The Canadian government has issued a travel warning for Canadian citizens planning to travel to the popular beach destination Jamaica. The federal government is warning those traveling to Jamaica to be extremely cautious due to the increasing rate of violent crime. The travel advisory states that although there is a police presence in the Caribbean island nation to prevent criminal activities, these are not effective.

The travel advisory points out that violent crimes, including armed robbery and murder, are occurring in large cities and tourist areas, including some parts of Kingston and Montego Bay, and this poses a risk to tourists.

Drug and gang conflicts, as well as the widespread availability of firearms, are exacerbating the problem. The government states that this also increases the risk to visitors. Many suggestions have been put forward for the safety of travelers, including avoiding traveling at night, following the advice of local authorities, avoiding walking alone and going out in groups, and avoiding visiting isolated beaches and areas.

 

 

Alberta is home to a diverse range of creatures. The most intriguing of these is the blood-spitting lizard. The short-horned lizard is about the size of a teacup. The short-horned lizard, also known as the short-horned lizard, is the only lizard native to Alberta. It is an endangered species.

It is commonly found in habitats along the South Saskatchewan River, including the Meniberis Hills, the Chin Cooley/Forty Mile Cooley Complex, and the Milk River. It is known for its unusual defense mechanism. It defends itself by squirting blood from its eyes.

Its defense mechanism is created by filling the ocular sinuses, the tissues under its eyes, with blood. According to Ask Nature, they also use this method to remove dust and particles from the surface of their eyes. Their numbers are declining significantly in Alberta. In 2022, researchers from the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) found eight lizards, a record number ever found.

 

 

Fake Canadian visas and human trafficking services are rampant online. Smuggling networks are charging up to $40,000 for fake Canadian visas and up to $4,000 to cross the border. They have been brazenly advertising this on major social media platforms.

Human trafficking is taking place in both directions across the Canada-United States border, as well as selling fake immigration visas to Canada for up to $40,000. The federal government has invested $1.3 billion to strengthen border security. Border patrol agents, 24-hour surveillance, drones and Black Hawk helicopters are keeping a close eye on cross-border infiltration. But smugglers and fake visa sellers continue to circumvent Canadian immigration laws.

CBSA data shows that the number of open human trafficking cases is set to reach a record high in the past five years. CBSA data shows that 70 cases of human trafficking were registered in mid-August. This is a 280 percent increase from just 2.5 cases per month in 2021. US Attorney General Pam Bondi recently stated that smuggling at the Canadian border is very bad.

 

 

Canada's fall season Dramatic start to mid-season weather leading to mild temperatures Refers to the seasonal forecast of the network. Record breaking heat in British Columbia, cold in Eastern Canada The weather has already shown a difference in temperature this month. Meteorologist Doug Gilham said.

Temperatures across most of Canada from mid-September to October will try to take a temporary stand against the increase Hopefully also, he said. It will be warmer than usual in the middle of the season. Hopefully it will be less.

However, in some areas, especially Northern Canada, the BC Coast, the Northeast Common in parts of Ontario and central Quebec and Labrador Weather Report predicts.

 

 

A reported 80 percent of Indian student visa applications were denied this year. This is the highest rate in a decade, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

According to data presented by the Canadian government, only about 1.88 lakh new Indian students were admitted to Canada in 2024. Two years ago, this number was more than double this. The preference of Indian students has also changed, with Germany taking the top spot, overtaking Canada, which was preferred by 31 percent. Canada's preference fell from 18 percent in 2022 to 9 percent in 2024.

Housing shortages, infrastructure pressures, and national and local political pressure have prompted Canada to take strict measures to control immigration.

 

 

The city of Calgary has launched a program called the Curbside Treasure Hunt to reduce waste, promote recycling and reuse. The treasure hunt is held on weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. It is a program where residents can find and own valuable items for free.

The idea is simple. Residents can leave used but reusable items for the treasure hunt. They can leave them in driveways, sidewalks, etc. Anyone can find these items and claim them. When you leave the items, they must be labeled 'free'.

The city says the treasure hunt program will help prevent unwanted items from ending up in landfills, make them useful to others, and thereby encourage recycling. Information on where to leave the items is available on the city's website.

