made possible through the diplomatic assistance of the Saudi Arabian government, which facilitated the trainees' travel from the Gulf to Europe and finally back to Canada. While…
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Canada Drops to 25th in 2026 World Happiness Report; Lowest Ranking Ever

Canada Drops to 25th in 2026 World Happiness Report; Lowest Ranking Ever

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has fallen to 25th place in the 2026 World Happiness Report, marking its lowest position since the global survey was launched in 2012. According to the annual report released on March 19, 2026, Canada’s ranking reflects a significant decline from 18th place in 2025 and a steady plummet from its 5th-place standing in 2015. The 2026 report, published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford in partnership with the UN and Gallup, highlights a growing crisis in well-being among young people in English-speaking nations. Researchers pointed to heavy social media use as a…
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