Canada's Border Crisis, Election Buzz, and Tariff Tensions

Hundreds of Venezuelans are fleeing the U.S.

and crossing into Canada—some legally, others illegally—after the Trump administration moved to end their protected status.

Many fear deportation back to Venezuela, where violence and human rights abuses are rampant.

Some migrants are even waiting 14 days after crossing illegally before claiming asylum, exploiting a legal loophole.

Canadian immigration consultants warn that many of these migrants could qualify for legal immigration but are unaware of

their options.

Four Gujarati-origin candidates are running in Canada’s upcoming federal election, marking a new chapter in Indian-Canadian political representation.

Jayesh Brahmbhatt, Sunjiv Raval, Ashok Patel, and Minesh Patel are vying for seats across Alberta and Ontario.

With over 100,000 Gujaratis in Canada, this is the largest showing yet.

While Punjabis have long dominated the political scene, Gujaratis are now making their voices heard.

A Trump official mistakenly said Canada would face a 10% tariff, causing panic before the White House clarified

it was an error.

Still, tensions remain high.

Trump has warned Canada against retaliatory tariffs, while Canadian officials push back.

Prime Minister Mark Carney called the situation a 'welcome reprieve' but emphasized the need for strong trade alliances

beyond the U.S.

Canadians are skipping trips to the U.S.

due to political unrest, tariffs, and invasive border checks.

Airlines are cutting U.S.

routes, and border towns report a 43% drop in Canadian shoppers.

With $20.5 billion in annual spending at stake, the U.S.

could lose big.

Canadians are instead choosing domestic destinations or heading to Europe and the Caribbean.

With Trudeau out, Mark Carney leads the Liberals into a tight race against Conservative Pierre Poilievre.

A new poll shows voters split: some want bold change, others seek stability.

Carney is seen as strong on U.S.

relations, while Poilievre appeals to those frustrated with the cost of living.

The April 28 election could reshape Canada’s future.