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Canadian Airports Resume Operations After Bomb Threats Spark Temporary Ground Stops

Air travel across Canada is gradually returning to normal after a wave of bomb threats forced temporary ground stops at several major airports earlier today, according to Nav Canada, the country’s air navigation service provider. The threats, which affected facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary, and Vancouver , prompted swift evacuations and security assessments. Authorities have confirmed that all employees are safe , and no suspicious items were found during searches. By mid-morning, Nav Canada announced that services were resuming  at the impacted sites. However, travelers should expect delays  as operations stabilize. “We thank airlines and passengers for their patience as we work towards normal operations,” the agency stated. Local police and airport authorities are continuing investigations. Due to security protocols, the specific nature of the threats has not been disclosed . Despite the disruption, most airports reported* minimal impact on flight ...

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Federal Government Faces Mounting Pressure to Resolve Canada Post Strike

 

The ongoing Canada Post strike, now in its fourth week, is causing significant disruptions across the country, prompting calls for federal government intervention. The Retail Council of Canada (RCC) has urged the government to step in, highlighting the severe impact on businesses, especially during the critical holiday shopping season.

With over 55,000 postal workers on strike, retailers are struggling to meet customer demands and maintain operations. The RCC estimates that the retail sector has already incurred losses exceeding C$1 billion. The strike's timing, coinciding with the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, has exacerbated the situation, leaving many businesses unable to fulfill orders and receive payments.

Despite the mounting pressure, the federal government has so far resisted intervening, stating that the matter should be resolved through negotiations between Canada Post and the union. However, with the strike showing no signs of ending soon, the business community continues to push for government action to prevent further economic damage.

As the strike enters its 20th day, the RCC and other stakeholders are calling for a swift resolution to avoid further losses and ensure that businesses can operate smoothly during the holiday season.




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