Today's most corroborated Canadian stories — weighted for multi-outlet coverage, real disagreement, and national stakes.
The Supreme Court of Canada has announced that it will hear an appeal regarding the federal government's ban on single-use plastics. This decision follows the Federal Court of Appeal's January ruling, which allowed the government to maintain the ban. The outcome of this case may have significant implications for environmental policy in Canada.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is campaigning in Alberta in advance of a referendum regarding the province's potential separation from Canada. He is urging Albertans to vote against secession, emphasizing the importance of unity within the country. The referendum is scheduled for Monday, and Carney's message is focused on preventing division and uncertainty.
The federal government has announced a commitment of $100 million toward offshore wind development in Nova Scotia. This funding will support initiatives such as the Wind West project and includes $5 million for preliminary measurements of wind and ocean conditions. The potential first phase of the project could yield five gigawatts of electricity by 2033, exceeding the province's current energy requirements.
Cleveland-Cliffs, the owner of Stelco, is under scrutiny from the Canadian government following announced layoffs at the Hamilton steel plant. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly stated that failure to uphold employment commitments could result in forced divestment of the company's Canadian assets. The CEO of Cleveland-Cliffs has accused Ottawa of 'bullying and harassment' in response to these developments.
Health Canada has issued a recall for several brands of organic cheeses sold across Canada due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled brands include Farm Boy, L'Ancêtre, and Life Smart. So far, no illnesses associated with these products have been reported.
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has downgraded its forecast for home sales in 2026, projecting sales to reach 444,530, which is a 5.2% decrease from 2025 estimates. This marks the third consecutive quarter of downgrades. The decline in sales is attributed to various factors, including rising mortgage rates and a drop in September transactions compared to the previous year.