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It's a vote to have a vote. Heather Yourex-West reports on when Albertans will head to the polls over whether their province should divorce Canada, and how the question is sparking anger from all sides. David Akin has reaction from federal leaders, and how Alberta separatism compares to Quebec separatism. Mike Armstrong looks at the new measures at Canadian airports to screen for Ebola, and how an...

An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit had to be diverted to Montreal because it was carrying a passenger from the Democratic Republic of Congo, one of three countries subject to a U.S. travel ban because of Ebola virus fears. Mike Armstrong reports on the mid-air diversion, why the passenger was able to board in the first place, and the challenging scramble to create a vaccine. Heather Yourex...

Hosting the World Cup will cost Canadian taxpayers a staggering $1 billion, or $82 million per game, according to the parliamentary budget officer. Eric Sorensen explains how the money is being spent, how it compares to previous World Cups, why critics say it's a bad use of public money, and how some governments are justifying the costs. And Jillian Piper explains how Canada and the U.S. are respo...

The Snowbirds will soon be temporarily out of commission for the first time in more than 50 years. Heather Yourex-West explains why the iconic aerial performers won't be taking off again until the early 2030s. Heidi Petracek explains why a proposal to rework a much despised hydroelectricity deal between Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador is being rejected. Jillian Piper explains how soaring ener...

Vincent McAviney reports on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the struggle to contain this dangerous strain, and why one doctor says the outbreak was detected too late. Seán O'Shea reports on southern Ontario's hot spell; how Toronto officials are taking extra precautions to keep people cool; and which Canadian city got snow this long weekend. Jackson Proskow explains how U.S...

A global health emergency is declared over an outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Plus, why a Conservative MP is visiting Taiwan, defying threats from China. And the Canadian setting world records for tree planting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Canadian cruise ship passenger quarantined in B.C. tests positive for hantavirus. What we know about the patient and their condition. Plus, thousands in London march in rival protests, as the British prime minister faces political turmoil. And the structure by famed architect Antoni Gaudi that's now open to the public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alberta's contentious pipeline proposal is closer to reality. Mackenzie Gray reports on the pact between the province and Ottawa, and what this might mean for the Alberta separatist movement; Eric Sorensen looks at the backlash; and David Akin tells you about the politics involved. Jillian Piper reports on the Supreme Court's landmark ruling about intimate partner violence survivors being able to...

Prime Minister Mark Carney is promising to double Canada's electricity grid, which is already under strain as demand for power soars across the country. Mackenzie Gray explains the plan's timeline, how much it will cost, Carney's promise to lower energy bills, and the potential impact on the environment. Jillian Piper explains why Honda is indefinitely parking its plan to build an electric vehicle...

The federal government has struck a deal with Alberta to raise industrial carbon prices, clearing a major hurdle towards building a new crude oil pipeline to B.C. Mackenzie Gray looks at what both governments have agreed to, why B.C. Premier David Eby is not happy about it, and what still needs to happen to get shovels in the ground. Heather Yourex-West reports on the Mikisew Cree First Nation's l...

U.S. President Donald Trump is about to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time since 2017. Jackson Proskow looks at what's at stake for the leaders of the world's two most powerful countries, Trump's optimistic tone, and what his priorities are. Pressure is piling on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign after his Labour Party's poor showing in local elections. Redmond S...

All the Canadian passengers from the MV Hondius cruise struck by hantavirus in the southern Atlantic Ocean are now back in the country and self-isolating. Heidi Petracek reports on what we're learning about some of them, how they're doing, and the cruise captain's message to the public. And it's understandable this outbreak is triggering unease and flashbacks to the COVID-19 pandemic, but as Mike...

Passengers of the hantavirus-hit ship disembark, including four Canadians who are now back on home soil. How health officials are trying to contain the spread. Plus, U.S. President Trump condemns Tehran's response to the latest American peace proposal. And the Mother's Day events held across Canada, including those struggling with loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

The Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship prepares to arrive in the Canary Islands, amid plans to evacuate passengers. Plus, the tragedy and the calls for change over selling energy drinks to kids. And a look at Colombia's 'cocaine hippos' descended from animals owned by notorious drug dealer Pablo Escobar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More Canadians have been caught up in the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius. Heidi Petracek reports on the latest precautions and reassurances, as health officials prepare for the ship's arrival. Jillian Piper looks at how Canada's youth unemployment rose in April. Mackenzie Gray reports from Brockville, Ont., where a teenager has been charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of a mother...

At least 12 countries, including Canada, are working to trace passengers who disembarked from a luxury cruise ship before cases of the deadly hantavirus were confirmed onboard. Heidi Petracek reports on the Canadians being monitored, and how the World Health Organization is trying to alleviate fears of another pandemic. And Mike Armstrong has the fresh details about how two passengers could have c...

Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney claims his personal information was exposed during an online meeting of the Centurion Project, an Alberta separatist group accused of exposing the names and addresses of millions of that province's voters. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Kenney is threatening legal action, how Alberta's governing UCP party is reacting, and the evidence of foreign meddling in th...

Canada's next governor general will be Louise Arbour. David Akin reports on Arbour's remarkable resume, and what she's promising to do in her new role. As the World Health Organization confirms the hantavirus outbreak on a luxury ⁠cruise ‌ship held off West Africa, Heidi Petracek looks at the safety measures being taken on the ship, and how the virus might have spread. PrescribeIT is intended to m...

Jillian Piper reports on the federal government's lifeline to Canadian steel, aluminum, and copper businesses drowning in U.S. tariffs, as calls grow pleading for help for other struggling industries. David Akin explains how Canada and the European Union are strengthening their trade ties, and Carney's new commitment to Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression. The U.S. and Israel's ceasefire wit...

Iran presents a proposal to end the war in 30 days -- why U.S. President Donald Trump is unlikely to accept it. Plus, a look back to the devastating fires in Fort McMurray, Alberta, a decade later. And the mysterious murder of a Montreal police officer that remains unsolved after 30 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. president vows to pull thousands of troops out of Germany, after the country's chancellor slams the war with Iran. Plus, discount airline Spirit ceases operations, leaving customers on both sides of the border scrambling. And the dangerous ripple effects as B.C. loses more of its glaciers to climate change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Calgary father is accused of murdering his two young children. As Coleen Christie explains, the victims' bodies were found in the man's vehicle yesterday morning. As blockades remain at the Strait of Hormuz, Heidi Petracek reports on gas prices soaring to near record levels, and Heather Yourex-West explains why U.S. President Donald Trump says he doesn't need congressional approval to continue h...

The personal information of millions of Alberta voters has been made public. Bianca Millions reports on the list that was allegedly obtained illegally before it was posted online for all to see. Mackenzie Gray reports on U.S. President Donald Trump authorizing a proposed pipeline that would revive parts of the Keystone XL pipeline, after previously saying the U.S. doesn't need Canadian oil. Heathe...

More than two months after one of Canada's worst mass shootings, some families in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. are now suing OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT. As Catherine Urquhart explains, the families are accusing the company and its founder Sam Altman of failing to warn police about the shooter's troubling online behaviour. The Bank of Canada is again holding its key interest rate at 2.25 per cent, but war...

The federal government unveils its spring economic update. David Akin reports on the unprecedented strategy to beef up the skilled trades workforce, what's happening to Canada Pension Plan contributions, and what's missing from the announcement. Jillian Piper reports on Shell's $22-billion takeover of ARC Resources. Heather Yourex-West reports from Washington, D.C. on King Charles's candid address...