Canada

‘Darkak’ secures two international film festival nods

Independent Bangladeshi filmmaker Zayed Siddiki’s short film “Darkak” has officially been selected for competition at two prestigious international film festivals in France and Canada.

Bangladesh, Indo-Pacific / Canada announces US $272.1m for development projects

Canada has announced US$ 272.1 million for development projects in Bangladesh and the broader Indo-Pacific region amid major funding cuts by US President Donald Trump's administration.

Trudeau announces tariffs on US in retaliation for Trump's tariffs

Trump earlier signed an executive order imposing 25% tariffs on all goods from Canada and Mexico

Google pays Canada media Can$100 million to use its content

Google and Meta, which together control about 80 percent of all advertising revenue in Canada, had been accused of draining cash away from traditional news organizations while using news content for free.

Canada apologizes to Indigenous group for 'mass killing' of sled dogs

Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Gary Anandasangaree delivered the apology in Nunavik, in northern Quebec province.

Canada reports first case of bird flu in a person

Officials said the infection probably came from a bird or animal.

Canada orders TikTok to close Canadian operations 

Canada has ordered TikTok to shut down its Canadian business, citing national security risks. Canadians will still be able to use TikTok, as the decision does not block general access to the app.

Canada alleges Amit Shah behind plot to target Sikh separatists

The Indian government has dismissed Canada's prior accusations as baseless, denying any involvement.

Canada must investigate Indigenous children disappearances: report

An estimated 150,000 children were sent to the schools between 1831 and 1996. Many of them did not return.

October 12, 2024
October 12, 2024

Veteran actor Jamal Uddin Hossain no more

Veteran television actor Jamal Uddin Hossain passed away at the age of 81, in the early hours of this morning in Calgary, Canada.

September 12, 2024
September 12, 2024

China slams Canadian tariff proposal as 'dangerous'

China's Commerce Ministry on Wednesday called Canada's intention to impose further tariffs on its batteries, tech products and critical minerals "dangerous," according to state media

August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024

Why the Canadian freight rail halt will roil North American supply chains

CN and CPKC's coast-to-coast rail networks in Canada connect south of the border and serve as important supply chain links to trade corridors and ports across North America.

July 29, 2024
July 29, 2024

Bangladeshi musicians excel on international stages

The monsoon season usually marks a lull in concert activities, however, musicians and bands from the country are keeping busy with performances overseas. Many music artistes are taking the stage in various countries around the globe, including Europe and the United States.

July 29, 2024
July 29, 2024

Canada football coach Priestman apologises over Olympic spying scandal

Priestman said she was "absolutely heartbroken" for her players, in a letter issued by her lawyers and published by Canadian media.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

Uruguay down Canada on penalties to win Copa third-place playoff

Luis Suarez rescued Uruguay with an injury-time equaliser before the South Americans defeated Canada 4-3 in a penalty shoot-out to win the Copa America's third place playoff match on Saturday.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Drake loses $300,000 on bet against Argentina

Drake posted an image on Instagram that showed his bet would have given him a $2.88 million payout if Canada won, but goals from Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi moved Argentina into a fourth final in five editions.

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

India's World Cup match against Canada washed out

India's T20 World Cup group match against Canada in Lauderhill, Florida was abandoned on Saturday, after rain left the Central Broward Park stadium with wet patches in the outfield.

June 2, 2024
June 2, 2024

All the records from USA’s milestone triumph over Canada

Aaron Jones’ brilliant 90* led USA to a confident win over their neighbours Canada, in what was the debut T20 World Cup match for both sides. A number of records were broken during this clash and we take a look at the major ones to fall.

May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024

‘Kajol Rekha’ to be released in the US and Canada tomorrow

The “Monpura” famed director Gias Uddin Selim, released his latest film “Kajol Rekha” about six weeks ago. The film continues to be shown in various theatres across the country while garnering positive reviews from the audience.