CTV National News with Lisa LaFlamme

The Gordie Howe bridge opening was delayed due to confusion, despite plans for a Friday ribbon-cutting in Windsor; U.S. President Donald Trump questioned a new trade deal as his ambassador to Canada suggested a path forward; Trade, defence, and AI are on the agenda as PM Mark Carney heads to France to meet with world leaders at the G7 summit; With less than 24 hours until Toronto's first World Cup match, Canada's host cities say they are ready for kickoff.

U.S. President Donald Trump says his country doesn't need Canada's goods, saying he's 'not looking to renew' CUSMA amid trade talks; The Bank of Canada holds rates steady as economic uncertainty grows in the wake of U.S. President Trump's latest trade comments; New legislation would restrict social media access for children under 16 and tighten rules on AI chatbots to limit harmful content.

Police allege an Air Canada pilot flew hundreds of commercial flights over 17 years without a valid licence; PM Carney confirmed that the Gordie Howe Bridge will open this week, marking a major Canada-U.S. link amid ongoing trade tensions; Doug Ford says U.S. officials rolled out the red carpet in Washington as he pushed Ontario’s priorities ahead of CUSMA negotiations.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is urging policy changes to address growing separatist sentiment and strengthen national unity; Former Supreme Court justice and human rights advocate Louise Arbour was sworn in as Canada’s 31st Governor General; The federal government announced support for airlines facing fluctuating fuel costs amid a fragile Iran ceasefire.

The Israeli military says Iran fired 11 missiles towards the country, all of which were intercepted amid ongoing and escalating violence; Poilievre is expected to call for a united Canada and speak against the separatist movement in Alberta; Maria Sarrouh speaks to Douglas and Roberta Jenkins, who are suing the P.E.I. government over the amount of PFAS in their private well; and more.

June 6: The Canadian government is considering a mixed fleet of fighter jets that could total more than its initial target of 88 aircraft, according to industry sources.

A new federal GST top-up is reaching eligible Canadians, with some families receiving hundreds of dollars in added support; Canada's labour market exceeded expectations last month, adding 88K jobs while the national unemployment rate dropped to 6.6%; With the World Cup set to begin in Toronto next week, officials are outlining final preparations for transit, traffic, stadium readiness, and safety.

Ottawa’s new AI strategy promises growth and jobs, but critics say key questions about security and safeguards persist; As Canada and the U.S. hold trade talks, the provinces and Washington offices seek to influence the negotiations; Advocates say Manitoba’s new funding and staffing measures fall short as frontline workers battle a growing opioid overdose crisis.

The Trump administration is targeting forced-labour imports and proposing a 10 per cent tariff on Canada and other partners; A 50 per cent U.S. tariff on Canadian steel is straining Sault Ste. Marie, where many jobs depend on the steel industry;The federal government wants the CRTC to revisit a decision requiring foreign streamers to invest more in Canadian content.

Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc called on the U.S. and Mexico to pursue a long-term renewal of CUSMA; U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his threat of Canada joining the U.S. as some economists dismissed it as political rhetoric; A new Nanos poll shows most Canadians want changes to health care as frustration grows over wait times and staffing shortages.

Canada has entered a technical recession, sparking political debate as economists assess what two quarters of declining GDP mean for Canadians; As food bank use climbs nationwide, advocates are urging major reforms to address growing food insecurity and rising need; Amid U.S. tariffs, a new Canada–South Korea partnership aims to strengthen auto manufacturing and boost domestic production.

Vancouver and Toronto’s FIFA matches aren’t sold out, despite the World Cup being less than two weeks away; A $50 million grant from the Weston family aims to help bridge the projected labour gap in P.E.I., Poilievre calls for emergency debate after Canada reaches technical recession; and more.

Canada, the U.S., and Mexico are in the early stages of automotive trade talks, but what should PM Carney expect? Experts say it could take ‘many more months’ for the youth employment rate to bounce back; a community in northern Saskatchewan is still reeling from a fast-moving wildfire that tore through the area last year; and more.

PM Mark Carney used Trump’s slogan in New York while pitching Canada’s growth plans to U.S. business leaders; Activists, opposition, and Chinese diaspora groups urge Ottawa to confront foreign interference concerns during talks with the Chinese foreign minister Drivers saw some relief at the pumps today after months of high prices; The hockey world is mourning former NHL star Claude Lemieux, dead at 60, remembered for his Stanley Cup legacy.

Kenneth Law pleaded guilty to 14 charges of aiding suicide after the Crown withdrew murder charges tied to the international case; China's foreign minister is in Ottawa for talks with PM Mark Carney and Minister Anand, marking the first visit of its kind in a decade; Protesters gathered across Alberta for a day of action organized by labour groups opposing several UCP government policies.

