CTV National News with Lisa LaFlamme

Iran has promised to further close the Strait of Hormuz in response to Trump promising to ‘obliterate’ energy sites; airlines say they’re adjusting prices and scheduling due to the war in the Middle East impacting fuel prices; Steve’s Music Store on Queen St. W. has now shut down due to increasing financial pressures; and more.

Trump’s latest threat against Iran, posted to social media, is adding to tensions in the global energy market; five grocery stores throughout the country are facing fines over improper label use, with some customers saying the feel misled; one Saskatchewan food bank is hoping an accessible cooking class will help parents teach kids how to make affordable meals; and more.

U.S. forces are intensifying strikes on Iran and deploying more troops to the Persian Gulf, as tensions escalate; Iran is warning global targets could be at risk, raising concerns about possible attacks beyond the Middle East; Ontario plans to introduce legislation banning ticket resellers from charging more than face value to level the playing field for fans.

Clashing narrative between the RCMP and CSIS over foreign interference in Canada from India; Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has appeared on Joe Rogan's wildly popular but sometimes controversial podcast; Heavy rain in metro Vancouver triggered a landslide that left people trapped inside multiple homes. Plus, where does Canada fall in the World Happiness Ranking?

Police in Manitoba and Nova Scotia have uncovered an alleged cross-Canada plot by two teens to simultaneously attack two schools. Paul Hollingsworth reports; Two men have been arrested following a response by NORAD to escort two international flights headed to Montreal due to a 'security incident.' ; Abigail Bimman has the latest on a Canadian mother and daughter who are apparently being held in an ICE detention centre following a routine stop in Texas.

U.S. President Donald Trump says America no longer needs allied support in its war with Iran; British Columbia’s push to recruit U.S. health workers is paying off, but critics say shortages remain; Canadian home sales fell again in February with prices slipping in some regions, though a spring rebound is expected.

Joy Malbon has more on the response from U.S. President Donald Trump after his call on NATO allies to assist in Iran was met with resistance; Annie Bergeron-Oliver examines Canada's inflation numbers from February and why some experts are warning that there could be a spike due to the war in Iran; Genevieve Beauchemin has the details after Montrealers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski took home an Oscar for their animated short film.

PM Carney’s Nordic trip focused heavily on safety, Arctic security, sovereignty, and more; Israel says the recent fatal strikes into Lebanon were targeting Hezbollah, a military group backed by Iran; One Alberta family says her family has been feeling ‘hopeless’ as they attempt to leave Qatar; and more.

The controversial annual rally was met with counter protestors and a strong police presence in downtown Montreal; Heather Wright reports from Türkiye, where NATO military technology has been essential in intercepting air-based attacks; Carney’s visit to Norway coincides with the one-year anniversary of the day he was sworn in as prime minister; and more.

Joy Malbon has more on the war in Iran, including America’s grisly message about Iran’s new supreme leader. Heather Wright reports from Istanbul, where NATO says it intercepted an Iranian missile headed toward Turkiye. And as Paul Hollingsworth explains, the spike in global oil prices could soon be felt beyond the pump.

Judy Trinh reports on where the government's ambitious investment into Canada’s northern defences are going and when development will begin; Rachel Aiello examines what's at stake amid the federal government's latest push for a bill that would give police powers to access to online information; Joy Malbon has the latest after an armed shooter reportedly attempted to ram a vehicle with explosives inside into a Detroit synagogue on Thursday.

Mike Le Couteur gauges the reaction in Ottawa following NDP MP Lori Idlout's crossing the floor to the Liberals, putting the party two seats shy of a majority; First Nations chiefs from western Canada met with King Charles on Wednesday to reaffirm their relationships with the crown. Kathy Le explains; Genevieve Beauchemin has the latest on a slow-moving storm across Canada that could affect millions, causing disruptions and delays due to freezing rain.

NDP Leader Don Davies announced Tuesday that Nunavut NDP MP Lori Idlout has crossed the floor to the Liberals, edging the party closer to a majority; Rahim Ladhani has more on the investigation and the reactions from officials after shots were fired at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto; Joy Malbon examines the mixed messaging from the Trump administration regarding when the war in Iran will end, as U.S. strikes intensify.

U.S. President Donald Trump says the war with Iran will be over 'very soon', adding that 'it's the beginning of building a new country.' Adrian Ghobrial reports from the Kapikoy border crossing between Turkiye and Iran, as hundreds of families, including Canadians, flee to safety; Ottawa announces a nearly billion-dollar pledge by the federal government that aims to grow Canada's domestic drone and aerospace tech sectors. Mike Le Couteur has the details.

As the war in Iran continues, more people are attempting to flee by seeking safe passage into Türkiye; a Canadian woman with a Palestinian husband says their families’ options for finding safety are limited; the federal government has officially called for three byelections, with two seats historically in Liberal stronghold; and more.

