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In today’s News Takeaway, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar dive into the economic and political landscape of Canada. They analyze the financial impact of Prime Minister Trudeau’s temporary GST relief, examine the BC NDP’s accusations against Conservative MLAs for double-dipping, and discuss the Federal Government’s fiscal challenges in managing an increasing influx of asylum seekers. An engaging discussion with insights into how these issues might affect Canadians across the board

In today’s News Takeaway segment, Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss Trudeau’s announcement of temporary GST relief to tackle inflation, the steep rise in BC’s living wage, Doug Ford’s claim of garnering support from other premiers for his trade vision with the US and Mexico, and the ICC’s shocking decision to issue warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and others. Catch this engaging breakdown of these pressing topics.

n this episode of News Takeaway, Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss Canada’s alignment with the US on key trade policies, Donald Trump’s latest appointments shaping his political trajectory, and the impact of the Canada Post strike on delayed passport deliveries. Stay updated with insights on how these developments affect Canadians and international relations.

In today's News Takeaway, Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar dive into critical developments: B.C. Premier David Eby's new cabinet lineup and what it signals for the province's future, Canada’s inflation rate dropping to 2% and its implications for household budgets, and Vladimir Putin’s alarming nuclear doctrine revision that lowers the threshold for weapon deployment. Tune in for an insightful discussion on these pivotal issues shaping local and global affairs

In today's News Takeaway segment, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss the swearing-in of David Eby’s new cabinet in British Columbia, Prime Minister Trudeau’s admission of immigration system flaws and his criticism of “bad actors,” the growing confidence crisis in Parliament, and Trudeau’s agenda at the G20 summit in Brazil. Stay tuned for a detailed breakdown of these major political developments impacting Canada and beyond.

In this episode of News Takeaway, host Vijay Saini discusses the Canada Post workers' strike and its impact on essential services. The spotlight also shines on the alarming issue of fake admission letters being given to international students and its implications. Additionally, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh’s bold promise to eliminate GST from essential items if he becomes Prime Minister is analyzed.

In this episode of News Takeaway, host Vijay Saini explores critical updates impacting Canada and international relations. Topics include the resumption of operations at BC and Montreal ports after recent strikes, a rise in asylum claims from international students, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland’s alignment with US trade concerns over Mexico and China, and the rising popularity of the BlueSky social media platform. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on how these developments affect Canada's economic and social landscape.

In today’s News Takeaway, host Vijay Saini reflects on the legacy of former BC Premier John Horgan and delves into the controversy surrounding Canada Soccer's dismissal of three officials involved in the Olympic drone scandal. Additionally, Vijay discusses the complex labor negotiations between Canada Post and its unions, examining the challenges that may arise in reaching a lasting agreement.

In today's "News Takeaway" segment, host Vijay Saini discusses the latest developments in Canada's labor and health sectors. The federal government has mandated binding arbitration to resolve ongoing port strikes in Montreal and British Columbia, a significant move affecting supply chains nationwide. Meanwhile, the Postal Workers Union has issued a 72-hour strike notice, potentially disrupting mail services across Canada. Dr. Bhurji also joins the discussion to shed light on the rising risks of avian flu and its possible impacts on public health and agriculture.

In this episode of News Takeaway, Vijay Saini explores the latest updates affecting Canada. With national unemployment steady at 6.5% for October, attention turns to the labor discussions set to address the BC port work stoppage that’s impacting the supply chain. A judicial recount in the BC election is underway, possibly altering local political dynamics. Additionally, as Trump secures a win in the U.S., Canada faces new pressures to prepare for a potential surge in migrants. This session delves into these economic, political, and social challenges shaping Canada’s near future.