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 29, 2023
October 29, 2023

Bangladesh, Canada to work for higher bilateral trade

Bangladesh and Canada have agreed to devise a mechanism to explore ways and means to diversify and expand bilateral trade, which now stands at only about $2.5 billion. 

October 8, 2023
October 8, 2023

Canada qualify for T20 World Cup for first time

With the triumph, Canada and Bermuda finished level on points in the double round-robin qualifying group, which also featured Panama and the Cayman Islands, but the Canadians advanced due to a better run rate.

September 30, 2023
September 30, 2023

Tiger turned Cop: Mehrab cherishes new role

A career switch is never easy and for a former cricketer, who has played at the highest level for their country, it is probably even more difficult.

September 1, 2023
September 1, 2023

Canada set to field first transgender cricketer in T20 qualifier

Canada is set to field the first transgender cricketer in an official international match after Danielle McGahey was named in the squad for a qualifying tournament for the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup.

August 1, 2023
August 1, 2023

At 70, Babita living her best life in Canada

Babita also shared that Anik spent his entire day with his mother. He took her to visit a castle. “I was amazed to see the beautiful architecture,” she shared. “We then went to see an amazing ballet dance performance. I really enjoyed every bit of the moment.” The mother-son duo spent quality time on lunch and dinner as well.

May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023

bKash in Kotler’s marketing book

Two case studies of mobile financial service provider bKash have been featured in a local edition of “Essentials of Modern Marketing”, a marketing book written by professor Dr. Philip Kotler

February 16, 2023
February 16, 2023

Kumar Bishwajit provides latest updates on son’s condition

Legendary singer Kumar Bishwajit, along with his wife Naima Sultana, had rushed to Canada after receiving news of their son’s road accident.

February 16, 2023
February 16, 2023

An outpouring of love and prayers for Kumar Bishwajit’s son

Since the news of the accident made headlines, many people have come forward to express their love and send their prayers for Kumar Nibir

November 27, 2022
November 27, 2022

Croatia 2-1 Canada: What’s your prediction?

Canada manager John Herdman said on Saturday his team was fired up for a test against 2018 World Cup finalists Croatia after the Canadians fell to Belgium 1-0 despite outplaying them.

November 24, 2022
November 24, 2022

Belgium 3-1 Canada: What’s your prediction?

Belgium’s aging "Golden Generation" will begin their final shot at World Cup glory against Canada on Wednesday, but do so without talismanic forward Romelu Lukaku, who has been central to their success in recent years.