Six months after severe drought and multiple wildfires caused destruction along Canada's western region. Now, unusually heavy rains and subsequent deluge has left thousands of people stranded with their homes and livelihoods destroyed, at least one has been killed, several missing.

Canada: Major flooding in British Columbia; one killed, two missing

The heavy storm has hit the Pacific north-west hard, just south of the Canadian border. In a slight relief, the water has started receding in the Washington region, the authorities have however maintained the flood alert. Nearly, 50,000 people living in Washington state were left without power on Tuesday.

Flooding in western Washington, nearly 50,000 homes left without power

So you've called your boss/ teacher to say that you won't come because of (fake) fever at least once right? And as these stories go usually, you were asked to come nonetheless. Fever, cold, cough are such a passe.

Next time you want to score a holiday, try saying you are suffering from climate change. This may add some gravitas to your charade.&nbsp;

This may actually be a thing if what has happened in Canada catches on. A woman there has become world's first person to have been diagnosed as suffering from climate change.

Yep, that apparently is a thing now.

Times Colonist, a local media outlet has quoted Dr Kyle Merritt of Kootenay Lake Hospital who has made the diagnosis.

Record-breaking heatwave conditions have been witnessed in Canada this year. The country, which is famous for its freezing climes has recorded temperatures soaring up to 49.5 degrees Celsius this year.&nbsp;

According to Reuters tally, 233 people died in British Columbia in June alone.

“All of her health problems have all been worsened. And she's really struggling to stay hydrated,” said Dr Merritt about the woman who has been diagnosed as suffering from climate change.

Climate change and global warming as we know, refer to a gradual increase in average global temperatures. Though the temperature may rise by just a couple degrees Celsius, it may have catastrophic effect for the world with polar ice caps melting, sea levels rising and heatwave conditions as witnessed in Canada this year.

So you've called your boss/ teacher to say that you won't come because of (fake) fever at least once right? And as these stories go usually, you were asked to come nonetheless.

So you've called your boss/ teacher to say that you won't come because of (fake) fever at least once right? And as these stories go usually, you were asked to come nonetheless. Fever, cold, cough are such a passe. Next time you want to score a holiday, try saying you are suffering from climate change. This may add some gravitas to your charade. This may actually be a thing if what has happened in Canada catches on. A woman there has become world's first person to have been diagnosed as suffering from climate change. Yep, that apparently is a thing now. Times Colonist, a local media outlet has quoted Dr Kyle Merritt of Kootenay Lake Hospital who has made the diagnosis. Record-breaking heatwave conditions have been witnessed in Canada this year. The country, which is famous for its freezing climes has recorded temperatures soaring up to 49.5 degrees Celsius this year. According to Reuters tally, 233 people died in British Columbia in June alone. “All of her health problems have all been worsened. And she's really struggling to stay hydrated,” said Dr Merritt about the woman who has been diagnosed as suffering from climate change. Climate change and global warming as we know, refer to a gradual increase in average global temperatures. Though the temperature may rise by just a couple degrees Celsius, it may have catastrophic effect for the world with polar ice caps melting, sea levels rising and heatwave conditions as witnessed in Canada this year.

Suffering from 'climate change': Canada woman first in world with such diagnosis

Canadian apparel company Reitmans recently cancelled a contract with a Chinese supplier after a report by CBC News showed that it was using forced North Korean labour. This comes after a series of undercover investigations by the broadcaster CBC.&nbsp;

Reitmans is not the only brand to be involved with this Chinese supplier. YM Inc, which owns various other brands such as Sirens, Stitches and Bluenotes, also did business with the same factory, Dandong Huayang Textiles and Garment Co. Ltd.

After the brands came to know about the forced labour scenario, YM said that it does not partner with anyone using forced labour.&nbsp;

Reitmans, which has over 400 outlets in the country, issued a statement saying that it decided to “proactively stop issuing new business purchase orders with this supplier” at the end of 2020 and also decided to “pull all remaining inventory” of the styles originating from this supplier.

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It further added, “We are shaken by these new allegations about the presence of North Korean guest workers in what appears to be Dandong Huayang Textiles and Garments Ltd factories.”

Dandong Huayang Textiles and Garment Co. Ltd. has refuted the allegation of using “illegal workers."

As per experts, the city of Dandong is located on the border of North Korea and China. It has a history of employing North Korean workers and therefore Dandong Huayang is no exception.

Reitmans has announced it will donate the unused clothing from the supplier to local charities.

The CBC report further claimed that it might violate 2017 UNSC sanctions that ban employment of North Koreans. This was done to prevent funding to Pyongyang's illegal nuclear&nbsp;programmes.&nbsp;

Canadian apparel company Reitmans recently cancelled a contract with a Chinese supplier after a report by CBC News showed that it was using forced North Korean labour.

Canadian apparel company Reitmans recently cancelled a contract with a Chinese supplier after a report by CBC News showed that it was using forced North Korean labour. This comes after a series of undercover investigations by the broadcaster CBC. Reitmans is not the only brand to be involved with this Chinese supplier. YM Inc, which owns various other brands such as Sirens, Stitches and Bluenotes, also did business with the same factory, Dandong Huayang Textiles and Garment Co. Ltd. After the brands came to know about the forced labour scenario, YM said that it does not partner with anyone using forced labour. Reitmans, which has over 400 outlets in the country, issued a statement saying that it decided to “proactively stop issuing new business purchase orders with this supplier” at the end of 2020 and also decided to “pull all remaining inventory” of the styles originating from this supplier. Also read | Trade, direct flights on agenda of Colombian President Duque’s first official visit to UAE It further added, “We are shaken by these new allegations about the presence of North Korean guest workers in what appears to be Dandong Huayang Textiles and Garments Ltd factories.” Dandong Huayang Textiles and Garment Co. Ltd. has refuted the allegation of using “illegal workers." As per experts, the city of Dandong is located on the border of North Korea and China. It has a history of employing North Korean workers and therefore Dandong Huayang is no exception. Reitmans has announced it will donate the unused clothing from the supplier to local charities. The CBC report further claimed that it might violate 2017 UNSC sanctions that ban employment of North Koreans. This was done to prevent funding to Pyongyang's illegal nuclear programmes.

Canadian brands cancel deal with Chinese supplier over use of North Korean forced labour

Canada on Saturday pledged at the G20 summit to donate millions more Covid vaccine doses to poor countries worldwide.

