N.S. wineries raise concerns over broadening of subsidy program
Nova Scotia wineries are raising concerns that their industry could be decimated in the wake of the government’s decision to broaden a subsidy program to include the bottling industry – even though the bottling industry would be permitted to use imported grapes. Amber Fryday reports.
Global News at 6 Halifax
Mar 8
Conservative leader says eliminating trade barriers is one way to help Okanagan wine industry
Conservative Party of Canada leader Pierre Poilievre made another stop in the South Okanagan to talk about local issues -including the cost of living – crime – and drugs. Taya Fast reports.
Canada
Mar 8
B.C. wine industry facing catastrophic crop losses
Following an extreme cold snap last month, B.C.’s wine industry is now predicting almost 100 per cent crop losses across the Okanagan Valley. And wine experts say the impact of this cold snap will be felt for years to come. Taya Fast reports.
Feb 15
Global News Hour at 6 BC: March 12
The province announces six-figure fines and jail time for commercial vehicle overpass strikes. Surrey has approved 150 new parking spots for trucks, but the industry says that’s not nearly enough. And why parents at a Vancouver school accuse the city of a parking cash grab.
Global BC
Mar 12
Global National: March 24
Russians united on Sunday for a national day of mourning following Friday’s terror attack at a packed concert hall outside Moscow. Redmond Shannon reports on the aftermath of the attack. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is reportedly en route to Washington, D.C., as the U.S. pushes Israel to abandon its planned offensive in the southern...
Global National
Mar 24
Global National: March 14
A day after his business partner testified before a House of Commons committee, it was now Darren Anthony’s turn on the hot seat. The federal government paid his company, GC Strategies, millions to create the controversial ArriveCAN app. How Anthony bewildered MPs with his answers, including whether he read the auditor general’s blistering assessment of...
Global National
Mar 14
Tech Talk: Costa Rica’s semiconductor industry and AI companions
Costa Rica is making big strides in the semiconductor industry. Digital Living Expert Mike Agerbo tells us about that in this week’s top tech news and we also look at the growth of AI companions.
Consumer
Feb 19
Severe cold snap causes catastrophic damage to B.C. grapes, report says
A wine industry report finds a severe cold snap in January caused catastrophic damage to B.C.’s wine grape crops. Wine Growers BC President and CEO Miles Prodan discusses the economic repercussions.
Global News Morning BC
Feb 16
How will Manulife-Loblaw deal on specialty drugs impact you?
There was a major shake-up in Canadian pharmacare this week, with insurance company Manulife announcing a deal with grocery giant Loblaws. And as Mike Drolet reports, the industry minister and some experts are concerned about what it could mean for consumer choice.
Canada
Feb 3
Ottawa monitoring Chinese investment in domestic rare earths mine
The Canadian government says it’s keeping an eye on a recent Chinese investment in a struggling Australian firm that owns Canada’s only operating rare earths mine. The minerals are essential to the “green” economy. As Heidi Petracek explains, some industry insiders want Ottawa to take more assertive action to keep China away from domestic resources.
Canada
Dec 16, 2023
Global National: Dec. 19
A volcanic eruption has opened up a massive, fiery fissure in southwestern Iceland, with nearby residents watching closely to see where the lava will flow. What led up to the volcano finally erupting after weeks of intrigue, how long the eruption could last, and the threat it may pose. More than 20,000 Palestinians have been...
Global National
Dec 19, 2023
Sask. remote mining tech company says it’s ready to lead industry
WATCH: Nutrien is using some of the latest mining technology to keep up with the global potash demand. Global’s Jeffrey Meskens was able to see the machines working up close.
Global News at 5 Regina
Oct 30, 2023
Nygård testifies for 1st time at Toronto sex assault trial
Disgraced fashion mogul Peter Nygård has testified in his own defence for the first time at his sexual assault trial in Toronto. He’s accused of using his position in the fashion industry to lure women and girls. Mike Drolet reports on what Nygård said on the stand, including what the former designer denied, and what...
Global National
Oct 25, 2023
How the St. Lawrence Seaway strike could affect Canada’s economy
In Quebec, hundreds of St. Lawrence Seaway workers have walked off the job, bringing one of Canada’s most important marine shipping routes to a standstill. Mike Armstrong explains what the union and employer can’t agree on, how much this strike is costing the Canadian economy each day, and which industries are greatly affected.
Global National
Oct 23, 2023
Global National: Oct. 5
A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian village of Hroza has killed at least 51 people. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls the strike a “deliberate act of terrorism.” How this is one of Russia’s deadliest attacks since the start of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and how Western leaders are trying to shore up support...
Global National
Oct 5, 2023
Global National: Oct. 4
Wab Kinew and the Manitoba NDP have won a majority government, defeating the Progressive Conservatives in the provincial election. The reaction to Kinew’s historic victory, his message to the province, the hurdles he faces, how the Tories’ message didn’t resonate with voters, and the takeaways for other political parties in future elections. A regimental funeral...
Global National
Oct 4, 2023
Global National: Sept. 27
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has apologized on behalf of Parliament for paying tribute to Yaroslav Hunka, a Ukrainian man who fought for a Nazi unit during the Second World War. Why Trudeau’s apology isn’t being well-received by critics, and which MPs are vying to become the new Speaker of the House of Commons. Calgary authorities...
Global National
Sep 27, 2023
Arctic char thriving at urban fish farm in Montreal
While Arctic char are native to alpine lakes and subarctic waters, thousands of them are thriving at an urban fish farm in a Montreal industrial park. Mike Armstrong went to see what’s making a splash in the most unlikely of places, and explains how this facility is also eco-friendly.
Global National
Sep 19, 2023
BIV: Wine industry hit hard by wildfires
B.C.’s wine industry has been hit hard by wildfires, while tourism tries to get back on track after the pandemic. BIV’s Tyler Orton has your business news.
Global News Morning BC
Aug 23, 2023
Service industry adapting as Canadians dining out earlier
Canadians’ dining habits are changing post-pandemic. As Mike Drolet reports, more people are opting for early dinner and that’s meant the service industry has had to adapt.
Canada
Aug 11, 2023