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Canada Expands Online Passport Renewal for Eligible Adults

The Government of Canada has announced that all eligible adults can now renew their passports online, effective July 28, 2026. The new online service aims to streamline the renewal process and reduce the need for in-person visits. This initiative represents an effort to modernize the passport program and improve accessibility for Canadians.

Sources: Toronto Telegraph, Global News, Cic News, CBC News, Yahoo! News
Politics • about 1 hour ago
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Canadian Charity Achieves Milestone in Medical Travel Assistance

A Canadian charity dedicated to providing free medical travel support has reached a significant milestone. The organization addresses transportation challenges faced by individuals in rural and underserved communities who need to travel for healthcare services. Their efforts highlight the importance of access to necessary medical treatment beyond just the appointment itself.

Sources: Daily Hive Victoria
Politics • about 1 hour ago
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British Columbia Enforces Campfire Fines Amid Wildfire Threats

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service issued nearly $22,000 in fines for illegal campfires over the weekend. Spot checks revealed multiple violations as wildfire crews worked to control raging fires threatening southern communities. The conservation officers emphasized that ignorance of the campfire ban is not an acceptable excuse for non-compliance.

Sources: CBC News, Western Wheel, Airdrie News, Town And Country Today, Lakeland News, Rocky Mountain Outlook, Times Colonist, Richmond News, Ns News, Vancouver Is Awesome, St. Albert News

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Politics • about 1 hour ago
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Dark Star Minerals Inc. Announces Non-Brokered Private Placement

Dark Star Minerals Inc. has announced a non-brokered private placement targeting up to $337,500 in gross proceeds. The placement involves selling up to 4,500,000 flow-through units at a price of $0.075 per unit. Insiders of the company may participate in this offering.

Sources: Newsfilecorp
Markets • about 1 hour ago
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Whatcom Capital II Corp. Announces Grant of Stock Options

Whatcom Capital II Corp. has approved the grant of 1,100,000 stock options to its directors and officers. Each option allows the holder to acquire one common share of the company. This announcement was made in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange.

Sources: Newsfilecorp
Business • about 1 hour ago
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Dominic LeBlanc Travels to Washington Amid Trade Concerns

Dominic LeBlanc, Canada's Trade Minister, is heading to Washington for discussions following recent threats from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding potential new tariffs on Canadian goods. These developments come as the Trump administration expresses disinterest in the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Canadian officials are preparing for potential impacts on trade relations.

Sources: Google News, Panow, Kamloops This Week, Global News

National News Desk

Business • about 1 hour ago
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Canadian Government Introduces Support for Softwood Lumber Sector

The Government of Canada has announced new measures to support the softwood lumber industry amid changing trade conditions due to shifts in U.S. trade policy. Financial assistance will be directed towards lumber companies to help preserve jobs in the sector. This announcement comes amid ongoing challenges affecting Canadian softwood lumber exports to the United States.

Sources: Toronto Telegraph
Politics • about 1 hour ago
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Montreal's Welcoming Status Challenged in New Global Ranking

A new ranking by Holafly evaluated 200 cities globally for their welcoming nature towards travellers. Montreal was noted for its friendly atmosphere but was surpassed by another city in Quebec. The study utilized six factors, including English proficiency and social support scores, to assess the cities.

Sources: Mtl Blog
Politics • about 1 hour ago
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Auro Metals Reports Drill Results from Santa Barbara Gold-Copper Project

Auro Metals Inc. has announced assay results from the third batch of four drill holes in its Phase I Drill Program at the Santa Barbara Gold-Copper Project in Ecuador. The drilling program has completed a total of 19 drill holes to date. The latest results include a significant intersection of 542 metres grading 0.60 grams per tonne of gold and 0.12% copper.

Sources: Newsfilecorp
Business • about 2 hours ago
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Persephone Brewing in B.C. Announces Sale After 14 Years of Operation

Persephone Brewing in British Columbia is officially for sale after 14 years of operation. The brewery's leadership is seeking a suitable buyer to continue its legacy, stating that if no appropriate match is found, they will close the business by autumn. Co-founder Brian Smith emphasized the desire to ensure a proper transition for the farm and brewery.

Sources: Daily Hive Victoria
Politics • about 2 hours ago
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BC Man Receives Compensation After Removal from Salvation Army Halfway House

A British Columbia man has been awarded $30,000 after being removed from a Salvation Army-operated halfway house. The decision followed a situation concerning the man's mental health and the safety of staff and residents. The case highlights the complexities involved in providing support to individuals with mental health challenges in residential settings.

Sources: Infonews.ca
Politics • about 2 hours ago
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Keanu Reeves to Perform in Vancouver This Summer with Dogstar

Keanu Reeves will perform in Vancouver as part of a tour with his band, Dogstar. The concert is scheduled for September 16 at the Vogue Theatre. This event supports their latest album, released in the spring of this year.

Sources: Daily Hive Victoria, Google News
Technology • about 5 hours ago
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Canada Announces $1.5 Billion Investment in Sovereign AI Compute Infrastructure

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada unveiled a $1.5 billion national initiative to construct high-performance supercomputing clusters in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. The infrastructure will provide Canadian researchers and AI startups dedicated access to sovereign computing power.

Sources: The Globe and Mail, Le Devoir
Markets • about 6 hours ago
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Port of Vancouver Finalizes $850 Million Marine Terminal Expansion

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority approved an $850 million expansion project for its marine container terminal facilities. The project aims to increase container throughput capacity by 35% by 2028 to accommodate growing Trans-Pacific trade volume.

Sources: Vancouver Sun, Financial Post