Feds say 6.6 million 'unsafe vehicles' on the road
Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 02 Aug, 2023 10:52 AM
The federal government says some 6.6 million unsafe vehicles are likely on the road despite having unresolved safety recalls.
Transport Canada estimated in an analysis from June that one in five of the 33.3 million vehicles registered as of 2019 have outstanding recalls but continue to ply the streets and highways, potentially endangering occupants and other road users.
The department is proposing new rules that would require companies that issue a safety recall to quickly post related information on their website in order to boost awareness and fix the defect.
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According to Sikh Heritage British Columbia, its philosophy is providing a space where the Sikh community can connect with each other and with neighbouring communities to help each other prosper, learn and grow.
Police located two adult males suffering from gun shot wounds. Sadly, one victim succumbed to his injuries on scene, while the second was transported to hospital. A suspect vehicle was observed fleeing the scene and shortly after, a similar vehicle was located on fire in the 6700-block of 224 Street in Langley.
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The department has alleged at least two people were assaulted but did not provide further details. Chow says policing demonstrations and protests are challenging, and protecting the right to free speech is "one of the most important" aspects of the job.
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