The players behind the Oilers’ playoff surgeNewsDuration 1:55The Edmonton Oilers’ comeback in the Stanley Cup playoffs isn’t a surprise to those who know the depth on their bench. From superstar Connor McDavid to Edmonton-raised goalie Stuart Skinner, the playoff surge is a team effort.
Could this federal byelection in Toronto be a national bellwether? NewsDuration 9:36Residents in the Liberal stronghold riding of Toronto-St. Paul’s are voting in a byelection on June 24. UBC political science Prof. Gerald Baie says it's a close race to watch as polls show a surge in Conservative support across the country.
Hitting the links at 2 a.m. isn't a problem at the Arctic Open in IcelandNewsDuration 0:56The Arctic Open in Akureyri, Iceland, invited golfers from around the world to a unique competition setting, where snow-capped mountains dotted the horizon and the sun shone bright all through the night. During the summer months in northern Iceland, the sun stays in the sky for 24 hours a day.
A look back at memorable Oilers' fan moments from this year's Stanley Cup runSportsDuration 2:01Edmonton hockey fans have been showing their support for the Oilers throughout the 2024 Stanley Cup run. Here's a look back at some of the more memorable fan moments captured by CBC cameras.
Audrey Leduc locked in on improving ahead of trials, and OlympicsSportsDuration 1:39Canadian sprinter Audrey Leduc, the national record holder in the 100 and 200-metre, is only focused on what she can control, saying the 'sky is the limit' for her success.
Kade Gartner's quote reads, NHL 2024 Stanley Cup champions: Edmonton Oilers. The Panthers, appearing in the final for the third time, are hunting for the franchise's first Stanley Cup — and redemption after finishing as the NHL runners-up last year. Fin du widget Widget. That Edmonton team — the last to make it to the final — pushed the Carolina Hurricanes to Game 7, but lost 3-1. What would a Stanley Cup win for the Oilers mean to you?
Environment Canada meteorologist Ali Jalali said Monday wind is expected to lightly blow northwest on Monday, so he doesn't expect the wind will help blow the fire closer toward Churchill Falls. "We don't expect any precipitation for the next 24, 48 hours for that area," Jalali told CBC News on Monday morning. An evacuation order was issued last week for the power-generating town of Churchill Falls, forcing several hundreds of people to leave the central Labrador community. A skeleton crew remained behind in Churchill Falls to maintain the massive hydroelectric plant, which supplies energy to Newfoundland and Labrador as well as Quebec. Provincial forest fire duty officer Mark Lawlor said Churchill Falls is safe for the moment and the fire — which is about seven kilometres from the town — is still contained to the south side of Churchill River.
Despite the higher price tag, SUV and truck sales have grown exponentially in North America in recent decades, eclipsing sedans in the process. But the ubiquity of SUVs and trucks isn't an accurate reflection of what people want to drive, say industry analysts. Automakers are leaning heavily on electrified SUVs, trucks and large cars, which means high prices and profits. This has been taken into account in vehicle safety ratings in Europe . So far, it's not the case in North America, and Equiterre's Pilon said that means people aren't getting what they need to make informed decisions about SUV safety.
Freeland asked about possible Chinese retaliation for potential EV tariffsNewsDuration 1:30Asked if she's worried about retaliation from Beijing for potential tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says China is "taking advantage of the global economic system" by exporting overcapacity and that Canada will act to defend its national interests.
TORONTO — CBC plans to mark Canada Day with a toast to homegrown legend Gordon Lightfoot. The national broadcaster says it’s marked July 1 to release the previously recorded tribute concert “Celebrating Gordon Lightfoot” on CBC Gem, CBC Radio and audio app CBC Listen. “Celebrating Gordon Lightfoot” premieres at 9 a.m. ET on CBC Gem and airs on CBC Radio One at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. in each local market. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 24, 2024.
William Shatner, Ryan Reynolds criticized for ‘tone deaf’ salmon farming campaignNewsDuration 1:55A coalition of B.C. First Nations are demanding an apology from Canadian actors William Shatner and Ryan Reynolds for their roles in a controversial campaign calling for an end to net pen salmon farming.
EVs and e-bikes are more popular than ever. Are all those batteries headed for landfills? NewsDuration 2:31There's a push in Quebec to find new technology that could help recycle materials found in rechargeable batteries, like those in electric cars and e-bikes.
Back in May, Toronto's Massey Hall hosted a concert in honour of what would have been the late Gordon Lightfoot's 85th birthday — a tribute to the artist's 170-plus performances at the venue that saw dozens of Canadian artists gather on stage to perform his works. Now, CBC has announced that the special will be available to stream across the country starting this long weekend. Blue Rodeo and the Gordon Lightfoot Band acted as the house band. Celebrating Gordon Lightfoot will be available to stream as of 9 a.m. ET on Canada Day (July 1) on CBC Gem and CBC Music's YouTube channel, and broadcasts at 12 p.m. on CBC Radio One and 4 p.m. on CBC Music and CBC Listen.
How psychology helped the Oilers through the Stanley Cup playoffsNewsDuration 4:12Sports psychologist Mat de Moissac breaks down the Oilers’ use of psychology to enhance their performance on the ice and keep a positive mindset heading into what could be the biggest game of their careers.
The head of the RCMP says he's uneasy with the idea that politicians could use their parliamentary privilege to name colleagues accused of aiding foreign powers. The RCMP has said anyone who leaks classified intelligence could be charged under Canada's secrets law. After the NSICOP report was made public, the RCMP issued a statement that said the force "did not receive information regarding all the matters contained in the report." Duheme told Rosemary Barton Live that since then, the RCMP has circled back with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) to see if there are any avenues for further investigation. The use of intelligence as evidence has been a long-standing point of contention among Canada's security agencies, the police and the courts.
