Hate crimes rose by 5% in Canada in 2015, says study
Jun 14, 2017, at 03:19 am
Toronto, June 13 (IBNS): Hate crimes rose by 5% in Canada in 2015, largely due to an increase in incidents targeting certain religious and ethno-cultural groups, specifically the Muslim population and Arabs or West Asians, a new study has said.
Canadian Environment Minister wraps up G7 meeting
Jun 14, 2017, at 01:01 am
Toronto, June 13 (IBNS) Canada's Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna, has wrapped up the two-day G7 Environment Ministers’ meeting in Bologna, Italy.
US, coalition continue strikes to defeat ISIS in Syria, Iraq
Jun 11, 2017, at 01:16 am
Washington, June 10 (IBNS): U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria on Friday, conducting 27 strikes consisting of 70 engagements], Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported on Saturday.
It's time to put America First, says Donald Trump at Infrastructure Summit
Jun 10, 2017, at 03:20 pm
Washington, Jun 10 (IBNS): American President Donald Trump reiterated his 'America First' stance and said it's time for his country to incorporate its own people in various jobs, while using its own resources.
Mayor Tory voices concerns about Toronto Community Housing
Jun 07, 2017, at 06:22 pm
Toronto, June 7 (IBNS): In a letter sent to Members of Provincial Parliament (MPP) in Toronto, Mayor John Tory drew their attention to the social housing crisis in the city of Toronto, according to media reports.
Donald Trump cites his visit to Middle East as the reason behind Qatar's isolation
Jun 07, 2017, at 04:41 am
Washington, June 6 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that his recent visit to the Middle East prompted the Gulf nations to isolate Qatar.
Trump bats for travel ban, says politically correct term won't protect Americans
Jun 06, 2017, at 02:56 pm
Washington, Jun 6 (IBNS): Amidst the increasing terrorist attacks in the holy month of Ramadan by Islamist militants, US President Donald Trump has reiterated his earlier stance of putting a travel embargo on certain 'dangerous countries'.
Jun 01, 2017, at 08:46 pm
Kolkata, Jun 1 (IBNS): The US Consulate General Kolkata recently hosted a talk titled “The Anatomy of a Dig: Forensic Science and Anthropology, Two Sides of the Same Coinâ€.
Donald Trump to announce decision on Paris Accord on Thursday
Jun 01, 2017, at 04:49 pm
Washington, Jun 1 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump said he will announce his decision on the Paris Accord on Thursday.
Ontario proposes $15 an hour minimum wage from January 2019
May 31, 2017, at 05:43 pm
Toronto, May 31 (IBNS): Ontario’s Premier Kathleen Wynne has said that her Liberal government is set to increase minimum wage to $15 an hour over the next 18 months as part of sweeping changes to labour laws of the province.
USA successfully destroys mock ICBM, calls it a milestone programme
May 31, 2017, at 03:58 pm
Washington, May 31 (IBNS): A US interceptor rocket successfully took down a mock intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Tuesday afternoon over the Pacific Ocean, the Pentagon said.
USA successfully destroys mock ICBM, calls it a milestone programme
May 31, 2017, at 03:37 pm
Washington, May 31 (IBNS): A US interceptor rocket successfully took down a mock intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Tuesday afternoon over the Pacific Ocean, the Pentagon said.
White House communications director resigns
May 30, 2017, at 11:43 pm
Washington, May 30 (IBNS): Communications director of the White House Mike Dubke has resigned, media reports said on Tuesday.
Two men killed in Portland after attempting to stop anti-Muslim rant, says police
May 27, 2017, at 11:54 pm
Portland, May 27 (IBNS): Two men were killed after they attempted to stop a person abusing two women who appeared to be Muslim, police said in the US city of Portland on Saturday.
Donald Trump meets Pope Francis
May 24, 2017, at 10:08 pm
Vatican City, May 24 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday met Pope Francis at the Vatican.