"Canada will donate the equivalent of at least 200 million doses to the COVAX Facility by the end of 2022," Prime &nbsp;Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement, referring to the global vaccine-sharing alliance. Of this number, 10 million doses of Moderna&nbsp;vaccine will be delivered "quickly" to developing countries, he said.&nbsp;

Canada has also pledged $15 million to help increase vaccine production in South Africa, said Canadian Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland at a Rome briefing.

Those funds should contribute to the creation of a "technology transfer center" so that the region can produce messenger RNA vaccines against COVID-19

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"We do not control production, but by 2022, we are certain that it will be possible to contribute at this level," Freeland said.&nbsp;

In August, the American company Moderna announced that it wanted to build a vaccine manufacturing plant in Canada, the first outside the United States.&nbsp;

According to the Canadian government, fewer than three million of the 40 million doses already promised by Canada had been received by the COVAX programme on Saturday, with additional deliveries planned in coming days.

Canada on Saturday pledged at the G20 summit to donate millions more Covid vaccine doses to poor countries worldwide. "Canada will donate the equivalent of at least 200 million doses to the COVAX Facility by the end of 2022," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement, referring to the global vaccine-sharing alliance.

Canada on Saturday pledged at the G20 summit to donate millions more Covid vaccine doses to poor countries worldwide. "Canada will donate the equivalent of at least 200 million doses to the COVAX Facility by the end of 2022," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement, referring to the global vaccine-sharing alliance. Of this number, 10 million doses of Moderna vaccine will be delivered "quickly" to developing countries, he said. Canada has also pledged $15 million to help increase vaccine production in South Africa, said Canadian Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland at a Rome briefing. Those funds should contribute to the creation of a "technology transfer center" so that the region can produce messenger RNA vaccines against COVID-19 Also Read | Britain sending millions more COVID-19 doses to developing nations "We do not control production, but by 2022, we are certain that it will be possible to contribute at this level," Freeland said. In August, the American company Moderna announced that it wanted to build a vaccine manufacturing plant in Canada, the first outside the United States. According to the Canadian government, fewer than three million of the 40 million doses already promised by Canada had been received by the COVAX programme on Saturday, with additional deliveries planned in coming days.

Canada vows to donate 200 million Covid vaccine doses

Canada has asked the federal court to overturn a decision that asks for awarding billions in compensation to indigenous children as it said that it would seek to negotiate a deal. This comes after last month a top court ordered C$40,000 payouts to each child who was a part of the on-reserve welfare system after 2006.

This is the maximum allowed compensation under Canadian Human Rights Act. With some exceptions, parents and grandparents of the children were also eligible for compensation.

Canada said that it believes the payments are necessary, but would rather iron out the details in talks.&nbsp;

In its notice, Ottawa said it "acknowledges the finding of systemic discrimination and does not oppose the general principle that compensation to First Nations individuals who experienced pain and suffering as a result of government misconduct should be provided."

Advocates for indigenous children expressed disappointment over the government's appeal.&nbsp;

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At a news conference, Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu said that two advocacy groups, the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society and the Assembly of First Nations, have agreed to sit down with officials and try to hammer out a negotiated deal by the end of December.

She said that Ottawa "will compensate those harmed by discriminatory underfunding (of services) so that we can mend these past wrongs."&nbsp;

This case has always been a bone of tension between tribes and the government.&nbsp;

In 2016, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruled that less funds had been allocated for child and family services of indigenous people than for non-indigenous people. The tribunal observed that this pushed more indigenous children into foster care.

Canada has asked the federal court to overturn a decision that asks for awarding billions in compensation to indigenous children as it said that it would seek to negotiate a deal.

Canada has asked the federal court to overturn a decision that asks for awarding billions in compensation to indigenous children as it said that it would seek to negotiate a deal. This comes after last month a top court ordered C$40,000 payouts to each child who was a part of the on-reserve welfare system after 2006. This is the maximum allowed compensation under Canadian Human Rights Act. With some exceptions, parents and grandparents of the children were also eligible for compensation. Canada said that it believes the payments are necessary, but would rather iron out the details in talks. In its notice, Ottawa said it "acknowledges the finding of systemic discrimination and does not oppose the general principle that compensation to First Nations individuals who experienced pain and suffering as a result of government misconduct should be provided." Advocates for indigenous children expressed disappointment over the government's appeal. Also read | Compensation to indigenous children may cost Canada billions At a news conference, Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu said that two advocacy groups, the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society and the Assembly of First Nations, have agreed to sit down with officials and try to hammer out a negotiated deal by the end of December. She said that Ottawa "will compensate those harmed by discriminatory underfunding (of services) so that we can mend these past wrongs." This case has always been a bone of tension between tribes and the government. In 2016, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruled that less funds had been allocated for child and family services of indigenous people than for non-indigenous people. The tribunal observed that this pushed more indigenous children into foster care.

Canada challenges indigenous children compensation; in favour of negotiating

Canada’s Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a comedian who mocked a disabled teenaged singer, saying that the remarks, while disgraceful, would not lead people to discriminate as the singer had claimed.

It thus marks an end to one of the nearly decade-long case, which raised questions over satire and the limits of freedom of speech in Canada.

In a 5-4 split decision, the Supreme Court on Friday ruled that jokes told about the singer, who was a child at the time, did not amount to discrimination.

The justices wrote that comedian Mike Ward had ridiculed Jeremy Gabriel, a young man with Treacher Collins syndrome, but he was chosen as a target because of his fame rather than his disability.

“Although Ward said some nasty and disgraceful things about Gabriel’s disability, his comments did not incite the audience to treat Gabriel as subhuman,” the justices wrote.

Gabriel, who was 13 at that time, was born with a congenital disorder marked by a skull and facial deformities as well as deafness. He gained fame as a singer after he performed with legendary Canadian singer Celine Dion and for Pope Benedict XVI.

In a series of shows between 2010 and 2013, comedian Mike Ward said people were being nice to the teenager&nbsp;only because they thought he would soon die. Ward joked that when he realised this was not going to happen, he had tried to drown Gabriel.

Reasonable people would not view the comments as inciting others to vilify Gabriel on the basis of a prohibited ground of discrimination in Quebec law, the majority justices wrote.

Known for sometimes offensive humour, the justices wrote that Ward’s comments “exploited, rightly or wrongly, a feeling of discomfort in order to entertain, but they did little more than that”.

“We did it … we won,” Ward tweeted after the decision was announced on Friday.

Gabriel told a news conference that Ward’s jokes caused him to become suicidal at age 13.

(With inputs from agencies)

Canada’s Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a comedian who mocked a disabled teenaged singer, saying that the remarks, while disgraceful, would not lead people to discriminate as the singer had claimed.

