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Are you concerned about the future? Tired of divisiveness? Join political commentator and changemaker Van Jones on a journey to find unifying solutions to our country’s biggest problems. Each week, Van and his guests explore topics that affect us all—from climate change to prison reform, from voting rights to political polarization. In Uncommon Ground with Van Jones, you’ll hear inspiring, hopeful and unique perspectives on what it takes to create meaningful change and foster productive dial ...
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Wrap your day with the world’s biggest stories. We set the bar on the daily news catch-up, going deeper on news stories that speak to the moment. An evening news podcast updated seven days a week, from CBC News. Sort out what's real, what's relevant and what’s truly new, from a Canadian perspective, with hosts Susan Bonner and Stephanie Skenderis. Context, analysis and surprise — all in about 25 minutes.
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The federal Liberals insist they’re more united than ever — one day after a cabinet minister quit over changing environmental policies. And: U.S. President Donald Trump vows to “permanently pause” immigration from what he calls Third World countries, after an Afghan national who had been granted asylum is accused of shooting two National Guard memb…
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Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith agree to a pipeline proposal that could flow oil through British Columbia to the Pacific Coast. The partnership is billed as a win for cooperation between Alberta and Ottawa, but it’s already creating some political loss, in the form of pushback from B.C., and a resignation from the Carn…
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Dozens of people are dead after a massive fire in Hong Kong. Many people are still missing. The fire still isn’t out, and there’s no word on the cause, but many fingers are pointing to bamboo scaffolding that caused flames to spread very quickly. And: Ottawa announces support for steel and lumber industries coping with U.S. tariffs. The plan includ…
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Remembering Colleen Jones. The 65-year-old was a world champion curler, and a member of the Order of Canada. She was also a longtime CBC personality, telling the stories of Canadians over a career that spanned four decades, starting in 1986 as Halifax’s first woman sports anchor. Jones died today following a battle with cancer. And: For a deal that…
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The federal Conservatives attack the Prime Minister for appearing fed up over recent reporter questions about U.S. trade talks. Pierre Poilievre wants to know where Mark Carney’s promised deal is. A month has passed since negotiations fell apart because of Ontario’s anti-tariff ad. Carney says he might visit the White House ‘soon.’ And: A U.S. fede…
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The Trump administration is presenting its 28-point peace plan to end the war between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva. But some European leaders at the meeting say the document heavily favours Russia. Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney is returning to Canada from the G20 summit, one step closer to a trade deal with India. The two nations have agreed to …
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Prime Minister Mark Carney is in South Africa this weekend meeting with world leaders and delegates at the G20 summit. Carney is hoping to expand Canada's trade ties beyond the United States, Trump boycotted the summit and didn't send any representatives. But there were pressing geopolitical issues, mainly Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Also: The CO…
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A confrontation with a grizzly bear has left students and a teacher in B.C. seriously hurt. They were on an outing from an independent school run by the Nuxalk Nation in Bella Coola. Officials say a teacher took the brunt of it trying to fight off the bear. And: Ukraine’s president says his country faces a hard choice. Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to …
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U.S. President Donald Trump accuses multiple Democratic lawmakers of sedition, and says it is punishable by death. They are all military or intelligence veterans, who made a video reminding active military they are obliged to refuse illegal orders. And: Alberta's premier says a B.C. proposal to expand the Trans Mountain pipeline isn’t enough. Danie…
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He’s a former Canadian Olympian — and one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives. And the U.S. is now offering $15 million for information leading to the arrest of Ryan Wedding. RCMP Commissioner Michael Duheme was in Washington for a joint news conference with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, after seven Canadians were arrested — seven people official…
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Swedish officials are pitching a big defence deal to Canada. Officials are courting Ottawa to supply the military with fighter jets — which could mean thousands of jobs here in Canada. But any deal could collapse a long-standing agreement with the United States. And: Fighter jets were also on the agenda in Washington. The White House hosted Saudi's…
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Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government faced a crucial test — with a vote on their budget. Despite drama throughout the day, the government’s economic plan for the country passed. 170 MPs voted in favour of the budget; 168 voted against. Passage of the budget ensured that the country did not face the possibility of a snap election. And: Death rate…
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It's the biggest night in Canadian football - as more than 30,000 fans watch the Saskatchewan Roughriders take on the Montreal Alouettes in the CFL's 112th Grey Cup. You'll hear about the rivalry between the two teams, as well as the CFL's recent rule changes and Prime Minister Mark Carney's appearance at the game. Also: The arrival of the U.S. mil…
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It's been more than six months since anyone has seen Lily and Jack Sullivan.The two small children from rural Nova Scotia dissapeared in May. All searches so far, have turned up nothing. But their family and community are not ready to give up. They have started a new search - that is being described as a last-ditch effort before winter sets in. Als…
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As Prime Minister Mark Carney announces a new fossil fuel project, delegates at the COP30 summit are asking — how serious is Canada’s commitment to the environment? And: The Parliamentary Budget Officer predicts the Liberals will blow past many of the projections set out in last week's budget. And he says it’s unlikely the government will meet its …
