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The streets of Toronto were awash with rainbows and party goers wearing stylish costumes - for Canada's largest Pride celebration. But this year's event, and others like it, are facing ongoing pressure as 2SLGBTQ+ rights come under attack in many parts of the world. Also: It's no secret -- Canadians love their lager. One, long-gone symbol of that Canada's love-affair with beer -- the stubby. The s...

The bill is coming due for U.S. tech firms. Starting Monday, companies like Amazon, Google and Meta will soon owe Canada billions in back taxes. You'll hear more on what Canada's digital services tax does - and why it's upended months of trade talks between Canada and the U.S. Also: Inside Israel, protesters have returned to the centre of Tel Aviv after a two week disruption caused by the war with...

U.S. President Donald Trump says trade talks with Canada are off. He announced the suspension on this Truth Social site, sending Canadian officials scrambling. He complained about a tax on big tech companies and later in the oval office said Canada has been difficult to deal with. And: CBC News has learned a well-known, former Iranian regime official is in Canada, even though the government barred...

One day after the evacuation order was lifted in Denare Beach, Saskatchewan, residents say the province failed them. The Wolf fire destroyed more than 200 buildings, in a community of 700 people. Some residents say the premier should have called in more help to protect their homes. And: Albertans are wondering — who will pay for their Covid vaccines? The province has said it will only pay to vacci...

Canada and its NATO allies are digging deeper to plump up their defense budgets – agreeing to spend five per cent of GDP. It's a major shift for Canada, which failed to meet previous NATO targets of two per cent. And: Statistics Canada has compiled its first report on what landlords are asking for their rental units. And it’s no surprise that rents have climbed – a lot – in some major cities. But...

A shaky ceasefire between Israel and Iran and an irate U.S. president. While the fighting has stopped, it’s still not clear what is next for the Middle East. People in Iran and Israel say they want calm. And: CBC’s Briar Stewart is in Turkey, at the border with Iran. She brings us the stories of people crossing both ways – some getting away from any danger, and some going home, now that the ceasef...

Iran strikes back — hitting a U.S. base in Qatar, housing thousands of American troops. This in retaliation for the U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites this weekend. No casualties are reported in today’s attack, and President Trump thanked Iran for their early warning. And: The kids may not be all right. Extreme heat across Ontario and Quebec raised questions about the condition of our schools a...

The United States has squarely inserted itself into Israel's war with Iran. Trump-administration officials say they aren't pursuing regime change, but Iran says the US has crossed a red line. And it is vowing retaliation. And: Monday, June 23rd, is the 40th anniversary of the largest mass murder in Canadian history. 329 people were killed in the Air India bombing. And one image from that scene is...

Ceremony, song, and dance are ringing across Canada today. Hundreds of events are commemorating National Indigenous Peoples Day. The jubilant gatherings carry a message of self-determination and resilience. But also continued calls to action. And: Israel's military says it is preparing for a prolonged war against Iran. Meanwhile, Turkey says it is ready to facilitate nuclear talks between Iran and...

Iran attends nuclear talks with European leaders as the Israel-Iran war persists. Israeli airstrikes target facilities near Tehran and Iranian ballistic missiles send millions of people to bomb shelters in Israel. While the conflict shows no sign of easing, many fear the plight of Gazan civilians and Israeli hostages held by Hamas is forgotten. And: Wine sales overall are down across Canada. But t...

Prime Minister Mark Carney takes steps to protect Canada’s steel and aluminum industries from U.S. tariffs, including plans to adjust counter-levies by July 21st, depending on how much progress is made with the Trump administration. Also: As Israel and Iran trade airstrikes for a seventh day, the U.S. President delivers a timeline for determining whether to send American warplanes into the conflic...

Fighting between Israel and Iran is in its sixth day. Thousands of people have fled Tehran to get away from Israel’s bombing campaign. They - and the world - are waiting to see what the U.S. President does next. Asked about whether his country would take a more active role in the bombing, Donald Trump said, “I may do it, I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m going to do.” And: As the world waits...