Canada’s Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a comedian who mocked a disabled teenaged singer, saying that the remarks, while disgraceful, would not lead people to discriminate as the singer had claimed. It thus marks an end to one of the nearly decade-long case, which raised questions over satire and the limits of freedom of speech in Canada. In a 5-4 split decision, the Supreme Court on Friday ruled that jokes told about the singer, who was a child at the time, did not amount to discrimination. The justices wrote that comedian Mike Ward had ridiculed Jeremy Gabriel, a young man with Treacher Collins syndrome, but he was chosen as a target because of his fame rather than his disability. “Although Ward said some nasty and disgraceful things about Gabriel’s disability, his comments did not incite the audience to treat Gabriel as subhuman,” the justices wrote. Gabriel, who was 13 at that time, was born with a congenital disorder marked by a skull and facial deformities as well as deafness. He gained fame as a singer after he performed with legendary Canadian singer Celine Dion and for Pope Benedict XVI. In a series of shows between 2010 and 2013, comedian Mike Ward said people were being nice to the teenager only because they thought he would soon die. Ward joked that when he realised this was not going to happen, he had tried to drown Gabriel. Reasonable people would not view the comments as inciting others to vilify Gabriel on the basis of a prohibited ground of discrimination in Quebec law, the majority justices wrote. Known for sometimes offensive humour, the justices wrote that Ward’s comments “exploited, rightly or wrongly, a feeling of discomfort in order to entertain, but they did little more than that”. “We did it … we won,” Ward tweeted after the decision was announced on Friday. Gabriel told a news conference that Ward’s jokes caused him to become suicidal at age 13. (With inputs from agencies)

Canada’s top court rules in favour of comedian who mocked disabled teenager

Indian-origin Canadian politician Anita Anand has been appointed as the country’s new defence minister following a cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Anand, 54, will replace long-time defence minister Indian-origin Harjit Sajjan, whose handling of the military sexual misconduct crisis had been under criticism.

The cabinet reshuffle came the Trudeau-led Liberal Party returned to power in the snap elections and amid calls for major military reforms.

Sajjan has been appointed as Minister of International Development Agency, according to a report in the National Post newspaper.

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The new Cabinet maintains gender balance and has 38 members, up one person from before the election, it said.

Anand has a background as a corporate lawyer and has worked extensively on corporate governance, which refers specifically to the laws and rules in place to manage the operations of businesses, the report said.

She has been touted as a strong contender for weeks among defence industry experts who said that moving her into the role would send a powerful signal to survivors and victims of military sexual misconduct that the government is serious about implementing major reforms.

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Anand was declared the winner in Oakville with a nearly 46 per cent vote share, a significant development for Canada’s vaccine minister.

She was first elected as a rookie Member of Parliament in 2019 representing Oakville in Ontario province and served as procurement minister throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

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She quickly became in charge of the country’s efforts to secure COVID-19 vaccines and was often on the campaign trail with Trudeau.

In her role as former Minister of Public Services and Procurement, she played a very public role in the Liberal response to the health crisis.

Anita Anand was born in Kentville, Nova Scotia. Her parents were both physicians - her mother Late Saroj D Ram was an anesthesiologist.

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Her father SV (Andy) Anand was a general surgeon. Her father was from Tamil Nadu and her mother was from Punjab.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Studies from Queen's University, a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Jurisprudence from the University of Oxford.

She is a Bachelor of Laws from Dalhousie University and a Master of Laws from the University of Toronto. She was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1994.

Anand has worked as a scholar, lawyer, and researcher. She has been a legal academic, including as a Professor of Law at the University of Toronto.

In 2019, Royal Society of Canada awarded her the Yvan Allaire Medal for outstanding contributions in governance relating to private and public organisations.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian-origin Canadian politician Anita Anand has been appointed as the country’s new defence minister following a cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Indian-origin Canadian politician Anita Anand has been appointed as the country’s new defence minister following a cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Anand, 54, will replace long-time defence minister Indian-origin Harjit Sajjan, whose handling of the military sexual misconduct crisis had been under criticism. The cabinet reshuffle came the Trudeau-led Liberal Party returned to power in the snap elections and amid calls for major military reforms. Sajjan has been appointed as Minister of International Development Agency, according to a report in the National Post newspaper. Also read | Canada: Justin Trudeau, projected to win elections, delivers victory speech The new Cabinet maintains gender balance and has 38 members, up one person from before the election, it said. Anand has a background as a corporate lawyer and has worked extensively on corporate governance, which refers specifically to the laws and rules in place to manage the operations of businesses, the report said. She has been touted as a strong contender for weeks among defence industry experts who said that moving her into the role would send a powerful signal to survivors and victims of military sexual misconduct that the government is serious about implementing major reforms. It is my sincere honour to be sworn in today as Minister of National Defence. Thank you @JustinTrudeau for entrusting me with this portfolio. pic.twitter.com/4QpXA5hcL6 — Anita Anand (@AnitaOakville) October 26, 2021 × Anand was declared the winner in Oakville with a nearly 46 per cent vote share, a significant development for Canada’s vaccine minister. She was first elected as a rookie Member of Parliament in 2019 representing Oakville in Ontario province and served as procurement minister throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Also read | Stones thrown at Justin Trudeau at election campaign event She quickly became in charge of the country’s efforts to secure COVID-19 vaccines and was often on the campaign trail with Trudeau. In her role as former Minister of Public Services and Procurement, she played a very public role in the Liberal response to the health crisis. Anita Anand was born in Kentville, Nova Scotia. Her parents were both physicians - her mother Late Saroj D Ram was an anesthesiologist. Also read | Canada's Justin Trudeau condemns France attacks but says free speech has limits Her father SV (Andy) Anand was a general surgeon. Her father was from Tamil Nadu and her mother was from Punjab. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Studies from Queen's University, a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Jurisprudence from the University of Oxford. She is a Bachelor of Laws from Dalhousie University and a Master of Laws from the University of Toronto. She was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1994. Anand has worked as a scholar, lawyer, and researcher. She has been a legal academic, including as a Professor of Law at the University of Toronto. In 2019, Royal Society of Canada awarded her the Yvan Allaire Medal for outstanding contributions in governance relating to private and public organisations. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian-origin Anita Anand named Canada’s defence minister

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has revealed his newly shuffled cabinet. The 30-member team has an equal number of men and women, which is a rare show in governments across the globe.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revamps cabinet

Canada: Equal number of men & women in Junstin Trudeau's new cabinet

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who fell short of a majority in last month's election, will introduce a Cabinet on Tuesday that analysts say should hone in on the fight against climate change.

