#Canada

#Canada

Antisemitic incidents in Canada doubled in 2023, reaching a record high. [ more ]

The police identified Gary Allen Srery as the serial killer responsible for the murders of four young women in Calgary in the 1970s. [ more ]

Canada's arts and culture sector strengthens social cohesion and contributes to the country's identity and democracy. [ more ]

Conservative Party in Canada capitalizing on carbon pricing as scapegoat for electoral gain. [ more ]

The Crankworx Summer Series in Canada showcases top mountain biking destinations and hosts FMB-sanctioned slopestyle competitions for emerging riders. [ more ]

Long wait times persist for Canadians seeking family doctors. [ more ]

Canada finally gets Grimace Milkshake after U.S. hype [ more ]

Canada conducting national security review on TikTok's expansion

Review is under the Investment Canada Act and links to disinformation concerns [ more ]

Connecting with farmers across Canada to discuss insights and experiences in agriculture. [ more ]

In Canada, institutional investors are showing significant interest in cryptocurrencies, with 75% holding these assets. [ more ]

Top 10 reputable online Bitcoin casinos in Canada are safe and offer a variety of games and bonuses for players.

Bitcoin casinos are legal in Canada with no specific laws prohibiting Canadian players from using cryptocurrencies. [ more ]

Ontario premier boasts Canada's top spot in a global supply chain ranking and celebrates Honda's significant investment in Canada's EV sector. [ more ]

Canada proposes higher capital gains taxes and increased spending on education, housing, jobs, and mental health services to address key issues and gain voter support. [ more ]

Many Sikhs in Brampton seek justice for the 1984 anti-Sikh violence in India, urging Canada to recognize it as genocide. [ more ]

Opioid-related deaths in Canada doubled between 2019 and 2021, prompting a call for targeted harm-reduction policies. [ more ]

Bill Maher criticizes extreme wokeness and praises Canada as a cautionary tale for the US [ more ]

Canada allocating $2.4 billion for AI-related investments to drive job growth and productivity.

Focus on providing funding for AI research, startups, and scale-ups, positioning Canada as a leader in AI. [ more ]

Nations, including Canada, are urged to implement safeguards on advanced AI systems to prevent catastrophic risks.

Gladstone AI's report warns of losing control over potential future AGI systems and the need for countermeasures. [ more ]

Trans Mountain's expanded oil pipeline will start commercial operations earlier than expected on May 1, defying previous estimates of a second-quarter startup.

The expansion of Trans Mountain is crucial for increasing oil shipments from Canada's British Columbia coast to Asia and the U.S. West Coast, aiming to address the issue of capped oil output due to full pipelines. [ more ]

Canada launches special visa programme for Gazans to bring extended family members to safety.

Families express anger and frustration as no Palestinian applicant has left Gaza under the visa program. [ more ]

India and Pakistan likely attempted to meddle in Canada's elections through clandestine activities and proxy agents.

Canada's spy agency, CSIS, identified India and Pakistan as foreign interference actors and initiated threat reduction measures. [ more ]

Over 400 artists signed an open letter opposing anti-trans legislation in Canada.

The letter emphasizes the importance of preserving expression, individuality, and self-determination for trans individuals. [ more ]

Canadian artists back open letter against anti-trans legislation in Canada.

Concerns over dangers anti-trans policies pose to trans community's well-being in Canada. [ more ]

Canada's population grew by 3.2% in 2023, the highest rate since the 1950s.

97.6% of Canada's population growth in 2023 was due to immigration, with a surge in the number of temporary residents. [ more ]

Partnership between Acast and Indigenous Screen Office in Canada to launch 12 indigenous-led podcasts with $300,000 funding.

Acast to provide lifetime free show hosting and information sessions to support the initiative. [ more ]

Canada secured Copa America spot by beating Trinidad and Tobago 2-0 in Concacaf Nations League playoff.

Cyle Larin and Jacob Shaffelburg scored for Canada to secure the win and a place in the Copa America. [ more ]

Canada setting targets to reduce new temporary residents

Minister Miller convening meeting to discuss levels of temporary residents [ more ]

Canada plans to reduce international student numbers by applying visa limits favoring students who are most likely to accept invitations

The policy may affect enrollment based on various factors including approval rates for study permit applications. [ more ]

Legal cannabis sales in Canada plateaued in 2023, leading to economic challenges for the industry.

Provinces in Canada currently prohibit collaborations on promotions between licensed cannabis producers and retailers. [ more ]

Canada in Group A with Australia and OQT winners

Focus on finishing top 2 in Group A to secure Quarter-Finals berth [ more ]

Canada's annual inflation rate slowed to 2.8% in February.

