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- Beaches® Resorts Announces Nearly US $1B in Expansion Plans for its Premier Family Travel Brand
Beaches Resorts announced plans to invest nearly US $1 billion in the expansion of its leading family all-inclusive vacation brand, doubling its footprint within the next five years. Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman of Beaches Resorts, unveiled the groundbreaking announcement and ambitious expansion plans at the company’s Made of Caribbean global launch event held in New… Read more: Beaches® Resorts Announces Nearly US $1B in Expansion Plans for its Premier Family Travel Brand - Ten Ways to Live the Suite Life with Kempinski
With a collection of spectacular properties in its portfolio, Kempinski Hotels is proudly home to some of the finest luxury suites in the world. From sprawling villas and sky-high penthouses to characterful hideaways steeped in history, the Kempinski constellation is filled with stand-out accommodations fit for contemporary kings and starry-eyed queens. As World Sleep Day… Read more: Ten Ways to Live the Suite Life with Kempinski - Canada’s navy sails with US ships as Trump talks annexation
ICYMI: Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Written by: Yves Engler As Donald Trump seeks to cripple Canada economically to pursue annexation, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) is assisting the US bid to stoke war with China. With far-right Trump supporters calling for the US to invade, Canada continues to assist US belligerence in Asia. Last… Read more: Canada’s navy sails with US ships as Trump talks annexation - Chinese Canadians will form national organization to oppose McCarthyism
Image credit: FridayEverday Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Editor’s note: This article was originally published by Fridayeveryday. Written by: Aidan Jonah Chinese Canadians have been put through the ringer by Canada’s government and their collaborators in the community. Now, Chinese Canadians will form a national organization to oppose McCarthyism and defend their democratic rights. The… Read more: Chinese Canadians will form national organization to oppose McCarthyism - Anthony Albanese denounces US tariffs as ‘not a friendly act’ after Donald Trump refuses exemption for Australia
ICYMI: Global 25% levy regime on steel and aluminium imports due to come into effect at midnight US time * Australia’s record gold exports to US set back its case for tariff relief as Trump trade war looms * Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates * Get our breaking news email, free… Read more: Anthony Albanese denounces US tariffs as ‘not a friendly act’ after Donald Trump refuses exemption for Australia - Lethbridge shelter expansion delayed, but community services growingConstruction delays have pushed the Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre expansion to the end of March, but local organizations continue to expand support services.http://dlvr.it/TJVFMt
- Concerns grow over representation in B.C. legislature after Okanagan MLA’s defection
With Armstrong no longer part of an official party, Ireland is worried about strong representation in the legislature.http://dlvr.it/TJVFMb - ‘Absolutely stupid’: Border town becomes collateral damage in Canada-U.S. trade war
‘Half of us here are dual citizens, including me — Canadian and American, half of us,’ Point Roberts resident Brian Calder told Global News.http://dlvr.it/TJVFMZ - Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on nearly C$30bn worth of US imports
Canadian government says it will follow ‘dollar-by-dollar’ approach and institute 25% tariffs on US imports Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on nearly C$30bn worth of American imports after US tariffs on steel and aluminum imports went into effect on Wednesday. The Canadian government said it will be following a “dollar-by-dollar” approach and institute 25% tariffs on… Read more: Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on nearly C$30bn worth of US imports - 2024 BC Building Code: What are the significant changes?
