In a stunning turn of events, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Randy Boissonnault will be stepping away from his role as employment, workforce development, and official languages minister amidst growing controversies surrounding his alleged business dealings and Indigenous ancestry. The Edmonton Centre MP’s departure has sparked political fallout and calls for his resignation, with many questions still lingering about the circumstances leading to his exit. Adding to the scandal, Edmonton police are now launching an investigation into Boissonnault’s former company and business partner, further deepening the mystery surrounding the situation.
Meanwhile, Vancouver Island and the southern coast of British Columbia are grappling with widespread power outages following a destructive bomb cyclone that swept through multiple communities, leaving tens of thousands of people in the dark. Neetu Garcha reports on the extent of the damage, the disruption to travelers, and the ongoing cleanup efforts to restore power and normalcy to the affected areas.
In a significant shift in policy, U.S. President Joe Biden has agreed to supply Ukraine with anti-personnel landmines to combat Russian aggression. Nathaniel Dove delves into the reasoning behind the decision to provide Ukraine with more lethal weapons and examines the reactions from various stakeholders in the conflict.
Additionally, a harrowing tale of survival emerges from Iraq, where the Islamic State (ISIS) launched a brutal campaign against the Yazidi people in 2014. Jeff Semple recounts the story of a Yazidi family who managed to escape the terror and find refuge in Canada, albeit missing one of their daughters, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by persecuted religious minority groups in the region.
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