Trudeau's Liberals gained four seats to 159, but fell short of the 170 needed to pass legislation without the support of an opposition party. Minority governments normally last about two years instead of a full, four-year term.

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Trudeau, 49, has promised to spend tens of billions of extra dollars over five years to help the economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. But analysts said Ottawa should narrow its focus and make fighting climate change a clear priority.

Peter Donolo, a political strategist at Hill Knowlton who was communications director for Liberal former Prime Minister Jean Chretien, said the campaign had "a very ambitious agenda."

"I would simplify it &nbsp;on how to position Canada as a winner in the greener global economy over the longer term, and then on how to ensure that those benefits are shared more equitably," he said by phone.

One option Trudeau is considering is a climate portfolio that pulls together some policies normally handled by several ministries, according to one Liberal source.

The new Cabinet will be sworn in at 10:30 a.m. (1430 GMT). Trudeau says it will be composed of an equal number of men and women, a pattern he set when first taking office in 2015.

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will keep her job, Trudeau said shortly after the vote, and has begun to reduce&nbsp;COVID-19 support programs as the economy recovers and inflation&nbsp;at an 18-year high.

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Last month's vote marked Trudeau's third win as Liberal leader. Unhappiness over his decision to call an early election during the pandemic left him short of a majority.

Trudeau's priorities are managing COVID-19, bolstering healthcare, fighting climate change and fostering a green economy, supporting economic growth, delivering national childcare and affordable housing plans, and following through on reconciliation with indigenous Canadians, a separate source with direct knowledge of the Cabinet said.

"This is only an 18- to 24-month government, so the idea that you can address all four or five or six or seven of those issues&nbsp;is preposterous," said Ian Lee, a business professor at Ottawa's Carleton University.

Lee said growing the green economy should be a priority and merited a US-style climate czar "with gravitas and with skill, and who has sharp elbows and is not afraid."

Liberal officials say Public Services and Procurement Minister Anita Anand, who played a major role in obtaining COVID-19 vaccines, is set for a promotion, and Tourism Minister Melanie Joly also might get a more important role.

Anand could replace Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, who has been widely assailed over what critics say has been a lackluster effort to address allegations of sexual assault in the military, two Liberal sources said.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who fell short of a majority in last month's election, will introduce a Cabinet on Tuesday that analysts say should hone in on the fight against climate change.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who fell short of a majority in last month's election, will introduce a Cabinet on Tuesday that analysts say should hone in on the fight against climate change. Trudeau's Liberals gained four seats to 159, but fell short of the 170 needed to pass legislation without the support of an opposition party. Minority governments normally last about two years instead of a full, four-year term. Also Read | In pics: Youths take to streets in Fridays for Future climate protests Trudeau, 49, has promised to spend tens of billions of extra dollars over five years to help the economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. But analysts said Ottawa should narrow its focus and make fighting climate change a clear priority. Peter Donolo, a political strategist at Hill Knowlton who was communications director for Liberal former Prime Minister Jean Chretien, said the campaign had "a very ambitious agenda." "I would simplify it on how to position Canada as a winner in the greener global economy over the longer term, and then on how to ensure that those benefits are shared more equitably," he said by phone. One option Trudeau is considering is a climate portfolio that pulls together some policies normally handled by several ministries, according to one Liberal source. The new Cabinet will be sworn in at 10:30 a.m. (1430 GMT). Trudeau says it will be composed of an equal number of men and women, a pattern he set when first taking office in 2015. Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will keep her job, Trudeau said shortly after the vote, and has begun to reduce COVID-19 support programs as the economy recovers and inflation at an 18-year high. Also Read | US, Canada colluded to provoke trouble, says China after warships sail through Taiwan Strait Last month's vote marked Trudeau's third win as Liberal leader. Unhappiness over his decision to call an early election during the pandemic left him short of a majority. Trudeau's priorities are managing COVID-19, bolstering healthcare, fighting climate change and fostering a green economy, supporting economic growth, delivering national childcare and affordable housing plans, and following through on reconciliation with indigenous Canadians, a separate source with direct knowledge of the Cabinet said. "This is only an 18- to 24-month government, so the idea that you can address all four or five or six or seven of those issues is preposterous," said Ian Lee, a business professor at Ottawa's Carleton University. Lee said growing the green economy should be a priority and merited a US-style climate czar "with gravitas and with skill, and who has sharp elbows and is not afraid." Liberal officials say Public Services and Procurement Minister Anita Anand, who played a major role in obtaining COVID-19 vaccines, is set for a promotion, and Tourism Minister Melanie Joly also might get a more important role. Anand could replace Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, who has been widely assailed over what critics say has been a lackluster effort to address allegations of sexual assault in the military, two Liberal sources said.

Canada's Trudeau to unveil Cabinet amid push to fight climate change

A video of Sikh men using their turban to rescue hikers in Canada has gone viral on social media. Kuljinder Kinda and his group have rescued two hikers from falling into a waterfall; they made a makeshift rope from their turbans to save complete strangers.

Sikhs use their turban to rescue men from falling into a waterfall

8,000 people in a Canadian city have been without drinking water for 3 days. The city's water supplies have been contaminated. The water is not safe for consumption even if its boiled or filtered. The city's mayor has imposed a state of emergency.

Around 8,000 people experience drinking water crisis in Canada

8,000 people in the Canadian city of Iqaluit have been without 'drinking water' for 3 days. The city's water supplies have been contaminated, the water is not safe even if boiled or filtered. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 8,000 people in Canadian city don't have drinking water

The United States will lift restrictions at its land borders with Canada and Mexico for fully vaccinated foreign nationals in early November.

Covid News: United States to lift land border restrictions with Canada & Mexico

Heavens open when they want to bless you. It's just that you have to pray that the blessings don't come in the form of a solid rock just when you are sleeping.

A woman in Canada got the scare&nbsp;of her life as a meteorite crashed through her roof and landed just beside her pillow where her head had been.

The incident took place in British Columbia region of Canada on October 4. While many in Canada were treated to a spectacular sight of meteorites and fireballs in the sky recently, Ruth Hamilton, the woman, will surely have nightmarish memory of the day.

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The sound and crash of the meteorite woke her up with a start. She could feel the debris on her face. She found the remnant of the meteorite, the size of a rock, just next to her pillow on her bed.

Ruth literally escaped death by inches!

That this would be a space rock was not the first thing she would have imagined in her startled state. As per a news report, Ruth called the police in her panicked state. When the officers came, they found out that this was not a case of home invasion. They also ascertained that the rock must not have come from a nearby construction site.

