From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats against Canadian sovereignty are driving a wedge between Canadians and Americans. This is particularly painful for those living near the Canada-U.S. border and whose business rely on the close ties between the country’s. One of those communities is Point Roberts, Washington just south of the…

From Global News. Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre was campaigning in Toronto as polls show the Greater Toronto Area could be decisive in this election. Poilievre announced another tax break and brushed off concerns about turmoil within the Conservative Party, pitching himself as the best choice to stand up to U.S. President Donald Trump. Kyle…

From Global News. Kicking off the second week of Canada’s federal election campaign, new polling shows the Liberals are firmly in the lead. The Ipsos poll conducted for Global News shows 44 per cent of decided voters support Mark Carney’s Liberals. That’s up two points from polling conducted before the election call and is in…

From Global News. Freezing rain that coated parts of Ontario in thick layers of ice, downing branches and power lines, left hundreds of thousands of residents without electricity on Sunday as the storm headed east. More than 350,000 customers were affected by outages early Sunday afternoon, according to Hydro One, Ontario’s provincial utility, and some…

From Global News. Travel agent Kathy Deagle says the idea of heading south to the United States has made travelers anxious ever since Donald Trump took office. “Europe trips are on the rise, with people wanting to visit Portugal, Italy, and Spain,” she says. Additionally, new rules coming into effect on April 11 will require…

From Global News. Palestinians in Gaza observed Eid al-Fitr amid the devastation of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Many gathered for prayers outside destroyed mosques, reflecting resilience despite severe food shortages caused by an Israeli aid blockade. The somber mood was evident as mourners like Inshirah Hanouneh visited graves of loved ones lost…

From Global News. As Donald Trump’s tariffs cast a huge shadow over the Canadian federal election, he has also threatened to impose even greater tariffs on Ottawa and the European Union if they work together to carry out “economic harm” to the U.S. The new warning comes after Trump signed an executive order for 25…

From Global News. The Liberals continue to lead the Conservatives among decided and leaning voters after a week of the federal election campaign, a new poll suggests. However, the two parties are tied on who would be the best party to handle what’s seen as the top issue: affordability and the cost of living. The…

From Global News. An Ontario judge has granted an injunction allowing 10 supervised consumption sites to remain open for now. The Superior Court of Justice will hear a charter challenge of a provincial law that bans the sites from operating within 200 metres of schools and daycares. Advocates say the temporary relief offers some hope.…

From Global News. Many small businesses across Canada are struggling to cope with potential major losses as U.S. tariffs loom. One guitar manufacturer in Kamloops, B.C., says a trade war could cost him millions. Now, he’s rethinking his approach, turning to ‘made in Canada solutions’ to keep his business afloat. Marty Hastings has the story.…

From Global News. Canada’s political candidates are wrapping up a turbulent first week of the federal election campaign. With one month to go, Mark Carney’s Liberals are gaining momentum with some polls suggesting a possible majority. But growing economic threats from the U.S., including new tariffs set to take effect in the coming week, are…

From Global News. Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen scolded U.S. Vice-President JD Vance on Friday for his “tone” after Vance criticized Denmark for “underinvesting” in Greenland’s security. “This is not how you speak to your close allies,” he said. “We respect that the United States needs a greater military presence in Greenland … We,…

From Global News. A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread destruction and affecting Thailand and China. Mandalay suffered the worst impact, with over a thousand fatalities and thousands more injured or missing. Rescue operations are ongoing as Myanmar appeals for international aid, with China and India responding. Thailand reported at least six…

From Global News. In the last few weeks, four provincial governments have either created or increased funding for people looking to access fertility services. Fertility treatments can be a lifeline for couples hoping to grow their family or start a new one. But the cost of in vitro fertilization — the most common form of…

From Global News. While many Canadians will head to the polls on election day, there are alternatives for those who may not be able to make it to a polling station on April 28. Whether it’s the advanced polls, voting by mail or doing so in person at an Elections Canada office, there’s various methods…

From Global News. After nearly 50 years in B.C., a furniture company is packing up and moving to the U.S., putting 170 people out of work. Prepac Manufacturing is closing its Delta plant and moving all operations to its North Carolina location. As Paul Johnson reports, the employees’ union believes U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs…

From Global News. Vancouver police are deploying dozens more officers this weekend ahead of anticipated protests against Tesla. An organizer of a "Tesla Takedown" protest says it’s important to keep the events going to make it clear to CEO Elon Musk that people are standing up for democracy. Four such protests are expected in the…

From Global News. Italy’s police have confirmed the arrest of Canada’s most wanted criminal, Dave Turmel, in Rome. Turmel, taken into custody on Thursday is accused of leading the Blood Family mafia, a violent Quebec-based street gang. Authorities have been tracking him for months. Mike Armstrong reports from Montreal on the international arrest and what…

From Global News. A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake has rocked Southeast Asia, with its epicentre located more than 900 km from Myanmar. The tremors were felt across the region. Myanmar’s military reported that over 140 people have died in three cities, while at least nine more were killed in Thailand. Hundreds remain missing. Gloabl’s Vincent…