 

 

 

The super-rich Elon Musk could become the world's first trillionaire. According to reports, Elon Musk could become the world's first trillionaire if the company's value increases significantly under Tesla's new salary package. This package will give Musk an additional 423.7 million Tesla shares. Meanwhile, the company's total value should reach $ 8.5 trillion.

Musk will receive additional Tesla shares only if the company achieves greater growth than its current value. Accordingly, the company's market value should reach $ 2 trillion and 20 million vehicle deliveries should be achieved very early. But in 2024, Tesla delivered less than two million vehicles. In addition, Tesla should release one million self-driving taxis and one million AI boats. Elon Musk, the world's richest man, will have to stay at Tesla for at least seven and a half years to receive the additional shares, and will need 10 years to receive the full amount. His payment will be made entirely in Tesla shares. Under the new pay package, Musk will receive 423.7 million additional Tesla shares if he meets targets. That's worth about $143.5 billion at today's stock price. Tesla shareholders will vote on the proposal at their annual meeting on November 6.

 

 

Vancouver topped the list of world's worst air quality major cities on Wednesday. As of 11:34 a.m., Vancouver topped the list of most polluted major cities, according to IQAir. Vancouver's reading is 180 AQI. Vancouver has surpassed Lahore, Pakistan, Jakarta, Indonesia, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Smoke from wildfires has been spreading across the city. Heavy smoke blanketed the city Wednesday morning. Many people were feeling unwell after breathing in the unhealthy smoke.

Metro Vancouver's Air Quality Network's Air Quality Index (AQHI) reached its highest level of 10+ between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. It then decreased slightly. Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley were issued air quality advisories on Wednesday.

In addition to the fires in the United States, smoke from wildfires burning just east of Hope, near Whistler, and in the Cariboo region is spreading across the province, Environment Canada said.

 

 

A statue was unveiled in Alberta on Friday to honour Francis, the piglet who tried to escape from a slaughterhouse by jumping a high fence three decades ago. The statue is located at the Central Spray and Play Park in Red Deer. The bronze statue is designed to be seen jumping over a fence.

Francis escaped from a slaughterhouse by jumping a 1.2-metre-high fence in July 1990. He was captured three times over five months, but he managed to escape. He was finally captured using a tranquiliser.

Francis weighed 108 kilograms. Although he escaped from the farm and slaughter, Francis died three days after being captured from a urinary tract infection caused by tranquilizers.

 

 

Edmonton police share rare information about gangs in the city.Police gave a clear picture of gang activity in Alberta’s capital city at a presentation for downtown groups. Police estimate there are about 3,000 people involved in gangs and organized crime in the Edmonton area.

Police said one in four homicides is linked to these groups. Police said gang activity is common in cities of more than a million people, including Edmonton. The presentation was aimed at helping the public stay informed and help them report suspicious activity to police. During the presentation for downtown groups, EPS Sergeant Ryan Ferry said that sharing some information about gangs will give the public the confidence to report problems.

 

 

A majority of Canadians say that Canadian governments should impose more regulation on AI, a report says. As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing across Canada, a majority of Canadians believe that governments at all levels should regulate it to ensure that it is used ethically and safely.

The survey, conducted by Leger, found that 85 per cent of Canadians surveyed wanted AI tools to be regulated. The survey, which surveyed 1,518 people online between August 22 and 25, found that 57 per cent of the 85 per cent who wanted regulation of AI strongly supported it. The poll found that 34 per cent of Canadians said AI is good for society. 36 per cent believe it is bad. About 31 per cent were unsure. The majority of Canadians say AI has been helpful in their workplaces.

 

Calgary general election: Elections Calgary needs 4,500 workers. Applications are now open for election workers. Calgary’s municipal election is less than two months away. Thousands of people are needed to help make the election process run smoothly.

Elections Calgary is looking for people who are interested in the democratic process. These workers will help ensure that voting is fair and follows the rules. The city of Calgary’s returning officer, Kate Martin, said they are looking for people who can help make the election run smoothly. All election worker positions will be paid. Additional workers will be hired to ensure all procedures are completed during early voting and on election day. Individuals applying to work in the election do not have to be Canadian citizens. However, they must be eligible to work in Canada and be at least 16 years old. Election workers must be able to complete the training session in September or October. Those interested in being part of the team should apply at electionscalgary.ca/work.

 

 

Bedbug dogs are being used to detect and exterminate bedbugs in Edmonton. They are a team of dogs specially trained to help find the creatures that are a nuisance to humans. They are faster and more efficient than humans.

