Meeting attendance down, international travel up for Vancouver Mayor

Belinda Sarkodie, who fled Ghana for Canada in 2024, was tragically killed in Hamilton while waiting for a bus with a friend; police have described her as an "innocent bystander." Authorities are actively searching for a 17-year-old suspect involved in the incident. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Belinda Sarkodie, a woman from Ghana who came to Canada for safety, was sadly hurt while waiting for a bus with a friend, and the police...

The Department of National Defence is investing $500 million in two new F-35 hangars, with total infrastructure costs expected to exceed $2 billion, as Canada reviews its $19 billion purchase of 88 F-35s amid rising tensions with the U.S. Construction will begin soon in Cold Lake and Bagotville, but the delivery of the first jets has been delayed until 2026, with costs having surged to $27.7 billion. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The...

One year after a pivotal report addressing the tragic death of an 11-year-old Indigenous boy in foster care, British Columbia's representative for children and youth, Jennifer Charlesworth, asserts that the NDP government still has significant progress to make in enhancing the welfare of vulnerable children. The follow-up report highlights alarming burnout rates among social workers in the Ministry of Children and Family. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: After a sad story about a...

The Federal Court of Appeal heard a case from a British Columbia ostrich farm challenging a government-ordered cull of its flock due to avian flu, amid criticisms of potential government overreach from both Canadian and U.S. observers. The outcome could significantly impact the farm's operations and the broader agricultural sector's response to animal health crises. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman named Katie is watching ostriches on her mom's farm while they...

Wildfires in Canada are increasing, leading to more smoke and air quality warnings. The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) helps assess air quality's impact on health, with higher levels indicating greater risks, particularly for vulnerable groups; immediate effects include respiratory issues, while long-term exposure may harm lung function and overall health. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Wildfires are becoming more frequent in Canada, leading to increased smoke and air quality warnings, which can...

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre faces pressure to reassess his team following the party's recent election loss, while campaign manager Jenni Byrne remains an advisor but with a less prominent role. Despite discussions about her future, the party confirmed she continues in her position, focusing on key issues such as Poilievre's upcoming byelection and leadership review. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is facing pressure to reconsider his campaign advisor Jenni...