As of March 10, 2025, all new building permit applications in British Columbia must follow the 2024 BC Building Code. The post 2024 BC Building Code: What are the significant changes? appeared first on Construction Canada.http://dlvr.it/TJTvNr - $100K in counterfeit cash seized in Canada from China, headed for N.S.: police
The CBSA and RCMP seized over $100K in counterfeit Canadian currency following interceptions of suspicious shipments from China destined for Glace Bay, N.S.http://dlvr.it/TJTmCJ - ‘Unacceptable’: Manitoba woman waits 8 years for scoliosis surgery
Kim Hughes-Tardiff says she can’t work or travel and lives in chronic pain because of her scoliosis. She’s been on a wait-list for surgery since 2017.http://dlvr.it/TJTm9r - Pilot error likely caused Nashville plane crash that killed Ontario family: NTSB
A fiery small plane crash in Nashville that killed an Ontario family last year was most likely caused by pilot error, the National Transportation Safety Board says.http://dlvr.it/TJTm9p - US pauses water-sharing negotiations with Canada over Columbia River
Break in talks comes as Trump escalates trade war with Canada and threatens its sovereignty The United States has paused negotiations with Canada on a key water-sharing treaty as Donald Trump continues both his threats to annex his northern neighbour and to upend major agreements governing relations between the two counties. British Columbia’s energy ministry… Read more: US pauses water-sharing negotiations with Canada over Columbia River - Dusit Hotels and Resorts signs to manage Kaliwatu Residences
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with PT Komodo Property Management to manage Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection, an exclusive new luxury retreat in Labuan Bajo, Flores island, one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. This signing marks Dusit’s first Dusit Collection branded hotel in… Read more: Dusit Hotels and Resorts signs to manage Kaliwatu Residences - TOM KITCHIN BRINGS HIS ‘FROM NATURE TO PLATE’ PHILOSOPHY TO BROWN’S HOTEL
Celebrated Scottish chef, Tom Kitchin, known for his Michelin-starred restaurant The Kitchin in Edinburgh, is bringing his renowned ‘From Nature to Plate’ ethos to London’s iconic Brown’s Hotel. Until May 25th, 2025, guests at the hotel’s Donovan Bar will have the opportunity to indulge in a curated selection of Tom’s seasonal small plates, showcasing the… Read more: TOM KITCHIN BRINGS HIS ‘FROM NATURE TO PLATE’ PHILOSOPHY TO BROWN’S HOTEL - Canada’s navy sails with US ships as Trump talks annexation
Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Written by: Yves Engler As Donald Trump seeks to cripple Canada economically to pursue annexation, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) is assisting the US bid to stoke war with China. With far-right Trump supporters calling for the US to invade, Canada continues to assist US belligerence in Asia. Last month,… Read more: Canada’s navy sails with US ships as Trump talks annexation - Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets Trudeau as Trump threat looms
ICYMI: Former central banker won landslide victory in Liberal party race as trade war with US hastens transfer of power Canada’s incoming prime minister, Mark Carney, has met with Justin Trudeau as the pair discuss a transfer of power after the former central banker’s landslide victory at the Liberal party’s leadership race. The meeting on… Read more: Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets Trudeau as Trump threat looms - B.C. brewery says cost of cans will increase by end of the month under U.S. tariffs
Tariffs implemented by U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., and the counter tariffs promised by the Canadian federal government are driving up costs and uncertainty.http://dlvr.it/TJT3v5 - Calgary city council to debate how to improve passengers’ transit experience
The motion from Ward 3 Coun. Jasmine Mian explores several Calgary Transit service changes like extending the time a fare is valid, and using GPS for up-to-date arrival times.http://dlvr.it/TJT3tk - Kelowna RCMP say property crime has dropped, businesses say it’s still top of mind
Katie Jenion, the owner, shared the emotional toll of the incident, “It definitely affected our entire family, and it was scary.”http://dlvr.it/TJT3tb - Anthony Albanese denounces US tariffs as ‘not a friendly act’ after Donald Trump refuses exemption for Australia
Global 25% levy regime on steel and aluminium imports due to come into effect at midnight US time * Australia’s record gold exports to US set back its case for tariff relief as Trump trade war looms * Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates * Get our breaking news email, free app… Read more: Anthony Albanese denounces US tariffs as ‘not a friendly act’ after Donald Trump refuses exemption for Australia - Test Your Knowledge: The Future of Curtain Walls
This week’s quiz is from the feature article titled Advances in curtain walls: Fibre-reinforced polymer technology. The post Test Your Knowledge: The Future of Curtain Walls appeared first on Construction Canada.http://dlvr.it/TJSqtx - Starmer tells Trump he hopes Saudi talks will lead to US aid to Ukraine restarting – UK politics live
