Car thefts in Canada are down after a spike in recent years. The non-profit organization Equit Association reports that SUVs were the most stolen vehicles in the country in 2023. The Toyota Highlander topped the list with 3,413 thefts last year. The 2021 Highlander models were the most stolen. The Equit Association also said that the Toyota Highlander's high resale value, both domestically and internationally, is what makes it a favorite among thieves.

The Dodge Ram 1500 series truck came in second place with 3,078 thefts last year. The Lexus RX series was third with 3,037 vehicles stolen, the Honda CR-V was fourth, and another Toyota SUV, the RAV4, was fifth.

Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada in 2023

Toyota Highlander (2021)
Dodge Ram 1500 Series (2022)
Lexus RX Series (2022)
Honda CR-V (2021)
Toyota RAV4 (2021)
Honda Civic (2019)
Jeep Wrangler (2021)
Land Rover Range Rover Series (2020)
Chevrolet/GMC Suburburn/Yukon/Tahoe Series (2023)
Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series (2006)

 

 

Immigrants arriving in Canada are leaving the country and migrating to other countries, according to a report prepared jointly by the Institute for Canadian Citizenship and the Conference Board of Canada. At the same time, the report found that one in five immigrants leave Canada within 25 years of arriving in Canada. At the same time, the report also found that one in three leave Canada within the first five years. The report calls on the government to formulate plans to encourage more people to stay in Canada.

The report found that economic immigrants are the most likely to leave Canada, while refugees are the least likely to leave the country. The report also states that some of those who avoided Canada returned to their home countries, while others chose other countries.

 

 

Canadians are concerned about increasing immigration, a new survey has found. More than 20 per cent believe immigration is the cause of the country's economic hardship. The survey was conducted by the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

Canadians have accused the government of paying too much attention to new citizens and refugees. The survey also found that refugees receive too many benefits. The survey assessed that public sentiment against immigration is rising compared to previous years. The survey was conducted after Ottawa announced significant changes to immigration policies. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently admitted that the government could have acted faster to reduce immigration.

 

 

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has faced a lot of criticism for his Canadian citizenship. Akshay Kumar has renounced his Canadian citizenship and is now officially an Indian citizen. The actor is discussing Canadian citizenship amid a diplomatic row between India and Canada. He explained that he acquired Canadian citizenship at a very challenging time when his films were not doing well and failing. He tried to work in cargo in Canada. But after some of his films started becoming successful, he said that India is his home base.

"Despite his Canadian citizenship, he always had a deep connection with India. "I will always be an Indian from my heart and soul," he says. That is how Akshay Kumar decided to give up his Canadian citizenship and become an Indian citizen. Akshay Kumar shared that he had applied for Indian citizenship long before the time of the pandemic, but was able to get citizenship and got an Indian passport only last year.

 

 

Two children's hospitals in Montreal are urging parents to avoid bringing their children to emergency rooms as much as possible for non-emergency situations as the number of patients increases daily. The hospital managements of CHU Saint-Justine and Montreal Children's Hospital (MCH) said in a news release that emergency rooms are under pressure due to the increase in the number of sick people arriving at hospitals due to viral infections and respiratory infections.

No child in need of medical attention will be neglected. However, if children with cold, flu, gastroenteritis and mild symptoms arrive at the emergency room, they may have to wait several hours to see a doctor, CHU St. Justin Medical Chief Dr. Antonio D'Angelo said. MCH Emergency Director Dr. Harley Esman announced. He added that children who are not seriously ill or otherwise injured may consider other options, such as calling 8-1-1 or visiting walk-in clinics.

 

Alberta government launches new online portal to reduce housing delays The new system is also to avoid some obstacles in the law.

Build Alberta CEO Scott Fash said the portal will help resolve issues related to the permit process and building code. Fash said the delay in obtaining many permits has increased the cost of construction by about 10 percent. He also said that the works to be completed in one month are taking six months to eight months. Skyrocketing housing prices in Calgary are causing many renters to give up on their dream of owning a home.

