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CTV National News is Canada's most-watched national news program.  Now you can stay up date with CTV’s Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor Lisa LaFlamme Monday to Friday with the CTV National News Podcast, delivered nightly.  Listen to Canada’s most trusted newscast featuring stories from here and around the world with a perspective that is distinctly Canadian and backed by the #1 news organization in Canada.

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    CTV National News for Wednesday, May 20, 2026: Ontario moves to ban Chinese-made drones from provincial agencies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 24:00


    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.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, May 19, 2026: Ottawa retiring iconic Snowbirds after more than 50 years

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 23:44


    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.

    CTV National News for Monday, May 18, 2026: Canadians detained en route to Gaza

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 22:35


    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.

    CTV National News for Sunday, May 17, 2026: Hantavirus confirmed for suspected individual

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 23:08


    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.

    CTV National News for Saturday, May 16, 2026: What is a ‘presumptive' positive case for hantavirus?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2026 23:52


    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.

    CTV National News for Friday, May 15, 2026: Ottawa and Alberta ink carbon pricing agreement, paving way for a new pipeline

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 23:24


    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.

    CTV National News for Thursday, May 14, 2026: PM Carney announces Canada's new electricity strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 23:30


    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.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, May 13, 2026: Alberta judge overturns separatists' petition for referendum

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 23:22


    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.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, May 12, 2026: Some Canadians boycott 2026 census in protest of Carney's majority government

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 23:33


    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.

    CTV National News for Monday, May 11, 2026: Precautionary measures in place as Canadians exposed to hantavirus return home

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 23:31


    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.

    CTV National News for Sunday, May 10, 2026: Passengers leave hantavirus-stricken cruise ship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 23:27


    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.

    CTV National News for Saturday, May 9, 2026: Manitoba's HIV crisis continues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 23:25


    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.

    CTV National News for Friday, May 8, 2026: Canada loses 18,000 jobs in April as unemployment hits six-month high

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 23:41


    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.

    CTV National News for Thursday, May 7, 2026: WHO says hantavirus is not 'COVID 2.0' as officials monitor new cases

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 23:35


    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.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, May 6, 2026: Privacy watchdog accuses ChatGPT of collecting personal data without safeguards

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 23:29


    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.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, May 5, 2026: Louise Arbour named Canada's next Governor General

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 23:23


    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.

    CTV National News for Monday, May 4, 2026: Deadly suspected hantavirus outbreak locks down cruise ship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 23:29


    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.

    CTV National News for Sunday, May 3, 2026: What leverage does Canada have in CUSMA renegotiation?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 23:22


    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.

    CTV National News for Saturday, May 2, 2026: PM Carney heads to Armenia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2026 23:31


    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.

    CTV National News for Friday, May 1, 2026: Ottawa unveils plan to clear backlog of over 100K air travel complaints

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2026 23:39


    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.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 30, 2026: Iranian soccer officials denied entry to Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 23:24


    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.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 29, 2026: Bank of Canada keeps inflation in mind as they hold key rate at 2.25 per cent

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 23:22


    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.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, April 28, 2026: Liberals mark one-year anniversary with spring economic update and mini budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 23:24


    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.

    CTV National News for Monday, April 27, 2026:  Ottawa unveils 'Canada Strong Fund' for public investment in major projects

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 23:28


    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.

    CTV National News for Sunday, April 26, 2026: Details on alleged White House press dinner shooter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 23:24


    The suspect, a 31-year-old from California, was arrested after firing shots at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner; members of the trucking industry say the high gas and diesel prices are causing them to limit cross-border trips; B’nai Brith, one of Canada’s largest Jewish organizations, says antisemitic hate crimes have increased since the Israel-Hamas war began; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, April 25, 2026: Trump evacuated after shooting at press dinner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2026 23:26


    An alleged shooter has been taken into custody after firing shots shortly after the beginning of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, thousands of people lined up around the block with empty bags and suitcases with the hope of getting free groceries; Ottawa residents say the water levels are beginning to go down, but experts say more flooding could be around the corner; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, April 24, 2026: Ottawa approves $4B expansion of Enbridge's B.C. pipeline

