Stock markets fall, erasing earlier gains amid AI, interest rate fears

Conservative immigration critic Michelle Rempel Garner has proposed significant amendments to the asylum rules in Canada's border bill. Her suggested changes would prevent individuals who have transited through Europe from making asylum claims upon arriving in Canada.

A letter signed by over 40 senators has called on Prime Minister Mark Carney to take action against sports betting advertisements in Canada, citing health and safety risks associated with such promotions.

A new report from Royal LePage indicates that the price of a single-family detached home in Canada's winter recreational markets has risen by 3.8 percent, reaching an average of $982,000. This trend reflects a growing interest in local real estate, potentially driven by the 'Buy Canadian' movement.

Ottawa officials are planning to cull thousands of feral goldfish from a stormwater pond due to a significant increase in their population. The issue has arisen as pet owners release goldfish into warmer waters, leading to a growing problem in the region. Earlier this year, city staff removed 5,000 goldfish from Celebration Park, but it is estimated that around 1,000 more remain in the pond.

Quebec has abruptly ended its key immigration route, the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ), and significantly reduced future immigration thresholds. This decision forces thousands of temporary residents, including many French families, to leave the province. The government claims that temporary immigrants are overburdening public services, while affected workers and business leaders warn that this reform could harm the economy and are advocating for a grandfather clause. Canada is also set to reduce temporary immigration by over 40% this year.

Nicolas Vincent, the Bank of Canada's external deputy governor, emphasizes that enhancing productivity is the most effective solution to Canada's affordability crisis. He suggests that improving productivity can lead to better economic conditions and help alleviate financial pressures on Canadians.

Al Jazeera provides comprehensive information regarding the FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The article addresses key aspects such as qualifying teams, the tournament format, and the draw process, ensuring fans are well-informed ahead of the event.

A Canadian former Olympic snowboarder, Ryan James Wedding, is wanted in the US for allegedly leading a multi-national drug trafficking network. He faces charges related to the murder of a federal witness, as announced by US Attorney General Pam Bondi.