Cyle Larin’s second-half goal helped Canada avoid defeat in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Co-hosts Canada earned their first-ever point in FIFA World Cup history after battling back to secure a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto. Bosnia-Herzegovina took the lead in the 21st minute through Jovo Lukic, who headed home…
The Canadian Prime Minister says Jewish Canadians are facing unprecedented levels of hate and discrimination. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Canada is failing its Jewish community as antisemitism continues to rise across the country. Speaking in Toronto, Carney said Jewish Canadians have become the primary targets of religion-based hate crimes despite making up…
Newly empowered government moves quickly to ease pressure on households. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has suspended the country’s federal fuel tax in his first major policy move after securing a parliamentary majority, citing rising global oil prices linked to the Iran conflict. Carney announced that the federal fuel excise tax will be paused from…
On March 26, 2026, Bill C-12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, received royal assent and became law. The legislation introduced sweeping changes to Canada’s immigration and asylum systems, affecting foreign nationals including Nigerians and other groups seeking entry or protection in the country. The new law addressed four key areas: new eligibility…
France and Canada opened consulates in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, on February 6, 2026. Canadian officials traveled to the city for the ceremony. Additionally French representatives arrived to establish their outpost. This move expanded diplomatic presence in the Arctic island, which previously hosted only US and Icelandic consulates. Prior Plans and Timing Canada first revealed intentions…
Canada intensifies its immigration rules. Officials deport 366 Nigerians from January to October 2025. This marks the highest rate in over a decade. Moreover 974 more Nigerians wait for removal as of November 2025. Authorities act swiftly. They enforce policies amid growing concerns. As a result, Nigeria ranks ninth among top deported nationalities. Key Statistics…