She told the local media that she was so scared, she thought someone had entered her house holding a gun.

Heavens open when they want to bless you. It's just that you have to pray that the blessings don't come in the form of a solid rock just when you are sleeping. A woman in Canada got the scare of her life as a meteorite crashed through her roof and landed just beside her pillow where her head had been.

Heavens open when they want to bless you. It's just that you have to pray that the blessings don't come in the form of a solid rock just when you are sleeping. A woman in Canada got the scare of her life as a meteorite crashed through her roof and landed just beside her pillow where her head had been. The incident took place in British Columbia region of Canada on October 4. While many in Canada were treated to a spectacular sight of meteorites and fireballs in the sky recently, Ruth Hamilton, the woman, will surely have nightmarish memory of the day. Also Read | Scientists catch unexpected radio signals from distant stars The sound and crash of the meteorite woke her up with a start. She could feel the debris on her face. She found the remnant of the meteorite, the size of a rock, just next to her pillow on her bed. Ruth literally escaped death by inches! That this would be a space rock was not the first thing she would have imagined in her startled state. As per a news report, Ruth called the police in her panicked state. When the officers came, they found out that this was not a case of home invasion. They also ascertained that the rock must not have come from a nearby construction site. She told the local media that she was so scared, she thought someone had entered her house holding a gun.

Escaping death by inches: Meteorite crashes into house with a woman sleeping inside

Canada's health industry is now bracing for staff shortages and layoffs, as deadlines for vaccine mandates loom across the country. This comes in when the unions are pushing federal and provincial governments to soften hard-line stances.

In hospitals and nursing homes, a shortage of workers would strain the overburdened workforce which is now dealing with nearly two years of the pandemic.&nbsp;

Devon Greyson, assistant professor of public health at the University of British Columbia said that it is still not clear how the workers will respond.&nbsp;

"A shortage of workers can mean people's health and well being. It's scary," Greyson said.

He added, "We're in an ethical situation where it's also scary not to ensure that all health workers are vaccinated. So it's a bit of a Catch-22."

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau unveiled one of the strictest vaccine mandates in the world last week as he said that unvaccinated federal employees will be sent on unpaid leave.&nbsp;

Also, he made COVID-19 shots mandatory for air, train and ship passengers.

Layoffs have already started to hit. One hospital in southern Ontario last week dumped 57 employees, representing 2.5 per cent of staff after its vaccine mandate came into effect.&nbsp;

A long-term care home in Toronto put 36 per cent of its staff on unpaid leave after they refused to get vaccinated.

Quebec is offering C$15,000 bonuses to help attract and retain about 4,300 full-time nurses. With this, some 25,000 healthcare workers who are yet not fully vaccinated ahead of an October 15 deadline might have to face suspension without pay, said Christian Dubé, the province's health minister.

Alberta has one of the lowest vaccination rates in Canada, and its hospitals have been overwhelmed by the fourth wave.

Canada's health industry is now bracing for staff shortages and layoffs, as deadlines for vaccine mandates loom across the country. This comes in when the unions are pushing federal and provincial governments to soften hard-line stances.

Canada's health industry is now bracing for staff shortages and layoffs, as deadlines for vaccine mandates loom across the country. This comes in when the unions are pushing federal and provincial governments to soften hard-line stances. In hospitals and nursing homes, a shortage of workers would strain the overburdened workforce which is now dealing with nearly two years of the pandemic. Devon Greyson, assistant professor of public health at the University of British Columbia said that it is still not clear how the workers will respond. "A shortage of workers can mean people's health and well being. It's scary," Greyson said. He added, "We're in an ethical situation where it's also scary not to ensure that all health workers are vaccinated. So it's a bit of a Catch-22." Also read | Finally, Canada secures release of two nationals detained in China for three years Prime Minister Justin Trudeau unveiled one of the strictest vaccine mandates in the world last week as he said that unvaccinated federal employees will be sent on unpaid leave. Also, he made COVID-19 shots mandatory for air, train and ship passengers. Layoffs have already started to hit. One hospital in southern Ontario last week dumped 57 employees, representing 2.5 per cent of staff after its vaccine mandate came into effect. A long-term care home in Toronto put 36 per cent of its staff on unpaid leave after they refused to get vaccinated. Quebec is offering C$15,000 bonuses to help attract and retain about 4,300 full-time nurses. With this, some 25,000 healthcare workers who are yet not fully vaccinated ahead of an October 15 deadline might have to face suspension without pay, said Christian Dubé, the province's health minister. Alberta has one of the lowest vaccination rates in Canada, and its hospitals have been overwhelmed by the fourth wave.

Canada: Overworked healthcare sector brace for staff shortages with upcoming vaccine mandates

Canada on Thursday commemorated a century of injustices against its indigenous populations in the first ever National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, following shocking discoveries of hundreds of unmarked graves at former indigenous residential schools.

"It is a day to reflect. It is a day to honour. It is a day to grieve. It is a day to mourn. It is a day to shed tears," Algonquin elder Claudette Commanda told a ceremony in front of parliament attended by thousands.

Gatherings and marches were also held in communities across Canada.

The occasion had been observed unofficially as Orange Shirt Day since 2013 to promote awareness of what a truth and reconciliation commission branded "cultural genocide" of Canada's indigenous peoples.

It was inspired by a former student, Phyllis Webstad, who recounted how at six years old she was stripped of her clothes, including a new orange shirt bought by her grandmother, on her first day of residential schooling.

The government elevated the day to a statutory holiday this year following the announcement of discoveries of more than 1,200 unmarked graves at several former indigenous residential schools since May.

"The tragic locating of unmarked graves at former residential school sites across the country has reminded us of not only the impacts of colonialism and the harsh realities of our collective past, but also the work that is paramount to advancing reconciliation in Canada," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement.

On the eve of this day, he said Canadians must acknowledge the "terrible injustices" committed against the country's indigenous people.

"Until we understand as a country that each one of our stories is all of our story there cannot be truth, there cannot be reconciliation," he said in front of parliament illuminated at night in orange.

On Thursday, messages of support poured in, including from Queen Elizabeth II who said she joins Canadians in reflecting "on the painful history that Indigenous peoples endured in residential schools in Canada, and on the work that remains to heal and to continue to build an inclusive society."

- Losing family and community -

From the late 19th century to the 1990s, some 150,000 First Nations, Metis and Inuit children were forcibly enrolled at the schools across Canada.

Students spent months or years isolated from their families, and were physically and sexually abused by headmasters and teachers who stripped them of their culture and language.