Rent and mortgage interest costs remain primary drivers of inflation. [ more ]

Online slots are popular in Canada with top-rated sites offering lucrative bonuses and various game mechanics.

Research indicates the 10 best online slots in Canada have high RTPs, multiple bonus features, and flexible betting limits. [ more ]

Canadian MPs are being restricted from speaking to Muslim congregants during Ramadan until they take action to end the Gaza war.

Over 300 Muslim groups in Canada are demanding Canadian politicians to condemn Israeli war crimes and support a ceasefire in Gaza, threatening to ban MPs from addressing congregations. [ more ]

Migrant care workers in Canada face challenges with upcoming pilot programs expiry and high language requirements. [ more ]

Export of military goods to Israel subject of lawsuit

Canadian government urged to halt military exports to Israel [ more ]

Canada seen as potential area for BKFC expansion

Main event features Jade Masson-Wong vs. Gabrielle Roman [ more ]

Canada reimposes visa requirements on Mexican nationals

Exponential growth in asylum claims by Mexican nationals [ more ]

The crisis in Canada's bail system has worsened over the last decade

Major delays in the bail process due to strain on court system [ more ]

Subway in Canada allegedly discontinuing yellow mustard due to supplier shortage.

Subway may be streamlining the menu to optimize operations amidst a changing sauce landscape. [ more ]

Ukrainian woman fled war while pregnant

Ongoing need for support from Canada [ more ]

Canada's annual inflation rate slowed to 2.9% in January, lower than expected at 3.3%.

Gas prices fell 4% year over year, contributing to the inflation rate slowdown despite continued rise in grocery prices. [ more ]

Federal government is investing $500,000 in expanding legal advice for Ukrainian immigrants in Canada through Pro Bono Ontario.

The funding will empower Pro Bono Ontario to provide initial legal inquiries and advice, not full legal advocacy, to displaced Ukrainians. [ more ]

Canada's regulatory clarity may set a global standard for crypto markets.

Coinbase's moves in Canada could forecast its future strategies worldwide. [ more ]

Shippo launches Addresses API to validate and store customer shipping addresses

UPS launches weekend residential delivery service in Canada [ more ]

Human rights advocates accuse Canada of misleading the public on weapons sales to Israel

Loopholes and lack of transparency complicate efforts to end weapons transfers [ more ]

Canada women's basketball team wins against Spain.

Spain lost their opening game against Japan. [ more ]

Temperatures are soaring in Ontario, with Toronto breaking a daily record.

Other cities in Ontario are also experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures. [ more ]

Canada's Senior Women's Basketball team is competing in a tournament in Hungary to secure a spot in the 2024 Olympic Games.

Canada needs to place in the top three in the tournament to qualify for the Olympics. [ more ]

Lowering interest rates will not fix Canada's housing affordability problem, according to Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem.

The real issue is the shortage of housing supply, caused by factors such as zoning restrictions and delays in the approval process. [ more ]

Canada's health minister wants to slow down the expansion of medically assisted death for mental illness

The government wants more time to study the complexities and gather input from stakeholders [ more ]

Canada postpones legal change for medical assistance in dying for mental illnesses [ more ]

The federal government is extending the ban on foreign home purchasing in Canada until 2027.

Experts question the significant impact of the ban on housing affordability due to the small share of the market owned by non-Canadians. [ more ]

The opening fixture of the 2026 World Cup will take place at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. [ more ]

Trudeau and Poilievre have different theories of change

They are duelling over the different impacts of change on Canadians [ more ]

The NHL and NHLPA will hold a four-team international tournament in 2025 to replace the All-Star Weekend

The participating countries will be Canada, the United States, Finland, and Sweden [ more ]

Authorities dismantle drug-smuggling operation involving large quantities of narcotics from Mexico to Los Angeles.

19 people charged in organized crime syndicate, including a Canadian trafficker and Italian Mafia figure. [ more ]

Innovation, Science and Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne is calling on the Competition Bureau to investigate the cost of groceries in Canada.

Champagne criticized large grocery companies for their lack of cooperation with the bureau's study on food inflation and called for increased transparency. [ more ]

Brexit trade talks between the UK and Canada have been called off due to disagreements over beef and cheese imports.

Trade between the two countries continues under the same deal established during the UK's EU membership. [ more ]

Britain has suspended talks on a free trade deal with Canada due to unhappiness about access to agricultural markets.

Canadian farmers complain they have been effectively shut out of the British beef market due to regulations banning the use of hormones. [ more ]

The end of trade talks between the UK and Canada is a relief for farmers, as compromise would have damaged the UK farming sector.

The position of farmers is often a totemic issue in trade talks, with agricultural products being the first thing to be discussed and the last thing to be agreed. [ more ]