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Communities across Canada are marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with ceremonies, walks and other events. The day honours residential school survivors, their families, and the children who never returned home, while recognizing the system’s lasting impacts. Sept. 30 is also Orange Shirt Day, inspired by the story of residential school survivor Phyllis...

BCGEU President Paul Finch joins Global News Morning to discuss the impact of tariffs, the risk of job losses and the role of unions in helping workers navigate these challenges.

A punishing 50% tariff by the American president was temporarily put on hold in the eleventh hour on Tuesday. The announcement from Trump comes after Canada and the United States reached a trade agreement, avoiding a fresh round of tariffs on Canadian goods. Reggie Cecchini reports.

WATCH: Fireworks and food trucks are just some things on Saskatoon’s Canada Day agenda with many people at The River Landing to enjoy the festivities.

It’s Canada Day, and with an extreme heat warning in effect, many celebrated under some of the hottest conditions we’ve seen this year. Whether it was at the waterfront, or taking part in traditions across the city, people still found ways to make the most of the holiday. Lexy Benedict has more on how Torontonians...

Communities across the region are getting ready to mark Canada Day. In Kingston, officials are urging people to leave the fireworks to the professionals. While in Bath, organizers are preparing for one of the village’s biggest days of the year. Jesse Reynolds has more.

The wild weather continues across Calgary, with many areas experiencing thunderstorms and downpours as the city celebrates Canada’s birthday. But despite less-than-ideal conditions, it wasn’t enough to stop Calgarians from taking part in multiple Canada Day events across the city. Jordan Prentice has more.

Thousands of British Columbians came out on Canada Day to celebrate. Events were held throughout the province to mark Canada’s 159 years of Confederation. Safeeya Pirani has the highlights.

Montrealers from all backgrounds turned out in droves to take part in Canada Day festivities in several neighbourhoods across the city. Those who came out to party say despite the challenges faced by the city and the country, they are optimistic and grateful. Phil Carpenter reports.

Ottawa is shifting from emergency response to recovery after record breaking rainfall on Canada Day triggered widespread flooding across the city. Officials say crews remain focused on restoring power, clearing debris and helping residents clean up as recovery efforts continue.

Canada Day is typically a celebration of national pride but this year in Alberta it’s also serving as a reminder of the province’s deep political divide. With a referendum looming asking Albertans about the province’s future in Canada, it’s prompting people to think about what the country has done for them. Kabi Moulitharan reports.

Whether you’re hosting or attending a Canada Day celebration there are ways to incorporate the perfect themed bites. Ariana Thomas, a food and lifestyle content creator, joins Liem Vu  withsome inspiration.

WATCH: There are many activities taking place in Saskatoon for Canada Day. Nowshad Ali, Canada Day Director tells Global News Morning what we can expect this year.

The national daytime ceremony at Ottawa’s LeBreton Flats Park marked 159 years of Confederation. Notable figures spoke to the crowd, including Prime Minister Mark Carney, Canadian astronaut Col. Jeremy Hansen, Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Marc Miller, recently-appointed Governor General Louise Arbour and accessibility advocate Rick Hansen.

Industry Minister Mélanie Joly commented Tuesday that Albertans “chose Canada” and that the country is “very united” following a referendum question in which the majority of Albertans chose to stay in Canada. Joly added that Canada needs to “work through cooperative federalism to make sure that all provinces and all Canadians feel that they can...

Canada officially turns 159 on Wednesday and the City of Peterborough has plenty of activities planned. Madeleine McColl has the details:

On Canada’s 159th birthday, Prime Minister Mark Carney told the nation that “Canada is worth fighting for.” David Akin reports on Carney’s Canada Day speech promoting unity and strength, the messages from new Governor General Louise Arbour and from Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, as well as the festivities on Parliament Hill.

A Torontonian pedaling for a good cause has finished a 45-day ride across Canada in Halifax. Eric Paton is using a bike and a lot of determination to raise money for Foodbanks Canada. David Murdock reports.

Mississauga’s Celebration Square is hosting their annual Canada Day celebration on Wednesday.  One of the many talents performing this year is Aiona Santana, a Venezuelan Canadian singer with a blend of traditional and modern pop hits. Santana joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to discuss what influences her music.

Thursday is National Shawarma Day in Canada.  Ben Osmow, one of the creators of the day and well-known shawarma chain owner, joins Ross Hull to pay homage to the delicious wrap.