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Two police officers just walked into the Toronto Mosque and asked to the see the Imam.
They, then, proceeded to question him.
“Are you feeling safe?”
“Are you okay?”
“Can we do anything to help?”
#ChristchurchAttack
#ChristchurchMosqueAttack
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Nazem Kadri becomes the first Muslim-born player to hoist the Stanley Cup — which makes it an emotional day for me.
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Look at the size of this vigil outside the London mosque. It goes as far as the eye can see.
#ldnont
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Comparison between leagues on addressing racial discrimination:
NHL players stand for anthem, linking arms, draw praise from
@EricTrump
for not kneeling
NBA players wear jerseys with “Say Their Names,” “Black Lives Matter” on back.
One of them sends a much clearer message.
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The London victims’ family has now approved the use of this picture publicly:
• Yumna Salman, 15
• Madiha Salman, 44
• Grandmother, 74
• Salman Afzaal, 46
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Spoke exclusively to man who says he brought crabs 🦀 onto TTC.
He says:
• he brought 3 crabs
• did it as joke
• paid for crabs’ seats
• people were laughing/taking pics
• one woman got upset
• she smacked crabs out of seats.
• 2 died, 1 injured
• all 3 ended up in trash
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This moment from last night’s vigil stuck with me.
Members of London’s Sikh community handing out bottles of water to Muslim attendees.
#ldnont
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This hits so close to home for so many of us.
My Pakistani Muslim family often go on walks after dinner, sometimes in traditional clothing. I keep thinking about them.
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East York residents are trying to save a parking lot that’s slated to be turned into an affordable housing development for the homeless.
STORY:
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The names of the officers who visited the Toronto Mosque this morning are Constable Pais and Constable Kerr.
Both still outside the mosque, keeping watch.
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The family of the London, Ontario attack victims have released a statement, asking the public to stand up against Islamaphobia and describing the victims as "always there giving and participating in spreading goodness."
#ldnont
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⚠️WARNING: Profane language.
My camera operator and I get swarmed by protesters and followed — after an interview with police media relations.
Officers escort us to our vehicle after we receive verbal threats.
#bcpoli
#TruckerConvoy
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The BC Centre for Disease Control is recommending using “glory holes” to practice safe sex during the pandemic — and I just want to know if this is a common thing people have in their homes.
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NDP MPP
@GurratanSingh
on why he didn’t correct racist man, who hurled Islamophobic insults at him, with the fact that he is Sikh and not Muslim.
@globalnewsto
FULL STORY:
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Stunning video.
Owners of Ashok Jewellers in Mississauga sent me this surveillance footage — three people using swords to fend off a daylight robbery attempt on Wednesday.
@globalnewsto
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The father of Ken Lam — the officer who took down the van attack suspect without firing a shot — says he is proud of his son.
@globalnewsto
#TorontoAttacks
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Family of London attack victims has allowed us to share names:
• Salman Afzaal, 46 physiotherapist
• Madiha Salman, 44 PhD student in Civil engineering
• Yumna Salman, 15, grade 9 student
• Fayez Salman, 9
• Grandmother, 74, family 'pillar'
GoFundMe:
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The manager of the Toronto Mosque comes outside to thank the two officers for keeping watch, while Muslims take part in Friday prayers inside.
This time, it is the officers who are asked: “are you okay?”
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#BREAKING
: Prime Minister Trudeau says Canada will receive its first shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine as early as *next week.*
Up to 249,000 doses in total will be shipped this month, given approval from Health Canada.
#cdnpoli
#covid19canada
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Overheard between bickering couple at store: “too bad the solution isn’t emotional distancing, then you’d be totally immune to the virus.”
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🚨 Trudeau’s Thurs
#COVID19
address:
•wait for $2K/month benefit package now 14 days
•child benefit to go up
•moratorium on student loans (6 months)
•GST credit supplemented
•text scam going around
⚠️•Canadians who dont self-isolate can face fines, jail time
#covid19Canada
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As a BCIT journalism student, I was elated (and a bit nervous) when I got access to the
#Canucks
locker room for a story.
I approached Daniel Sedin for an interview, but a senior reporter for a major network cut in.
Daniel politely told him that I was here first.
#ThankYouSedins
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Newly introduced Governor General Mary Simon makes her first remarks by speaking in Inuktitut. She’s the first Indigenous person to take on the role — as an Inuk from Nunavik, Northern Quebec.
#cdnpoli
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Family of Regis Korchinski-Paquet, who fell from 24th floor at 100 High Park, say that police were called to apartment unit because Regis was having a seizure due to her epilepsy. They say that police could have pushed her over the balcony.
#covid19
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WATCH | “It’s all good.” Sophie Gregoire Trudeau posted this video to her Instagram tonight, saying she’s been given a “clear bill of health now” after being diagnosed with
#COVID19
earlier.
#covid19canada
#covidcanada
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#BREAKING
: Police have informed me they've opened up an investigation related to the treatment of media members at today's protest — and are looking to speak to the individuals involved.
RCMP's Serious Crimes Branch is investigating.