ICYMI: Prime minister speaks to US president with Ukrainian talks due to start in Saudi Arabia Around 80 Labour MPs could refuse to back government plans to cut billions from the welfare budget, Amy Gibbons and Tony Diver claim in a story for the Daily Telegraph. They report: The Telegraph understands that around 80 Labour… Read more: Starmer tells Trump he hopes Saudi talks will lead to US aid to Ukraine restarting – UK politics live - Welcome Beyond Has Your 2025 Holiday Needs Taken Care OfA portfolio offering an eclectic selection of stunning properties, Welcome Beyond, the design-minded accommodation expert, ticks a myriad of boxes to suit your holiday requirements. From remote cabins in the most northern tip of Norway, to spacious luxe villas in Portugal, to quaint South Tyrolean pensions and chic apartments on the Dalmatian Coast, families, adventurers,… Read more: Welcome Beyond Has Your 2025 Holiday Needs Taken Care Of
- Disneyland Paris Opens La Forêt Secrète Par Jean Imbert at Disneyland Hotel
At the heart of Disneyland Paris, within the iconic Disneyland Hotel, Michelin-starred chef Jean Imbert unveiled his brand-new restaurant La Forêt Secrète par Jean Imbert on Friday, 7th March 2025. A lifelong admirer of Disney stories and Disneyland Paris, Chef Imbert offers an exquisite fine dining experience in an enchanting, forest-inspired setting, where every dish… Read more: Disneyland Paris Opens La Forêt Secrète Par Jean Imbert at Disneyland Hotel - ‘Canada never, ever will be part of America’: Carney wins party race to be Canada’s next PM – video
ICYMI: Former central banker Mark Carney won the race to become leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal party and will later succeed Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney takes on the role as Canada is locked in a potentially catastrophic trade war with the US. Carney said that while Canada had not asked for the fight:… Read more: ‘Canada never, ever will be part of America’: Carney wins party race to be Canada’s next PM – video - While B.C. grown produce may cost more for now, farmers are urging shoppers to buy local
Farming advocate Gagan Singh says many in the B.C. agriculture industry are struggling to survive due to a number of factors, with the biggest being the high cost of farming.http://dlvr.it/TJRw9Q - Kelowna mayor returns to the job after serious health scare
Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas returned to his duties as mayor after a serious health scare five weeks ago.http://dlvr.it/TJRw9P - WATCH: Global Okanagan News at 5:30 p.m. – March 10, 2025
Watch the online news edition of Global Okanagan at 5:30 p.m.http://dlvr.it/TJRw9N - Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets Trudeau as Trump threat looms
Former central banker won landslide victory in Liberal party race as trade war with US hastens transfer of power Canada’s incoming prime minister, Mark Carney, has met with Justin Trudeau as the pair discuss a transfer of power after the former central banker’s landslide victory at the Liberal party’s leadership race. The meeting on Monday… Read more: Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets Trudeau as Trump threat looms - Canadian military flies the flag in frozen north as struggle for the Arctic heats up
ICYMI: Operation Nanook, carried out in conjunction with allies, aims to ‘project force’ in a region attracting growing interest from Russia and China The winter sun hasn’t yet risen above Inuvik’s jagged horizon of black spruce trees, but already, more than 150 nervous soldiers have gathered in a community recreation centre. Tables clear of their… Read more: Canadian military flies the flag in frozen north as struggle for the Arctic heats up - 7-Eleven, Couche-Tard advance acquisition talks with divestment exploration
The parent company of 7-Eleven appears to be warming to a possible sale to Quebec-based convenience store owner Alimentation Couche-Tard.http://dlvr.it/TJRSWx - Quebec creates new committee to study whether secularism rules are being followed
The Quebec government is creating a committee to make recommendations on how to strengthen secularism in the province. http://dlvr.it/TJRSTj - This Ukrainian club is now selling Zelenskyy-style shirts after Trump attire jab
The Ukrainian Club of Moncton is responding to criticism of Zelenskyy’s attire by selling shirts to raise funds for Ukraine’s front line, with orders coming from across Canada.http://dlvr.it/TJRSTd - Starmer tells Trump he hopes Saudi talks will lead to US aid to Ukraine restarting – UK politics live
Prime minister speaks to US president with Ukrainian talks due to start in Saudi Arabia Around 80 Labour MPs could refuse to back government plans to cut billions from the welfare budget, Amy Gibbons and Tony Diver claim in a story for the Daily Telegraph. They report: The Telegraph understands that around 80 Labour MPs… Read more: Starmer tells Trump he hopes Saudi talks will lead to US aid to Ukraine restarting – UK politics live - The future of concrete: Sustainability, strength, and innovation in modern architecture