According to a survey by Habitat for Humanity, owning a home has become a luxury for 84 percent of Canadians. 88 percent of renters worry that they may not own a home in the future. Calgary officials say the city's growing housing crisis is also affecting average rental prices. ACORN Canada is constantly calling on the government to do more to address the cost of rent. The organization also organized a Calgary chapter rally to demand a cap on rental prices. There has been a 20 to 50 percent rent hike here in the recent past

 

 

Indian immigration to Canada is going on in a big way. There are many Indians who have immigrated to Canada from India many years ago and established their roots. Today many of them are very rich. Let's meet some of the richest Indians in Canada.

Bill Malhotra, 75, is one of the richest Indians currently living in Canada. According to Forbes magazine, his real-time net worth is $2.1 billion (roughly Rs. 176,467,101,300). As of October 16, he is ranked 1620 on the Forbes list of billionaires. He is the founder and CEO of Claridge Homes. He is known as the Condo King in Canada.

After Malhotra, 74-year-old V. Prem Watsa. Watsa's net worth is around two billion dollars. He is 1702 in the ranking. He founded Fairfax Financial Holdings, a Toronto-based financial services firm, in 1985 and remains chairman and CEO.

 

 

Former British Columbia Premier John Horgan has died. He was undergoing treatment for cancer. He was 65 years old. His family has officially released the death information. He died at the BC Cancer Centre, Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria.

Horgan was one of the most popular premiers in British Columbia's history. Often his popularity ratings were above 60 percent. John Horgan served as Premier of BC from July 2017 to October 21, 2022. Horgan emerged as a leader of national importance in the 2017 election. Horgan and the NDP won 41 of B.C.'s 87 seats to form government. He brought many schemes that were very beneficial to the people in the first quarter of his administration. It was during his tenure that medical service premium plan fees were waived and tolls on two Metro Vancouver bridges were abolished. Apart from this, he initiated various social welfare schemes. He was also highly appreciated for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Horgan was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2021 while serving as premier. Following this, he resigned as Prime Minister in 2022. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau offered his condolences on Horgan's death. Justin Trudeau said Horgan was a leader who led BC through its most challenging times.

 

 

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has issued a 72-hour strike notice to Canada Post. In a statement, the union said it would go on legal strike from Friday if a settlement is not reached after negotiations with the employees.

The demands put forward by the union should be resolved through negotiations. The latest labor agreement tabled by Canada Post offers an 11.5 per cent annual wage increase. Apart from this, the contract also includes pension benefits for current employees and other occupational safety and health benefits. But this proposal was rejected by the union. The union wants more benefits. The Canada Post union has been told that existing contracts will no longer apply as of Friday unless new agreements are reached.

 

Canada plans to strengthen security and controls at the country's borders when Donald Trump is about to come to power in the United States. The Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland gave hints about this. She said the government will focus more on Canada's borders.

Chrystia Freeland also stated that it is very important for Canada to control its own border. It is expected that when Trump comes to power, there may be more immigrants from the United States to other countries. The number of immigrants has increased significantly during Trump's first administration. After Donald Trump won the American election, there were reports that more people from the United States are trying to immigrate to Canada. As part of this, the reports that came out in the last few days said that most of the people searched on Google for Move to Canada. The Government of Canada is closely monitoring such situations. Canada's new project will be based on this

 

 

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has openly admitted the presence of Khalistan separatists in Canada amid India-Canada diplomatic disputes. Trudeau's revelation vindicates India's claims that the Canadian government is harboring Sikh separatists. Trudeau's statement was that there are Khalistanists in Canada, but they do not represent the country's Sikh community as a whole. Trudeau also said that there are Hindus who support Narendra Modi in the country. But Trudeau added that they do not represent the Hindu community as a whole.

 

The federal government has ordered social media platform TikTok to cease business in Canada following a national security review. But the government said it will allow people to continue using the popular social media application. The order was issued by Innovation and Science Minister François-Philippe Champagne after a lengthy review of security concerns about TikTok and its Chinese owner ByteDance. The minister clarified that the decision was based on the information and evidence gathered during the review. The minister added that the government will not block Canadians' access to, or content creation of, TikTok.

