Governor General Mary Simon is set to visit Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, on April 27 to show support for the grief-stricken community. She will meet with the mayor and council during her visit.
Other National News Highlights
Health and Safety
Hamilton officials have revealed the likely cause of a salmonella outbreak at a restaurant that sickened 29 people. Meanwhile, a former Brampton realtor has been sentenced to jail in northern Ontario for child abduction and could face deportation. Vancouver has declined to give FIFA President Gianni Infantino a police escort.
Environmental and Weather Events
A meteor lit up the sky over Vancouver Island, described as surreal by witnesses. Calgary city council voted to cut back on water use and fix leaky pipes, while the city's CAO David Duckworth stepped down. The Salvation Army is closing a food bank and church in Cornwall, Ontario. Ottawa police pulled 31 commercial vehicles from the road following a safety blitz.
Business and Economy
The S&P/TSX composite closed lower, with U.S. markets mixed as oil topped US$100 per barrel. Environmental advocates called an LNG tax incentive a fossil fuel subsidy. Agropur announced nearly $1 billion to expand operations in Quebec and Nova Scotia.
Health and Wellness
Experts reveal the truth behind seven common lung cancer myths. A father who lost his son to overdose says compassion is missing in saving substance users' lives. A 'miracle tree' can filter more than 98% of microplastics from tap water.
Entertainment and Sports
Rob Reiner's autopsy report is not ready, a court heard. Michael Bublé says his 'aphrodisiac' gigs lead to baby booms. William and Kate shared a family photo marking their 15th wedding anniversary. The federal government earmarked $145 million for World Cup security in Toronto and Vancouver.
Lifestyle and Environment
New Chanel sandals have drawn online buzz. Colombians are divided over the fate of hippos linked to Pablo Escobar. Cellphone, internet, and TV complaints jumped 61% according to a watchdog report. A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale journeys to the North Sea. France unveiled a plan to ditch all fossil fuels by 2050. After another spring flood, cottage country residents demand answers.
Science and Technology
A genome study reveals what happened after the Roman Empire fell. Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and the Artemis II crew are set to meet Trump. Concerns arise over addiction to AI chatbots.