#bcpoli
#TruckersConvoy2022
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#BREAKING
: Ontario is planning to shorten intervals for second vaccine doses starting next week for those who are 80 years and older, confirms York Region's Medical Officer of Health.
#onpoli
#covidontario
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Let's normalize the use of Gurdwara, Mandir and Masjid — instead of just saying temple and mosque.
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I’m in ER today (I’m fine, chronic issue) — and in 1 hour alone, there are have been 5 instances where staff have had to argue with aggressive patients who refuse to put on a mask.
One resulted in police handcuffing a man.
Gained so much respect for these healthcare workers.
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Two store owners came face-to-face with a man attempting to rob their store Saturday night.
They decided to fight back with the first thing they could grab.
That just happened to be... bananas 🍌🍌🍌
STORY:
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1/7 This website can occasionally be used to create some wondrous things.
Tonight, it fostered an idea that resulted in the creation of a tool — that can allow people to find the closest vaccine clinic to them by sending out a simple text.
#covidontario
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Holy smokes, this video of a wave of ice cascading over a barrier and onto a sidewalk at Niagara River Parkway is wild. Via
@NiagParksPolice
.
#onstorm
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@JayKlos
@JamieRoss7
Retweeting because I found it funny. I'm a human being too. One that enjoys humour.
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IT’S
#NBAFINALS
GAME DAY!
Not even 7 am and here’s the lineup to get into Jurassic Park. Doors open at 3 pm and tip-off to the first NBA Finals game in Canada is at 9 pm.
@globalnewsto
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The protesters surround our vehicle and start banging on it. One man spits at our window.
Police have to push crowd back so we can try and get out.
We finally do.
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#BREAKING
: PM Justin Trudeau says Canada and the US have agreed to extend border closure measures for another 30 days.
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Just took a phone call from police.
This video is being used as evidence in an investigation against some of the protesters seen here. RCMP's Serious Crimes Branch is investigating.
#bcpoli
#TruckerConvoy
⚠️WARNING: Profane language.
My camera operator and I get swarmed by protesters and followed — after an interview with police media relations.
Officers escort us to our vehicle after we receive verbal threats.
#bcpoli
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Pretty rare to have the Capilano Suspension Bridge all to oneself.
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#UPDATE
: 9-year-old Fayez Afzaal is out of hospital, but still recovering. He is surrounded by family, according to a family spokesperson.
#ldnont
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Cool moment during Doug Ford’s daily
#COVID19
press conference, when the premier gives a shoutout to the sign language interpreter, Christopher.
#covid19ontario
#covid19on
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#NEW
: Adam Skelly speaks to Global News after getting released on bail tonight, said one of his conditions for release is that he's not allowed to communicate on social media.
#adamsonBBQ
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*some personal news*
After nearly 4 years at Global Toronto, I'll be moving back to the west coast to work as a reporter for Global BC.
Eternally grateful to the friends who made Toronto feel like home — and the people who trusted me with their stories in this amazing province
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The number of times I get called “paki” on social media is exhausting.
Sharing only to shed light on how prevalent racism is on these sites —I know it’s much worse for some others.
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Visited the memorial one last time before driving back to Toronto.
For the first time, not as a reporter. Just as a person who’s shattered over this senseless loss.
My heart goes out to you, Salman, Madiha, Yumna and Talat.
#OurLondonFamily
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Apologies to our viewers, we made genuine attempts to speak to protesters and tell their stories.
But most had already made up their minds about us and wouldn't take part in civil dialogue. Thank you the few who had meaningful conversations with us.
#bcpoli
#truckersprotest
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#BREAKING
: Vancouver Police Department confirms it has sent its officers to
#Ottawa
— in response to a request for assistance with the ongoing protests.
VPD wouldn’t say how many officers, just that they’re currently in transit.
#ottnews
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Dear Lake Ontario,
You do a pretty decent job of mimicking the ocean.
Signed,
a Vancouverite
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It only gets worse.
The crowd closes in on our unmarked Global News vehicle.
Tough to drive out. We’re caught between an angry crowd and a ditch.
#bcpoli
#truckerconvoy
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#BREAKING
: Ontario sees ZERO daily increase of
#COVID19
deaths for the first time since March 31.
TODAY:
• 154 new cases
• 35,948 total cases
• 0 new deaths 🚨
• 2,689 total deaths
• 31,426 resolved
#covid19on
#covid19ontario
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Secret confession:
Every South Asian immigrant broadcaster is afraid of getting their V’s and W’s mixed up on air.
I just said “OakWille” in a live broadcast. Help me.
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Trudeau asked by
@CBCRaffy
if he’s breaking provincial health guidelines by cramming this many people into a tight space for a campaign event.
Trudeau completely sidesteps the question… twice.
#cdnpoli
#Elxn44
This is…a very tight space. I think tightest I’ve been in on the campaign so far.
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7/7 So in conclusion:
@ZainManji
built something that we were all impressed the US government could build and that Canada hadn't thought of... in under 3 hours! Thanks Zain!