Explore eco-friendly concrete solutions, from reclamation to masonry, shaping sustainable and efficient modern construction. The post The future of concrete: Sustainability, strength, and innovation in modern architecture appeared first on Construction Canada.http://dlvr.it/TJRMj4 - March Lunch’n’Learn Event
CSC Saskatoon Chapter is happy to have Andrew Brassington from Owens Corning come to present a CEU. The post March Lunch’n’Learn Event appeared first on Construction Canada.http://dlvr.it/TJRMhf - IHG Launches Garner Hotels in the UK with Opening of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury
IHG Hotels & Resorts has expanded its midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, into the UK with the opening of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury. The hotel, part of IHG’s partnership with NOVUM Hospitality, is designed to offer affordable, comfortable stays with a focus on authentic experiences and human connection. The hotel features stylish rooms, local dining,… Read more: IHG Launches Garner Hotels in the UK with Opening of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury - Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr Offers a Unique Ramadan Experience
Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr offers an immersive Ramadan experience that blends authentic Moroccan traditions with exceptional hospitality. Guests can enjoy a special Ftour buffet at Flamme restaurant, featuring a variety of Moroccan and international dishes. Extended evenings at Laila Lounge, a serene stay package, and an Eid brunch mark the hotel’s… Read more: Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr Offers a Unique Ramadan Experience - America vetoes G7 proposal to combat Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers
ICYMI: US pushes to remove references to sanctions and Russia’s war in Ukraine from a Canadian draft statement The US has rejected a Canadian proposal to establish a task force that would tackle Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers, according to reports last night. Canada, which has the current Group of Seven presidency, proposed… Read more: America vetoes G7 proposal to combat Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers - Canada gives $272M in aid to Bangladesh, Indo-Pacific as USAID shuttered
While the U.S. has halted foreign aid, Canada is supporting projects in Bangladesh on gender equality, reproductive health and access to inclusive education and skills training.http://dlvr.it/TJQp7p - Mark Carney is the new Liberal leader, replacing Justin Trudeau
Mark Carney, former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, has been elected as the new leader of the Liberal Party of Canada.http://dlvr.it/TJQp7n - Federal Liberals hand Quebec’s Davie shipyard new $3.25B icebreaker deal
The federal Liberal government made a major funding announcement for the Quebec shipbuilding industry Sunday just hours before Liberals were to vote to pick a new leader.http://dlvr.it/TJQp7m - ‘Canada never, ever will be part of America’: Carney wins party race to be Canada’s next PM – video
Former central banker Mark Carney won the race to become leader of Canada’s ruling Liberal party and will later succeed Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney takes on the role as Canada is locked in a potentially catastrophic trade war with the US. Carney said that while Canada had not asked for the fight: ‘We… Read more: ‘Canada never, ever will be part of America’: Carney wins party race to be Canada’s next PM – video - Three suspects at large after shooting at Toronto pub leaves a dozen injured
ICYMI: Police say suspects are male, with one in a black balaclava seen fleeing the scene at the Piper Arms in a silver car Three suspects are at large after a mass shooting at the opening night of a pub in Toronto that left a dozen people injured, Canadian police say. The shooting at the… Read more: Three suspects at large after shooting at Toronto pub leaves a dozen injured - Montrealers denounce Donald Trump for “betrayal” of U.S. friends, allies
“You can try to intimidate us with us with trade wars, (but) we’ll never become your 51st state,” one protest organizer said, urging resistance against U.S. authoritarianismhttp://dlvr.it/TJQTwy - Liberal leader may call election within weeks: former deputy PM Sheila Copps
Former deputy prime minister Sheila Copps says the chaos resulting from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs has bolstered support for presumed new Liberal leader Mark Carney.http://dlvr.it/TJQTw9 - More women choosing the trades as a career path in Alberta
The Calgary Construction Association says more and more women across Alberta are choosing to start careers in the trades.http://dlvr.it/TJQTw7 - Canadian military flies the flag in frozen north as struggle for the Arctic heats up
Operation Nanook, carried out in conjunction with allies, aims to ‘project force’ in a region attracting growing interest from Russia and China The winter sun hasn’t yet risen above Inuvik’s jagged horizon of black spruce trees, but already, more than 150 nervous soldiers have gathered in a community recreation centre. Tables clear of their breakfast… Read more: Canadian military flies the flag in frozen north as struggle for the Arctic heats up - IXORA Hotel & Spa Unveils the Ultimate Getaway Experience
