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Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton: April 30In this Tuesday, April 30, 2024 edition of Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton with Carole Anne Devaney and Scott Roberts, police release photos of a person of interest in the Hangar 11 fire, a Canada-wide warrant is out for a suspect linked to the extortion of South Asian home builders, Alberta’s mountain snowpack levels...Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonApr 30
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Global National: April 9Dozens of confidential documents have been entered as evidence at the public inquiry into foreign interference, detailing what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau knew about suspected interference in the 2019 and 2021 federal elections – and when. What Katie Telford, Trudeau’s chief of staff, said about when the prime minister was briefed about potential security breaches,...Global NationalApr 9
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Global Okanagan News at 5: November 22, 2023Police in the North Okanagan are seeking the public’s help as they look to identify a suspect accused of pointing a firearm at another person. Kelowna city council made the decision to defer any recommended changes to the city’s short-term rental bylaws. A crash between two school buses just outside of Salmon Arm was of...Nov 22, 2023
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Video released as police look for needle-dropping suspectWATCH: Saskatoon police are alerting the public about reports of needles being left in parks near some schools. Global’s Easton Hamm has more on the reports and the response from school divisions.Global News at 6 SaskatoonOct 20, 2023
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Calls for sanctuary school policy in CoquitlamA rally was held outside Coquitlam’s school board meeting, calling on the school district to implement a policy that ensures students with precarious immigration status can access public education. Cassidy Mosconi explains.CanadaOct 18, 2023
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Calgary Police Service increases patrols near places of worship as Middle East violence continuesPolice in Calgary say while there is no direct threat to the public at this time, officers have stepped up patrols at religious schools and places of worship amid the ongoing deadly violence in the Middle East. Elissa Carpenter has details.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryOct 12, 2023
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‘It’s going to get worse’: What’s at stake with India-Canada diplomatic feudPrime Minister Justin Trudeau is alleging India violated Canadian sovereignty, stating Canada has a “credible” potential link between agents of the government of India and the killing of Canadian citizen and prominent Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has called Trudeau’s allegation “absurd” and the diplomatic rift is only growing. ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes...The West BlockSep 24, 2023
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The West Block: Sept. 24, 2023 | How India murder allegation feud affects Canada’s economy, foreign affairsPrime Minister Justin Trudeau is alleging India violated Canadian sovereignty, stating Canada has a “credible” potential link between agents of the government of India and the killing of Canadian citizen and prominent Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has called Trudeau’s allegation “absurd” and the diplomatic rift is only growing. ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes...The West BlockSep 24, 2023
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SOGI rallies take place across Canada including KelownaIt is highly controversial–sexual orientation and gender identity more commonly known as SOGI policies in public schools. The government says it promotes an inclusive learning environment but opponents say it only grooms and sexualizes children. Today—in Kelowna–a large anti-SOGI crowd joined counterparts right across Canada for the ‘1 Million March 4 Children’. As Klaudia Van...CanadaSep 20, 2023
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Move to make uniforms mandatory making waves at John Rennie High SchoolBeginning this fall, students who attend John Rennie High School on Montreal’s West Island will have to adhere to a mandatory dress code. The academic institution is one of the latest public schools to introduce a uniform policy. But as Global’s Felicia Parrillo reports, the move to make uniforms mandatory isn’t sitting well with everyone.Aug 21, 2023
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New study reveals municipal housing policies’ impact on prices: University of Calgary researchA study from the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy highlights the significant impact of municipal housing policies on housing prices. By comparing Cochrane and Okotoks, researchers found that Cochrane’s higher housing supply due to more building permits resulted in more affordable housing compared to Okotoks. Robert Falconer from the University of Calgary joins...Global News at Noon CalgaryJul 27, 2023
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OPP investigating after van smashes through wall at school in Goderich, Ont.Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating after a minivan smashed through a wall at Goderich Public School in Goderich, Ont., just before 6 a.m. on Monday morning. The 17-year-old driver received minor injuries.CanadaJul 24, 2023
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Mixed opinions on students moving to proficiency grading scaleB.C. public schools are adopting a new assessment method for students from kindergarten to grade nine, which has received criticism from some parents. As Mackenzie Mazankowski reports, opinions are divided regarding this change in policy.Jun 27, 2023
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Global National: June 9David Johnston, the former governor general and special rapporteur on foreign interference has resigned. For weeks now he’s faced numerous calls from opposition parties to step down over his recommendation not to hold a public inquiry into Chinese efforts to influence Canadian elections. Mercedes Stephenson has more. A week into Pride Month 2023, the clock...Jun 9, 2023
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Alberta researchers call for change to youth mental health strategyJen Zwicker, health policy director at the University of Calgary School of Public Policy, joins Joel Senick to explain why Alberta needs a more unified approach when it comes to addressing youth mental health concerns.Global News at Noon CalgaryApr 21, 2023
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Alberta’s agri-food industry has potential to kick-start economy post pandemic: reportA report released last week by The School of Public Policy refers to Alberta’s agri-food industry as a “gentle giant that’s about to awaken.” As Tiffany Lizée reports, the research points out the opportunities available for agri-food success, but also the roadblocks producers face.CanadaJul 13, 2021
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: Oct. 6, 2021NEWS UPDATE with Keri Ferguson A mandatory vaccination policy for core public service, airline and rail employees, and travellers; outbreak closes Havelock Belmont Public School; cyclist charged after being struck by bus; 7 day weather outlook with Caley Bedore.WeatherOct 6, 2021
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Indecent exposure at Vancouver elementary schoolPolice warn public about a man exposing himself to elementary school children in the West End. Catherine Urquhart reports.Global News at 11 BCJun 9, 2021
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Fluoride Debate: new research; Jennifer Zwicker, Manager, Health Policy, School of Public Policy at the University of CalgarySat, Apr 9: We take a closer look at new research about tooth decay in kids, and what needs to change to prevent it.Apr 9, 2016
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Texas school shooting: Authorities speak on criticism surrounding police response to rampageVictor Escalon, state Department of Public Safety South Texas regional director, addressed reports that witnesses of the Uvalde school shooting had urged police to charge into the building sooner than they had, saying they were working to verify that information amid ongoing criticism of the police response to the rampage that killed 19 students and...WorldMay 26, 2022