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Lawyers Demand Justice After Quebec Teen’s Death

Lawyers representing the family of Nooran Rezayi , a 15-year-old boy fatally shot by police in Longueuil, Quebec, are calling for accountability after allegations of interference in the investigation. Rezayi was killed on September 21, 2025 , in a suburban neighborhood south of Montreal. Quebec’s police watchdog (BEI) has accused local officers of questioning witnesses and attempting to obtain video footage , actions that could compromise the independence of the probe. Lawyers for Rezayi’s family insist such interference cannot go unpunished. The family has filed a $2.2 million lawsuit against the Longueuil police and the city, claiming “unreasonable and disproportionate force” was used against the unarmed teen. His mother, Fahima Rezayi, has urged authorities to ensure accountability, stressing that “this must never happen again.” The case has sparked outrage and renewed calls for reform in Quebec’s policing system. Critics argue that protecting the watchdog’s independence is ess...

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Alberta Records First Flu Fatality as Health Officials Brace for Challenging Season

 

                    Albertans can start booking their seasonal immunization appointments starting Oct. 10. 

Alberta has reported its first influenza-related death of the 2025–26 flu season, marking a sobering start to what health experts warn could be a difficult few months ahead. The province’s respiratory virus dashboard confirmed that a person in their 60s living in the central zone died from influenza complications.

Last year’s flu season was the deadliest in more than a decade, with 237 Albertans losing their lives and more than 3,700 requiring hospitalization. This year, officials say the timing of the first death is consistent with previous seasons, but early indicators suggest the virus is spreading quickly. Already, more than 100 people have been hospitalized, including eight patients admitted to intensive care.

Dr. James Talbot, Alberta’s former chief medical officer of health, noted that the province is “well and truly into the beginning of influenza season.” He emphasized that vigilance is key, as other countries such as the U.K. have already reported sharp increases in flu cases, with numbers tripling compared to the same time last year.

Public health experts are urging Albertans to take preventive measures seriously. Vaccination, hand hygiene, and staying home when ill remain the most effective ways to reduce transmission. With the flu season underway, officials caution that the coming months could strain hospitals if cases continue to rise at this pace.

This early death serves as a reminder of the flu’s potential severity and the importance of community-wide efforts to mitigate its impact.

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