Adrian Ghobrial reports from Istanbul, Turkiye, where Canadians are anxious to leave the Middle East as violence grows; Canadians arriving back to Toronto say the United Arab Emirates helped get them on a flight back home; community members are calling for Toronto police to do more to fight antisemitism in the region; and more.

Abigail Bimman reports from Tokyo as Canada and Japan announce a new partnership to boost trade, energy, and defence cooperation. Canadians arrive at Pearson Airport after fleeing rising tensions in the Middle East amid limited flights as airlines suspend routes. Beth Macdonell reports. John Vennavally-Rao has more on the Canadian athletes participating in the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games as they aim to bring home gold.

Iran adds Azerbaijan to its targets as the U.S. and Israel carry out strikes, while Canadians continue to seek escape routes; U.S. President Trump now says he must be involved in picking Iran’s next leader, and PM Mark Carney left the door open to joining NATO allies in the Middle East.

Turkey is on alert after an Iranian missile was shot down over its airspace, marking the first time a NATO member has been targeted; Canadian drivers are not pumped about rising gas prices; Meteor fireball behind mysterious flash and boom over Vancouver.

More U.S. and Israeli strikes triggered retaliatory attacks across the Gulf, with embassies hit and civilians fleeing to safety;U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran’s air defences and leadership are 'gone,' and voiced frustration with his own advisers and allies, and as airstrikes on Iran rattled investors, with the TSX and Dow dropping sharply before rebounding, as oil and gas continue to spike.

U.S. and Israeli strikes hit Iran again as Tehran fires missiles across the region, forcing civilians to flee to Turkey, as questions continue to mount over the timing and goals of Operation Epic Fury, leading to U.S. defence leaders not ruling out boots on the ground, as officials face questions about the timing and objectives of Operation Epic Fury.

An unknown number of civilians in both Iran and surrounding countries have been killed since the military strike on Iran began; Carney and Modi are expected to meet within the next few days to create a trade deal; NATO now has eyes on Europe as Sweden deploys fighter jets as a part of a new mission; and more.

Trump says the strikes, backed by the U.S. and Israel, came after Iran refused to end its nuclear program; demonstrators took to the streets of Toronto when announcements poured in that the long-running ruler has been killed; a Canadian says he had to pay thousands of dollars for a flight to get back home after cartel violence broke out in Mexico; and more.

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on Canada's GDP shrinking by 0.6 per cent in Q4 as firms cleared stockpiles amid trade fears, slowing growth to 1.7 per cent. Abigail Bimman examines the criticisms PM Mark Carney is facing over foreign interference remarks as he advances trade talks in India. Rachel Aiello examines new guidelines that recommend cholesterol screenings for children to detect genetic risks early and prevent heart disease.

Mike Le Couteur examines Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s speech on Canada-U.S. relations to the Economic Club of Canada on Thursday; A Canadian man with U.S. permanent residency shares his experiences while detained at an ICE processing centre for nearly four months. Andrew Johnson reports; Annie Bergeron-Oliver has more on the pushback from Canada's Sikh community after Ottawa downplayed threats of foreign interference by India.

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on comments made by federal officials regarding prior allegations of foreign interference and transnational repression by India; Mike Le Couteur examines the ongoing trade war between Canada and the U.S. as Donald Trump reiterates his plans to utilize tariffs; Ottawa announced $8 million in aid for Cuba on Wednesday as the country faces worsening conditions amid the ongoing energy crisis. Heather Wright reports.

U.S. President Donald Trump remained committed to realigning global trade through tariffs in his annual State of the Union address on Tuesday; Avery Haines speaks with Canadian tourists in Mexico about their experiences during Sunday's horrific retaliatory attacks by the Jalisco Cartel; Judy Trinh reports on a meeting between Ottawa and OpenAI officials regarding the ban of the Tumbler Ridge shooter's ChatGPT account before the attack.

Avery Haines reports from Mexico amid the ongoing retaliation by the Jalisco cartel following the killing of their leader, 'El Mencho,' by the Mexican military; Judy Trinh gauges the reaction from countries around the world following U.S. President Donald Trump issuing new 15 per cent global tariffs; Adrian Ghobrial reports on a group of Loblaws companies that announced a massive expansion, which also aims to build more budget-friendly stores.

The alleged killing of a drug cartel leader has led to violence and gunfire in Mexico; hockey fans in Milan discuss feeling heartbroken after both the men’s and women’s team lost the gold medal matches to the U.S.; the son of a volunteer firefighter is working to raise awareness for a rare and aggressive form of cancer; and more.

