Canada is summoning China’s ambassador in Ottawa after alleged threats targeting a Conservative member of Parliament and his family. Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly made the announcement while appearing at a parliamentary committee meeting in Ottawa Thursday. Joly said the federal government is keeping all options open, including expelling diplomats. This comes after the Globe and Mail reported, citing a […]
Canada Pledges $71 Million In Aid For Sudan, South Sudan And Central African Republic
International Development Minister Harjit Sajjan is announcing $71 million in humanitarian aid for Sudan and two neighbouring countries that are dealing with a large number of refugees in the wake of a violent crisis. Sajjan says the funds will flow through agencies of the United Nations and the Red Cross as well as non-governmental organizations to provide basic food, water […]
Ontario Putting $51M Over Three Years To Tackle Auto Theft
Ontario is spending $51 million over three years to try to fight auto theft, which the government says has increased 14 per cent in the last year alone. Solicitor General Michael Kerzner says the measures are aimed at dismantling organized crime groups and bringing criminals to justice. Part of the money is set to go toward creating an organized crime […]
Ontario Introducing Mental Health Education For Students
Students will be taught a ‘personal toolbox of skills’ on mental wellness, education minister says. Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced Monday that Ontario will introduce a new mandatory education curriculum for elementary and high school students that aims to increase mental health literacy. The Ontario government announced Monday it will introduce a new mandatory education curriculum for elementary and high […]