Trudeau announces $9B aid for students struggling due to pandemic

A 17-year-old girl has died following a vehicle crash in Calgary last week, according to police. Calgary police said the crash occurred early Wednesday morning. Investigators believe the teen's vehicle struck a parked GMC Savana. Police have not released the identity of the victim. Investigators said speed is being examined as a possible factor in the collision. The death remains under investigation, and police have not announced whether any charges are being considered.

Environment Canada says air quality across much of northern Alberta and Saskatchewan is expected to remain poor through mid-week because of wildfire smoke. The agency said smoke from ongoing wildfires is affecting air quality and visibility in several communities. Officials are advising residents to limit time outdoors and keep windows and doors closed as much as possible to reduce exposure to smoke. People who must spend extended periods outside are encouraged to consider wearing a well-fitting respirator mask, such as an N95, which can help reduce exposure to fine particles in wildfire smoke

Canada will face Morocco in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup after the North African side defeated the Netherlands in a penalty shootout on Monday to advance to the knockout stage. The match, played in Mexico, ended in a 1-1 draw after regulation time before Morocco secured a 3-2 victory in the penalty shootout. The meeting marks the second consecutive World Cup in which Canada and Morocco have faced each other. At the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Morocco defeated Canada 2-1 in the final group-stage match before advancing to the semifinals in a historic run. Morocco, currently ranked sev

Canada's national football team has made history by becoming the first team to reach the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. In their final group-stage match on Sunday, Canada defeated a strong South African side 1-0 to book their place in the knockout stage.It is the first time that Canada has won a knockout match at the FIFA World Cup. The Canadian team will now face the winner of the Netherlands vs. Morocco match in the pre-quarterfinal on July 4.The thrilling contest at Los Angeles Stadium remained goalless after the regulation 90 minutes, with both teams unable to find the back of the

Canada's former chief trade negotiator, Steve Verheul, says he does not expect Ottawa and Washington to reach a tariff agreement before the U.S. midterm elections. Verheul said that while there may be a brief opportunity this fall for the U.S. administration to secure a political win through a trade deal, it is more likely that negotiations will continue into next year. He added that, so far, no proposal close to a favourable deal for Canada has been put on the table. He also questioned whether trade agreements signed by other countries with the United States would remain durable over the long