Today's most corroborated Canadian stories — weighted for multi-outlet coverage, real disagreement, and national stakes.
Apple and Google Maps have adjusted the name of Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' on their respective applications for users in the United States. This change follows an order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump. In contrast, MapQuest continues to identify the body of water as Lake Ontario.
In the recent Ontario provincial byelections, the Progressive Conservatives and the New Democrats are set to retain their seats. Progressive Conservative Jeff Beattie is projected to win in Hamilton East–Stoney Creek, while New Democrat Fatima Shaban is expected to maintain her position in Scarborough. No ridings changed hands in the trio of byelections held on Thursday.
A peace officer from Alberta's Sheriffs will not face criminal charges for using artificial intelligence to create intimate images of women, including co-workers, without their consent. The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team concluded that the officer's conduct, while serious, did not violate criminal laws as they exist. The incident has raised concerns regarding the implications of AI technology and consent in the workplace.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Scott Jones as the new head of the Communications Security Establishment, which is Canada's cybersecurity agency. The appointment was announced in Ottawa. Jones will lead the agency that focuses on monitoring and securing Canada's cyberspace.
Elections Alberta is set to distribute nearly 225,000 mail-in ballots for the upcoming referendum, reflecting increased demand for mail-in voting compared to past elections. However, some voters have reported issues with missing ballots and confusion regarding the ballot materials. The Alberta New Democrats have called on Elections Alberta to resend ballot forms to address these concerns.
New Brunswick's government has released a document indicating that the province needs to address policy gaps to achieve its emissions targets for 2050. Recent approvals for natural gas facilities, including a power plant, are raising concerns regarding the province's commitment to its net-zero plan. Critics warn that continuing to expand natural gas infrastructure could jeopardize New Brunswick's climate goals.