Global National: Nov. 25

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was the final witness to testify at the Emergencies Act inquiry, as he vigorously defended his government’s decision to invoke the act to end protests from the so-called ‘Freedom Convoy.’ Trudeau’s reasoning for using the measure for the first time in the 34-year history of the law. Alberta’s provincial government introduced regulations prohibiting its schools from enforcing mask mandates, while simultaneously promising parents “guaranteed” access to in-person learning for students. The rationale behind this decision, the varying opinions on the announcement, and what effect it could have on the health-care system. There is renewed attention in Saskatchewan on the story of two Keeseekoose First Nation sisters, who have been in jail for nearly 30 years serving a life sentence for a murder for which someone else eventually confessed. Scenes from the sisters reuniting for the first time in 18 years, why they might be granted bail, and the potential publication ban on the upcoming decisions. Plus, a unique charity in London, U.K., known as ‘Choose Love’ has opened a pop-up shop where customers can choose gifts for refugees in need. How the organization is encouraging holiday shoppers the opportunity to give back.