Thousands are believed to have died of disease, malnutrition or neglect. Many more became detached or alienated.

Today, while searches continue for more grave sites, those experiences are blamed for a high incidence of poverty, alcoholism and domestic violence, as well as high suicide rates, in indigenous communities.

"We can all understand what it might feel like to lose a child. We can all understand what it might feel like to lose our parents, families (and) communities," said Jenny Sutherland, whose grandmother went to a residential school.

"This is the space we need to step into today," she urged a crowd dressed in orange and traditional indigenous garments in Ottawa and those watching on television nationwide.

The residential schools set up by Ottawa and run by the Catholic Church were "more than an aggressive assimilation tactic by our government, but an act of war," she commented.

"We as indigenous people are not supposed to be here."

In Montreal, Michelle Martel said she joined a march to commemorate her grandparents and other relatives who attended residential schools, but also "for my children and my grandchildren for reconciliation, so that we can live together in peace one day."

Paul Bode, who is non-native, said he attended the march to show solidarity with indigenous people because "I continue to benefit from what has been produced by this injustice" -- in reference to lands taken from tribes for settlement by colonisers.

Last week, the Catholic Church apologized "unequivocally" for abuses at the schools and acknowledged "the historical and ongoing trauma" inflicted on indigenous peoples.

Indigenous leaders, however, are still awaiting a mea culpa from Pope Francis himself, as well as the release of school records.

Marie-Pierre Bousquet, an indigenous studies professor at the University of Montreal, told AFP: "It's important that this story not just be an indigenous story, but one that is shared by all."

"This is a time of coming together for the entire Canadian population" to reflect on the past and "show solidarity in moving towards reconciliation," she said.

Canada on Thursday commemorated a century of injustices against its indigenous populations in the first ever National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, following shocking discoveries of hundreds of unmarked graves at former indigenous residential schools.

Canada on Thursday commemorated a century of injustices against its indigenous populations in the first ever National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, following shocking discoveries of hundreds of unmarked graves at former indigenous residential schools. "It is a day to reflect. It is a day to honour. It is a day to grieve. It is a day to mourn. It is a day to shed tears," Algonquin elder Claudette Commanda told a ceremony in front of parliament attended by thousands. Gatherings and marches were also held in communities across Canada. The occasion had been observed unofficially as Orange Shirt Day since 2013 to promote awareness of what a truth and reconciliation commission branded "cultural genocide" of Canada's indigenous peoples. It was inspired by a former student, Phyllis Webstad, who recounted how at six years old she was stripped of her clothes, including a new orange shirt bought by her grandmother, on her first day of residential schooling. The government elevated the day to a statutory holiday this year following the announcement of discoveries of more than 1,200 unmarked graves at several former indigenous residential schools since May. "The tragic locating of unmarked graves at former residential school sites across the country has reminded us of not only the impacts of colonialism and the harsh realities of our collective past, but also the work that is paramount to advancing reconciliation in Canada," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement. On the eve of this day, he said Canadians must acknowledge the "terrible injustices" committed against the country's indigenous people. "Until we understand as a country that each one of our stories is all of our story there cannot be truth, there cannot be reconciliation," he said in front of parliament illuminated at night in orange. On Thursday, messages of support poured in, including from Queen Elizabeth II who said she joins Canadians in reflecting "on the painful history that Indigenous peoples endured in residential schools in Canada, and on the work that remains to heal and to continue to build an inclusive society." - Losing family and community - From the late 19th century to the 1990s, some 150,000 First Nations, Metis and Inuit children were forcibly enrolled at the schools across Canada. Students spent months or years isolated from their families, and were physically and sexually abused by headmasters and teachers who stripped them of their culture and language. Thousands are believed to have died of disease, malnutrition or neglect. Many more became detached or alienated. Today, while searches continue for more grave sites, those experiences are blamed for a high incidence of poverty, alcoholism and domestic violence, as well as high suicide rates, in indigenous communities. "We can all understand what it might feel like to lose a child. We can all understand what it might feel like to lose our parents, families (and) communities," said Jenny Sutherland, whose grandmother went to a residential school. "This is the space we need to step into today," she urged a crowd dressed in orange and traditional indigenous garments in Ottawa and those watching on television nationwide. The residential schools set up by Ottawa and run by the Catholic Church were "more than an aggressive assimilation tactic by our government, but an act of war," she commented. "We as indigenous people are not supposed to be here." In Montreal, Michelle Martel said she joined a march to commemorate her grandparents and other relatives who attended residential schools, but also "for my children and my grandchildren for reconciliation, so that we can live together in peace one day." Paul Bode, who is non-native, said he attended the march to show solidarity with indigenous people because "I continue to benefit from what has been produced by this injustice" -- in reference to lands taken from tribes for settlement by colonisers. Last week, the Catholic Church apologized "unequivocally" for abuses at the schools and acknowledged "the historical and ongoing trauma" inflicted on indigenous peoples. Indigenous leaders, however, are still awaiting a mea culpa from Pope Francis himself, as well as the release of school records. Marie-Pierre Bousquet, an indigenous studies professor at the University of Montreal, told AFP: "It's important that this story not just be an indigenous story, but one that is shared by all." "This is a time of coming together for the entire Canadian population" to reflect on the past and "show solidarity in moving towards reconciliation," she said.

Canada remembers horrors inflicted on indigenous peoples

Canadian Federal Court on Wednesday upheld a ruling that ordered Canada government to compensate indigenous children for suffering discrimination.&nbsp;

In 2016, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruled that less funds had been allocated for child and family services of indigenous people than for non-indigenous people. The tribunal observed that this pushed more indigenous children into foster care.

The follow-up order of the tribunal was appealed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government. The order said that government should pay each affected child USD 31,500. This is the maximum allowed compensation under Canadian Human Rights Act. With some exceptions, parents and grandparents of the children were also eligible for compensation.

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The tribunal's ruling could cost the federal government billions of dollars.

Federal Court Justice Paul Favel rejected the government's appeal and encouraged the two parties to continue negotiating.

"The parties must decide whether they will continue to sit beside the trail or move forward in this spirit of reconciliation," Favel wrote, referring to an indigenous parable about a man who sits beside a trail for so long that it grows over and he loses his way.

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Trudeau's government could appeal the court's decision. His government has argued in the past that although the human rights tribunal was correct in finding discrimination in the system, it overreached by ordering compensation.

The government is reviewing the decision and more information "will be forthcoming," Marc Miller, minister for indigenous services, said in an emailed statement.

"Canada remains committed to compensating First Nations children who were removed from their families and communities," he added.