From Global News. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke to U.S. President Donald Trump over the phone on Friday. This was the first time the leaders spoke since the election of Carney as prime minister after the White House requested the call the day before. Carney said the president had not committed to removing any…

From Global News. A Montreal woman who just returned from a vacation to Mexico says her trip took a turn for the worse as she was heading home Sunday. According to her, she was removed from a Flair Airlines plane just before takeoff, and claims she was not told why. What’s more, she says while…

From Global News. One of the major takeaways from recent meetings between Canada’s premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney is that Canada can no longer rely on the United States as a good-faith trading partner. Now that’s put renewed importance on Canadian nation-shaping projects, and in Ontario, that means the ‘Ring of Fire.’ However, questions…

From Global News. Canada is reporting a rising number of confirmed measles cases. Experts have warned of a potential risk for the exponential spread of the highly infectious disease. There are also growing calls for wastewater surveillance to track this highly contagious infection more accurately. Several provinces are seeing a rise in reported cases, including…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump “respected Canada’s sovereignty today”, both privately and publicly, revealed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney after speaking to the U.S. president over the phone on Friday. This was the first time the leaders spoke since the election of Carney as prime minister, after the White House requested the call…

From Global News. After 15 months, three more activists from the so-called ‘Indigo 11’ had the criminal charges against them withdrawn on Thursday. Members of the group had launched a legal challenge over the Toronto Police’s handling of the investigation before the charges were dropped. Toronto police originally laid charges of mischief, conspiracy and criminal…

From Global News. Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre on Friday was asked about the apparent change in tone with U.S. President Donald Trump after his call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. “Let’s hope there is a change in tone, we want to put an end to this crazy tariff chaos” Poilievre said during a…

From Global News. Speaking to reporters at the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on Friday, U.S. Vice President JD Vance said, “there is no way that Canada can win a trade war with the United States.” The Republican vice-president backed President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada and other nations after they allegedly…

From Global News. Mark Carney, two weeks into his tenure as Prime Minister, had his first call with U.S. President Donald Trump, signaling a potentially smoother relationship than his predecessor, Justin Trudeau. Trump described the conversation as "extremely productive" and referred to Carney by title — something he often avoided with Trudeau. He also hinted…

From Global News. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, dressed in red and white and quoting Winston Churchill, stood in the Alberta legislature on Wednesday to denounce those who accuse her of “treason” by cosying up to U.S. influencers and officials who wish to do Canada harm. During the session in the legislature, she doubled down on…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he had a very good conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. "We had a very, very good talk. He [Carney] is going through an election… so we’ll see what happens." Trump stated "We have liberation day on April 2 because — and I’m…

From Global News. Vice President JD Vance, his wife and other senior U.S. officials are delivering remarks at the military Pituffik Space Base during a visit to Greenland on Friday. The Arctic trip was scaled back after an uproar among Greenlanders and Danes who were irked that the original itinerary was planned without consulting them.…

From Global News. On Friday, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) hosted a summit in Washington, D.C., focused on enhancing North American trade, bringing together mayors from across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. USCM President and Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther led the summit and released a joint statement in support of free and fair…

From Global News. A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar rocked parts of Southeast Asia on Friday. The tremor struck central Myanmar, toppling buildings and killing at least three in Taungoo and two in Aungban, while aftershocks rattled through parts of Bangkok. While it was just buildings under construction in Thailand’s capital that turned to rubble,…

From Global News. There’s criticism over B.C. Premier David Eby’s proposed Bill 7, which would give his government sweeping decision-making powers to respond to the U.S. tariffs. If passed, Bill 7 would allow the province to impose tolls on US vehicles traveling through BC to Alaska and drop significant interprovincial trade barriers. Troy Charles speaks…

From Global News. Six Russian nationals died and 39 foreign tourists were rescued on Thursday when a viewing submarine sank off Hurghada in Egypt, authorities said, adding that no passengers or crew were still missing. The submarine was equipped with large portholes to let passengers see the Red Sea’s spectacular corals and marine life and…

From Global News. The ex-wife of Canada’s former prime minister Justin Trudeau is set to speak at an event in Kelowna on April 2nd, but a group of people are sending hate and threatening the organization for booking her as a speaker. "In the last 48 hours, we’ve seen threats and vulgar language and sexual…

From Global News. In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s auto tariffs, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada must “fundamentally reimagine our economy” in the face of escalating tariffs imposed by U.S.. He added that  the “old relationship” between Canada and the U.S. is “over.” Carney promised to bring retaliatory measures, reduce internal trade barriers…

From Global News. Since 2019, New Brunswick health officials have struggled to figure out what’s behind a mysterious illness that’s affected roughly 400 people, 39 of whom have died. Now the province is sharing its timeline to get answers. Heidi Petracek explains why one family is taking no solace in what they heard and why…

From Global News. The McBarge is sinking into a watery grave. The vessel, known as the ‘Friendship 500,’ served as a floating McDonald’s restaurant on False Creek during Vancouver’s Expo 86 but has sat empty ever since. Now it appears it is heading to the bottom of the Fraser River. As the vessel sinks to…

