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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Canada News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Canada—from national news and business to culture, sports, and political developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local and national news to every market in the world and keeping communities connected. Canada News

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1:59

The Forge: Healing Canada’s Building Workers | Canada...

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2026/09/14

Canada’s construction industry faces a devastating mental health crisis, with the highest suicide rate of any sector and nearly double the national average for substance abuse. In response, The Forge—a groundbreaking wellness and recovery hub for tradespeople—is rising in Langford, BC, transforming a former biker clubhouse into a sanctuary of healing. Backed by over fifty construction firms and municipalities, this initiative is deeply personal, led by peer counselors like Travis Shupe, who

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1:39

Grifols Plasma Clinic Safety Failures | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Health Canada uncovered alarming safety failures at a Calgary Grifols plasma clinic—including accepting ineligible donors, mislabeling bottles, and neglecting equipment maintenance—just weeks before Grifols shut down all 16 Canadian sites amid two recent donor deaths, one of whom was a 22-year-old international student. The clinic also allowed one donor to give plasma 16 times without proper eligibility checks and failed to properly assess infected donors, while records were chaotic and staff

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1:19

Montreal Sun, Manufacturing Exodus | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Montreal’s soaking up sunshine with highs near 19°C and a moderate UV index—perfect for outdoor plans. Temperatures climb steadily through the week to 26°C by Wednesday, but don’t get too cozy: rain’s back on the horizon by weekend. Meanwhile, a major economic shift is unfolding as 40% of Canadian manufacturers eye relocation amid escalating trade tensions—a trend reshaping jobs and the national economy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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1:45

Alberta Goes Permanent Daylight Time | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Alberta is ditching the annual clock shuffle by adopting permanent daylight saving time—officially dubbed “Alberta Time”—starting this November, despite internal pushback from health and safety groups who favored standard time. While the government insists the switch will be smooth and acknowledges divided opinions, including a recent narrow defeat in a public referendum, Minister Dale Nally argues that waiting for consensus would delay ending biannual time changes forever. Experts warn that

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1:38

Retirement Isn't Just About Free Time | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Retirement isn’t just about cash and couches—it’s a psychological leap. After decades of proving your worth, the sudden absence of purpose can leave a void. Experts warn: the real challenge isn’t money, it’s meaning. You need to actively build post-work fulfillment—because without that, retirement might feel like an empty stage. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated,

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1:51

Canadian Makers Move South to Survive Tariffs |...

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2026/09/14

Canadian manufacturers are scrambling as soaring U.S. tariffs force tough choices—like Montreal’s Aeris Protective Packaging, which is opening a U.S. plant to keep its 70% American customer base happy. With costs skyrocketing and competition heating up, four in ten Canadian makers are relocating or eyeing the U.S., driven not just by tariffs but also by higher domestic business expenses. Experts warn prolonged trade tensions could strain Canada’s economy, especially for small businesses caught

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1:49

B.C. Decriminalization Didn't Save Lives | Canada News

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2026/09/14

British Columbia’s bold experiment to decriminalize fentanyl and cocaine in 2023 aimed to slash overdose deaths and reduce stigma—but new data shows it didn’t deliver on health outcomes. While police encounters for possession dropped sharply, overdose deaths and hospitalizations didn’t decline significantly compared to other Canadian provinces like Ontario. Public backlash over public disorder led to partial policy reversals by 2024, ending the three-year pilot. Experts now question whether

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1:38

Elbows Up Belongs to All Canadians | Canada News

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2026/09/14

“Elbows Up” — once a hockey chant honoring legends like Gordie Howe — is now a national rallying cry in Canada, sparking a trademark frenzy as businesses rush to claim it for everything from beer to apparel. But the Canadian Intellectual Property Office is standing firm, rejecting dozens of applications, calling the phrase too common and too patriotic to be owned by any single entity. Their stance echoes Nike’s “Just Do It,” positioning “Elbows Up” as a collective symbol, not a brand. The

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1:39

AI Is Rewriting Retail Forecasting | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Social media trends are moving faster than ever, forcing retailers to rethink stock planning—think Hailey Bieber’s jeans at Gap selling out in hours after a TikTok mention. AI is the game-changer, connecting real-time social buzz, search trends, and sales data to give brands a live view of demand. It helps avoid over-ordering by cross-checking signals like inventory levels and store traffic, ensuring trends aren’t just viral flukes. AI runs thousands of scenarios instantly, letting retailers

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1:55

Farmland or Factory? BC’s Food Processing Debate |...