Cindy Blackstock, executive director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society that brought the original complaint, said the ruling was "a complete rejection of all the government’s spurious arguments, and a complete win for kids."

(With inputs from agencies)

Canadian Federal Court on Wednesday upheld a ruling that ordered Canada government to compensate indigenous children for suffering discrimination. In 2016, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruled that less funds had been allocated for child and family services of indigenous people than for non-indigenous people.

Canadian Federal Court on Wednesday upheld a ruling that ordered Canada government to compensate indigenous children for suffering discrimination. In 2016, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruled that less funds had been allocated for child and family services of indigenous people than for non-indigenous people. The tribunal observed that this pushed more indigenous children into foster care. The follow-up order of the tribunal was appealed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government. The order said that government should pay each affected child USD 31,500. This is the maximum allowed compensation under Canadian Human Rights Act. With some exceptions, parents and grandparents of the children were also eligible for compensation. Also Read | 35 of 39 trapped at Canada mine finally make it to surface The tribunal's ruling could cost the federal government billions of dollars. Federal Court Justice Paul Favel rejected the government's appeal and encouraged the two parties to continue negotiating. "The parties must decide whether they will continue to sit beside the trail or move forward in this spirit of reconciliation," Favel wrote, referring to an indigenous parable about a man who sits beside a trail for so long that it grows over and he loses his way. Also Read | Canada: Catholic Church apologises 'unequivocally' for indigenous people abuse in schools Trudeau's government could appeal the court's decision. His government has argued in the past that although the human rights tribunal was correct in finding discrimination in the system, it overreached by ordering compensation. The government is reviewing the decision and more information "will be forthcoming," Marc Miller, minister for indigenous services, said in an emailed statement. "Canada remains committed to compensating First Nations children who were removed from their families and communities," he added. Cindy Blackstock, executive director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society that brought the original complaint, said the ruling was "a complete rejection of all the government’s spurious arguments, and a complete win for kids." (With inputs from agencies)

Compensation to indigenous children may cost Canada billions

After ascending about 4,000ft, 35 of 39 miners, who were trapped at a mine in Ontario, Canada, have finally made it to the surface. They had a grueling half-day climb. &nbsp;

On the detachment of a scoop bucket and blocking of the main transport shaft at Totten mine, in Sudbury, these miners had got trapped deep underground on Sunday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The miners were forced to scale the network of ladders in secondary shafts. They only got the chance to rest after every 100 metres. &nbsp;

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Pascal Boucher, a local union coordinator, told the Sudbury Star, “Everyone has a different physical ability.” &nbsp;&nbsp;

The rescue operation is still underway. “We have older senior employees and much younger employees, who could probably climb it faster,” added Boucher. &nbsp;

Although they were trapped for over 35 hours, the miners had access to water, food and medicine, as per Vale, the Brazilian multinational company, which owns the mine.

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They were also able to call family and loved ones. &nbsp;

In a statement, Vale official Gord Gilpin said the company was “relieved and delighted to see these individuals returning to surface safe and sound” after the climb. &nbsp;&nbsp;

“There is no doubt this was and continues to be an exhausting experience. I commend them on their patience and their resolve,” Gilpin added. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

After ascending about 4,000ft, 35 of 39 miners, who were trapped at a mine in Ontario, Canada, have finally made it to the surface. They had a grueling half-day climb.

After ascending about 4,000ft, 35 of 39 miners, who were trapped at a mine in Ontario, Canada, have finally made it to the surface. They had a grueling half-day climb. On the detachment of a scoop bucket and blocking of the main transport shaft at Totten mine, in Sudbury, these miners had got trapped deep underground on Sunday. The miners were forced to scale the network of ladders in secondary shafts. They only got the chance to rest after every 100 metres. Also Read: In a deal, Aboriginal owners get back world's oldest tropical rainforest Pascal Boucher, a local union coordinator, told the Sudbury Star, “Everyone has a different physical ability.” The rescue operation is still underway. “We have older senior employees and much younger employees, who could probably climb it faster,” added Boucher. Although they were trapped for over 35 hours, the miners had access to water, food and medicine, as per Vale, the Brazilian multinational company, which owns the mine. Also Read: Canaries volcano lava reaches sea, raising toxic gas fears They were also able to call family and loved ones. In a statement, Vale official Gord Gilpin said the company was “relieved and delighted to see these individuals returning to surface safe and sound” after the climb. “There is no doubt this was and continues to be an exhausting experience. I commend them on their patience and their resolve,” Gilpin added. (With inputs from agencies)

35 of 39 trapped at Canada mine finally make it to surface

After more than five months, Canada has finally lifted the ban on direct passenger flights from India. The ban was imposed in April this year when the second wave of COVID-19 swept India.&nbsp;

Air Canada is likely to operate the first direct flight between the two countries on Monday, whereas Air India will resume services on September 30.

The ban was lifted after test results of passengers who flew to Canada from New Delhi aboard three Air Canada flights came out to be negative.

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“Travellers must have proof of a negative Covid-19 molecular test (RT-PCR) from the approved Genestrings laboratory at the Delhi airport, taken within 18 hours of the scheduled departure of their direct flight to Canada,” it added. They will have to “present the test report with a QR code issued by this laboratory to the air operator before boarding,” an updated travel advisory from the Canadian government stated.

It further said that those who “have previously tested positive for Covid-19 can present a positive molecular test report issued by a certified laboratory in India. The date of collection must be between 14 and 180 days before their scheduled departure to Canada."

“Airlines will refuse boarding to any traveller who’s unable to meet these requirements,” it added.

After more than five months, Canada has finally lifted the ban on direct passenger flights from India. The ban was imposed in April this year when the second wave of COVID-19 swept India.

After more than five months, Canada has finally lifted the ban on direct passenger flights from India. The ban was imposed in April this year when the second wave of COVID-19 swept India. Air Canada is likely to operate the first direct flight between the two countries on Monday, whereas Air India will resume services on September 30. The ban was lifted after test results of passengers who flew to Canada from New Delhi aboard three Air Canada flights came out to be negative. Also read | New York prepares for staff shortages as it prepares to enforce its COVID-19 vaccination deadline “Travellers must have proof of a negative Covid-19 molecular test (RT-PCR) from the approved Genestrings laboratory at the Delhi airport, taken within 18 hours of the scheduled departure of their direct flight to Canada,” it added. They will have to “present the test report with a QR code issued by this laboratory to the air operator before boarding,” an updated travel advisory from the Canadian government stated. It further said that those who “have previously tested positive for Covid-19 can present a positive molecular test report issued by a certified laboratory in India. The date of collection must be between 14 and 180 days before their scheduled departure to Canada." “Airlines will refuse boarding to any traveller who’s unable to meet these requirements,” it added.

