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Calgary dentist faces prison for $684K insurance fraud

A Calgary dentist who defrauded insurers of nearly $700,000 for phantom dental work should go to prison, says the Crown. Defence argues her $500K+ restitution merits a non-custodial sentence. Sentencing in January.

Halifax pauses e-scooter, e-bike program until spring

The City of Halifax is suspending its shared e-scooter and e-bike program for the winter months. The service will resume in the spring of 2026. Learn the details and reasons behind the seasonal pause.

Ontario man charged in $1.6M crypto scam

Peel police charge a 31-year-old man after two victims lost $1.6M in a fake crypto investment scheme promoted on social media. Learn how to protect yourself.

USDA Threatens to Withhold SNAP Funds From States

The Trump administration warns it will withhold administrative funding from Democratic states that refuse to share personal data on food aid recipients, defying a court order. Learn about the clash over SNAP fraud prevention.

Calgary man guilty of $2.4M park model fraud

A Calgary court has found Robert Bradley Sandler guilty of 13 counts of fraud, defrauding 16 victims of nearly $2.5 million through his company Home Squad Inc. Sentencing is pending.

B.C. man charged in Lethbridge investment fraud

A British Columbia man has been charged in connection with a significant investment fraud targeting a Lethbridge resident. Learn the details of the case and its implications.

Canada Joins EU's €150B SAFE Defence Program

Canada secures historic entry into the EU's SAFE defence procurement fund, aiming to reduce military reliance on the U.S. and open new opportunities for Canadian defence firms. Read the details.

Trump grants clemency in $1.6B fraud case

President Trump granted clemency to David Gentile, convicted in a $1.6 billion investment fraud scheme affecting thousands. Learn about the case details and implications.

Surrey employee accused of $2.5M fraud

A Surrey municipal employee faces fraud charges after a two-year RCMP investigation into a $2.5 million scheme. Learn the details of this significant financial breach.

Australia bans social media for children under 16

Australia implements landmark social media ban for children under 16, facing court challenges while prioritizing youth mental health and online safety. Learn about the global implications.

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