IXORA Hotel & Spa is proud to mark the arrival of a new era in Welsh hospitality. Nestled in the picturesque Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri), IXORA offers a luxurious blend of adventure and relaxation, setting the benchmark for cutting-edge hospitality in the region.http://dlvr.it/TJQ72d - Trump to sign order barring student loan forgiveness for public servants engaged in ‘improper activities’ – as it happened
ICYMI: Order would affect Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, while Musk reportedly squabbled with Trump cabinet secretaries over firings. This blog is now closed. Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has scrambled to convince Donald Trump to lift tariffs on his country, which together with Mexico and China is one of the US’s largest trading partners.… Read more: Trump to sign order barring student loan forgiveness for public servants engaged in ‘improper activities’ – as it happened - Famous Canadian author Louise Penny axes U.S. book tour over Trump threats
Penny’s decision to cancel her U.S. tour has earned widespread support on her social media site from dozens of Americans and Canadians, who praised her integrity and courage.http://dlvr.it/TJQ4wZ - Ottawa hands Irving Shipbuilding $8B deal to start 3 new navy destroyers
The destroyer project will be the largest, most complex shipbuilding effort in Canada since the Second World War and will create more than 5,000 jobs across the country.http://dlvr.it/TJQ4wX - Canada wins bronze at world wheelchair curling championships
In the eighth and final end, Canada scored two to break the tie and emerge victorious.http://dlvr.it/TJQ4wV - America vetoes G7 proposal to combat Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers
US pushes to remove references to sanctions and Russia’s war in Ukraine from a Canadian draft statement The US has rejected a Canadian proposal to establish a task force that would tackle Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers, according to reports last night. Canada, which has the current Group of Seven presidency, proposed the… Read more: America vetoes G7 proposal to combat Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers - Trump touts private sector jobs in latest employment data – live
ICYMI: Comments come as Trump vows to dramatically downsize government, including with mass firings of federal employees Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has scrambled to convince Donald Trump to lift tariffs on his country, which together with Mexico and China is one of the US’s largest trading partners. That effort included a phone call between… Read more: Trump touts private sector jobs in latest employment data – live - Threats, harassment and online hate driving women out of politics, MPs warn
Liberal leadership hopeful Gould says that harassment has worsened, particularly on social media and through threats to her constituency office.http://dlvr.it/TJPmyk - New Brunswick Irving station diesel spill leaked 100K litres, report says
Documents indicate as much as 100,000 litres of diesel fuel leaked from a storage tank at an Irving truck stop in New Brunswick late last year.http://dlvr.it/TJPmyj - ‘Horrified’: Men armed with assault rifle, 2 guns open fire inside Scarborough bar
Toronto Police say they were at a loss for words when they viewed the security camera footage that captured a horrific mass shooting at an Ontario pub Friday.http://dlvr.it/TJPmyf - Three suspects at large after shooting at Toronto pub leaves a dozen injured
Police say suspects are male, with one in a black balaclava seen fleeing the scene at the Piper Arms in a silver car Three suspects are at large after a mass shooting at the opening night of a pub in Toronto that left a dozen people injured, Canadian police say. The shooting at the Piper… Read more: Three suspects at large after shooting at Toronto pub leaves a dozen injured - Longevity & Hospitality Summit delivers high-calibre takeaways for the top ranks of Hotel industry
For the first time, FIBO is dedicating a separate summit to the international hospitality industry: the Longevity & Hospitality Summit, which will take place on Thursday, 10 April on the second floor of Confex. The English-language summit, sponsored by Landsberg, offers a top-class programme for international experts who are shaping the future of the hospitality… Read more: Longevity & Hospitality Summit delivers high-calibre takeaways for the top ranks of Hotel industry - Marriott International Continues Robust Growth in the Caribbean and Latin America
Marriott International, Inc. announced a year of robust room signings and openings across the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region in 2024. The company had record signings in the region, with 67 agreements representing approximately 8,000 rooms in 2024. In 2024, Marriott added 30 properties to its CALA portfolio, growing its regional footprint at year-end… Read more: Marriott International Continues Robust Growth in the Caribbean and Latin America - Canadian economic losses incoming from Burkina Faso land nationalisation, revoking of mining permits