Canada will purchase Saab’s GlobalEye system for Bombardier jets to boost Arctic surveillance and defence; Minister Dominic LeBlanc will visit Washington as Canada prepares for a major CUSMA review ahead of the July 1 deadline; Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault speaks with CTV News about resigning from his seat in the House of Commons and the reasoning behind his decision.

Former environment minister Steven Guilbeault is leaving the Liberal caucus and stepping away from politics; Canada is adding border precautions as officials respond to an Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and assess risks to Canadians; Two politicians were ejected after a heated exchange at Newfoundland and Labrador’s legislature amid a growing online controversy.

PM Mark Carney is calling Alberta’s referendum question a 'dangerous bluff,' comparing the proposed separation vote to Brexit; A South Korean submarine docked in Victoria for joint exercises and to showcase its bid to replace Canada’s aging submarine fleet; Quebec is rolling out new financial relief measures, including efforts to tackle soaring grocery prices across the province.

CONTENT WARNING: People aiming to deliver aid to Gazans say they experienced sexual violence at the hands of the Israeli military; staffing shortages meant a woman in New Brunswick gave birth on the side of a highway on her way to a different hospital, a joint naval operation between Canada and South Korean begins; and more.

Two developing stories from the White House include a deadly shooting and Trump’s latest promise of a possible Iranian peace deal; the CRTC says the new rules will increase the amount of revenue Canada earns from streaming services, but the change is quite controversial; correctional officers say they’re experiencing increased amounts of violence from inmates at prisons throughout the country; and more.

Rachel Aiello has more on the reaction from federal political leaders in Canada following Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s Thursday night address on separation; Paul Hollingsworth looks at gas prices heading into the weekend and why Canadians might be getting a slight break at the pumps; Heather Wright reports on new measures being taken at Canadian airports as health officials continue to monitor the evolving Ebola outbreak in central Africa.

Graham Richardson breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's address requesting a separation question for the fall referendum and what it means for Albertans; Abigail Bimman reports on the CRTC raising the costs for streaming companies to support Canadian content and what it could mean for Canada-U.S. trade talks; Kathy Le speaks with residents of Sundre, Alta., about the push for Alberta independence and why some feel the province has been unfairly treated by Ottawa.

Adrian Ghobrial reports on the decision by the Ontario government to phase out Chinese-made drones from law enforcement use due to security concerns; Genevieve Beauchemin breaks down a new study by Statistics Canada which found incidents of breast cancer were high in rural regions of the country; Alex Karpa reports on the multi-province investigation that led to the largest drug bust in Manitoba’s history valued at over $37-million dollars.

Graham Richardson has the latest on the federal government’s decision to retire the Snowbirds following the 2026 season; Heather Wright breaks down the list of the most expensive cities to watch the World Cup from and how it’s impacting fans who already live in host cities; John Vennvally-Rao has more on what experts are saying following the increase and what it could mean for consumers going forward.

A man from Barrie was among those detained by the Israeli military after a flotilla with humanitarian aid was intercepted on its way to Gaza; some Saskatchewan residents are worried that the iconic Snowbirds won’t be replaced as the fleet continues to age; one Alberta resident says an abandoned oil well on her property poses significant safety risks; and more.

Yesterday’s ‘presumptive positive’ hantavirus case has now been confirmed; Conservative MP Michael Chong visiting Taiwan may impact relations between Canada and China; first-year medical students at Toronto Metropolitan University are going into communities to help people get access to a family doctor; and more.

Health officials say one of the four Canadians has not formally tested positive for the virus, but they are believed to be ‘presumptive positive,’ some Canadians say they can’t afford to take their trailers and RVs out camping this summer, new U.S. tariffs are set to impact Canadian mushrooms starting on Monday, leaving some farmers unhappy; and more.

Abigail Bimman reports on the major milestone for a new Alberta pipeline and how soon construction could begin with a green light from Ottawa; Adrian Ghobrial has more on the legal significance of the ruling by the Supreme Court of Canada and what it will mean for victims of intimate partner violence; Garrett Barry has more on Montreal Canadiens player and St. John's native Alex Newhook, and how hockey talent runs in the family.

Abigail Bimman takes a closer look at Ottawa’s plan to double Canada’s power grid by 2050, creating jobs and lowering consumer costs in the process; Adrian Ghobrial breaks down the factors driving a surging demand for electric vehicles in Canada and what this could mean for the market; Mike Le Couteur has the latest on the support and backlash following an Alberta judge’s decision to overturn a separatist referendum petition.

Graham Richardson has the latest on the decision by an Alberta judge to overturn a separatist referendum petition over failed consultation with First Nations; Joy Malbon reports on the latest twist in one of America's shocking true crime stories after a state supreme court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction; Judy Trinh breaks down the ruling after former RCMP officer William Majcher was found not guilty after being accused of being agent for Chinese authorities.

