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Long-time incumbent Winnipeg councillors announce they won’t seek re-electionWith two long-time councillors stepping away from civic politics, there will be at least a couple of fresh faces on Winnipeg’s city council. Toni De Guzman reports.PoliticsJun 24
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Father speaks out after daughter hurt in electrical incident at Cultus Lake WaterparkWe’re hearing from a father whose daughter was taken to hospital after an electrical incident at the Cultus Lake Waterpark. It happened Monday morning as she was on a year-end field trip with her class. Grace Ke has more.Global News Hour at 6 BCJun 16
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Doubling the capacity for Canada’s electricity grid ‘won’t be easy,’ Carney saysPrime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday that Canada aims to double the capacity of Canada’s electrical grid by 2050, adding that achieving that feat “won’t be easy.” Carney said the federal government will launch consultations with provinces, territories, Indigenous groups, utility companies and unions.CanadaMay 14
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Peterborough MP Emma Harrison reflects on one year since electionApril 28 will mark one year since the federal election. Peterborough MP Emma Harrison is looking back on her first year in office. She says the job has been about listening to people in the community, and bringing their concerns to Parliament Hill. Our Marc Woodhouse spoke with Harrison about what she’s been up to,...PoliticsApr 27
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Alberta NDP leader to run in Calgary next provincial electionThe leader of Alberta’s NDP will be changing cities in the next provincial election. Naheed Nenshi sharing those details as parties start their nomination processes for an election that’s a little more than a year away. But as Erik Bay tells us, one analyst says candidates will be preparing for more than just that.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryJul 17
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Manitoba’s lone Liberal MLA on her party’s focusThe lone Liberal in the Manitoba legislature says her party needs to focus on one big issue in order for more people to support them before the next provincial election. Global News Morning’s Clay Young talks to MLA Cindy Lamoureux.PoliticsJul 14
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West Island floods force Canada parade cancellationThe floods that devastated parts of the West Island one week ago are continuing to have an impact. Elected officials in the Pierrefonds-Roxboro borough have decided to cancel the annual Canada Day parade to prioritize recovery efforts. As Phil Carpenter reports, the post-flood cleanup will take a while.CanadaJun 29
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Finding effective flood mitigation measures for Montreal residentsFollowing recent flash flooding in the western part of the island, climate change and extreme weather conditions are once again top of mind for people affected. Elected officials continue to explore various flood mitigation measures and are also encouraging homeowners to do their part. But as Phil Carpenter reports, many of these measures have their...CanadaJun 25
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Police crack down on e-dirt bikesPolice in Metro Vancouver are cracking down on a growing number of incidents involving electric dirt bikes. As Kristen Robinson reports, in one case, a teenager is accused of riding his bike through a restaurant.Global News Hour at 6 BCJun 29
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Alberta referendum could cost $120 million, former elections official sayAlbertans are still waiting for an official cost for the upcoming October 19th referendum but one former chief electoral officer did the math and believes it could cost as much as three times more than Alberta’s 2023 provincial election. As Erik Bay explains, that could mean a bill of $120 million.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJun 15
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G7 summit: Carney headed home without a 1-on-1 meeting with TrumpCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is leaving the G7 summit without a formal one-on-one meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, but says the two held several discussions over the past 36 hours. A hot mic captured Carney reassuring Trump that Canada’s agreement involving Chinese electric vehicles includes strict limits to prevent market flooding. Carney said...EconomyJun 17
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Election winner Magyar says Hungary will ‘once again’ be strong ally of NATO, EUOn Sunday evening, Hungary’s opposition leader – of the Tisza party – Peter Magyar won in what is being considered Europe’s most consequential election this year. Magyar promised Hungary will “once again” be a strong ally of both the EU and NATO. Additionally, he vowed to represent supporters of defeated Prime Minister Viktor Orban regardless...PoliticsApr 13
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Private water taxis offer alternative way to cross Halifax harbourA water taxi service have launched in Halifax with several stops available in the harbour of the port city. With a fully electric fleet, one of the first in the region, Skye Bryden-Blom reveals how this new service is providing residents and tourists a new way to cruise the city this summer.Global News at 6 HalifaxJun 4
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Electrical issue knocks BC Ferries Spirit of Vancouver Island out of serviceAn electrical issue knocked BC Ferries Spirit of Vancouver Island ferry out of service after the vessel had already been loaded for the 9 a.m. sailing. Jordan Armstrong reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCMar 31
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Honda indefinitely suspends Ontario EV plant planHonda is indefinitely parking its plans to build a $15 billion electric vehicle plant in Alliston, Ont.. Jillian Piper explains what’s behind Honda’s decision, how it’s a big economic blow for the Ontario town, and how Prime Minister Mark Carney is reacting.Global NationalMay 14
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Honda suspends plans for new EV plant north of TorontoHonda has indefinitely suspended plans to build a new electric vehicle plant north of Toronto, citing shifting customer demand and evolving business conditions. The automaker says the decision will not impact current jobs or production levels at its existing plant in Alliston, Ont. Honda also says no provincial or federal funding tied to the project...CanadaMay 14
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Feds announce new clean electricity strategy which promotes natural gasThe federal government announcing a new clean electricity strategy which aims to double the grid to keep up with the growing power demand. The plan embraces a wider variety of energy sources including natural gas which is a much different approach than the one taken by officials here in BC. Ben O’Hara-Byrne has the details.CanadaMay 14
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Call of the Wilde: Habs one win away from second roundThe excitement is palpable and the Bell Centre will be electric Friday night as the Habs head into a crucial game 6. They are just one win away from advancing to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Global News hockey analyst Brian Wilde joins Global News Morning’s host Laura Casella with more.Global News Morning MontrealMay 1
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Mark Carney unveils Canada’s 1st sovereign wealth fund with $25B endowmentCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada’s first-ever sovereign wealth fund at a press conference in Ottawa on Monday. The announcement comes a day ahead of the spring economic statement — one year to the day after the party secured a minority mandate in the federal election.EconomyApr 27
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Alexandre Boulerice to leave NDP for Québec SolidaireThe NDP has lost its last foothold in Quebec. Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie MP Alexandre Boulerice announced Monday he is leaving the federal party to run for Québec Solidaire in the fall provincial election. While analysts say the move could benefit one left-wing party, it is another blow for the other. Dan Spector reports.CanadaApr 27