ICYMI: Photo credit: Metal Market Europe Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Written by: Marthad Umucyaba Canada is set to take economic losses as Burkina Faso and the Alliance of Sahel States, aka AES (Alliance des Etats de Sahel) introduce new measures to end neo-colonialism in Northwestern Africa. Burkina Faso, in particular, has introduced a new… Read more: Canadian economic losses incoming from Burkina Faso land nationalisation, revoking of mining permits - Trump turns America’s allies into enemies – podcast
ICYMI: This week, Donald Trump picked fights with Canada, Mexico, Ukraine, US veterans and every Democrat sitting in Congress for his State of the Union address. Chris Michael and Joan E Greve discuss why the US president is turning up the heat on longtime allies, whether Democrats are responding successfully and, in the end, who… Read more: Trump turns America’s allies into enemies – podcast - Tensions flare at Kelowna city bylaw office as residents protest tent city sweeps
The city said it would review the concerns brought forward and connect with the group next week.http://dlvr.it/TJPL7n - Notorious former Vancouver SRO to house Road to Recovery patients, after Beedie purchase
Members of the local business community said they are hopeful the new tenants will be a good fit for the neighbourhood.http://dlvr.it/TJPL7k - WATCH: Global Okanagan News at 5:30 p.m. – March 7, 2025
Watch the online news edition of Global Okanagan at 5:30 p.m.http://dlvr.it/TJPL7h - Trump to sign order barring student loan forgiveness for public servants engaged in ‘improper activities’ – as it happened
Order would affect Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, while Musk reportedly squabbled with Trump cabinet secretaries over firings. This blog is now closed. Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has scrambled to convince Donald Trump to lift tariffs on his country, which together with Mexico and China is one of the US’s largest trading partners. That… Read more: Trump to sign order barring student loan forgiveness for public servants engaged in ‘improper activities’ – as it happened - Trump delays tariffs on many products from Mexico but still attacks Canada
ICYMI: US president says Mexican products covered by USMCA pact will be exempt until 2 April but criticises Trudeau Donald Trump pulled back from his trade war with Mexico on Thursday, temporarily delaying tariffs on many goods from the country once again, but continued to attack Canada. Two days after imposing sweeping tariffs on all… Read more: Trump delays tariffs on many products from Mexico but still attacks Canada - B.C.’s film industry booming despite tariff uncertainty
The locations are also the centre of the industry’s new Cineventure Campaign, which guides visitors to locations where their favourite series and movies were shot.http://dlvr.it/TJNvYJ - Will Trump’s trade war put Canada’s baby formula at risk?
Canadian parents were in a bind not too long ago over infant formula shortages caused by a U.S. plant closure in February 2022. Those shortages lasted for months in 2022 and 2023.http://dlvr.it/TJNvYH - After spate of gender-based violence, N.S. announces $24M for transition houses
The Nova Scotia government has announced $23.7 million to help transition houses amid a spate of intimate-partner violence in the province.http://dlvr.it/TJNvXt - Trump touts private sector jobs in latest employment data – live
Comments come as Trump vows to dramatically downsize government, including with mass firings of federal employees Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has scrambled to convince Donald Trump to lift tariffs on his country, which together with Mexico and China is one of the US’s largest trading partners. That effort included a phone call between the… Read more: Trump touts private sector jobs in latest employment data – live - Discover Spring on Miami Beach with a Variety of Experiences, Activities and Hotel Offers
Discover the spring season on Miami Beach and make plans to spend time in the World Travel Awards’ Leading City Destination in North America. Offering an ideal blend of sun-soaked relaxation, immersive cultural experiences, and world-class hospitality at award-winning hotels, Miami Beach features a collection of wellness escapes, artistic inspiration and luxurious hotel deals, all… Read more: Discover Spring on Miami Beach with a Variety of Experiences, Activities and Hotel Offers - Discover Spring on Miami Beach with a Variety of Experiences, Activities and Hotel Offers
Discover the spring season on Miami Beach and make plans to spend time in the World Travel Awards’ Leading City Destination in North America. Offering an ideal blend of sun-soaked relaxation, immersive cultural experiences, and world-class hospitality at award-winning hotels, Miami Beach features a collection of wellness escapes, artistic inspiration and luxurious hotel deals, all… Read more: Discover Spring on Miami Beach with a Variety of Experiences, Activities and Hotel Offers - CONRAD PUNTA DE MITA UNVEILS CASA 5, A DISTINCT STAY EXPERIENCE FOR GROUPS
