Global National with Dawna Friesen

Investigators from both the Canadian Armed Forces and the RCMP are working to find answers into the fast-moving fire that killed four soldiers and injured dozens more people at CFB Wainwright, Alta. Jeff Semple looks at the fire that was burning near the base, and the warnings about the powerful windstorm that swept through the community.

Sarah MacDonald looks at how tributes are pouring in for the four brothers-in-arms killed in the tragedy: Pte. Shaun Farrell, Pte. Aidan Goulding, Pte. Hayden Lykkemark, and Sgt. Morgan Wong. Heidi Petracek looks at how the military is mourning, and how helpers are doing what they can to try to ease the burden.

As Albertans lined up to vote in today's historic referendum, Heather Yourex-West looks at what's at stake, and when results are expected. David Akin explains the history of Western alienation, and Dawna looks at the passionate fight on both sides of the separation debate.
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A deadly disaster has unfolded at a Canadian military base. A major explosion has killed multiple troops and injured many others at CFB Wainwright in Alberta. We look at what may have triggered the catastrophe, the scramble for emergency services, and the grief across Canada and beyond for those who lost their lives, in our extensive coverage tonight.
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Candice Cole looks at the growing unrest spreading across France, stemming from protests over education.

Phil Carpenter looks at how that same movement has also spurred protesters in Montreal.

Jeff Semple speaks with an Alberta separatist leader days before a pivotal referendum.

Melissa Ridgen reports on why the federal government's Indigenous business directory is under scrutiny.

Kristi Gordon looks at the science behind the Nepal-Tibet landslide tragedy.

Lexy Benedict reports on the push for more girls to get into aviation.
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With Alberta's historic separation referendum just days away, some unlikely allies are making a last-ditch pitch for unity. Heather Yourex-West reports from Calgary on the messages from Prime Minister Mark Carney, federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Heather also looks at where social conservatives stand on the issue.

Heidi Petracek looks at how Nova Scotia is the latest province to welcome a massive data centre development.

Jordan Prentice reports on the safety concerns being raised following yesterday's bus crash and explosion in Calgary that killed three people and injured more than a dozen others.

Redmond Shannon reports on the new violence in the West Bank, where Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinian farmers, and even Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine was caught in the fray.

After only a few days on the job, Katie Zacharia has been terminated as White House press secretary. Sarah MacDonald looks at why U.S. President Donald Trump fired Zacharia.

Jackson Proskow reports on how a parent stopped the 16-year-old boy who went on a deadly shooting rampage at a school in Bend, Ore. yesterday.

Tesla is taking to the sky. Jacqueline Hansen reports on the new vehicle that apparently can fly, and why critics aren't sold on it.

Music legend Billy Joel will no longer be singing us a song. Sarah explains why the "Piano Man" has been sidelined from the stage.

Plus, 'You Can See Everything.' That's the name of the captivating new documentary from Canadian comedian and filmmaker Nathan Fielder, who moves into the home of his subject, convicted fraudster and Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes. Mike Armstrong checked out the movie last night in Montreal.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Alberta to make his case for unity. David Akin reports from Calgary on Carney's pitch; why some people might vote "yes" despite wanting to stay in Canada; and Heather Yourex-West explains why some former premiers are against the referendum's questions on immigration.

Heidi Petracek explains how Ottawa has put some extra wind in the sails of Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston's ambition to build Canada's first offshore wind development.

Redmond Shannon explains why Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is getting increasingly fed up with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Candice Cole looks at why U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials don't want their officers wearing bodycams.

With more than a week until British Columbia's election, and opinion polls suggesting David Eby may not return as premier, Sarah MacDonald reviews last night's televised debate, where Eby squared off with his opponents.

Plus, masked bandit on the lam: Phil Carpenter explains why a Quebec man is now in trouble with the law after nursing a raccoon back to health.
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