Canada has expanded its air transport agreement with Argentina, opening up more travel options for Canadians and supporting business growth. The new agreement replaces a 1979 agreement and includes features like increased flight frequency and expanded destinations, benefiting both travelers and the air industry.
Argentina, the defending champions, began their Copa America 2024 campaign with a 2-0 win over Canada. Goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez secured the victory, setting the stage for a competitive tournament in the United States.
A maximum security prison in Quebec, Canada, housing over 200 inmates, including notorious criminals, was evacuated due to raging forest fires. The evacuation order was issued for the city of Port-Cartier, prompting the relocation of inmates to other secure facilities. The prison, known for housing infamous killers like Robert Pickton and Luka Magnotta, is currently closed to visitors and staff.
The Indian High Commission in Canada has condemned the glorification of the 1985 Air India Kanishka bombing, which killed hundreds of passengers. The statement comes on the 39th anniversary of the terrorist attack, and expresses disappointment that such actions are allowed to occur in Canada.
Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland defended a moment of silence in Parliament honoring Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a pro-Khalistani terrorist, sparking further tensions with India. Freeland asserted that the murder of a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil was unacceptable, highlighting the government’s commitment to protecting all Canadians regardless of threats. However, she avoided directly addressing Nijjar’s past designation as a terrorist and the subsequent freezing of his assets.
Canada’s hotel industry saw a boost in May 2024, driven by increased room rates, but experts are cautious about the long-term outlook. While occupancy rates were up, concerns remain about slowing demand and shorter booking windows.
Toronto Pearson International Airport is expecting a surge in passengers this summer, with over 160,000 travelers anticipated daily during peak periods. The airport authority is collaborating with security agencies to ensure a smooth travel experience for millions of passengers.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has reiterated that its investigation into the 1985 bombing of Air India Flight 182 remains active and ongoing, marking the 39th anniversary of the tragedy. The bombing, which killed 329 people, mostly Canadians of Indian descent, is considered the deadliest act of terrorism in Canadian history. The RCMP has pledged to never forget the victims and their families, and will continue to seek justice for this heinous crime.
The Canadian government has partnered with Langs Bus Lines to replace nearly half of their diesel school buses with 200 electric buses. This initiative is funded by the Zero Emission Transit Fund (ZETF) and the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote cleaner transportation for students in southwestern Ontario.
David Michael Moss, who was found guilty of second-degree murder in the 2020 death of seven-year-old Bella Rose Desrosiers, will not be eligible for parole for 15 years. The court considered the gravity of the crime, the victim’s vulnerability, and Moss’s mental illness in determining the sentence.
