We want pharmacare deals with the provinces: NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh“This bill is passed. Now we want to see deals (with provinces), so our focus is on forcing this Liberal government to get those deals signed . “The pharmacare legislation includes universal access to contraception and diabetes medications, with the goal to expand the number of covered medications in the future. It also implements a universal first-dollar coverage pharmacare plan for medications, meaning that the government pays the costs upfront. This initiative could add 6,000 new family doctors over the next decade, each serving approximately 1,500 patients.

Brad Gushue: New teammate Brendan Bottcher one of top 5 shot-makers in the worldNewsDuration 6:44There’s a shakeup in the curling world, and Brad Gushue says the former rivals turned teammates are excited. Alberta’s Brendan Bottcher joins Team Gushue as a second, even though he’s been a long-time skip. The CBC’s Carolyn Stokes talked to both Bottcher and Gushue about the move.

How to see the 'once every decade' comet A3 passing by EarthNewsDuration 2:18In a year that included a rare total solar eclipse visible in parts of eastern Canada, as well as the most visible northern lights in decades, comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS, also known as A3, is dazzling stargazers the world over as it passes near Earth.

A veteran Quebec television executive has been chosen as the new president of CBC/Radio-Canada, sources tell Radio-Canada. Marie-Philippe Bouchard will soon be named to the top job at Canada's public broadcaster, the sources said. Marie-Philippe Bouchard will be named the new President and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada, sources told Radio-Canada. Marie-Philippe Bouchard will be named the new President and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada, sources told Radio-Canada. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has vowed to defund the public broadcaster if elected.

Début du widget Widget. Fin du widget Widget. WATCH | Israeli attack on hospital camp Monday kills at least 4 Palestinians:Début du widget Widget. Fin du widget Widget. His older brother Shaaban was the rose of the family, he said, a software engineering student who had the Quran memorized.

Canadian diplomats prepare to leave India amid rising tensionsNewsDuration 1:41Canadian diplomats are being expelled from India, and Indian diplomats are being expelled from Canada. CBC’s Salimah Shivji reports from New Delhi, where she says the media and authorities condemn allegations that Indian agents are committing crimes in Canada.

Production company for TIFF film 40 Acres pays outstanding amounts to Sudbury crew, union says – CBCOct 15, 2024IATSE Local 634 pleased and hopes payments to vendors, suppliers will followThe union representing film crew workers in Sudbury says a settlement has been reached to finally pay some members who worked on a multimillion-dollar Canadian feature film shot in the area a year ago. The film, 40 Acres, was produced by 4T Productions, led by Jennifer Holness, and filmed primarily around the northern Ontario city in September and October 2023. It premiered at the recent Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/40-acres-iatse-crew-amounts-paid-1.7350595

The government of Canada has designated the pro-Palestinian group Samidoun as a terrorist entity in a joint action with the U.S., both governments announced Tuesday. The PFLP is a listed terrorist entity in Canada, the U.S. and the European Union. The U.S. Treasury Department has listed Samidoun as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. Samidoun also posted a statement that called the attack "a legitimate military operation (new window)." Canada's listing of Samidoun as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code means certain actions related to the group are now illegal, including activities related to financing, travel and recruitment.

A mural on the side of an Estevan building showcases some of what the southeast Saskatchewan city is known for, including agriculture, oil and gas, and its local hockey team, as well as its moniker, the Energy City. When you drive into Estevan, Sask., you're greeted with a sign welcoming you to "The Energy City." The Westmoreland Coal mine provides fuel and energy for the two local power stations, Boundary Dam and Shand Power station — drawing people here to live and work. The latest stop on our road trip was to a city in the southeast corner of the province, Estevan. The latest stop on our road trip was to a city in the southeast corner of the province, Estevan.

RCMP accuses Indian officials of violent crimes, extortionNewsDuration 6:38The RCMP announced it has evidence linking Indian government agents in Canada to threats, extortion and violent crimes, including the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The revelation is expected to further deteriorate India-Canada ties after the mutual expulsion of diplomats.

Quebec's population is aging. Can society handle that long-term? NewsDuration 2:33As the proportion of citizens consuming resources like pensions as well as public housing and health care for seniors continues to grow in the coming decades, experts say political and cultural changes will need to be made for society to adapt.

CBC Asks: What matters to you? NewsDuration 1:35Throughout this election season, CBC New Brunswick is visiting several communities to ask people what’s top of mind as we get closer to Oct. 21. Jonna Brewer, host of Information Morning Moncton, went to speak with voters in Sackville.

New documentary explores Indigenous-led farming in northern B.C. – CBCTea Creek, by Indigenous filmmaker Ryan Dickie, tells the story of a farm in KitwangaA new documentary released on CBC Gem Friday tells the story of an Indigenous-led farming initiative in northern British Columbia that aims to foster a deeper connection between Indigenous communities and their land, through the growing, harvesting, and sharing of food. Tea Creek follows Jacob Beaton, a Tsimshian man who left a successful career as a business consultant to cocreate Tea Creek Farm in Kitwanga — a community situated between Smithers and Terrace — alongside his wife, Jessica Ouellette. Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/tea-creek-farm-documentary-1.7350499

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) has officially opened submissions for the 2025 JUNO Awards Presented by TD. Whether you’re a veteran in the industry or a fresh face on the scene, here’s your guide to everything you need to know about submitting your work for the JUNO Awards this year. You can apply to be a judge at junosubmissions.caWhere and When Are the 2025 JUNO Awards? The 54th Annual JUNO Awards and JUNO Week will take place in Vancouver, BC, from March 27 to March 30, 2025. The show will be broadcast live on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos.

MARKHAM, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ventureLAB in partnership with Regional Municipality of York, is excited to announce the return of Canada’s premier hardtech innovation event, the 4th Annual HardTech Summit, taking place on November 6-7, 2024, at the Toronto Marriott Markham. Hosted by ventureLAB, our mission is to power hardtech founders to build and scale globally competitive ventures that advance Canada's knowledge-based economy. HardTech Summit will feature engaging panel discussions, technical booths, and networking opportunities. Day 2 will culminate in the HardTech Pitch Gala Dinner, where eight innovative startups will compete for $50,000 in cash prizes. Key panels include:MedTech at Home: A $Billion Opportunity for the Smart and BoldFueling HardTech Growth: Where is Canada’s Competitive Edge?