From Global News. U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s sweeping changes to public health include cutting 10,000 federal workers in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It’s in addition to 10,000 employees who voluntarily quit, down-sizing the HHS from about 82,000 full-time workers to 62,000. Candice Cole explains the impact the drastic…

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From Global News. A Vancouver Island curling club is going viral, but not for throwing rocks. Instead, it’s a TikTok video of steel beer kegs sliding down the sheet that’s blowing up the internet, racking up more than four million views in just three days, with the help of the #elbowsup hashtag. The Comox Valley…

From Global News. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says his province will be the “first fully carbon tax–free province in Canada.” Moe took to the social media platform X to make the announcement Thursday. "We have always stood, from day one, against this tax…It is preventing, in many ways, investments," Moe said. Saskatchewan Association of Rural…

From Global News. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, brace yourself for higher prices because the cost of vehicles with parts made in Canada is poised to climb because of Trump’s latest tariff on auto imports. As Anne Gaviola explains, the ripple effect of the trade war will touch every household. For…

From Global News. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill announced the arrest of 36-year-old Paul Kim in their arson investigation of a Tesla collision centre on March 18. Asst. Sheriff Dori Koren detailed how the department identified the suspect so quickly with only minimal information. Koren also said a search warrant at the…

From Global News. Usually an empty beer keg is the sign of a good time already had, but when the container hits the ice at the Comox Valley Curling Club, the fun is just getting started. The club started its keg bonspiel six years ago with local breweries taking part in the fundraising event, and…

From Global News. Belgium’s state railway company has released footage of a dramatic moment where the driver and a passenger get out of a car stuck on a railway track moments before a train arrives.

From Global News. Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre said Thursday during an election campaign stop in Coquitlam, B.C. that should he be elected prime minister, Canada “will not be reliant on the U.S. anymore.” Poilievre was addressing Trump’s 25 per cent auto tariffs, adding “we can once again be friends with the United States if…

From Global News. Despite U.S. Donald Trump’s continued push to take over Greenland, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reiterated Denmark’s position that the semi-autonomous Danish territory belongs to the Greenlandic people. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a speech at the Arctic Forum on Thursday, saying the U.S. desire to acquire Greenland was serious, as…

From Global News. In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose a 25 percent tariff on all automobile imports, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh condemned the move as a "betrayal" to Canadians, particularly impacting those in Windsor, Ontario. Speaking in Windsor on Thursday, Singh said, "This feels like a betrayal, a gut punch…

From Global News. World leaders, automakers and business experts across the globe are condemning U.S. President Donald Trump Thursday, after the Republican leader threatened “large scale” tariffs on all cars and vehicles made outside of the U.S. An executive order signed by Trump Wednesday stated that the U.S. was taking action to protect their automobile…

From Global News. Russian President Vladimir Putin "will die soon," his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an interview on Wednesday, where he listed off what he thought Putin was afraid of amid the war with Ukraine, and urged allies to not lift sanctions on Russia. #putin #zelenskyy #Russia #Ukraine

From Global News. Ontario Premier Doug Ford vowed to "inflict as much pain as possible" on Americans after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on auto imports. Speaking at Queen’s Park on Wednesday, Ford reiterated a "Team Canada" approach and a dollar-for-dollar retaliation plan. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly announced 25 per cent tariffs on auto imports could be a big blow to Canada’s economy. Unless Trump changes his mind again, the new levies will start on April 2. Anne Gaviola explains how hard the tariffs could hit Canada, how these taxes are in addition to…

From Global News. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is under fire for her planned appearance at a Florida fundraiser with conservative podcaster Ben Shapiro. Smith is also taking heat for her comments about Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre in an interview with Breitbart, an American right-wing media outlet. Adam MacVicar explains how Smith is defending herself. For…

From Global News. The Atlantic has published the entire Signal chat between top U.S. national security officials about strikes against Yemen, two days after the magazine’s chief editor revealed he was accidentally included in the text chain. The leak has sparked calls for the resignation of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who put the…

From Global News. "A temporary reprieve for a Vancouver Island family — their terminally-ill daughter will continue to have access to life-changing medication for two more months. Nine-year-old Charleigh Pollock has a neurological disorder called Batten disease, which causes recurring severe seizures and mobility loss, and will eventually shorten her young life. As Kylie Stanton…

From Global News. U.S. President Donald Trump is putting new 25 per cent tariffs on auto imports, injecting more uncertainty into the economy during the 2025 Canadian federal election campaign. Mackenzie Gray explains how Liberal Leader Mark Carney is reacting and how Canada’s auto sector is bracing for impact. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is promising…

From Global News. While on vacation with his family, Stephen Slous received an unexpected and shocking alert that would forever change how he views door-to-door sales reps. The security alert told him someone was at the front door and then in the family’s carport. But instead of what he thought was a break-in, he saw…

From Global News. With a rope tied around his waist, a man waded into a swollen Vizcarra River to rescue a stranded cat in Peru. The cat’s meowing alerted people nearby and it was brought safely back to sore. #Cat #Peru #Rescue