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Canada gets a taste of separatism as oil-rich Alberta members meet US officials, echoing India’s Khalistan concerns
3+ hour, 56+ min ago (110+ words) An Alberta-based separatist group has met with US State Department officials to discuss independence, seeking a $500 billion line of credit. This outreach mirrors India's long-standing concerns about Khalistani separatism operating from Canada, raising diplomatic and political pressure on Ottawa. Buy,…...
Who are the Alberta separatists, and what are their demands?
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (200+ words) Alberta separatists are gaining momentum following the 2025 Liberal election victory, fueled by frustrations over federal environmental policies and perceived unfair taxation. While Premier Danielle Smith opposes separation, her government has allowed a petition for a potential independence referendum, with 28% of…...
Canada: Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology to close after sharp fall in international students
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (111+ words) Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) is shutting down next year due to a drastic drop in international student numbers, following a federal cap. This led to a nearly 60% revenue loss, making its finances unsustainable. Current students will complete…...
Foucault's Pendulum
4+ day, 17+ hour ago (202+ words) Foucault's Pendulum'The Economic Times That was when I saw the Pendulum.The sphere, hanging from a long wire set into the ceiling of the choir, swayed back and forth with isochronal majesty that the period was governed by the square…...
Quote of the Day by Mark Carney: 'Leadership is the acceptance of responsibility rather than..."
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (285+ words) Mark Carneys Quote of the Day: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faces scrutiny for using British spellings in official documents. This has ignited a national discussion on Canadian English. Amidst this debate, Carney's words on leadership highlight the importance of…...
Danielle Smith makes history as first Alberta Premier in almost 90 years to face citizen-led recall amid allegations of ignoring constituents and weakening public services
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (207+ words) Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing a citizen-led recall effort. This is the second time in Alberta's history a premier has faced such a challenge. Petitions are also targeting other United Conservative Party members. Voters have three months to gather…...
Alberta nursing care workers threaten massive strike, what are they demanding; Alberta Finance minister responds as time runs out; all you need to know
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (143+ words) Alberta's unionized healthcare staff, predominantly licensed practical nurses and healthcare aides, have voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike, with job action possible later in November 2025. Concerns over stagnant wages and workplace safety are driving the potential strike, as negotiations…...
Thousands turn up for independent Alberta rally - is the Canadian state on the verge of seceding?
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (98+ words) Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, earlier this year, announced that she would hold a referendum on separation from Canada next year if a citizen-led petition reaches the required number of signatures. Porsche recalls over 3,000 vehicles in Canada across several models over…...
Alberta Premier sets Monday deadline for back-to-work legislation as teachers strike enters third week
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (92+ words) Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced back-to-work legislation will be introduced Monday, October 27, if striking teachers don't reach a deal. The three-week strike affects 51,000 teachers and 750,000 students provincewide. Teachers protested at the legislature Thursday, October 23, opposing the government's wage offer and…...
Canada reports first death linked to measles epidemic
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (281+ words) An infant born prematurely in Alberta died from measles, marking Canada's first fatality in the disease's recent resurgence after the mother contracted it during pregnancy. Canada has recorded 5,006 cases since early 2025, predominantly among unvaccinated individuals, with outbreaks disproportionately affecting Anabaptist…...