India-Canada direct flights to resume from Monday

Ending three years of diplomatic disputes and legal wranglings involving the US, Canada and China, Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou finally landed in Shenzhen after reportedly reaching an agreement with prosecutors to end what has been described as “hostage diplomacy”.

Her release and return came hours after two Canadians — former diplomat Michael Kovrig and businessman Michael Spavor, who were arrested shortly after Meng was taken into custody in December 2018 in Canada at US request over a bank fraud case—were released from jails in China.

Wanzhou, the 49-year-old daughter of Ren Zhengfei, the billionaire founder of Chinese telecom&nbsp;giant Huawei, was granted release in a Vancouver court hearing after three years of house arrest in Canada while fighting extradition to the United States.

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Wanzhou arrived on Saturday evening aboard a chartered jet provided by flag carrier Air China in the southern technology hub of Shenzhen, where Huawei is based.

She received a red-carpet welcome home as Huawei employees waited on the airport tarmac waving Chinese flags, according to live feed on state broadcaster CCTV.

“Being an ordinary citizen, I could not have secured my freedom without the support of my beloved country, and the love of the Chinese people,” Meng told supporters from the tarmac.

Earlier, the two detained Canadians — who were held in China for more than 1,000 days— arrived in Calgary, western Canada on Saturday, and were shown on TV being greeted and hugged by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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Wanzhou was arrested at Vancouver International Airport in December 2018 on a US warrant and was indicted on bank fraud charges for allegedly misleading HSBC in 2013 about the telecommunications equipment giant’s business dealings in Iran.

Her arrest sparked a diplomatic storm and drew Canada into the fray when China arrested Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig.

Beijing has denied publicly that the arrests are linked.

(With inputs from agencies)

Ending three years of diplomatic disputes and legal wranglings involving the US, Canada and China, Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou finally landed in Shenzhen after reportedly reaching an agreement with prosecutors to end what has been described as “hostage diplomacy”.

Ending three years of diplomatic disputes and legal wranglings involving the US, Canada and China, Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou finally landed in Shenzhen after reportedly reaching an agreement with prosecutors to end what has been described as “hostage diplomacy”. Her release and return came hours after two Canadians — former diplomat Michael Kovrig and businessman Michael Spavor, who were arrested shortly after Meng was taken into custody in December 2018 in Canada at US request over a bank fraud case—were released from jails in China. Wanzhou, the 49-year-old daughter of Ren Zhengfei, the billionaire founder of Chinese telecom giant Huawei, was granted release in a Vancouver court hearing after three years of house arrest in Canada while fighting extradition to the United States. Also read | Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou free to leave Canada, judge rules Wanzhou arrived on Saturday evening aboard a chartered jet provided by flag carrier Air China in the southern technology hub of Shenzhen, where Huawei is based. She received a red-carpet welcome home as Huawei employees waited on the airport tarmac waving Chinese flags, according to live feed on state broadcaster CCTV. “Being an ordinary citizen, I could not have secured my freedom without the support of my beloved country, and the love of the Chinese people,” Meng told supporters from the tarmac. Earlier, the two detained Canadians — who were held in China for more than 1,000 days— arrived in Calgary, western Canada on Saturday, and were shown on TV being greeted and hugged by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Also read | Huawei founder says US underestimates company, 'can't be isolated' Wanzhou was arrested at Vancouver International Airport in December 2018 on a US warrant and was indicted on bank fraud charges for allegedly misleading HSBC in 2013 about the telecommunications equipment giant’s business dealings in Iran. Her arrest sparked a diplomatic storm and drew Canada into the fray when China arrested Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig. Beijing has denied publicly that the arrests are linked. (With inputs from agencies)

All is well that ends well? Huawei executive back in China, 2 Canadians return after legal-diplomatic row

In what could bring a sigh of relief, two Canadians, who were detained by China for nearly three years, have been released by the country, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Friday. &nbsp;

Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor have boarded a plane, which is headed for Canada at about 7.30 pm ET on Friday, and would land in Canada on Saturday, the PM said. &nbsp;

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At a press briefing, Trudeau said, "These two men have gone through an unbelievably difficult ordeal for the past 1,000 days, they have shown strength, perseverance and grace and we are all inspired by that.” &nbsp;

In 2018, China detained businessman Spavor and former diplomat Kovrig on espionage charges shortly after the arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on a US warrant related to the company's dealings in Iran. &nbsp;

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The PM did not discuss details about how the release was made possible but thanked Canadian allies for their support. &nbsp;

Although it may be clearly evident, China has been consistently denying that the cases were in any way related. &nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou has also been freed from all charges by a Canadian judge.

British Columbia Supreme Court Associate Chief Justice Heather Holmes announced that the Huawei Technologies’ chief financial officer, Meng Wanzhou should be allowed to return to China. The judge has also ordered the authorities to lift her bail conditions immediately. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In what could bring a sigh of relief, two Canadians, who were detained by China for nearly three years, have been released by the country, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Friday.

In what could bring a sigh of relief, two Canadians, who were detained by China for nearly three years, have been released by the country, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Friday. Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor have boarded a plane, which is headed for Canada at about 7.30 pm ET on Friday, and would land in Canada on Saturday, the PM said. Watch: × At a press briefing, Trudeau said, "These two men have gone through an unbelievably difficult ordeal for the past 1,000 days, they have shown strength, perseverance and grace and we are all inspired by that.” In 2018, China detained businessman Spavor and former diplomat Kovrig on espionage charges shortly after the arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou on a US warrant related to the company's dealings in Iran. Also Read | Canada: Catholic Church apologises 'unequivocally' for indigenous people abuse in schools The PM did not discuss details about how the release was made possible but thanked Canadian allies for their support. Although it may be clearly evident, China has been consistently denying that the cases were in any way related. Also Read: Hong Kong Is holding elections. It wants them to look real. Meanwhile, Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou has also been freed from all charges by a Canadian judge. British Columbia Supreme Court Associate Chief Justice Heather Holmes announced that the Huawei Technologies’ chief financial officer, Meng Wanzhou should be allowed to return to China. The judge has also ordered the authorities to lift her bail conditions immediately. (With inputs from agencies)

Finally, Canada secures release of two nationals detained in China for three years

In a historic judgment, Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou has been freed from all charges by a Canadian judge. Watch this report for more details.

Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou free to leave Canada, judge rules

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