B.C. premier calls for overhaul of government drug approval process after 10 resign from committee

Jewish groups in Canada, including CIJA and B’nai Brith, reacted negatively to Prime Minister Mark Carney's announcement that Canada will recognize a State of Palestine at the UN in September, citing concerns over the Palestinian Authority's credibility and the potential for further conflict. They criticized the decision as premature, arguing it could empower Hamas and undermine the peace process. Want More Context? 🔎

Liberal MP Corey Hogan, with experience as a deputy minister in Alberta, suggests strategies for reducing federal department spending, advocating for transparency regarding potential layoffs and a surgical approach rather than blanket cuts. He emphasizes a plan for attrition management, cross-departmental collaboration, and creating economies of scale to achieve cost savings effectively. Want More Context? 🔎

Samaritan's Purse Volunteer EffortsThirty-five volunteers from Samaritan's Purse set up camp at Denare Beach on July 11 after a two-day journey from Alberta, aiming to provide self-sufficient disaster relief without straining local resources. According to Tammy Suiter, the Canadian Disaster Relief Manager, the organization has conducted over 80 responses since its inception in 2005. Want More Context? 🔎

The federal Liberal government plans to increase military pay but remains silent on potential raises for RCMP recruits, despite Prime Minister Mark Carney's campaign promise to boost cadet pay and recruit more officers. The National Police Federation advocates for higher pay during training, currently at $525 per week, to improve recruitment and align with other police services. Want More Context? 🔎

The Ontario Court of Appeal upheld Nimal Ranatunga's sexual assault conviction for non-consensual condom removal, dismissing the Crown's appeal for a harsher sentence. While the trial judge sentenced Ranatunga to a conditional sentence of two years less a day, dissenting Justice Gillese argued that incarceration was necessary due to the case's serious nature and the victim's trauma. Want More Context? 🔎

Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was seen dining with pop star Katy Perry in Montreal just before attending her concert there, sparking speculation about the nature of their relationship. The encounters have generated significant media attention, leaving the public wondering whether their interactions were friendly or romantic. Want More Context? 🔎