These federal candidates are battling for their lives. And they're still campaigning

Kiké Dueck, an 11-year-old, caused concern when they skipped school, prompting their parents to notify the police. It was later revealed that Kiké had participated in a climate change protest. In response to their child's eco-anxiety, Kiké's parents are now assisting in nurturing seedlings that will be planted in a nearby urban forest, providing a constructive outlet for Kiké's environmental concerns. Full Article

As election day approaches, Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet is gaining traction in the polls, despite a previous 20-point deficit against the Liberals. He recently sported a Montreal Canadiens jersey, symbolizing a compromise in his relationship with federal politics, and expressed optimism about collaborating with Liberal leader Mark Carney, having exchanged phone numbers post-debate. With traditional nationalist voters wavering towards federalist parties due to external pressures, Blanchet aims to rally support for a strong Bloc...

April is Genocide Remembrance Month, significant for the Jewish community as it coincides with Yom HaShoah, highlighting rising antisemitism fueled by online hate and misinformation. A study revealed that 61% of Torontonians and 80% of Gen Z rely on social media for news, with 76% believing it spreads antisemitism, coinciding with a 69% increase in antisemitic hate crimes in Toronto post-Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel. The urgency for education and critical thinking about online...

Summary Jessy Sahota, a first-time Conservative candidate and former amateur heavyweight wrestler, is campaigning to join the House of Commons in the upcoming election, having pivoted from a potential wrestling career due to COVID-19. Now a constable with the Delta police, Sahota was inspired to run for office after resonating with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre's views on crime and affordability. He is among eight South Asian candidates from the Sikh community in British Columbia's Lower...

Summary In the Ottawa-area riding of Carleton, Liberal candidate Bruce Fanjoy is challenging incumbent Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, who has held the seat since 2004. Fanjoy views Poilievre's status as a potential prime minister as an opportunity to influence Canadian politics, and he has mobilized over 500 volunteers, including supporters from outside the region, to assist with his campaign. With election day approaching, Fanjoy has knocked on over 15,000 doors, underscoring the competitive nature of...

SummaryIn a thrilling Game 1 of their fourth consecutive first-round playoff series, the Los Angeles Kings triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers with a score of 6-5. Despite initially holding a four-goal lead, the Kings saw their advantage shrink, only to rally back as Phillip Danault scored his second goal with just 42 seconds remaining in the game. This intense matchup showcased the competitive spirit of both teams as they faced off in Los Angeles on...