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2026/09/14

BC’s government is rolling out a bold new plan to let food processing thrive on farmland—with just 5% of ingredients needing to be local, down from the current 50%. Critics, including former NDP minister Joan Sawicki, are sounding the alarm, calling it a betrayal of farmers and a fundamental contradiction to the Agricultural Land Reserve’s core mission. They fear this shift will inflate land prices and sideline real agriculture. While the government argues it’s boosting the vital food

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1:32

BC Conservatives in Crisis | Canada News

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2026/09/14

The BC Conservative Party is in chaos as multiple MLAs bolt over ideological rifts with leadership, sparking questions about what’s really driving the split. Their March policy manifesto—once a rallying cry—now looks increasingly contradictory: touting freedom of expression while quietly sidelining other religious protections, downplaying climate action in favor of resource development, and promising housing fixes through deregulation while threatening to repeal Indigenous rights legislation

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1:24

BC Policy Gala: Fueling Solutions for BC | Canada News

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2026/09/14

BC Policy Solutions is hosting their flagship annual fundraiser on November 12th — not just a dinner, but a galasized night of urgent conversation at Fraserview Hall in Vancouver. This independent, non-partisan think tank tackles housing, racism, and climate crisis head-on, with every ticket directly funding their vital research. First-time gala hosts are bringing big names like MC Mo Amir and Indigenous welcome speaker Cecilia Point to spark meaningful dialogue. It’s your chance to join forces

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1:01

A Local Book for Neurodiverse Kids | Canada News

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2026/09/14

A heartwarming new children’s book, “My Busy Builder Brain,” born from an Ottawa family’s real-life journey with autism, is here to help kids who see the world differently feel seen, understood, and included. Designed to spark curiosity and build community through storytelling, it’s a grassroots, locally rooted tool for parents and educators to foster empathy and celebrate neurodiversity—making every child feel like they belong.Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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2:16

AI at Concordia Universities | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Universities are racing to integrate AI as essential, not just experimental — from mandatory AI courses to research supervisors footing the bill for AI subscriptions. But this rush raises alarms: AI threatens jobs like human translators and student notetakers, while also risking errors when students blindly trust flawed outputs. Despite a single DeepSeek ban and recent guidelines, Concordia’s AI policies feel reactive — leaving staff and students scrambling to adapt without clear guardrails or

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1:22

Police Fire Charity Match in Edmonton | Canada News

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2026/09/14

Edmonton’s police and fire departments squared off on the soccer field for their second annual charity match — a competitive but heartwarming showdown that raised funds for Wings of Providence, the Edmonton Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, and Muscular Dystrophy Canada. With BBQs, kid activities, mascot appearances, and even a Pipes and Drums performance, it was pure community spirit. Officers and firefighters, who work side by side daily, showed off their skills for 90 minutes — all to

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1:42

Canada’s $1 Trillion Investment Push | Canada News

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2026/09/13

Canada’s first-ever investment summit kicks off in Toronto as Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches the nation as a global powerhouse poised to attract a trillion dollars in investment over five years, spotlighting its energy, talent, tech, and trust. Delegates from Kuwait, Malaysia, and Japan are eyeing major opportunities in AI, critical minerals, and manufacturing, while Ontario’s Doug Ford highlights 15 key projects. Carney frames this as a national awakening — building, trading, and creating

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1:38

Century of Volunteer Aviation at Cooking Lake |...

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2026/09/13

Celebrating 100 years of flight, Cooking Lake Airport—Canada’s oldest public airport still running—thrives on volunteer power, hosting 200 aircraft, a flight school, Angel Flights, dental clinics for remote First Nations, and CASARA search-and-rescue ops. The centennial bash drew dozens of aviation groups, proving this humble runway is a lifeline for Alberta’s skies and communities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on

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0:53

Motorcycle Crash Rocks Scarborough | Canada News

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2026/09/13

Motorcycle Crash Rocks Scarborough | Canada News

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1:07

Smoke Alarm at Apartment and Daycare | Canada News

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2026/09/13

Smoke billowed from a building on Ryan Crescent early Sunday, prompting a major fire response and shutting down a nearby daycare—residents are anxious, officials silent, and investigators are still piecing together what caused the sudden emergency. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public

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1:18

Four-Year-Old Hit by Car in Rosemont | Canada News

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2026/09/13

A four-year-old boy narrowly escaped serious injury after being struck by a car while crossing d’Iberville Street in Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie. Police confirm the child is stable, and the 48-year-old driver, who wasn’t speeding, won’t face charges. The family is understandably shaken, but the incident is being treated as an accident. Meanwhile, the Canadiens inked forward Zachary Bolduc to a four-year, $16.8M deal, leaving just over $3.4M in cap space—with Arber Xhekaj still unsigned

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