Dash, a seven-year-old springer spaniel, is a professional bedbug sniffer for Orkin Canada. The dog is 99.9 per cent accurate, says Haiti Vandenhouten, a k9 handler for Orkin Canada.

Bedbugs, which feed on human blood, are a big problem. The dogs are a great help in getting rid of the bedbugs, which cause itching and skin irritation. Bedbugs emit special pheromones. Dogs are trained to recognize this specific scent.

 

 

Dozens of pistachio products have been recalled after a salmonella outbreak in Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling more than two dozen products made with pistachios. The recall is based on the findings of an investigation announced earlier this month.

Dozens of people fell ill between March and early August 2025. The Public Health Agency of Canada is investigating whether various brands of pistachios and products containing pistachios are responsible for the salmonella outbreak. According to PHAC data, 62 cases of salmonella have been reported, with at least 10 people hospitalized. But those figures only include laboratory-confirmed cases. Officials believe the number of cases in Canada is likely much higher.

 

 

Canada's tech job market has been in decline for the past five years, according to a new study by job posting site Indeed. It says that vacancies in August were down 19 per cent compared to the start of 2020.

Indeed says the decline could be due to changes in the market, recent advances in artificial intelligence, and a lack of interest from tech companies in adding workers. Tech job postings were already starting to decline when ChatGPT was launched in late 2022. This led to an increase in interest in AI. Therefore, Indeed explains that it is difficult to identify the main reason for the decline in tech jobs. Although most of the decline in tech job postings has occurred in software engineering positions, hiring for AI-related jobs is still high compared to the start of 2020.

 

 

In Airdrie, Lauren Schmidtke took a rare photo of a black widow spider at her sister's house. Lauren took the photo of a black widow spider. After seeing the photo, Ken Fry, an entomology instructor at Olds College, confirmed that the spider is a western black widow, the only venomous spider in Alberta. He said it is a dangerous spider with a strong venom and can pose a threat to humans.

The pea-sized spiders are commonly found in Alberta's dry habitats, especially in areas like Lethbridge and Medicine Hat.

Black widow spiders reported in Calgary are sometimes mistaken for similar spiders, such as the boreal combfoot. Fry says the spiders commonly found in Alberta don't have enough venom to harm humans. Fry also clarified that only the Black Widow has venom that produces neurotoxic effects.

 

 

 

Canada has warned Canadians planning a vacation to be extra careful when choosing destinations. The travel advisory has been issued for Canadians traveling to several places in Asia.

For safety reasons, officials are advising those planning international travel to sign up for the Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA). This helps Canadians traveling abroad receive updates on emergencies or other domestic issues.

The Canadian government is advising travelers to avoid traveling to Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia due to political and civil unrest, riots, and natural disasters such as floods and rains.

 

 

Albertans to pay $100 for Covid-19 vaccines The Alberta government has announced that everyone outside the province of Alberta will have to pay a $100 administration fee for the COVID-19 vaccination. People in the first phase of the program will be able to book appointments for the shot on October 1. The second phase will begin on October 20. It will cost $100 administration fee.

The provincial government has said that bookings for both phases will remain open until the end of the season. The program was announced in June to encourage people with weakened immune systems or those attending social events to get vaccinated. The government will cover the cost of protective equipment for health workers. Premier Daniel Smith said that hospital workers are at risk of contracting COVID-19, influenza and syncytial virus during the virus season. “We will support any healthcare workers who want to receive additional protection,” she said.

But opposition leader Nahid Nenshi accused the government of charging for the vaccine of being wrong. He called for the policy to be immediately withdrawn. He also called on the UCP government to prioritize public health by establishing a registration system so that anyone who wants the vaccine can get it for free.

 

 

The Royal Bank of Canada report says there is no housing construction recession in Canada. However, Ontario, which has the highest number of residents in the country, is experiencing a housing recession, says the RBC report. The pace of housing construction in Canada is increasing, a new study shows.

This year has seen the strongest growth in the past four years. It continues to be strong in many parts of the country, according to the report prepared by the Royal Bank of Canada, which analyzed the latest figures from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). While there was a boom in housing construction in other parts of the country, the report said that Ontario experienced a sharp decline. The decline was most pronounced in the Greater Toronto Area. This is worrying and will cause social and economic hardship for people in this region, says the report by RBC economist Robert Hogg. The report also states that the root cause of Canada's housing crisis is construction delays in Ontario.