The rhetoric and violence are both escalating on all sides in the Iran-Israel war. U.S. President Donald Trump is now demanding Iran’s unconditional surrender, while appearing to threaten the country’s supreme leader. Iran and Israel are firing missiles at each other. And Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hints at regime change – in Iran. Also: Mark Carney is trying to make the most of wha...

G7 leaders gather in Kananaskis, Alberta to talk about the global economy, trade tariffs and other issues. The G7 is hosted this year by Prime Minister Mark Carney. He had bilateral meetings with a number of leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump. The Israel - Iran conflict was front and centre. Also: The Israel - Iran war shows no sign of letting up. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanya...

Neither Israel or Iran seem willing to take down the temperature. The scope of attacks is expanding. The number of people killed and wounded is climbing higher. World leaders in Europe, North America, and the Middle East continue to push for diplomacy. But the back and forth bombardment shows no signs of slowing down.  Also: Kananaskis, Alberta will be commanding the world's attention this we...

There are no signs of deescalation. For the second night in a row, Iran attacked Israel with missiles and drones - sending millions of Israelis into bomb shelters. At the same time, Israel was carrying out attacks of its own. And leaders for both countries are threatening more destruction.  Also: In Minnesota, A desperate hunt is underway after a gunman, dressed as a police officer, kills a s...

A massive barrage of missiles, and reports of destroyed nuclear sites. There’s fear in the Middle East and around the world about the exchange of fire between Israel and Iran. Israel has killed Iran’s top military commanders, and hit key nuclear sites. Iran has sent dozens of missiles to major cities in Israel. Many have been intercepted, but Israel has already vowed to retaliate. We have the late...

At least one Canadian was on board Air India flight 171, when it crashed into a residential area in Ahmedabad, India, killing all but one of the 242 people on the plane, and several others on the ground. It’s the first fatal crash for a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The jet was 11 years old, with no major problems previously reported. So — what made it drop from the sky less than a minute after taking of...

Canada and the U.S. appear to be making progress toward a trade agreement. CBC News and Radio-Canada have learned about a working document outlining details of a potential deal. And: New graduates are facing the worst unemployment rate in (non-pandemic) years. One expert says the numbers are the canary in the coal mine – warning of danger ahead for the entire Canadian economy. Also: It’s a cold we...

Not enough information, and not enough financial support. Wildfire evacuees in Saskatchewan say the province just isn’t stepping up. They say they’re waiting too long for help, and some of it comes in the form of gift certificates for stores hundreds of kilometres away. And: Squamish, B.C., has declared a local state of emergency, and warned some residents to be on alert to evacuate. A fire nearby...

In an announcement including billions of spending on defence, Prime Minister Mark Carney says the era of U.S. dominance is ending. Carney says Canada must stop relying on the Americans for protection, and will meet the NATO military spending target of two per cent of GDP by March. That will mean arming the military with new subs, armored vehicles, and drones, and an increased focus on the Arctic,...

Ottawa has deployed cargo planes and other military aircraft to evacuate Sandy Lake First Nation in Ontario - as a wildfire surrounds the community . You'll hear the story of how a construction crew trapped by the fires escaped to safety.  Also: Outside a Los Angeles prison, protesters are staring down federal law enforcement - including National Guard troops. President Donald Trump deployed...

In Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, B.C. - the number of evacuation orders are climbing higher, just as massive wildfires in western Canada continue to swell. Those flames send smoke into the atmosphere -- prompting warnings to the east, and in parts of the United States. Also: Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man mistakenly deported to El Salvador by the Trump Administration, is back in the U.S. But he...

One Canadian Economy – not just a bill tabled today in the House of Commons, but a cornerstone of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s policy approach. Carney invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 in Alberta later this month. The relationship between the two countries has been strained for several years. The RCMP has detailed allegations accusing agents of the Indian government of playing...

Canada’s trade deficit with the rest of the world is the largest it's ever been. It’s the starkest indication of how tariffs from the U.S. are affecting Canada. Economists say the numbers are ugly, and could lead to months-long freefall. And: Simmering tension between the president and Elon Musk has bubbled over. Donald Trump is now threatening to end all of Musk’s government contracts – which are...