Heather Wright reports on the growing pushback by some Canadians and what it could mean for those that choose to not participate; Joy Malbon reports on what could be accomplished when U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping; Adrian Ghobrial has more on the iconic American brand Dunkin Donuts looking to take a bit out of Canada’s lucrative market for everything donuts and coffee.

Heather Wright has more on the global efforts to contain the spread of the virus in Canada and around the world; Genevieve Beauchemin examines the study published by the Canadians Medical Association journal and it means for women with endometriosis; Alex Karpa reports on a disturbing case of predatory behaviour online, where a 32-year-old Ohio man is accused of grooming a 10-year-old Manitoba girl online.

Canadians on board the cruise ship were finally able to disembark in Europe around one month after the first hantavirus fatality; the high price of gas is causing some Canadians to limit their summer boating plans; anxious parents are hoping to secure permanent residency in Canada to help their disabled teenage daughter receive care; and more.

Manitoba continues to report higher than average HIV rates, with some advocates calling for a national inquiry; a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a luxury cruise ship could be causing some Canadians to reconsider their travel plans; PM Mark Carney delivered an address focused on trade at Toronto’s Global Progress Action Summit; and more.

A mother and her two daughters were found dead in Brockville, Ont. with a 17-year-old facing murder charges; Canada’s top doctor says plans are underway to safely bring back four Canadians from a cruise ship impacted by a hantavirus outbreak; Canada’s economy shed 18,000 jobs in April, pushing the unemployment rate up to 6.9 per cent, the highest it's been in six months.

Consular officials are heading to support Canadians onboard a cruise ship experiencing a hantavirus outbreak; Gas prices have hit a four-year high, driving up travel costs and prompting Air Canada to reduce service. A Conservative MP says Ottawa may pause or cancel the Snowbirds program, putting the future of the iconic air show team at risk.

Canada’s privacy commissioner alleges that ChatGPT unlawfully collects personal data; the personal data of millions was leaked in a breach linked to an Alberta separatist group, amid rising concerns about foreign interference; Ottawa and Quebec confirm a major AirAsia deal for up to 150 Airbus jets, boosting jobs in Canada’s aerospace sector.

Former Supreme Court justice and UN human rights chief Louise Arbour has been named the next Governor General; An Ontario judge found two women guilty in the death and abuse of two boys they were trying to adopt; Police and fisheries investigate after a man on a jet ski crashed into a grey whale in the waters of a B.C. park.

Four Canadians are among the 150 onboard a locked-down cruise ship after three people died of a suspected hantavirus outbreak; An investigation is underway after someone bypassed security and boarded a plane at Vancouver International Airport; The Federal government is offering $1B in loans to support steel and aluminum companies impacted by U.S. tariffs.

With the mid-summer deadline fast approaching, Prime Minister Carney has signalled he’s in no rush to get to the bargaining table. Jeremie Charron reports; Prime Minister Mark Carney is looking to deepen and diversify Canada’s ties during the European Political Community summit. Graham Richardson reports; Amid calls for Canada to adopt a social media ban for youth, some critics warn it may actually do more harm than good. Kamil Karamali explains.

PM Carney will be meeting with European world leaders at a summit in Armenia; some Canadians say the increase in gas prices are causing them to cancel or limit their summer road trips; CSIS says an alarming number of youth are being radicalized and influenced by terrorism in online communities; and more.

ttawa promises faster resolutions and tougher fines as air travel complaints in the country top 100,000; A revived cross-border pipeline using Keystone XL parts could boost North American oil flow. Drivers are feeling the pinch as gas prices rise again after another month of conflict. Federal funding for a national training centre comes as Vancouver faces the prospect of losing its MLS team.

The head of Iran’s soccer federation and delegation were refused entry to Canada over alleged IRGC ties before the Vancouver FIFA Congress; Fuel costs jump again across Canada, with experts warning further increases are coming; A new multinational bank based in Canada aims to fund defence firms with major loans and boost growth.

The Bank of Canada keeps rates steady, citing inflation and global uncertainty, while outlining scenarios ahead for housing and business sectors; Families sue OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company failed to flag the attacker’s online activity.

One year after Mark Carney’s minority win, the Liberals now hold a majority and unveiled a mini budget; The UAE’s departure from OPEC raises fresh doubts about the group’s influence and what it could mean for oil supply and gas prices; Despite UK-U.S. tensions over Iran, both sides struck a diplomatic tone as U.S President Trump welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Parents and youth demanded urgent action against online harms, with some politicians beginning to respond after a troubling case emerges; A new fund will let Canadians invest in nation-building projects and Premier Christine Fréchette meets U.S. leaders as a Quebec firm closes, citing tariffs, as CUSMA negotiations loom.