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The Prime Minister has announced the second batch of major infrastructure projects. There is a focus on mining and energy. And that is raising concerns by some about the environmental impacts. And: The new study offering clues to a rise in colorectal cancer among young adults—both men and women alike. Also: The day after the release of emails sugge…
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Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre took questions today for the first time since losing two MPs. And he said he has no plans to change his leadership style. He says he’s the only leader trying to make life affordable for Canadians. And: Donald Trump "knew about the girls.” That’s one of the comments in emails released from convicted sex offender …
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Ceremonies of remembrance mark the sacrifices of Canadian soldiers. And: Some veterans say budget changes mean they’ll get less money in their disability pensions. Also: Major League Baseball has been thrown a curveball. Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers face a host of federal charges. They are accused of taking bribes from sports betters for riggin…
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Canada loses its measles elimination status, meaning it can no longer claim to be measles-free. Since the fall of 2024, Canada has recorded more than 5,000 measles cases in nine provinces and one territory. And: Alberta has its first flu death of the season. It may be a sign of things to come, as experts warn the country could be facing “the worst …
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Chris D'Entremont, the former conservative MP who crossed the floor to join the Liberals this week, speaks to CBC News in an exclusive interview. He says the treatment he recieved from some of the party's senoir members - is what convinced him to leave. Also: Typhoon Fung Wong has made landfall in the Philippines. It slammed ashore with winds reach…
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First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples have a long history of military service to this country. Though every major conflict -- and in times of peace. From before Canada was even a country, up to the present day. Their contributions are being honoured across the country today - as part of Indigenous Veterans Day. Also: Canadians so far are dodging t…
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The federal budget has passed its second big test in the House of Commons, as federal Conservatives wrap up a difficult week. One of their MP's crossed the floor to the Liberals, another says he is leaving Parliament altogether. And: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency culls the ostrich population on a farm in Edgewood, B.C. Yesterday, the Supreme …
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Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux resigns from Parliament. His decision didn’t come with an explanation. It makes it more likely the Liberals will be able to pass the federal budget in a few weeks. Also: The CFIA moves in to cull an ostrich herd in B.C., after a fight that went all the way to the Supreme Court. And: The U.S. government shutdown could h…
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Budget day brought a political shock, and a clearer indication of where Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to take the government. The shock—a floor crossing. MP Chris d’Entremont left the Conservatives to join the Liberals, saying Pierre Poilievre’s leadership style is too negative. And d’Entremont has hinted he may be the first, but won’t be the la…
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Mark Carney’s government -- now has a blueprint. An economic plan -- focused on capital upgrades to infrastructure, industry, housing and defence. It includes a 78-billion dollar deficit. And a political price -- still being calculated. Canada is back on the list of approved countries for Chinese group tourism. Beijing banned group tourism to many …
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The finance minister has new shoes, and tomorrow the new government will release its first budget. The pressure from the U.S. trade war is immense, and this is the government’s first fiscal update in almost a year. Prime Minister Mark Carney is promising a “generational” budget – one that will reset Canada’s economy. But the Liberals are three seat…
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Prime Minister Mark Carney is back from Asia - and facing a delicate political test at home. His government's first budget lands on Tuesday, setting the stage for a crucial confidence vote. He’ll need opposition support to pass it and right now - it's not clear where that will come from. Also: Voters cast their ballots across Quebec today for munic…
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It all comes down to this. Two teams, Nine innings - and a World Series title on the line. The Toronto Blue Jays have the hopes of an entire country on their shoulders, as they head into a winner-take-all final against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Also: The U.S. federal government shutdown has now passed the one month mark. As of today, a food benefit …
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Baseball fans around the country are on tenterhooks—waiting to see if the Toronto Blue Jays will win the World Series. A win tonight or tomorrow will seal the deal. And: U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s not resuming trade negotiations with Canada any time soon. He’s still angry about an ad by the Ontario government using a Ronald Reagan speech…
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U.S. President Donald Trump rates it “12 out of 10.” He says his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping was “amazing” and the U.S. will now trim its tariffs against China, as long as Beijing cracks down on the illicit fentanyl trade. He says China will also resume buying U.S. soybeans, and remove barriers to rare earths exports. And: Prime Minis…
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“Total devastation” — that’s how officials in Jamaica are describing the damage caused by Hurricane Melissa. And aid will be slow to arrive, as most of the country has no power, and the international airport is closed. What’s not helping — the AI-generated images of the storm and the aftermath. And: Their eyes met, but there’s no sign that Prime Mi…
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A massive Category 5 hurricane slams into Jamaica. Melissa made landfall as the strongest storm to hit the Caribbean island since records were first kept — 174 years ago. Hundreds of thousands are without power, and it will take days to assess the damage. And: Amazon lays off 14,000 corporate employees as the company invests in artificial intellige…