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 23:34


    Rachel Aiello reports on Ottawa's latest big project approval after greenlighting a $4-billion expansion of Enbridge's pipeline system on B.C.'s west coast; Genevieve Beauchemin looks at how travellers could be impacted as airlines across the world cancel numerous flights amid the ongoing jet fuel shortage; John Vennavally-Rao reports on the fast-approaching deadline to submit your taxes for the 2025 season and what experts say some people miss when filing.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 23, 2026: Inside the 764 Network: How teens are groomed into violence online

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 23:34


    Experts warn of a dangerous online group targeting teens; Ottawa pushes back as Washington raises trade concerns ahead of CUSMA talks; and a Toronto woman is being held by ICE after losing her green card after a divorce.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 22, 2026: Canada-U.S. trade talks heat up as both sides exchange barbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 23:34


    A war of words between Canada and the U.S. over trade 'irritants' ahead of CUSMA talks, with PM Carney saying Canada has concerns too; Air Transat, Air Canada, WestJet, and Lufthansa trim flight schedules as war-fueled oil spikes disrupt travel and raise costs; and a new U.K. tobacco bill targets a smoke-free generation but faces enforcement questions.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, April 21, 2026: Carney reveals new trade advisory council ahead of CUSMA negotiations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 23:32


    Mike Le Couteur breaks down the panel that includes familiar faces from politics, along with union leaders, industry representatives, and titans of finance; Adrian Ghobrial has the latest on the mass shooting at a popular tourist destination in Mexico that claimed the life of a Canadian woman on Monday; Kathy Le looks at a new report that found roughly 20 YouTube channels working in a coordinated effort to spread misleading content about Alberta separation.

    CTV National News for Monday, April 20, 2026: Former undercover RCMP officer faces court in national security case

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 23:32


    Judy Trinh reports on the court case of a former undercover RCMP officer, accused of working with Beijing to coerce individuals to return to China; Witnesses describe the chaos after Mexico shooting; Inflation rises to 2.4 per cent as energy crisis drives up fuel and food costs; Canada’s Armed Forces are seeing a rise in enlistment, as global instability and increased defence spending fuel interest; and more.

    CTV National News for Sunday, April 19, 2026: Trump continues threatening Iran's infrastructure

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 23:25


    Despite the second round of peace talks set to start, U.S. President Trump has made new threats against Iran’s energy and power plants; PM Carney’s new address covered U.S. relations and ‘forward guidance,’ but the message didn’t land with certain Conservatives; Sudanese refugees living in Canada are calling on the federal government to call for peace in the region; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, April 18, 2026: Confusion surrounding Strait of Hormuz continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 23:14


    Confusion and tensions rise as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz just one day after it was allegedly partially re-opened; residents in the Ottawa-Gatineau region are building sandbag walls with hopes to minimize flooding in their homes; Health Canada warns against unregulated and unverified peptide sales as consumers flock to get the product online; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, April 17, 2026: U.S. blockade to remain, despite Strait of Hormuz reopening

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 23:08


    Adrian Ghobrial reports on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and what the next steps are as negotiations continue between Iran and the U.S. to end the war; Andrew Johnson explains how the posthumous portrayal of actor Val Kilmer in the upcoming movie ‘As Deep as the Grave’, blurs the lines between reality and AI; Omar Sachedina sits down with Canadian men's national soccer team head coach Jesse Marsch in the first of 12 profiles.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 16, 2026: Several parts of Canada under flood warnings after days of pounding rain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 23:32


    Adrian Ghobrial looks at the impact heavy rains have had on parts of Ontario and Quebec, prompting one Ontario town to declare a state of emergency; Judy Trinh has more on a Canadian man's firsthand experience being detained by ICE and what happened behind the scenes to aid his release; Mike Le Couteur reports on the potential opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge following controversy involving U.S. President Donald Trump earlier this year.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 15, 2026: Canadian detained at 'Alligator Alcatraz' deported

