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After news broke of Premier Danielle Smith's planned attendance at a PragerU fundraiser in Florida, her office was inundated with 159 angry emails from Albertans and others, all opposing her appearance. Critics expressed concerns over her use of taxpayer money for the trip, especially amidst Alberta's projected $5.2-billion deficit, and accused her of being "tone-deaf" and prioritizing personal interests over constituents. Many felt betrayed by her choice to engage with a controversial U.S. media organization...

Sager Bradley, a silviculture summer student in Cowichan Lake, B.C., is focused on balancing timber harvesting with environmental protection, including identifying invasive plant species for removal. He acknowledges that climate action carries financial implications for governments and taxpayers, yet he advocates for federal initiatives to combat climate change. Despite potential impacts on his income, Bradley emphasizes the importance of taking action to prevent a future characterized by smoke-filled summer skies. Full Article

SummaryBloc Québécois candidates celebrated in Quebec City with singing and dancing as they awaited their leader Yves-François Blanchet, despite a tragic car attack in Vancouver that claimed at least 11 lives the night before. Blanchet emphasized that their festive behavior did not reflect a lack of compassion for the victims, stating it would be "terrible" to imply otherwise. He expressed heartfelt condolences to those affected by the attack, while acknowledging the enthusiasm of his team...

A car ramming attack that killed 11 people in Vancouver on Saturday evening stopped the federal election campaign in its tracks on its second-last day. The Vancouver Police confirmed the attack occurred during the Lapu Lapu Filipino festival, injuring over 20 individuals, with a 30-year-old male suspect in custody, reportedly suffering from mental health issues. Prime Minister Carney, visibly affected, expressed condolences for the victims' families and announced adjustments to the Liberal campaign, while the...

On Saturday evening, a speeding SUV drove into a pedestrian-only area during Vancouver's Lapu Lapu Day, resulting in 11 deaths and over 20 injuries, with the toll expected to rise. Vancouver's interim police chief described the event as the darkest day in the city's history, noting that the 30-year-old male driver had a significant history of mental health issues but the attack is not considered terrorism. Federal party leaders mourned the victims while adjusting their...

A tragic incident occurred at the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025, when a speeding SUV crashed into a crowd, resulting in nine fatalities and numerous injuries, with at least 26 individuals hospitalized. The driver, a 30-year-old man known to police, was arrested at the scene and reportedly expressed remorse, with indications of mental health issues; authorities have ruled out terrorism. A 24-hour support center has been established to assist those...