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Ontario’s premier says he’s not sorry for the ad that the U.S. President is blaming for cancelling trade negotiations with Canada. Donald Trump says he won’t be talking to Prime Minister Mark Carney for a while. But Doug Ford says Trump is mad because the ad worked. And: Alberta tables legislation to order teachers back to work. Also: Say cheese! T…
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There's been a wave of reaction to U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff threat on Canada. We have the latest on how both sides of the border are addressing it. Meanwhile, Mark Carney is in Malaysia for the ASEAN summit - trying to make the case that, in the face of global economic uncertainty, Canada remains a dependable trading partner. Als…
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Donald Trump says he's hitting Canada with a new tariff of 10 percent. The U.S. President made the latest threat Saturday, in a social media post that took even the Carney government by surprise, according to sources who spoke to CBC News. Its a further response to an anti-tariff ad put out by the Ontario government Also: You've no doubt heard abou…
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An anti-tariff ad provokes the U.S. president to cancel trade negotiations with Canada. The ad by the Ontario government uses the words of former president Ronald Reagan — criticizing the long-term effects of tariffs on workers and the economy. And: The Toronto Blue Jays return to the World Series after 32 years as they host the Los Angeles Dodgers…
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Pro sports, the mafia, poker, and game fixing. Police in the U.S. have arrested dozens of people — including current and former NBA players — in an illegal gambling racket that spans years, states, and could change sports gambling forever. And: Alberta prepares to order striking teachers back to work. About 750,000 students have been out of their c…
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Members of Pierrre Poilievre’s own party are criticizing his recent comments about the RCMP covering up Liberal scandals. And: Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with opposition leaders to talk about the upcoming budget. He’ll need some support to get it passed, once it’s presented on November 4th. He hasn’t given many details, but is calling it a “g…
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Canada’s only Major League Baseball team is heading to the World Series. After a full seven-game playoff, the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Seattle Mariners to secure their spot. Also: Food prices are helping drive inflation up. We’ll look at the rising cost of living, and what it means for Canada’s economy. And: Canada’s automotive manufacturing sect…
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A massive outage at Amazon Web Services knocks thousands of websites and apps offline. The company provides computing power, data storage and other services to governments, companies and individuals. And: That outage even affected the ticket service for the final, winner-take-all game for the Blue Jays in their quest to make the World Series. It is…
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Growing worry over whether the ceasefire in the middle east will hold after Israel launched an airstrike on Gaza after saying Hamas ambushed IDF troops. And: Thieves in balaclavas break into Paris's Louvre museum, stealing priceless objects like some of the French crown jewels, before escaping on scooters. Also: High school students in Alberta worr…
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Across all 50 states, in major cities and small towns, Americans are taking a stand against U.S. President Donald Trump. The No Kings protest movement brings together people opposed to a long-list of the president's policies. We'll take you to one of the day's largest gatherings - in New York City. Also: A notorious gang from India, active in Canad…
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Ukraine’s president goes to the White House to ask for long-range missiles to be able to strike farther inside Russia. And: Ottawa details a $600 million plan to beef up security at the border. Most of the money will go to staffing — hiring a thousand new border agents, increasing their pay, and improving benefits. Also: Prince Andrew is giving up …
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Prime Minister Mark Carney lays out his plan on bail conditions and sentencing. Carney says repeat offenders charged with home invasion, violent car theft, assault, sexual assault, extortion or human trafficking will have to prove they deserve bail before it is awarded. And: Carney says it’s not time for more retaliatory tariffs against American go…
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Auto workers and politicians react with fury to news carmaker Stellantis plans to move part of its Canadian production to the U.S.. Ontario’s premier calls the U.S. president, “a piece of work” for the trade war that the company says is the reason for the move. And: Hamas says it has handed over all the hostage bodies it can easily retrieve. And Is…
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Just days into a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas there are accusations from each side, and still more death. Hamas has not returned all of the bodies of hostages who have died, and the delivery of aid has yet to ramp up in earnest. Hamas battles Palestinian clans as the security situation remains tense. And: Lumber exporters brace themselves yet…
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As many Canadians gather to share a big meal and give thanks, more people than ever are going hungry. With the rising cost of groceries, one in four households is struggling to put food on the table. It has municipalities declaring hunger emergencies, food banks scrambling to meet the need, and experts calling for systemic change. And: The federal …
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Anticipation is growing in both Israel and Gaza - as an exchange of the remaining Israeli hostages and Palestinians held in Israeli prisons is set to begin Monday morning. Meanwhile, world leaders are on their way the Egypt for an international peace summit. Also: Ottawa is expected to announce its second list of major nation-building infrastructur…
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The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is holding for a second day. The two sides are now preparing for the exchange of hostages and Palestinian prisoners - set to begin in the coming days. Meanwhile, Palestinians in Gaza are making their way back to what is left of their homes, as they wait for desperately needed aid to arrive. Also: Diane Keaton …
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The ceasefire in Gaza is in place. Now, thousands of people are on the move, trying to return to their homes, their lives. Aid groups are ready to bring in as much aid as possible, as soon as possible. And in Israel, the families of hostages are waiting to hear when their loved ones will come home. But still, there is fear and worry the deal won’t …
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