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Washington's ambassador to Canada signals a potential trade deal before the end of 2026 as Democrats push back on Trump's tariffs; New data shows Canada's unemployment rate climbed last month, with younger workers also facing rising unemployment. John Vennavally-Rao takes a closer look; Ottawa unveils a multi-billion-dollar plan to end homelessness within 10 years, but questions remain a...

In the 2026 budget tabled in the House of Commons on Thursday, Finance Minister Francois Philippe Champagne revealed $142.1 billion in new tax incentives, spending and other measures over the next five years. The budget also details a further $9.4-billion in new spending that was announced between the spring economic update and the new budget. For example, Carney’s July pledge to help fund t...

U.S. media is reporting the Democrats have taken control of the U.S. House of representatives, setting the stage for the second half of Trump's presidency; Democrats flip multiple key Senate seats as midterm results emerge, raising questions about Trump's influence and control of Congress. Joy Malbon reports; and, Vassy Kapelos examines how Democrats winning the House could affect Canada-U.S. trad...

Canada’s plan to become an associate member of the EU has left some students wondering if studying abroad will become more accessible; Canada continues trade discussions with the U.S., but Trump’s ‘concept of a deal’ has created some confusion; time zones throughout Canada just got more confusing as the debate over daylight savings time continues; and more.

Beth Macdonell reports on new details in the Bridle Path home invasion, including how police linked a hospital patient to the attack after his release; Canada's invests in an AI company with German ties as Ottawa's push to protect digital sovereignty; with the rise of cervical cancer among Canadian women, efforts to encourage screening and early detection are at the forefront; and more.

Genevieve Beauchemin reports on the progress made by Canada and the European Union and why Canada being an ‘associate member’ is not out of the picture; Kathy Le reports on the reaction by Hockey Canada as they try to determine the impact of the ruling ahead of the World Juniors coming to Alberta in December; Adrian Ghobrial has more on the complex attack on Binance and why some expert...

Judy Trinh has more on the new framework announced by the federal government and how it aims to bolster Canada’s capabilities to protect key resources; Genevieve Beauchemin reports on the meeting between Canadian and European leaders as they aim to take the alliances to historic new heights; Andrew Johnson shares the story of Maya Gebala, who has been released from the hospital after being c...

Judy Trinh reports on the Bank of Canada’s decision to increase its benchmark interest rate in response to inflation and international instability; A deadly crash between two Spanish passenger trains has left at least 68 people dead with several Canadians in unknown condition. Adrian Ghobrial reports; and, a Toronto lab is researching CTE, a brain disease that can only be diagnosed after dea...

Prime Minister Carney says U.S. President Trump is moving closer to Canada's position amid mixed signals from Washington; Cleveland-Cliffs wants to meet with Industry Minister Mélanie Joly as she demands a timeline to reverse planned job cuts at Stelco; From B.C. to Ontario and Quebec, voters are increasingly choosing change over long-serving political leaders. 

Advance voting has reached record highs in recent elections across Toronto, Quebec and Manitoba;  With midterms approaching, political pressure on U.S. President Trump could shape accelerated trade negotiations with Canada; Montreal police face scrutiny as investigators examine allegations of an officer’s conduct involving homeless people. 

Andrew Johnson observes the dramatic victory of the B.C. Conservatives and the political blunder that led to the collapse of the B.C. NDP; Maria Sarrouh has more on how some communities in P.E.I. are struggling to find enough people to run in their municipal elections; Alberta's referendum results have reignited discussions about immigration in Canada and the direction the federal government will...

B.C. has officially elected interim Conservative Party leader Lorne Doerkson as premier after David Eby called a snap election, P.E.I. schools say fewer international students are leading to increased tuition pressures for domestic students in the province; Carney’s new strategic partnership includes a plan for trade, defence, and energy, but not all Canadians are convinced; and more.