Conrad Punta de Mita, Mexico’s luxury resort located along the breathtaking Riviera Nayarit coastline, announces Casa 5, the ultimate retreat for up to 36 guests to reconnect in total exclusivity with personalized services and experiences. This launch arrives at a time when group and multigenerational travel is experiencing significant growth, with families and friends seeking… Read more: CONRAD PUNTA DE MITA UNVEILS CASA 5, A DISTINCT STAY EXPERIENCE FOR GROUPS - How stolen Alberta oil keeps creating $9 trillion in fraudulent collateral
ICYMI: Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Written by: Regan Boychuk Everyone knows the 2003 American invasion of Iraq was about oil, but no one can quite explain how?[1] And though time is quickly running out on a liveable future,[2] it is now possible to untangle one of history’s greatest crimes: The US invasion was not… Read more: How stolen Alberta oil keeps creating $9 trillion in fraudulent collateral - Canadian economic losses incoming from Burkina Faso land nationalisation, revoking of mining permits
Photo credit: Metal Market Europe Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Written by: Marthad Umucyaba Canada is set to take economic losses as Burkina Faso and the Alliance of Sahel States, aka AES (Alliance des Etats de Sahel) introduce new measures to end neo-colonialism in Northwestern Africa. Burkina Faso, in particular, has introduced a new land… Read more: Canadian economic losses incoming from Burkina Faso land nationalisation, revoking of mining permits - Senate Democrats condemn Russia over Ukraine war and dare Republicans to object – live
ICYMI: Democrats introduce resolutions on Senate floor, as Trump veterans affairs chief defends plans to cut 80,000 staff Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau will speak today, Reuters reports, citing a source with knowledge of the matter. The Canadian prime minister condemned Trump’s imposition of levies on his country yesterday, saying he was looking to make… Read more: Senate Democrats condemn Russia over Ukraine war and dare Republicans to object – live - B.C. man’s home-built roadster finishes runner-up in prestigious U.S. competition
Burnaby’s Ken Green builds roadsters by hand and recently finished as runner-up at a prestigious car show.http://dlvr.it/TJNDhN - B.C. provincial government denies funding for health centre in Summerland
Last week, council received a response from B.C.’s health minister, who stated the the province is ‘unable to financially support” the proposed health centre.http://dlvr.it/TJNDhL - Kelowna adopts bylaw restricting the sale of deterrent sprays to minors
‘We’ve seen some significant cases where bear spray has been involved, including situations with both youth and adults,’ said Cpl. Michael Gauthier with Kelowna RCMP.http://dlvr.it/TJNDh9 - Trump turns America’s allies into enemies – podcast
This week, Donald Trump picked fights with Canada, Mexico, Ukraine, US veterans and every Democrat sitting in Congress for his State of the Union address. Chris Michael and Joan E Greve discuss why the US president is turning up the heat on longtime allies, whether Democrats are responding successfully and, in the end, who loses… Read more: Trump turns America’s allies into enemies – podcast - US supreme court upholds order requiring USAid to pay foreign aid groups – live
ICYMI: In a legal loss for the Trump administration, three liberal justices, John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett cast the 5-4 majority votes Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau will speak today, Reuters reports, citing a source with knowledge of the matter. The Canadian prime minister condemned Trump’s imposition of levies on his country yesterday, saying… Read more: US supreme court upholds order requiring USAid to pay foreign aid groups – live - Nova Scotia government facing more criticism over its response to domestic violence
An advocacy group for reproductive health says the Nova Scotia government is failing to address the recent spike in gender-based violence.http://dlvr.it/TJMm5D - Doug Ford moving ahead with U.S. electricity tax starting early next week
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province plans on moving ahead with a tax on electricity sent to several U.S. states starting early next week.http://dlvr.it/TJMltS - Trump waives tariffs on Mexico, not Canada, for 1 month on most products
Trump’s announcement of the pause until April 2 did not mention Canada, and came shortly after he levelled new attacks against Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.http://dlvr.it/TJMls5 - Trump delays tariffs on many products from Mexico but still attacks Canada
US president says Mexican products covered by USMCA pact will be exempt until 2 April but criticises Trudeau Donald Trump pulled back from his trade war with Mexico on Thursday, temporarily delaying tariffs on many goods from the country once again, but continued to attack Canada. Two days after imposing sweeping tariffs on all imports… Read more: Trump delays tariffs on many products from Mexico but still attacks Canada - Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Unveils the “Lucky Bunny Suite” A Glamorous, Flirty Escape