 

 

Ford Govt Envisions New Schemes To Attract Personal Support Workers The Ford government is currently considering new incentive programs to encourage people to choose a career in this field, the minister said.

Minister Natalia Ku Sendova, who worked as a nurse before entering politics, said the ministry is taking steps to meet proper care standards, fill vacancies in new care homes and hire more long-term care workers. The minister was speaking after announcing new colleges for nurses. The minister said the ministry is considering what it can offer to encourage more people to join and work in the long-term care sector. The provincial government's goal is to add 30,000 new long-term care beds by 2028. Ontario already has several incentive programs in place to attract new employees to work in the long-term care sector.

 

 

The removal of the Canadian flag from the front entrance of the Prime Minister's Office in Ottawa and the replacement with an intersex-inclusive Pride flag has reportedly caused discontent among many. Footage recently emerged of a lift on the back of a truck, the Maple Leaf flag from the flagpole being taken down, and a multi-coloured flag being installed in its place. Many people are expressing their dissatisfaction with this.

The front door of the country's most powerful office on Wellington Street used to have Canadian flags on both sides. But today, a Canadian flag is on the left and a Pride flag is on the right. Questions are being raised about what is the reason for this and who gave permission for this. The Prime Minister's Office has not yet commented on this. The Capital Pride organization has also not been prepared to provide an explanation for this. There is no information about this on the government or Pride websites. On June 10, Prime Minister Mark Carney shared a photo of Pride flags on Parliament Hill on his official X account. The incident has sparked a huge debate. Some have suggested that if the national flag is replaced with a non-Canadian flag, there should be a debate and vote in Parliament. They argue that the PMO is not a private office, but is located in a building that belongs to all Canadians.

There are no reports of Canadians voting to share the national spotlight with Pride or any other activist or charity. MPs have not voted in the House of Commons to erect a flag that is the equivalent of Canada’s outside the Prime Minister’s Office.

 

Calgary has received the most rainfall in Canada this summer, according to a report. Calgary has received heavy rainfall this summer season. Calgary received the most rainfall this year in July.

This is the third wettest July on record. The previous record was 254.4 millimeters in 1927 and 206.1 millimeters in 2016, said Environment Canada's Klimenhaga. This year, 210.7 millimeters of rain fell from July 1 to August 12. Calgary became the wettest city in Canada over a six-week period.

 

 

A two-story duplex has been gutted in a fire in Falconridge, northeast Calgary. The fire broke out in the 100 block of Falworthway around 1:30 p.m. Monday. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming from the building, said Calgary Fire Department spokesman Alex Quan.

The residents of the home and two nearby homes were evacuated. No injuries were reported. Quan said an investigation determined the fire started in a charcoal barbecue in the back of the building. The fire damaged more than half of the house.

 

 

Canadian home resales are forecast to fall 3.5% next year. Canadians are likely to hold off on buying homes for the rest of this year, according to a new report from the Royal Bank of Canada.

The report also shows that the trade war with US President Donald Trump has also affected the Canadian housing market. The report also says that home sales and prices have fallen across the country. About 467,100 older homes are expected to be resold in Canada this year. This is a 3.5% decrease compared to last year, according to the RBC report. The Bank of Canada says that this decrease occurred in the first six months of this year. The report also says that the slowdown in the housing market will hit the provinces of Ontario and British Columbia the hardest. However, the report also states that there are signs of a recovery as economic concerns subside. The report adds that there will be a rebound in the second half of 2025, paving the way for strong demand in 2026.

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The federal government has issued a warning to Canadians traveling to Bali following reports of an outbreak of rabies. The travel advisory states that citizens traveling to Bali should exercise extreme caution. Rabies is prevalent in Bali, especially in the Jembrana Regency and the South Kuta and Mengwi districts of Badung Regency. The warning states that rabies cases are increasing in dogs and humans in these areas.

The government has warned travelers that rabies can be serious if not treated before symptoms appear. Tourists, especially children, are at higher risk. Therefore, it is important to monitor children who come into contact with animals, the authorities said. The government said that those planning to travel to Bali should communicate with their healthcare provider about getting vaccinated against rabies.