U.S. President Trump signals a broader Canada-U.S. trade deal is close as tariff exemptions emerge ahead of key U.S. midterm elections; PM Carney meets Turkish energy and defence firms in Istanbul as Canada seeks closer ties amid scrutiny of Türkiye’s human rights record; Preliminary referendum results show support for greater provincial control over immigration, prompting other pr...

Five days after the fatal CFB Wainwright fire, military officials give an update on the injured and the investigation into the tragedy; Fake fundraisers are targeting the grieving families and friends of fallen Wainwright soldiers, including those of Pte. Shaun Farrell; Industry Minister Mélanie Joly gives Stelco’s U.S. owners 15 days to reverse layoff notices. Mike Le Couteur ex...

Graham Richardson breaks down a fact sheet released by the U.S. embassy, which includes a list of quotes indicating Canada is trying to influence U.S. voters; Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled their plan to help Canadian manufacturers impacted by U.S. tariffs. Mike Le Couteur explains; Genevieve Beauchemin reports on what cybersecurity experts are warning could be t...

More than three-quarters of Albertans voted to stay in Canada, while some one in four backed exploring separation; The Quebec government is breaking with royal tradition by swearing in cabinet ministers without the lieutenant-governor; Emotions run high as families grieve four killed servicemen and await updates on 33 injured soldiers, many suffering severe burns. Kathy Le reports.

Albertans headed to the polls for a historic vote on separation, decidedly voting to remain part of Canada; a grieving community begins the long road to recovery after tragedy at CFB Wainwright; a Canadian couple who voted in Quebec’s 1995 separation referendum faced a similar moment in Alberta; and more.

The friends and families of the four victims from the deadly fire on the Wainwright military base mourn throughout the country; hospitals and emergency medical teams acted quickly to respond to the fire that injured dozens of people and killed four others; King Charles and Queen Camilla are among those sending well wishes; and more.

Officials say a large fire has broken out at an armed forces military base in Wainwright, Alberta; hundreds in Calgary marches in support of staying in Canada, while the opposite sentiment was felt at a demonstration in Edmonton; Manitoba farmers are calling on the RCMP to investigate a string of cattle thefts over the last several years; and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith urge voters in the province's separation referendum to remain in Canada; Abigail Bimman breaks down nine additional ballot questions Albertans will have to consider that could shape the province’s future; A deadly bus explosion sparks safety concerns about the hundreds of compressed natural gas buses in service across Canada....

A decade-long Canadian study explores how ultra-processed foods may affect body fat, metabolism, and the risks of stroke and dementia; Canadians are urged to check their cheese after a nationwide recall of various brands due to Listeria contamination; Kathy Le reports from Coutts, Alta., where residents weigh separatist sentiment, cross-border trade, and the community’s role in Can...

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra is warning Canadians to stay out of U.S. politics ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Abigail Bimman has the details; Heather Wright reports on the response by Labour Minister Melanie Joly after Stelco’s American owner defended its decision to cut jobs at its Ontario plant; Alex Karpa shares the human story behind the beloved character Winnie the Pooh...

Advance polling is underway in Alberta's separation referendum and on nine other issues, with turnout key to the vote's outcome; Prime Minister Mark Carney is criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump’s diesel fuel supply agreement with Russia; A fatal incident at a Six Flags park has triggered safety reviews and ride closures at amusement parks across North America. 

As Alberta prepares for a non-binding separation referendum, federal leaders are taking their message directly to voters to keep the province in Canada; Federal agents executed a search warrant at the home of Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar weeks before the U.S. midterm elections; A new report warns that ChatGPT may not be safe for teens, raising concerns about the chatbot’s use for...

Students at private career colleges say the OSAP payment freeze could add extra strain to Ontario's health care system; P.E.I. local Randy Garrett volunteered with Jeeps For Peace to help deliver humanitarian aid in war-torn Ukraine; cannabis store staff members are urging the provincial government to provide better safety legislation after a woman was assaulted; and more.