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino proudly introduces the Lucky Bunny Suite, an opulent yet playfully seductive retreat curated in collaboration with Playboy Playmate, actress, model, and Las Vegas Raider’s sommelier, Sandi Taylor. The Lucky Bunny Suite joins Westgate’s extensive lineup of extraordinary accommodations, from themed fantasy suites that transport guests to exotic worlds, to… Read more: Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Unveils the “Lucky Bunny Suite” A Glamorous, Flirty Escape - FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAUI AT WAILEA INTRODUCES ‘THE WHITE LOTUS’ INSPIRED EXPERIENCES
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea will unveil a Poolside Escape cabana and The White Lotus Bar, inspired by the HBO® Original Series, The White Lotus. As the celebrated filming location of Season 1, Four Seasons Resort Maui invites guests to set-jet to paradise with these distinctive experiences at its iconic Adult Pool from March… Read more: FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAUI AT WAILEA INTRODUCES ‘THE WHITE LOTUS’ INSPIRED EXPERIENCES - How stolen Alberta oil keeps creating $9 trillion in fraudulent collateral
Select LanguageAfrikaansAlbanianArabicArmenianAzerbaijaniBasqueBelarusianBulgarianCatalanChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CroatianCzechDanishDutchEnglishEstonianFilipinoFinnishFrenchGalicianGeorgianGermanGreekHaitian CreoleHebrewHindiHungarianIcelandicIndonesianIrishItalianJapaneseKoreanLatvianLithuanianMacedonianMalayMalteseNorwegianPersianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSerbianSlovakSlovenianSpanishSwahiliSwedishThaiTurkishUkrainianUrduVietnameseWelshYiddish Written by: Regan Boychuk Everyone knows the 2003 American invasion of Iraq was about oil, but no one can quite explain how?[1] And though time is quickly running out on a liveable future,[2] it is now possible to untangle one of history’s greatest crimes: The US invasion was not about… Read more: How stolen Alberta oil keeps creating $9 trillion in fraudulent collateral - Deepfakes, cash and crypto: how call centre scammers duped 6,000 people
ICYMI: Nursing home resident and pensioners among thousands of victims of massive fraud network operating from Georgia * Revealed: the scammers who conned savers out of $35m * What is investment fraud and what help is there? Ben Fogle was not a happy man. “Not sure I need to highlight this,” the broadcaster posted on… Read more: Deepfakes, cash and crypto: how call centre scammers duped 6,000 people - B.C. Second World War museum says it must move due to issues with nearby homeless shelter
The three staff members left at the museum, who have been putting in their own money to keep things up and running, say it is now too late.http://dlvr.it/TJM3D3 - B.C. truckers brace for impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs
The Canadian Trucking Alliance reports that about 25 to 30 per cent of B.C. trucking companies move goods across the Canada-U.S. border every day.http://dlvr.it/TJM3D2 - West Kelowna city hall build goes over budget, city vows to do better
The new city hall opened last May and, according to city staff, West Kelowna’s bill is $24.17 million, up from an estimated $18 million in 2021, a difference of $6.17 million.http://dlvr.it/TJM3Cc - Senate Democrats condemn Russia over Ukraine war and dare Republicans to object – live
Democrats introduce resolutions on Senate floor, as Trump veterans affairs chief defends plans to cut 80,000 staff Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau will speak today, Reuters reports, citing a source with knowledge of the matter. The Canadian prime minister condemned Trump’s imposition of levies on his country yesterday, saying he was looking to make its… Read more: Senate Democrats condemn Russia over Ukraine war and dare Republicans to object – live - Trudeau calls Trump tariffs on Canada ‘a very dumb thing to do’ – live
ICYMI: Trudeau also says that he doesn’t believe Trump’s insistence that tariffs were imposed in retaliation for Canada’s failure to combat fentanyl trafficking * US consumers warned to brace for higher prices * China and Canada retaliate against Trump tariffs Donald Trump has threatened to cut off funding to universities that allow “illegal protests”, and… Read more: Trudeau calls Trump tariffs on Canada ‘a very dumb thing to do’ – live - Trump tariffs will hurt Canadian firms. New rules ban ‘predatory’ takeovers
Ottawa is updating foreign investment rules to include the ‘potential of an investment to undermine Canada’s economic security’ when reviewing potential deals.http://dlvr.it/TJLZzw - Police response questioned when 2 men die after being Tasered during well-being checks
Criminologists say the deaths are a reminder that police are rarely the appropriate people to respond to mental health crises, and that conducted energy weapons can be lethal.http://dlvr.it/TJLZzL