Ending violence against Indigenous women and girls is our priority: Ontario Minister
May 22, 2017, at 10:28 pm
Aboriginal peoples of Canada south of the Arctic and known as the First Nations. They include Inuit and the Métis,the latter being an ethnicity that developed after European contact and relations primarily between First Nations people and Europeans. There are currently 634 recognized First Nations governments or bands spread across Canada, roughly half of which are in the provinces of Ontario and British Columbia. In an exclusive interview to IBNS CANADA, Ontario Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation David Zimmer highlighted how his ministry works with First Nation partners to revitalize the treaty relationship and how it protects Aboriginal and treaty rights of the First Nations. Excerpts:
Donald Trump asks Muslim nations to drive out terrorists
May 22, 2017, at 02:18 pm
Riyadh, May 22 (IBNS): Giving a strong message, US President Donald Trump on Sunday asked the Muslim nations to drive out terrorists and extremists.
Donald Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia
May 20, 2017, at 10:29 pm
Riyadh, May 20 (IBNS): American President Donald Trump on Saturday arrived in Saudi Arabia.
Ontario forecasts creation of 94,000 new jobs
May 20, 2017, at 05:13 pm
Toronto, May 20 (IBNS): The Ontario government in Canada has forecasted that 94,000 net new jobs would be created in 2017 leading to upsurge in employment rate by 1.3 percent.
Alberta brings tougher regulations against PayDay Loans
May 18, 2017, at 09:43 pm
Calgary May 18 (IBNS): Once a roaring business, payday loans stores- which offer a small, short-term unsecured loan -are now becoming a shadow of their bygone days, because of stricter provincial regulations on the one hand and significant fall in demand due to poor economy.
USA: Florida man bitten on tongue while trying to kiss a rattlesnake
May 18, 2017, at 07:56 pm
Tallahassee, May 18 (IBNS): A Florida man landed in the hospital after being bitten on the tongue by a rattlesnake 'while trying to kiss it', reports said.
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Ohio: Teacher faces jailtime for having sex with student after inebriating him
May 18, 2017, at 03:46 pm
Columbus, May 18 (IBNS): A former Ohio prep teacher has been sentenced to two-years jail-time by a local court for having sex with a student after inebriating him with alcohol, reports said.
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Canada Post unveils Trans-Canada Highway stamp to celebrate 150th anniversary of the nation
May 18, 2017, at 09:42 am
Toronto, May 18 (IBNS): Canada Post’s fifth of 10 commemorative stamps was unveiled on Tuesday in Regina by country music star Dean Brody to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Canada's Confederation, media reports said.
We increased nomination to the federal govt for permanent residence: Ontario Immigration Minister
May 16, 2017, at 01:26 am
In an exclusive interview to IBNS Bureau Chief of Canada Suman Das, Ontario Minister of Immigration and Citizenship Laura Albanese highlights the improvement in the immigration status of Ontario. Excerpts of an interview with the minister
Toronto Zoo facing strike call from CUPE Union 1600
May 14, 2017, at 05:42 pm
Toronto, May 14 (IBNS) The Toronto Zoo, Canada's premier zoo with over 5000 animals representing more than 460 species in various Regions and Pavilions based on geographical locations, is closed for visitors now owing to an ongoing strike called by unionized employees, media report said.
Metrolinx enters into contract with Alstom as backup plan for Eglinton Crosstown
May 14, 2017, at 05:22 pm
Toronto, May 14 (IBNS): To ensure the timely launch of Eglinton Crosstown LRT and to keep on track other LRT projects, Metrolinx -- an agency created by Government of Ontario to improve the coordination and integration of all modes of transportation in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area -- has entered into an agreement with Alstom, one of Bombardier's competitors, as an alternative supplier of light rail vehicles, media reports said.
US, China sign 10-point trade deal
May 13, 2017, at 02:59 pm
Washington, May 13 (IBNS): The US and China have signed a new 10-point trade deal on Friday, reports said.
Christy Clark to lead Liberal minority government in British Columbia
May 12, 2017, at 10:29 pm
Calgary May 12 (IBNS): The Liberal Party is back to power in the recently concluded provincial election in British Columbia but not as as a single largest party in the legislature and without absolute majority as they had it last time.
Air Canada to launch own loyalty programme in 2020
May 12, 2017, at 04:00 pm
Toronto, May 12 (NITN): Air Canada on Thursday announced its decision to launch its own loyalty program in 2020, upon the expiry of its commercial agreement with Aimia, the operator of Aeroplan, media reports said.
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Secretary of State Tillerson to travel to Fairbanks
May 11, 2017, at 04:41 pm
Washington, May 11 (IBNS): U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to Fairbanks, Alaska, May 10-11 to attend the 10th Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting.