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Today’s stories
- Small grocers embrace Ottawa’s national food security strategyIndependent grocers in Ottawa welcome the federal government's national food security strategy, which includes $3 billion in investments to improve competition, affordability, and direct access to manufacturers for small retailers.
- Canada pledges $100M for Palestinians facing settler violence, humanitarian crisisCanada announces $100 million in aid for Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza to address humanitarian needs and settler violence, part of a broader international effort to support peace initiatives.
- Ottawa revamping approach to barring products of forced labour from reaching CanadaOttawa plans to introduce legislation to strengthen enforcement against imports of products made with forced labour, responding to U.S. concerns about Canada's enforcement of existing rules and potential tariffs.
- Suspect dead after West Texas shooting kills 1 and injures at least 9 othersA shooter killed one person and injured at least nine others in Midland, Texas before dying during a standoff with police. The incident occurred near a veterinary hospital and body shop, with authorities confirming the suspect's death using robot and drone footage.
- OC Transpo predicts bus route changes ahead of government’s return to officeOC Transpo anticipates bus route adjustments as federal employees return to a 4-day work week, with 10 routes possibly needing increased capacity and others being modified for traffic patterns.
- US and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end their war, Pakistan’s prime minister saysUS and Iran are close to a deal to end their war, with terms including nuclear material removal and sanctions lifting, as Pakistan leads mediation efforts.
- Judge extends block on Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’A federal judge extended a block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' as legal challenges continue, with the government claiming lawsuits are moot but plaintiffs disagree. The fund was created to resolve Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over tax return leaks, and its implementation remains suspended.
- 7 injured after car crashes into mall fitness centre in London, Ont.: paramedicsSeven people were injured after a car crashed into a mall fitness centre in London, Ontario, with five in serious condition and two with minor injuries. The vehicle went through the mall's brick wall and into the fitness centre, which was open at the time. The driver remained at the scene.
- Ride for Dad raises $75,000 for prostate cancer researchThe 2026 Ride for Dad event raised $75,000 for prostate cancer research, continuing a 25-year tradition that has raised over $46 million nationally.
- Statistics Canada reports household debt outpaced income in first quarterStatistics Canada reported Canadian household debt exceeded income for the sixth consecutive quarter in Q1 2026, with debt-to-income ratio reaching 179.6% and debt service ratio rising to 14.75%.
- Patagonia is suing Pattie Gonia, a drag queen performer with an environmental messagePatagonia is suing drag queen and climate activist Pattie Gonia for trademark infringement, claiming her use of the name 'Pattie Gonia' to sell apparel could confuse consumers, while Pattie Gonia alleges the lawsuit is an attempt to silence her activism.
- Canada set for World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina on home soilCanada will host its first-ever World Cup match against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, with some player injuries affecting the lineup.
- FIFA, politics, and the future of soccerThe FIFA World Cup 2026 faces immigration and geopolitical challenges as U.S. policies impact participants and teams.
- SpaceX opens 11% higher at $150 a share and makes Musk the first trillionaireElon Musk could become the world's first trillionaire as SpaceX prepares for its $75 billion IPO, which is the largest ever, despite significant losses and investor concerns over corporate governance.
- Procession underway for OPP officer killed in northern OntarioA procession is underway in Toronto for an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer killed in northern Ontario. Const. Tarun Barli was struck and killed while officers sought to capture an 18-year-old suspect who had escaped from a hospital. Barli leaves behind his family, including his wife, who was preparing to celebrate their second wedding anniversary.