Alberta’s referendum vote, happening in October, has left residents on both sides with numerous questions; researchers at the University of Winnipeg are studying what viruses and microbes could live in Lake Winnipeg; the CUSMA agreement allows extra protections against tariffs, but it may not be enough; and more.

U.S. President Trump slammed the Supreme Court ruling as a disgrace after tariffs were struck down; however, Steel, aluminum, auto and lumber tariffs on Canada remain in place despite the U.S. Supreme Court ruling.

The former Prince Andrew, brother of King Charles III, was arrested on his 66th birthday as a police probe claims he shared sensitive info with Jeffrey Epstein; as Canada’s Mexico trade mission ends, focus shifts to the CUSMA review amid fears the pact could face challenges; and amid a surge in violent extortion cases in B.C., Alberta and Ontario, Ottawa announces new tools to help police disrupt offenders and protect victims.

Canadians celebrate Team Canada’s dramatic last-minute comeback victory over Czechia to advance to the semifinals; as Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux joins the Liberals, giving PM Mark Carney a possible path to a House majority; and the Canadian Real Estate Association says that the harsh winter weather is hitting hard for the decline of house sales.

Inflation eased to 2.3 per cent with savings in gas, shelter and cell plans, but Canada now has the highest food inflation rate among G7 nations; as the cost of living shows Atlantic Canadians facing higher inflation and steeper grocery bills than much of the country; and the prime minister unveiled a multi-billion dollar defence plan aimed at boosting Canadian firms, securing contracts at home and creating jobs nationwide.

A Canadian delegation is in Mexico City in hopes of strengthening bilateral relations; Canada is set to unveil new billion-dollar defence strategy; Ottawa revives its EV incentive program; Canadian curlers are at the centre of controversy with allegations of cheating. Plus, the Blue Jays begin spring training in Florida.

33-year-old Mikael Kingsbury is officially Team Canada’s first gold medallist after placing first in men’s dual moguls; thousands of volunteers are behind every medal ceremony, event, and more. Many travel from around the world to take part in volunteering; some Canadian tourists are choosing to take their cash elsewhere due to Cuba’s energy crisis; and more.

Hundreds of thousands of people showed up to call for a regime change in Iran as international scrutiny grows; political leaders are meeting in Munich, Germany to discuss and create deals relating to safety and security, a new survey suggests that many Canadians believe the U.S. would support an Alberta separation; and more.

The latest on the RCMP update on the 'disturbing' shooting in Tumbler Ridge and federal officials travelling to the area to pay respects as tge Tumbler Ridge tight-knit community facest the devestating impact of the tragedy and CTV News Chief Anchor Omar Sachedina speaks with the father of Abel Mwansa Junior, one of five students killed.

Five children, an educator, and the shooter’s mother and step-brother.Two of the 27 injured remain in hospital, as witnesses recount the emotional scars left behind when gunfire erupted. Police may never know the motive. Scrutiny grows over the 18-year-old’s revoked gun licence, later reinstated, and calls to review Canada’s gun laws.

The community of Tumbler Ridge mourns the victims, supports the wounded, and grapples with heartbreaking loss. Officers arrived within minutes to a devastating scene as Tumbler Ridge investigators search for answers and a motive; and the Prime Minister scraps a trip to Germany to assist at home, as shaken MPs react in the House of Commons.

RCMP are investigating after a mass shooting at a high school in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., has left ten people dead and dozens injured, with two people in critical condition.

U.S. President Donald Trump to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge in his newest threat to Canada; More on the devastating impact the U.S. fuel blockade is having on Cuba as the country faces its worst economic crisis in nearly 70 years; How limited-edition pins at this year's Winter Olympics are attracting serious collectors in droves for their chance to acquire a pin.

Protestors in Milan, frustrated with economic uncertainties and the government, were met with riot police; youth in Canada are facing high levels of unemployment, even at entry level roles; a new clinical trial to see how AI can help cancer patients in B.C. is underway, with seemingly promising results already; and more.

The new diplomatic ties between Greenland and Canada come after Trump continues to threaten the sovereignty of both nations; Cuba’s fuel shortage, influenced by the U.S. administration, is causing massive blackouts as the country tries to make the most of its energy; Canadian Robert Schellenberg was previously given a death sentence in China, but the decision was just overturned, and more.

At least seven Toronto police officers face charges including conspiracy to commit murder, extortion and drug trafficking in Project South, with potential impacts across Canada; Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new auto strategy that scraps the EV mandate while reviving electric vehicle rebates; and q uestions are being asked about who MP Jamil Jivani met with on a solo visit to the U.S. Capitol and what message it sends.

The 2026 Winter Games begin with a historic multi-site opening across Italy; Tens of thousands are celebrating as the Quebec Winter Carnaval begins, and new data shows Canada lost 25,000 jobs and unemployment rose to 6.5 per cent.