Rabies treatment in Indonesia can be difficult. The government also warned that if you are bitten or scratched by animals while traveling, you may have to return to Canada for treatment.

 

 

Rent prices are falling in most Canadian cities, according to RBC. This is providing some relief for renters, according to a new report from Royal Bank of Canada.

In more than half of the country's 40 major cities, rents fell in the first three months of this year compared to the same period a year ago, according to a study by RBC economist Rachel Battaglia. Vancouver saw the biggest drop in rents for two-bedroom homes, down $270 a month. Kelowna and British Columbia also saw a drop of $230. Calgary saw a drop of $170 and Toronto saw a drop of $160. The report says that the decline in rents is due to more housing available for rent, a declining population, and the inability of many to afford higher rents. The report says the federal government's decision to reduce immigration has hit rental markets in Ontario and British Columbia harder than elsewhere. Places with a large student population have seen the biggest declines in rents. For example, monthly rents in Kitchener, Cambridge and Waterloo have fallen by $130, and in Guelph by $50.

 

 

More than 100 emission-free buses will be on Calgary roads in the next three years. The city announced that Calgary Transit is purchasing 120 new electric buses, as part of funding from a previous federal government grant. The city said it will purchase Canadian-made Nova LFSE+ electric buses from longtime supplier Nova Bus. The buses will replace some of its aging diesel-fueled vehicles and strengthen the reliability of transit’s services, the news release said.

E-buses are already in use in Banff, Toronto and Ottawa. Under the previous Justin Trudeau government, the federal government announced $325 million in funding for the City of Calgary to purchase 259 electric buses by June 2023.

 

 

AI videos spreading hate online are a big concern in Canada. A clip posted in June on the American Bigfoot TikTok page has been viewed more than 360,000 times. It has also attracted hundreds of comments, most of which praise the video. In recent months, social media platforms have been flooded with similar AI-generated content. These videos openly promote violence and spread hatred against LGBTQ+, Jews, Muslims and other minority groups.

While the origin of most of the videos is unclear, their circulation on social media is causing anger and concern among many. Experts say that current systems are not able to control the hateful AI-generated content. Experts also say that authorities are not adequately addressing the risks it poses to public safety. Evan Balgord, executive director of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, said the LGBTQ+ community is not the only target. He said Islamophobic, anti-Semitic and anti-South Asian content produced using generative AI tools is also widely circulating on social media.

 

 

Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada are worrying his party, the Republican Party, according to a report. There are concerns that this could hurt the party in the upcoming midterm elections. The new concerns are due to Trump's 35 percent tariff on Canadian products not covered by the USMCA agreement. The new taxes are in addition to existing tariffs on steel, aluminum and copper. This is likely to increase the price of food, clothing, cars and farm equipment.

Senator Rand Paul from Kentucky warned that the economy is showing signs of weakness. Senator Jerry Moran from Kansas added that the tariffs act like a tax and affect business growth. He also said that trade uncertainty is affecting employment and investment. Senator Mitch McConnell has also criticized Trump's tariffs. He said Trump is stirring up trouble at a time when he should be working with friends like Canada to defend against China's unfair trade policies. He also said that trade uncertainty is delaying jobs and investment.

McConnell, Paul and other senators introduced a resolution to repeal the 25% tariff, but it failed in the House. Trade expert Inu Manak has warned that the tariffs will soon lead to price increases. She said Republican leaders will face protests in their constituencies. Despite these concerns, the Republican Party has not taken significant steps to reduce the tariffs.

 

 

Record increase in organ donations in Alberta. According to the provincial health authority
, many Albertans who died last year had their organs and body parts used to give new life to others.

In 2024, 317 people donated organs and body parts. The announcement was made by Give Life Alberta, Alberta’s organ and tissue donation program. The provincial government said that 423 organs were transplanted last year thanks to the generosity of deceased individuals and their loved ones. As a result, hundreds of lives were saved. According to Give Life, this is the third consecutive year that the number of organ donors has increased. There were 273 donors in 2023 and 248 donors in 2022. The provincial government is also promoting a number of policy changes in recognition of the increase in deceased organ donations in recent years. This includes the Specialist in End-of-Life Care, Neuroprognostication and Donation (SEND) program, which was launched in 2021. It involves specialized intensive care physicians who work closely with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality end-of-life care. It also includes identifying and caring for organ donors.