Highly skilled immigrants are twice as likely to leave Canada, report shows

The Christmas Hope campaign has been launched in Lethbridge for the 19th consecutive year, with local charities collaborating to enhance community support. This year, a new member organization has joined the initiative, focusing on providing assistance to the elderly population in the area. The campaign aims to bring joy and support to those in need during the holiday season, continuing its long-standing tradition of community service.

Over the weekend, two tourists staying at the same hotel as a deceased family were hospitalized in Istanbul after exhibiting symptoms of nausea and vomiting. This incident follows the recent deaths of a family, raising concerns about a possible poisoning case. In total, 11 individuals have been arrested in connection with the investigation, which is deepening as authorities seek to determine the cause of the illnesses and deaths. The situation has drawn significant attention from both local and international media.

The joint statement from Canada, the U.S., and Finland reaffirms the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort, known as the ICE Pact, which was originally signed under President Joe Biden. U.S. President Donald Trump continues to support this initiative despite ongoing trade discussions remaining stalled. The ICE Pact aims to enhance cooperation in Arctic navigation and icebreaker capabilities among the three nations.

Canada's industry minister is set to make a decision next month regarding Anglo American's proposed takeover of Teck Resources. However, the minister has indicated that the commitments made by the British mining company thus far are insufficient to secure approval for the deal.

Canada's Industry Minister Melanie Joly stated that the country is interested in the Gripen fighter jets manufactured by the Swedish firm Saab. This interest arises from Canada's dissatisfaction with the industrial benefits received from its previous deal with U.S. defense contractor Lockheed Martin for the F-35 jets. Joly's comments indicate a shift in Canada's defense procurement strategy as the government seeks to enhance domestic industrial benefits in future military contracts.

Wild wolves have been observed in Canada engaging in what scientists believe may be the first documented instance of tool use among these animals. The wolves were seen pulling crab traps from the water, suggesting a level of intelligence and adaptability previously unrecognized in their behavior. This observation raises questions about the cognitive abilities of wild wolves and their capacity to manipulate their environment for survival.

A technical issue at Cloudflare has caused widespread outages across parts of the internet on Tuesday morning, affecting numerous websites globally. The company is currently working on a fix to restore services. Users have reported difficulties accessing various online platforms due to this disruption.

King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden are set to visit Ottawa and Montreal for a three-day trip to Canada, marking their first visit since 2006. This visit highlights the ongoing diplomatic and cultural ties between Sweden and Canada, showcasing the royal family's commitment to strengthening these relationships.