Now everyone try this number: +1 (833) 356-1683
#onpoli
#covidontario
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Chris Bosh (
@chrisbosh
) shows up to Jurassic Park to loud chants of ‘CB4!’ Just a reminder: it’s not even 8 am yet.
#WeTheNorth
#NBAfinals
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sometimes I forget who my employer is but then I look into a mirror and remember
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🔔New job alert: It truly is a dream come true to take on the role of National News Correspondent for
@ctvnews
and
@CTVNationalNews
in Toronto. A privilege I hope never to take for granted with the network’s dedicated viewers across the country.
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The Canadian Armed Forces have arrived to assist
@Sunnybrook
— just as the hospital admits its first patient to its mobile health unit.
#CovidOntario
#onpoli
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Similar situation took place when the CBC team tried to report on the rally — and
@DanBurritt
is one of the most patient and understanding reporters I know.
#bcpoli
#TruckerProtest
WARNING: Strong language. Convoy supporters & anti-vaccine protestors swarm our camera at 176th & 8th Ave. Pacific Hwy border crossing closed again.
@cbcnewsbc
@CBCAlerts
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Last 7 months in BC:
• June: record breaking heat dome kills 600
• July: hundreds of wildfires tear through BC communities
• Nov: record-breaking rainfall causes floods, landslides, displacing thousands
• Dec: near record cold temps cause extreme cold warnings
#bcstorm
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Grand Chief Stewart Phillip calls Trudeau’s “arrogant dismissal” of the Tk’emlups invitation a “slap in the face.”
#cdnpoli
“
@JustinTrudeau
’s arrogant dismissal of
@Tkemlups
invitatation represents a 'slap in the face' to all IRS Survivors. Especially grieving families of the children that never came home. If this event was before the election; Trudeau would be there on both knees!” -GCSP
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A video of an airport worker busting some moves at the
@TorontoPearson
apron has gone viral. We tracked him down to see the dance moves first-hand.
@globalnewsto
STORY:
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Family members of London attack victims have told me there are now two approved fundraisers:
This one:
And this one:
#ldnont
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Another powerful before-vs-after shot of
#Hwy8
near
#MerrittBC
.
The road is gone -- and what was once a gentle slope has turned into a steep cliff that drops directly into the river.
Image courtesy of Shackan Indian Band.
#bcstorms
#bcfloods
@GlobalBC
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I’m an uncle/chacha 🙂 Welcome to the world, Elias Karamali
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Sophie didn’t want anything to do with holding Justin’s hand while she got her shot.
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#BREAKING
: The Canada-US border closure that bans non-essential travel has been extended for another month to September 21st.
#covidcanada
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Chief Rosanne Casimir of the Tk’emlups te Secwepemc Nation said they had sent him 2 invitations to visit them today.
#cdnpoli
.
@Tkemlups
Kukpi7 Chief Rosanne Casimir tells
@GlobalBC
's
@NeetuGarcha
she's "truly saddened"
@JustinTrudeau
didn't come to
#KamloopsBC
for the inaugural
#TruthandReconciliationDay
.
The PM is in
#TofinoBC
for a family vacation.
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Really regret not visiting Banff more often during my 3 years in Ottawa
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*Woman walks up to me outside Scotiabank Arena*
Woman: Are you available?
Me: Uh... hi. I guess so? Although sometimes I feel like I’m emotionally unavailable. It’s a long story. But I’m extremely flattered you approached me, thank —
Woman: Sorry, I thought you were an Uber
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“Hey Premier, hope you’re feeling safe without journalists in the room,”
@ColinDMello
Reporters are still not allowed to attend these press briefings in person and are limited to 2 questions each over the phone (if they even get called on).
#onpoli
#covidontario
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First dose ✅
•
Joined the Pfizer family this morning 💉
•
Thank you to the wonderful staff at the East York Town Centre pop-up clinic for making the entire process so easy and efficient 🙏🏽
#covidontario
#CovidVaccine
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David Lam, father of TPS officer Ken Lam, shared this family picture of his son in uniform.
@globalnewsto
#TorontoAttacks
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Hey
@Lilly
,
These Scarborough students at West Hill Collegiate Institute have a message for you before your
#LateWithLilly
debut tonight. They each got a copy of your book.
@globalnewsto
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The glamorous life of a TV reporter.
Saturday night parking lot edits 🤓
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Nazem Kadri celebrating with his parents.
Kadri’s grandfather immigrated to Canada from Lebanon, fleeing war and economic deprivation. He worked as a cleaner at a bowling alley.
His grandson is now a Stanley Cup champion.
(Via
@runwriteAarif
)
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Love the flood of fan mail coming in from covering this story 😊
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Hundreds of people running in panic and fear from Nathan Phillips Square after people say they heard gunshots.
@globalnewsto
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🚨Good news alert🚨
• 0.9% test positivity today and yesterday in Ontario, first time its been below 1% since Sep 13th
• 78% of adults 18+ have had their first dose in Ontario
• 42.3% of adults 18+ are fully vaccinated in Ontario
#onpoli
#CovidOntario
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