Canada

Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area, celebrated for its rich natural beauty, multicultural population, and strong democratic values. It operates as a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy, with King Charles III serving as the ceremonial head of state. The political structure features a federal government, led by the Prime Minister, and provincial governments managing local affairs. Canada is a key member of global organizations like the United Nations, NATO, G7, and the Commonwealth, often playing an influential role in international diplomacy, peacekeeping, and humanitarian efforts.

The current ruling party in Canada is the Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who has been in office since 2015. Trudeau's administration has focused on policies related to climate change, healthcare, indigenous rights, and immigration reform. The main opposition is the Conservative Party of Canada, currently led by Pierre Poilievre, who advocates for economic growth, lower taxes, and stricter immigration controls. Other significant parties include the New Democratic Party (NDP), led by Jagmeet Singh, which emphasizes social justice and progressive policies, and the Bloc Québécois, which primarily represents Quebec's interests and sovereignty.

Canada’s bilateral relations with India are significant, largely due to the sizable Indian diaspora that has settled in cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. However, recent diplomatic tensions have arisen, especially concerning the Khalistan movement, which seeks a separate Sikh state and has been a controversial topic in India-Canada relations. Allegations of interference in internal affairs and diplomatic rows over this issue have affected bilateral ties.

In August 2024, BOOM fact-checked a viral screenshot from The Washington Post, falsely claiming that Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a pro-Khalistan leader, staged an attack on himself.

BOOM found that no such article existed, with The Washington Post confirming the screenshot to be fake, debunking the misleading claim.