Today's most corroborated Canadian stories — weighted for multi-outlet coverage, real disagreement, and national stakes.
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.
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.
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, is set to launch a pilot program for robotaxis in Toronto, aiming to begin carrying passengers by 2028. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to enter the Canadian market and involves a partnership with Element Fleet Management for fleet management. The plan will initially include human drivers overseeing the autonomous vehicles during the testing phase.
Albertans are set to vote on whether to initiate a binding referendum on independence from Canada. Premier Danielle Smith has indicated that no further votes on separation will take place during her tenure if the majority chooses to remain in Canada. Recent polling shows a divided opinion among Albertans regarding separation and the related questions on the ballot.
An earthquake was reported in the Banff area of Alberta on Friday morning. Various sources indicate the earthquake had a magnitude of either 4.1 or 3.7. According to Natural Resources Canada, the earthquake occurred approximately 35 kilometres north of Canmore at a depth of about five kilometres.
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.