Penny Oleksiak banned from competing; Colleen Jones remembered
Penny Oleksiak, one of Canada's most decorated Olympians, is not being allowed to compete for two years. Eric Sorensen explains why. Author Thomas King built his career centred on his Indigenous ancestry, but he now admits he's not Indigenous at all. Melissa Ridgen explains how the truth was revealed. In Ottawa, Mackenzie Gray explains how Prime Minister Mark Carney is now admitting he made a mistake in something he said on the weekend. Heather Yourex-West reports on the amplifying anger in Alberta, where campaigns are growing to recall 14 UCP MLAs. Redmond Shannon reports on the roadblocks that remain as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he's ready to move forward with a U.S.-backed peace deal with Russia. Jackson Proskow reports on the growing signs the U.S. may be on the verge of launching military action against Venezuela. Plus, she was rock star at the curling rink and an accomplished Canadian broadcaster: Heidi Petracek looks back at the life of the incomparable Colleen Jones.
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Ukraine peace talks; Alberta's health care remedy; Tributes to Jimmy Cliff
There are talks of progress in the path to peace for Ukraine. Redmond Shannon reports on the counterproposal to the U.S.-backed plan, and how Russia is reacting. Back in Canada, Mackenzie Gray has a reality check on where things stand as Alberta's government refuses to give up its push for a new pipeline. Still in Alberta, Heather Yourex-West reports on the province's new legislation intended to expand private health care, and what's worrying critics. In the U.S., Jackson Proskow looks at how a judge has thrown out President Donald Trump's indictments against two opponents -- former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James -- and why this whole saga may not be over. Touria Izri looks at how some countries are banning children and some teenagers from social media, and how Canada is being pressured to follow suit. Jeff Semple hears from some Canadians about the red tape they've encountered trying to get loved ones out of Sudan. Plus, Jimmy Cliff was the voice of peace and positivity. Eric Sorensen looks back at the legacy of the reggae music legend.
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Debating grizzly bear hunting; Pressure on Ukraine; Carney sees global shift
Thursday's grizzly bear attack on some schoolchildren in British Columbia has reignited the debate over whether to allow grizzly bear hunting. Heather Yourex-West explains how the B.C. Wildlife Federation is calling for a different approach. Reggie Cecchini reports on the pressure Ukraine is facing to accept U.S. President Donald Trump's peace deal, and how Ukraine's allies are pushing back. David Akin explains how Canada and India are resetting their relationship and restarting trade talks. Vincent McAviney reports on the surge of attacks on Nigeria's schools. In Montreal, Phil Carpenter reports on a Black man accusing the city's police force of racial profiling. Heidi Petracek explains how Nova Scotia is trying to crack down on illegal lobster fishing. And it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas: Lexy Benedict has the sights and sounds from Toronto's 121st annual Santa Claus Parade.
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Grizzly bear hunt in BC; Ukraine's bad deal; Calls to ban sports betting ads
Residents in Bella Coola, BC are being warned to stay indoors after Thursday's grizzly bear attack on a school field trip. An update on the search and the victims. Plus, why world leaders are scrambling to save Ukraine from the U.S. president's peace plan with Russia. And the battle to ban sports betting ads in Canada.
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Grizzly bear attack; Canada Post tentative deal; MTG resigns
A grizzly bear attacks a school field trip in British Columbia. Paul Johnson reports from Bella Coola about what happened, and who's being hailed as heroes. After two years, Canada Post and the union representing 53,000 workers have reached a tentative contract agreement. Overseas, big deals are being made: David Akin reports on the billions in investments the United Arab Emirates is making, and what South Africa could offer in exchange for Canadian energy. Reggie Cecchini explains what Ukraine could lose if it doesn't accept the U.S.-backed peace plan; and what Russia is threatening. Heidi Petracek explains how protecting democracy was a focus at the Halifax International Security Forum. In the U.S., outspoken Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has quit. Jeff Semple explains why, and when her final day in office is. Jackson Proskow explains what U.S. President Donald Trump suggested should happen to some political opponents that has them fearing for their safety. Jillian Piper reports on the war of words between two premiers over a pipeline. Plus, C-H-A-M-P again: Eric Sorensen talks with the Canadian mathematician who's now won an international Scrabble competition twice.
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