The government has not specified when TikTok will end business in Canada. TikTok has multiple offices in Toronto and Vancouver. But the activity is smaller in Canada than in the United States. The government pointed out that although the activity is small, it is a threat to national security. Meanwhile, a TikTok spokesperson told the media that the company will challenge the Canadian government's order in court.

 

Melbourne: Australia to clamp down on social media use by children aged 16 and under. The government has initiated measures to ban social media for children of this age. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a press conference that social media is harming children and that the necessary steps have been taken to ensure that the law comes into force after a year.

The Prime Minister clarified that even if there is consent of the parents, no relaxation will be given under the law. Social media platforms will be responsible for demonstrating that they are taking the necessary steps to prevent children from accessing social media. He clarified that neither the parents nor the children will ever be held responsible in this regard. Anthony Albanese shared these things by referring to the age limit for buying alcohol.

The Australian government has previously discussed introducing legislation to ban children from using social media by the end of the year. After the completion of the verification technology trial, the government will take further steps in this regard. Once the government directive is received, the social media giants will have to introduce an age limit in the case of children.

 

 

Landlord scammed by e-transfer interception in Brampton. Jai Walia, owner of two units, said the two e-transfers he was supposed to receive were blocked by fraudsters before they reached his account. The incident happened with tenants being asked to pay rent using e-transfers. The rent was paid for the month of September. $2000 and $2500 were paid by the tenants through e-transfer. Walia realized that the money was sent but not received in her bank account. Walia said that a subsequent investigation revealed that his e-mail account had been hacked and that he was a victim of the Interac e-transfer interception fraud.

Walia said that he does not use autodeposit and uses security issues instead. The criminals allegedly used Walia's e-mail to open a bank account and set up auto deposits. So the money sent to Walia was automatically going to the scammer's account. In the incident, one of Walia's tenants got a refund and paid the rent. But the crooks stole $2,000 from the second tenant.

To prevent Interac e-Transfer fraud, cyber experts say turn on AutoDeposit, which they say is safe and convenient. AutoDeposit helps protect against email fraud. This way it is possible to confirm that the transactions have been sent to the original recipient and that the money has been deposited without any security questions.

 

Ottawa: A woman of Indian origin was found dead in a walk-in oven in the bakery department of a Wal-Mart store in Canada. The Wal-Mart employee alleged that the incident was not an accident and that 19-year-old Gursimran Kaur was being dragged into the oven by another person. Colleague Chris Breezy made the revelation. On October 19, Gursimran Kaur was found dead in an appliance at a supermarket in Halifax.

Kaur, who had been working at the shop for the past two years, was found burnt to death by her mother. Although the investigation was started, the police could not solve the mystery behind the incident. Breezy said the oven he used while working at Walmart was turned on from the outside and the door handle was too difficult to open, The Mirror reported.

 

It found that Canada is warming twice as fast as the global average. The findings are contained in a study by Environment and Climate Change Canada [ECCC]. The country is getting hotter every summer. Environment and Climate Change Canada explains that the reason for this is climate change caused by human intervention in nature.

Warming spring and summer seasons are leading to earlier snowmelt, dangerous heat waves, and wildfires. The ECCC examined 37 heat waves in Canada last June through September. It is clear from the study that climate change caused by human intervention has influenced these heat waves. The ECCC warns that such climate changes can lead to severe consequences ranging from loss of production to loss of life

 

As Halloween approaches, drug-laced products resembling popular chocolates and candies are rampant in the market, police warn. The police also stated that such products have been widely seized from many places.

Two dispensaries in Port Alberni and Landsville were found to be in possession of such products during inspections. These products have been seized from five homes linked to a criminal gang that distributes illegal drugs and tobacco on Vancouver Island. Six people were arrested in this connection. RCMP Chief Superintendent Stephen Lee warned that such food items made in unsanitary conditions could cause serious health problems. He also advised parents to exercise extreme caution as dangerous products may be used carelessly by children.

 

The Ontario government has announced a rebate of $200 to taxpayers. This will be implemented from the beginning of next year. The rebate has been announced as a relief against the rising cost of living. This was announced by Premier Doug Ford along with Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvi.

