“Canada’s Top Military Chief Urges Caution when Collaborating with Foreign Forces – National Defense Alert

Canada’s top soldier and a deputy minister are cautioning members of the Canadian Forces against collaborating and exchanging information with militaries “whose interests diverge from our own.” A statement posted on Thursday by Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Wayne Eyre and Deputy Minister Bill Matthews raised concerns about former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilots …

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China Expresses Strong Disapproval of Inquiry Interference, Enlightens on Consequences

Beijing strongly condemns Canada’s foreign interference inquiry, and the Chinese embassy warns of potential consequences if the country does not abandon its “ideological bias.” The comments from the Chinese embassy in Canada come after the federal government announced the public inquiry on Thursday, appointing a Quebec judge to lead the probe after a lengthy search. …

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Canada’s Foreign Interference Inquiry: Get the Latest Updates and Insight

A Quebec Judge to Lead National Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Canadian Elections and Society A national public inquiry will be conducted to investigate allegations of foreign interference from countries such as China and Russia in Canadian elections and society. Marie-Josée Hogue, a puisne judge of the Court of Appeal of Quebec, has been …

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Investigation Underway: Retired RCAF Pilots Allegedly Providing Training to China’s Air Force – National

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is currently conducting an investigation following a report that former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilots have been assisting in the training of Chinese air force fighters. In a statement, RCMP spokesperson Sgt. Kim Chamberland confirmed that the RCMP is aware of the report and is actively investigating these …

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Is a soon resolution possible as the foreign interference inquiry takes a positive turn? – National

Discussions surrounding a public inquiry into foreign interference have extended into the summer, with House leaders taking a collaborative approach to address the issue. Prof. Alex Marland from Acadia University considers this shift in tone as a sign that political leaders are determined to make progress on the inquiry. Marland notes that all the political …

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National Foreign Interference Inquiry Talks in ‘Final Stages,’ LeBlanc Reports

Ottawa is in the final stages of discussing the establishment of an inquiry into foreign interference in Canada, according to Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc. The minority Liberal government initiated talks with opposition parties in June after the resignation of David Johnston, the special rapporteur investigating allegations of foreign interference, due to accusations of bias. …

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What will be the impact of China’s decision to maintain restrictions on group tours from Canada?

The decision by China to exclude Canada from its list of approved travel destinations for group tours while lifting restrictions on other countries has dealt a significant blow to Canadian tourism, according to industry groups. China recently lifted COVID-19 restrictions on group tours for 78 additional countries, including the US, Australia, the UK, and most …

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National Immigration Lawyers Concerned about Potential Unfair Rulings Due to Foreign Interference Worries

The conversation surrounding foreign interference in Canadian elections has focused on disrupting efforts. However, the federal government is also actively deporting individuals suspected of engaging in espionage or terrorism, as well as barring them from entering Canada. Immigration lawyers have noticed an increase in these cases, with some suggesting that they may be politically motivated. …

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