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Hundreds of former Iranian military conscripts have reportedly been deemed inadmissible to Canada under current immigration rules, according to CBC News.

Many affected individuals say their military service was mandatory under Iranian law and that they had no choice but to serve. The federal government says its measures are intended to prevent people linked to the Iranian regime from entering Canada.

The story is raising questions about where Canada should draw the line between national security concerns and the treatment of individuals who were required to complete compulsory military service.

What do you think?

🚨 THE BIG QUESTION: WHO WILL SWING ALBERTA’S REFERENDUM?

With Alberta’s Oct. 19 referendum approaching, political analysts are focusing on swing voters — Albertans who have not firmly decided how they will vote.

The debate over Alberta’s future is intensifying, with separation, provincial autonomy and Alberta’s relationship with Canada at the centre of the conversation.

Premier Danielle Smith has said she wants Alberta to remain part of Canada, while separatist groups continue to push for a different future.

For many Albertans, the vote could reflect more than one issue — including how they feel about Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa and the direction of the province.

🗳️ What do you think will be the biggest factor for undecided voters before Oct. 19?

🚨 B.C. CONSERVATIVE CAUCUS ROCKED BY ANOTHER MAJOR DEPARTURE

Claire Rattée, MLA for Skeena, is now the 10th B.C. Conservative MLA to leave the caucus since August, amid growing internal tensions surrounding party leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay.

Rattée says she was among at least 10 MLAs who signed a letter calling for Findlay’s resignation and accused the leader of trying to remove members of her own caucus.

Findlay, meanwhile, says Claire Rattée, John Rustad and Trevor Halford are no longer members of the Conservative caucus, saying the party needs to focus on preparing for a possible election.

The developments come as B.C. politics faces the possibility of an early election.

What do you think about the growing divisions inside the B.C. Conservatives? 👇

Ukrainian advocacy groups are urging Ottawa to consider sanctions against NHL star Alex Ovechkin after he appeared in a political advertisement linked to Russia's ruling party.

However, according to CTV News, the Liberals are not promising to sanction Ovechkin at this time.

The controversy has sparked debate about the role of athletes in politics and whether public figures should face consequences for political endorsements.

Do you think sports and politics should be kept separate, or do public figures have a responsibility for the messages they support?

🇨🇦 "Canada is powerful. Canada is confident."
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As Parliament prepares to return this fall, Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is entering the next chapter with strength, resilience, and growing influence on the world stage.
But with rising costs, trade challenges, housing pressures, and major decisions ahead, many Canadians will be watching closely to see whether those words translate into real results.
Do you feel confident about Canada's direction, or do you think more needs to be done?
👇 Join the conversation.

Feds could introduce new labour legislation as soon as next week: sources

🚨 ONTARIO TRUCKER SENTENCED TO 9 YEARS IN U.S. PRISON

An Ontario truck driver has been sentenced to nine years in a U.S. prison after pleading guilty to helping transport co***ne as part of a drug-trafficking network allegedly connected to Ryan Wedding.

According to court records and reporting, Iqbal Singh Virk, 58, of Brampton, was caught at the Blue Water Bridge in August 2024 with 115 bricks of co***ne weighing more than 124 kg, hidden inside his truck. Authorities estimated the shipment was worth nearly US$4 million.

Virk admitted to participating in a conspiracy involving plans to move more than 1,800 kg of co***ne from the Los Angeles area into Canada. His co-driver previously received a 37-month sentence.

Ryan Wedding, who was arrested in Mexico in January 2026, has pleaded not guilty to U.S. drug-trafficking and murder charges and is awaiting trial. Those allegations have not been proven in court.

👉 A nine-year sentence for a cross-border drug operation involving more than 100 kg of co***ne — what do you think about the case?

Alberta’s political map could look very different in future elections.

As Calgary, Edmonton and other communities continue to grow, proposed changes to electoral boundaries could create new ridings and reshape existing ones.

That means some Albertans could eventually vote in a different riding and have a different MLA representing their community.

With Alberta’s two major provincial parties—the UCP and Alberta NDP—competing for support, these boundary changes could become an important part of the province’s political future.

What do you think matters most when drawing Alberta’s future electoral boundaries—population growth, community connections, or something else?

🚨 B.C. Conservatives facing questions over private investigator probe

A new controversy is unfolding inside B.C.’s Conservative Party after a private investigator was reportedly hired to look into several current and former party figures — including MLAs, former officials and a political journalist.

The party says the investigation was not authorized by its board, and its lawyer says the probe was stopped after the party became aware of it.

Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay says she was not aware of the investigation and has vowed to remain leader as questions grow over what happened inside the party.

Who authorized the investigation — and why?

What do you think should happen next?

📬 MORE THAN 500,000 ALBERTANS HAVE APPLIED TO VOTE BY MAIL

More than 500,000 Albertans have already applied for a special ballot ahead of the October 19 referendum, according to Elections Alberta.

That means a huge number of voters are choosing to cast their ballot by mail rather than waiting until referendum day.

🗳️ The referendum includes 10 questions, covering issues that could have significant implications for Alberta and its relationship with Canada.

If you’re voting by mail, make sure you understand the special-ballot process and return your completed ballot on time.

🇨🇦 October 19 is an important day for Alberta. Stay informed. Know the questions. Make your voice count.

What do you think about the number of Albertans choosing to vote by mail?