Both said that as part of the new decision, each eligible child will be given an additional $200. Through this, a total of 12.5 million adults and 2.5 million children will get the rebate. The government expects to spend about three billion dollars. Rebate is available to all taxpayers irrespective of income. The reaction of the opposition parties to the new announcement was that it was a fraud ahead of the elections.

 

As the holidays are approaching, postal workers in Canada are tipped to go on strike. Unions stand that if there is no favorable decision in the discussion, they will go on strike from November 3rd.

Labor unions have been negotiating with Canada Post for the past year over better wages, health benefits, and paid rest periods. But the unions allege that there is no progress in the talks. A busy holiday season is ahead. Canada Post, which is facing a major financial crisis, is also facing stiff competition from e-commerce and delivery companies. If employees go on strike in this situation, it could have serious consequences for businesses and individuals who rely on mail services.
If there is a strike, the position of the government is also decisive. Last August, the government had ordered the railway employees who had gone on strike to return to work.

 

Statistics Canada reports that Gujarati is the third most spoken language among Indian immigrants in Canada. About 87,900 Gujarati-speaking immigrants have settled in Canada since 1980. Figures indicate that 26 percent of them arrived in the country between 2016 and 2021. According to reports, there are 22,935 Gujarati-speaking immigrants in Canada.

Punjabi and Hindi are the most spoken languages in Canada. According to the latest reports, the number of Punjabi speakers is 75,475 and the number of Hindi speakers is 35,170.

 

 

13% HST will now be payable on short-term rental properties for sale. This important ruling was issued by the Tax Court of Canada. This tax applies to any residence that is regularly rented out short-term on sites like Airbnb and Vrbo. The court's ruling is in a case filed by a condo owner in Ottawa

This tax is levied on the total cost of the house. With this, the homeowners will have to pay tens of thousands of dollars in taxes. Residential home sales are generally exempt from HST. So the new ruling will affect people who buy houses as an investment and rent them out for short periods.

 

Experts say that the increase in car theft in Canada is due to lack of security systems. Experts also point out that Canadian cars have less security features compared to foreign countries including the UK. They also say that this is the reason for the increase in car theft in the country.

Systems such as tilt sensor, intrusion sensor and double locking are common in UK cars. But models with these systems are rare in Canada. The last time anti-theft norms were revised in the country was in 2007. Car thefts also decreased significantly that year. So there is a need to revise the standards again. Transport Minister Anita Anand said that when the matter was brought to our attention, it would be done immediately. Anita Anand stated that it will take time to change the rules, but it is aimed to implement it as soon as possible.

 

Looking to find a great job in Canada? So get ready in November. There are several job fairs held in Vancouver and the surrounding areas during the month of November. Many companies from different sectors are participating in the job fair.

Fairs like Vancouver Career Fair and Training Expo, Surrey Education and Career Fair, Vancouver South Job Fair, Fall Hiring Event, Surrey Hiring and Post Secondary Education Expo, Women in AI-BC Career Fair will be held. Those who are interested to participate in the fair can register and participate.

 

A 19-year-old came to Canada with big dreams. That's how friends and loved ones remember Gursimran Kaur. But all the close ones are completely shaken by the tragic death of Gursimran which was completely unexpected.

Gursimran was found dead at work last Saturday. Gursimran and Mata worked at a Wal-Mart store in Halifax. Gursimran was found dead in an oven in the bakery section of the store. The mother saw the body first. Gursimran and Mata came to Canada from the UK three years ago. Gursimran's father and brother are still in India.

The police are still investigating the incident. Police officials said that the case is full of complexities and it is difficult to say when the investigation will be completed. The police have also advised not to spread unnecessary speculations about the incident. The store has been closed following the incident.

 

Millions of people still struggle to access primary care in Canada despite increased surgical facilities, according to a new report from the Canadian Institutes of Health Information. 83 percent of the country's adults have regular access to primary health care facilities. But the report also says that there are about 5.4 million senior citizens in the country who do not get these facilities.

Ontario has the largest number of primary care facilities. Least of all in Nunavut. Treatments including surgery were delayed during covid. But such problems have been resolved and the treatment facilities including surgery are similar to the pre-Covid/ new report.

