Alex Anas Ahmed
Alex Anas Ahmed is a Political Science and History graduate from the University of Calgary. He has actively written on relevant Canadian issues with dozens of prominent interviews under his belt.
Former Liberal calls out Trudeau over mishandling of sexual misconduct allegations
A former staffer to the Trudeau Liberals called out the party for "victim blaming" on allegations towards incumbent MP Raj Saini, who is being accused of inappropriate behaviour towards female staffers
Canadian small businesses owe $139 BILLION in debt: Report
CFIB said debts in the hard-hit hospitality sector averaged $333,174 per operator. Retailers’ debt averaged $160,985 compared to $141,754 for contractors and $93,265 for wholesalers.
Trudeau Liberals platform includes renewed commitment to censorship bills C-10 and C-36
Expert says, "There is an obvious more of the same - C-10, C-11, C-36, online harms, newspaper support all coming back. No indication of a willingness to re-assess positions."
Edmonton reinstates mask bylaw, earning criticism from mayoral frontrunner
Edmonton’s per capita caseload now exceeds 200 cases per 100,000 population. case counts must fall below 100 cases per 100,000 population to justify rescinding the mandate before December 31.
O'Toole pledges balanced budget 'without cuts,' but taxpayer advocates don't buy the plan
Federal per-person spending (inflation-adjusted) will reach $12,697 this year, the second-highest level in Canadian history and 38.7 percent higher than during the 2009 recession.
Human Rights Tribunal says retail mask rules a 'balancing' of Charter rights
"The policy was introduced in good faith," wrote Michael Gottheil, adjudicator with the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal. The Charter Of Rights And Freedoms "requires a balancing of rights," he said.
Trudeau backs candidate accused of sexual misconduct whose alleged victim attempted suicide in his office
Several unnamed sources alleged two-time Kitchener-Centre MP Raj Saini made unwanted sexual advances and inappropriate comments.
Censorship Czar Guilbeault owes Revenu Quebec five-figure debt in taxes
"He has not been paying his fair share," wrote Conservative MP Pierre Paul-Hus in a statement. "This is typical." Guilbeault "needs to come clean and tell Canadians how much he owes in taxes."
BREAKING: Alberta's fiscal update shows better days ahead for the province
Alberta's GDP and provincial revenues are up, while deficit spending and unemployment declines. The province said this confirms that Alberta’s Recovery Plan to diversify the economy and create jobs is working.
US drone strike kills IS-K asset, 10 civilians
A US drone strike targeting an suicide bomber killed 10 civilians, all relatives from the same family. The US military said a person with IS-K was the intended target.
Details on Ontario's vaccine passport system to be unveiled Tuesday
Ford’s stance on the issue changed last week following pressure from health and business groups and the leaking of the government plan.
Suspect arrested on arson charges for two fires that torched Surrey Coptic Orthodox Church
Officers arrested Kathleen Panek, 35, of no fixed address. She has been charged with two counts of arson for the two incidents at the church.
Trudeau Liberals not transparent on sexual misconduct allegations, citing 'privacy' concerns
Despite Trudeau's zero-tolerance policy on sexual misconduct in the workplace, the party took six months to approve Marwan Tabbara as a Liberal candidate — an unusually long period for an incumbent.
BREAKING: Louisiana residents without cash or gas as Hurricane Ida makes landfall
Robert Owens, 27, said most people from his low-income neighborhood are without sufficient funds or gas. They want to leave to protect their families, he said, but have no choice but to stay.
FLASHBACK: The Canadian media happily covered angry protestors when they were heckling Conservatives
Trudeau continues to face angry protestors on the campaign trail, similar to Harper when he launched his 2015 re-election bid in Montreal.