
24/09/2025
CANADA TODAY NEWS:
National news in Canada is currently focused on a number of key issues, including international relations, domestic politics, and social and economic trends.
# # # International Relations and Foreign Policy
* **Canada and the United Nations:** Canadian officials have been active at the UN General Assembly in New York. Recent news highlights include Canada's commitment of $60 million in new funding to support stability in Haiti, with the aim of bolstering multilateral efforts to address the security situation there.
* **Trade and Economic Ties:** The Bank of Canada governor recently stated that Canada has waited too long to diversify its trade away from the U.S. This comes amid ongoing discussions about trade with the U.S., particularly in light of new tariffs.
* **International Incidents:** Canada's decision to ban the Irish rap group Kneecap from entering the country has made headlines. The government cited the band's alleged support for political violence and terrorist organizations, a claim the group denies. This has led to a legal challenge from the band.
# # # Domestic Politics and Social Issues
* **Gun Control:** The government is moving forward with its voluntary Assault-Style Fi****ms Compensation Program, starting with a pilot project in Nova Scotia.
* **Provincial Politics:** Saskatchewan's government is seeking an expedited appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada regarding its school pronoun law. The province is arguing that the case is of national importance.
* **Policing:** In Montreal, the police watchdog is investigating the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy by officers. The investigation has revealed that no weapon was found on the teenager, and the only firearm seized was from the officer involved.
* **Affordability:** A recent survey shows that a growing number of Canadians are dining out less due to the rising cost of living. Five provinces are set to increase their minimum wage in October to help address affordability concerns.
# # # Other Headlines
* **Search and Rescue:** A search for a missing five-year-old boy near a campground in Alberta has entered its third day, with nearly 100 searchers scouring the forested area.
* **Health and Research:** The Canadian government is investing nearly $20 million to support research platforms aimed at strengthening the country's capacity to detect and respond to infectious diseases and other health emergencies.