BATRA’S BURNING QUESTIONS: Shuffling cabinet seats on Liberal Titanic won’t help

In 1997, over 100 countries, led by Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Lloyd Axworthy, signed the Ottawa Treaty, banning landmines, with notable figures such as Nobel laureate Jody Williams and UN Secretary General Kofi Annan in attendance. However, the treaty now faces potential collapse as several countries consider withdrawing due to escalating tensions from Russian aggression. Want More Context? 🔎

Gurpreet Singh was found guilty of 10 charges related to preparing false employment letters, but those charges have been stayed due to allegations against a CBSA agent who intimidated witnesses and was permitted to investigate himself. This development raises concerns about the integrity of the investigation and the judicial process involved in Singh's case. Want More Context? 🔎

Last week, Hong Kong issued arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists, including Canadian journalist Victor Ho, who is based in Vancouver, for their involvement in a self-determination group accused by the government of attempting to undermine its institutions. The actions reflect increasing tensions regarding activism and political dissent related to Hong Kong's governance. Want More Context? 🔎

Scott Steer, a commercial fisherman, has received a lifetime fishing ban and other penalties after facing eight charges, including illegally fishing in a closed area and selling over $1 million in unlawfully harvested sea cucumbers. Additionally, he breached a prior order that prohibited him from possessing fishing vessels. Want More Context? 🔎

A B.C. tribunal ordered WestJet to compensate passengers Nathan and Leah Baugh over $2,000 after ruling the airline did not prove that weather conditions justified the cancellation of their March 7, 2022, flight. The airline's failure to provide adequate evidence for safety concerns led to the decision, obligating them under Canada’s Air Passenger Protection Regulations to issue compensation. Want More Context? 🔎

Bianca Andreescu has withdrawn from the National Bank Open due to a left ankle injury sustained during her first-round match against Barbora Krejcikova, which she won 6-3, 6-4. The 25-year-old from Mississauga, Ontario, suffered the injury on match point Sunday night. Want More Context? 🔎