 

 

The federal government is about to make changes to Canada's immigration system. The government announced the new plan amid calls from 30 Liberal MPs for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign. Reports indicate that several new measures will be in place in the coming years, including a reduction in the number of permanent residents Canada accepts and changes to temporary immigration streams.

Canada plans to accept 500,000 permanent residents by 2025. The target is to maintain a similar number in 2026. The number of permanent resident admissions has increased by 59 per cent on an annual basis since the Liberal government first came to power.

 

 

Canada has also become one of the countries with the highest number of youth vaping in the world. Although Canada has taken steps to discourage youth from vaping, Canada has one of the highest rates of vaping use in the world. Now, new studies reveal that vaping increases the risk among young adults. New studies have found that vaping at a young age increases the risk of heart disease later in life, especially in men. The study was conducted by researchers at the Research Institute at McGill University Health Center in collaboration with staff at the Lady David Institute for Medical Research (LDI). For the study, vaping products popular among teenagers were studied and their effects tested in the laboratory.

The study was conducted in two phases. The first study, BMJ Open Respiratory Research, found that even short-term use of e-cigarettes can cause severe lung damage. The study observed changes in metabolism, detoxification and lipid signaling pathways, the researchers said. Some of these are linked to an increased risk of heart disease, the researchers said.

A second study, published in the journal Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, found that e-cigarette aerosols caused less inflammation in the lungs. Prolonged daily exposure to tobacco-flavored vape products can lead to increased cholesterol levels and plaque buildup in the heart and blood vessels. In both studies, lung and heart changes were found predominantly in males. This suggests that vaping affects men significantly. The study's findings raise concerns about the future health of young people who currently use vaping heavily, the researchers said.

 

 

Southern BC region is currently experiencing neutral temperatures. But weather watchers have said that the La Nina phenomenon will soon arrive in the region and there may be changes in temperature by next month. Trevor Smith, a meteorologist at Environment Canada, said the winter season will be bitterly cold and the La Nina phenomenon is expected to last throughout the winter season.

Winter falls in December and January. Later, by the time of spring season, the cold will gradually decrease, he pointed out. A La Niña winter means snow at lower elevations, cold air outbreaks, and heavy snowfall at higher elevations.

La Nina will bring favorable weather to Vancouver's North Shore mountains. Smith added that this will be a stronger El Nino than last year.

 

 

Honda has recalled more than 7 lakh vehicles because the fuel pump burst due to high pressure and there is a risk of fuel leakage and fire. This is the second time in the month of October that Honda vehicles have been recalled due to a defect. The 2023-24 model year Accord and Accord Hybrid, Civic, Civic Hybrid 2025 and CR-V Hybrid 2023-2025 models are being recalled. In early October, Honda recalled 1.7 lakh vehicles after it was found to have steering problems.

From February 2023 to September 2024, Honda reported no deaths or injuries related to the fuel leak issue. The company also stated that the dealers will check the faulty fuel pump and replace it free of charge. For more information contact the company at 1-888-234-2138.

 

 

A 13-bedroom, one-story home for sale in Calgary has come under fire from many people on social media.

Located at 167 Whittaker Close NE, the single-story home with just 1,108 square feet of living space is advertised as having 13 bedrooms.
Listed at $500,000, the house has six bedrooms on the main floor and seven bedrooms in the basement. No photos of the interior are listed in the advertisement. Many rooms have minimal living space. The smallest room is only 57 square feet. The ad has received a lot of hateful comments on Reddit. Many asked about its exploitative nature. The size of the rooms shocked many. People even asked if these were bedrooms for ants. Another user took to social media to say that this is extremely disgusting and predatory. Some have compared the bedroom to a prison cell.

Others have questioned the legality of the property, questioning how the 13 bedrooms meet building safety codes. Is the home legally zoned for occupancy? Does it meet fire code? The questions go on and on. Anyway, this post is coming up on reddit just like a good pongala.

City of Calgary officials have responded that the Calgary Fire Department is aware of the property and is investigating compliance with Calgary's land use bylaw and fire and building codes.