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 23:41


    CTV News confirms that two Canadians are detained at a Florida immigration centre. Douglas Dixon, arrested in February, is now being deported back to Canada; Two Royal Canadian Navy members face multiple charges after a probe into a petty officer’s death. The incident occurred near Halifax last year, and questions arise over platforms letting users bet on politics, sports, and the economy. However, it's not available in Canada yet, and critics hope it stays that way.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, April 14, 2026: PM Carney temporarily suspends federal gas tax

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 23:37


    After yesterday's byelection wins, PM Mark Carney announced a temporary pause of the federal gas tax starting Monday; Byelection victories secured a majority for PM Mark Carney and the Liberals, while raising concerns about declining Conservative support under Pierre Poilievre and advocates rally in Toronto for 'Equal Pay Day', calling to end pay discrimination and expand access to affordable childcare across Canada.

    CTV National News for Monday, April 13, 2026: Doly Begum win highlights Liberals' reach under Carney and secures majority

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 23:23


    Doly Begum’s win showcased the Liberals drawing support from both NDP and Conservatives to secure a majority, as the Liberals not only won in Scarborough-Southwest but the Liberals also retained University–Rosedale, with Danielle Martin securing a decisive victory.

    CTV National News for Sunday, April 12, 2026: Trump makes bold threat against Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 23:28


    Trump posted on social media that the U.S. Navy will impose a blockade on ships going through the Strait of Hormuz beginning Monday morning; European airlines are expecting a jet fuel shortage in the upcoming weeks if the Strait of Hormuz does not re-open soon; fishers in Nova Scotia are concerned about how the ocean temperature may change this year’s catch; and more.

    CTV National News for Saturday, April 11, 2026: Artemis II crew completes historic mission

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2026 23:48


    The crew members, including Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, spoke about the stunning success of the mission; PM Carney delivers a powerful speech at the Liberal convention in Montreal; the U.S. and Iran have finished the first round of negotiations without finalizing a ceasefire deal; and more.

    CTV National News for Friday, April 10, 2026: Artemis II returns to Earth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2026 23:21


    Four astronauts onboard the Artemis II have returned to Earth after their historic mission around the moon.

    CTV National News for Thursday, April 9, 2026: Questions swirl over MP Marilyn Gladu's switch to Liberals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 23:27


    MP Marilyn Gladu faces more scrutiny after crossing the floor, as the Liberals gathered in Montreal for a policy convention, but the focus has become majority hopes and more potential floor crossings as the Liberals are eying wins in two ridings, but Terrebonne remains a wildcard.

    CTV National News for Wednesday, April 8, 2026: Liberals near majority as another Conservative MP crosses the floor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 27:57


    The Liberals only need one more seat to reach a majority after another floor crossing, with three byelections set for Monday. The newly agreed-upon truce looks fragile as U.S. and Iran both claim victory and tensions linger over oil routes and Lebanon’s role and as oil prices fell and markets rallied after news of the ceasefire, with people now wondering if gas prices will drop – and how soon relief could reach the pumps.

    CTV National News for Tuesday, April 7, 2026: Last‑minute ceasefire halts Trump's threats against Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 23:41


    An 11th‑hour ceasefire deal stalls U.S. President Trump’s warning that a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran rejects the terms by the deadline; Prime Minister Mark Carney suggested that Ottawa may step in to help consumers if gas prices don’t fall, hinting at potential federal relief measures; Conflict of interest questions arise over Minister François-Philippe Champagne’s ties to a government-funded high-speed rail project, prompting calls for an ethics review.

    CTV National News for Monday, April 6, 2026: Artemis II ventures farther into space than ever before

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 23:40


    The crew of Artemis II has officially broken the distance record for human travel from Earth;Trump says Iran 'could be taken out in one night' over Strait of Hormuz; Conservatives take a different approach with new ad campaign; Suspected romance scam victim faces up to 10 years in South Korean prison; and Cold spring slows maple syrup season, squeezing small producers.

    CTV National News for Sunday, April 5, 2026: Missing U.S. military member found in Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 23:20


    A missing U.S. military member was found after his jet was shot down over Iran amid Trump’s continued threats towards the nation’s energy supply; advocates say pet owners may not realize how much work goes into taking care of a rabbit; Heather Butts speaks to Dr. Catherine Hansen about her husband’s space preparation ahead of the Artemis II launch; and more.

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