In a marked departure from its high-growth immigration targets, Canada’s government unveiled a new immigration policy for 2024, recalibrating the nation’s approach to population expansion. The revisions aim to balance immigration with the capacity of housing markets, infrastructure, and public services, addressing widespread public concerns over rising living costs, strained…
Canadian Parliament in Stalemate Over ‘Green Slush Fund’ and Transparency
In a week of heated parliamentary debates, allegations of financial misconduct surrounding Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) dominated discussions in the Canadian House of Commons. The opposition, led by the Conservative Party, has accused the SDTC of operating as a “green slush fund” to direct taxpayer dollars towards Liberal Party…
India-Canada Relations at a Crossroads: The Diplomatic Fallout of Unproven Allegations
Relations between India and Canada have plunged to their lowest point in recent history, marking a dramatic diplomatic crisis between two major global players. What began with explosive allegations in 2023 has snowballed into a protracted dispute, with neither side showing signs of backing down. At the heart of the…
India-Canada Diplomatic Row Escalates Over Sikh Leader’s Assassination Allegations and Diplomatic Expulsions
The diplomatic relationship between India and Canada, which has been characterized by decades of cooperation in trade, education, and cultural exchange, is currently facing one of its most significant crises in recent history. This downturn in relations stems from serious allegations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in September…
Former SDTC Chair Annette Verschuren Found in Breach of Conflict of Interest Act
Annette Verschuren, former Chairperson of Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), a foundation that provides funding for clean technology projects, has been found to have contravened the Conflict of Interest Act, according to a report released by Canada’s Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner on July 24, 2024. The report, prepared…