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Between 2024 and 2025, 1,071 Canadians were hospitalised due to injuries related to e-scooters, as reported by the Canadian Institute for Health Information. This data highlights concerns around the safety of e-scooter use in Canada.
A provincial disclosure report reveals that four individuals incurred $11,709 in expenses on commercial flights and hotels for a trip in mid-July 2025. The expenses are part of a travel, meal and hospitality disclosure list published by the province.
RCMP reported that a motorcyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, fled from police following an attempted stop by an officer. Further details regarding the incident and subsequent actions have not been disclosed at this time.
Wildfires in British Columbia have led to evacuations in communities such as Clinton and Boston Bar. Residents are uncertain about the status of their homes as firefighting efforts continue to manage the outbreaks in the region.
Police are conducting an investigation into alleged vandalism of the water system serving the evacuated community of Boston Bar, British Columbia. This damage may hinder the timeline for residents’ return to their homes as authorities assess the impact.
Calgary police are restricting access to part of Nose Hill Park this weekend as search teams continue the effort to locate 11-year-old Parker, who has been missing since 16 July. The search operation remains a priority for local authorities.
Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria confirmed the province’s ongoing commitment to airport expansion, highlighting efforts to improve infrastructure and accommodate increasing passenger demand. The initiative aims to enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region.
Recent public opinion research indicates the Liberals hold a 38 per cent approval rating, leading the governing PCs at 33 per cent. The NDP follows with 21 per cent, while the Greens are at three per cent.
Business Council of Canada vice-president Marc Desormeaux reported an increased enthusiasm among the business community to invest in Canada over the past year, highlighting a shift in investor sentiment that could bolster economic growth.
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