federal government: Premiers seeking opt-out provision to Canada Jobs Grant, according to Globe and Mail. Video: Morsi supporters defiantly hold night vigils in Cairo video The proposal by the federal government to create a Canada Job Grant program for the unemployed has the provincial governments incensed, increasing the tension between Ottawa and the provinces. The Job Grant program which is to provide money for unemployed Canadians to purchase job training courses will only come into existence if the provinces agree. Right now, they are unwilling to co-operate with Ottawas plan, fearing both a loss of autonomy and money. More Related to this Story John Ibbitson Premiers to face off against Ottawa over #039;flawed #039; job program Video (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Prince Harry Sentebale: By George, its a baby boy, Letters July 27, according to The Star. Happy stories are few and far between. This baby is privileged and has the opportunity to grow up and make a difference in this troubled world, like Prince Charles Princes Trust and Prince Harry Sentebale in Africa . Dianas influence lives on in Prince William and he will no doubt raise his son in similar fashion and Re: By George, its a baby boy, Letters July 27 I cant believe the negativity in the letters to the editor regarding the birth of Prince George. Finally, a heart-warming story of a handsome couple with a beautiful baby headlined around the world instead of stories and pictures of wars, refugee camps, train wrecks, and murders. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

gay pride events: Russia has passed a new law banning gay propaganda a catch-all that prohibits gay pride events and providing information to minors on non-traditional relationships, and exposes those who express pro-gay views to prosecution. Foreigners can be hit with fines of about $3,000, and 15 days in a Russian jail. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. Vodka boycott in U.S. grows in reaction to anti-gay laws in Russia A chilling Russian warning to gay athletes heading to the Sochi Winter Olympics is sparking new outrage from Ottawa and elsewhere over the hosts anti-gay laws. Russian sports minister says anti-gay rights law will be enforced during Sochi Olympics (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Canaport Energy East Marine Terminal: SAINT JOHN, N.B. Irving Oil says it plans to build a $300-million marine terminal in Saint John, N.B., following an announcement from TransCanada Corp. TSX:TRP that it has decided to proceed with its Energy East Pipeline project, according to The Chronicle Herald. The Canaport Energy East Marine Terminal will connect TransCanadas Energy East Pipeline to an ice-free, deepwater port, said Irving Oil president Paul Browning. It will allow Canadian producers direct access to world markets for exporting Canadian oil via the worlds largest crude carrying vessels and The private New Brunswick company issued a statement Thursday saying the Canaport Energy East Marine Terminal at its refinery in Saint John would handle crude oil flowing from western Canada and export it to world markets. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird: OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird denounced Russia's controversial new anti-gay law as hateful Thursday, saying it could incite violence. , according to Winnipeg Free Press. Baird outlined the details of eight meetings, dating back to January, during which Canadian officials pushed the issue with the Russians, before and after President Vladimir Putin signed the controversial bill into law in June. Minister of Foreign Affairs John Baird responds to a question during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Monday June 3, 2013. Baird denounced Russia's controversial new anti-gay law as hateful Thursday, saying it could incite violence. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick In an exclusive interview with The Canadian Press, Baird described how Canada has worked behind the scenes to persuade Russia not to follow through with the law. Related Items Articles Russian sports minister says anti-gay law will be enforced during Sochi Olympics (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Canaport Energy East Marine Terminal: Irving Oil signalled its plans to build the Canaport Energy East Marine Terminal at its refinery mere hours after TransCanada Corp. TSX:TRP announced it would proceed with the Energy East Pipeline, an ambitious $12-billion project, according to CTV. "We believe the marine terminal is really just the first of many investments, not just for Irving Oil, but for many companies to take advantage of the fact that we're bringing a whole new industry into Saint John which is crude oil export," said Irving Oil president Paul Browning and SAINT JOHN, N.B. -- For a city that has seen its share of booms and busts, a proposal to build a new $300-million marine terminal in Saint John to help ship Alberta oil to lucrative markets abroad was welcomed Thursday as a much-needed economic shot in the arm. The private New Brunswick company, which has mused about the possibility of constructing such a facility in past months, said their decision to go ahead with the terminal was the result of the deep private sector interest in the west-to-east pipeline project. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Wilson Fuel Co.: Dave Collins, a vice-president of Wilson Fuel Co. , said Thursday the Energy East pipeline might shave a cent or two off retail prices after it reaches Saint John in 2018, according to The Chronicle Herald. It takes time for the market to react. But within a year or so, it should have a positive impact for consumers and The $12-billion plan to supply eastern Canada with western crude could bring somewhat lower prices at the pumps in Nova Scotia, industry officials and observers say. It should help depress price but dont expect it to happen the minute the pipe turns on, he said in an interview. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

President Barack Obama: In its first public response to Russias move in defiance of U.S. wishes, the Obama administration said it was not a positive development for U.S.-Russia relations and said that it undermined Russias record of law enforcement co-operation with the U.S. The White House added that it is re-evaluating whether President Barack Obama should attend an upcoming summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. Russia grants Snowden temporary asylum, angering Washington The United States is extremely disappointed in Russias decision to grant asylum to National Security Agency leaker Edward Snowden, the White House said Thursday. Snowden will cease leaks, start to build a new life in Russia (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

CBSA: Clive Moore was arrested by the Toronto Immigration Task Force, which includes CBSA and RCMP officers, on the afternoon of July 24, said Maja Graham, spokesperson for the CBSA. Moore was listed on the CBSA's wanted list, according to CBC. Graham would not say what citizenship Moore currently holds, but his birthplace is Guyana. On the CBSA's website, this last known address is listed as Mississauga and The Canada Border Service Agency announced Thursday the arrest in Hamilton of a man with multiple serious convictions in the U.S. Moore is not allowed into Canada and was previously deported from the U.S. for his previous convictions, Graham said. He has convictions for trafficking narcotics, burglary, trespassing and larceny unlawful acquisition of someone else's personal property . If his offences were committed in Canada, they would constitute Canadian offences, the CBSA said in a release. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.

Edward Snowden: Anatoly Kucherena, a Russian lawyer who is assisting Snowden, said the 30-year-old has found shelter in a private home of American expatriates after leaving Moscow's Sheremetyevo airport following more than five weeks in limbo there, according to Reuters. But Snowden's promise does not extend to the WikiLeaks anti-secrecy group to which he has already handed over much of his material, Kucherena said. He has also said that Snowden does not believe his earlier leaks had done harm to his homeland and MOSCOW - U.S. fugitive Edward Snowden will publish no more leaks but instead look to build a life in Russia where he has been granted a year-long asylum, his lawyer said on Thursday. A pledge not to publish more information that could harm the United States was the condition under which Russian President Vladimir Putin said the American could receive safe harbor. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.