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Brandon Kazakoff’s defence lawyer, Glenn Verdurmen, addressed the court on Tuesday, characterising the incident as “one horrendous, horrible mistake.” The statement highlights the legal strategy as the case unfolds, focusing on the nature of the events in question.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, originally from Alberta, emphasised the significance of the province’s forthcoming separation referendum in his Thanksgiving Day message, stating that Canada is ‘worth fighting for.’
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles stated on Tuesday that public ownership of Stelco may be the sole option to prevent the loss of approximately 350 jobs, highlighting a critical development in the ongoing discussions regarding the company’s future employment outlook.
The City of Calgary’s administration confirmed that 190 of the 192 development permit applications for backyard suites submitted last year received approval. Only two applications were not granted, reflecting a significant uptake in interest for this housing option.
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.
The Pear Lake and Fiftynine Creek wildfires have merged and continue to be highly active, according to the BC Wildfire Service. The fires are progressing north and northeast of the Chasm area, prompting ongoing monitoring and response efforts.
Abbotsford International Airport experienced operational disruptions on Saturday after a man drove an RV onto the runway. Air traffic control swiftly implemented measures to reroute arriving and departing aircraft, ensuring safety during the incident.
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