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Election Buzz, School Expansion, Sunita’s Return, Holi Events and More!

Desi Dispatch Edition #57

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Keyur Patel
March 22, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

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Hello friend,

There’s a little political buzz in the air... Could we be heading to the polls soon? Prime Minister Mark Carney’s big announcement has everyone talking. Stay tuned, and let’s see what unfolds! 🇨🇦👀

Let’s dive into this week’s news and get you caught up on everything! 📩

This week we are covering,

  • 🇨🇦 Canada Early Election Alert!

  • 🏬 Hudson's Bay Shutting Down!

  • 🏫 More Schools Coming to Alberta!

  •  🚵 Edmonton’s Getting a Mountain Bike Park!

  • 🚀 Sunita Williams is Back!

  • 🤝 India Hopes for Better Canada Ties!

Weather Forecast in Alberta

This weekend will be mostly cloudy, with temps around 3°C on Friday and 5°C on Saturday. Sunday will have a mix of sun and clouds, reaching 5°C. Next week, expect colder weather with some snow showers! 🌨️ Stay warm, folks!

March can be unpredictable, so be ready for anything!

Major News for Desi Dispatch

  • Looks like Prime Minister Mark Carney might drop the big news on early election date by the end of this month! Will we be heading to the polls soon? Stay tuned! 👉 (Watch Video)

  • 🏬An end of an era! The legendary department store, Hudson’s Bay is closing most of its locations, with liquidation starting Monday. Grab those deals while you can! 🛍 (Read More)

  • 🤒 Measles Outbreak Spreading! 😷 Several parts of Canada are seeing a rise in measles cases. Stay updated and make sure you’re protected! (Read More)

Local news from Alberta, Canada | Desi Dispatch

  • Big news for students and parents! Alberta is investing in 14 new schools in Edmonton and 18 in Calgary. More classrooms, more learning! 🏗 (Watch Video | Read more)

  • 🔥 Whoa! Two Teslas were set on fire this week, and police are investigating. What’s going on? 🚗 (Read More)

  • 🚴‍♂️ Adrenaline junkies, get excited! A brand new mountain bike park is coming to Edmonton. Time to hit the trails! (Watch Video)

News from India | Curated by Desi Dispatch

  • 🌎 After an epic journey, Sunita Williams has returned home. Welcome back, astronaut! 🌟 Watch Video

  • With Trudeau out, India is looking forward to warmer relations with Canada. Could this be a fresh start? (Read More)

  • 💔 Student Regrets Moving to Canada! 😟 A viral post by an Indian student in Canada shares hard-hitting regrets about leaving home. Thinking about moving? You’ll want to read this first! (Read More)

Poll Results:

In our last week’s poll about India's plan to boost U.S. imports to lower Trump-era tariffs, 60% of you aren't buying it.,

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Yes
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 No
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Not Sure

This vibe matches President Trump's recent comments, where he hinted at hitting India with reciprocal tariffs starting April 2 if they don't ease up on U.S. goods. Seems like the trade drama is far from over! (Read More)

🎥 What to watch this weekend

​This weekend, catch The Diplomat in theaters.

John Abraham stars as diplomat J.P. Singh, who embarks on a daring mission to rescue an Indian woman trapped in Pakistan after a forced marriage. Inspired by true events!

Check out the trailer!

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They offer the best Indian flavours by far, with plenty of options for veg lovers, including Jain choices, as well as irresistible pasta, milkshakes, and more.

Don’t forget to give them a try this weekend,
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Holi Fun Across Alberta - Get Ready to Party!🌈

"🎉 Get ready to celebrate Holi with vibrant colors and endless fun in Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer! 

Join us for an unforgettable event filled with music, dance, and of course, the joy of color! 🙌 Let’s spread happiness and make this Holi unforgettable! 💥
 Don't miss out – bring your friends and family! 🎊 

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— Keyur
Desi Dispatch

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