Global Affairs Canada confirms they were able to help another 50 Canadian citizens leave Haiti. This is one of the Canadian helicopters as it arrived at Canada’s Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti’s capital. Global Affairs facilitated nine departure flights yesterday. Since March 26, they have been able to help 132 Canadian citizens reunite with their families. This latest batch of evacuations …
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Pakistani flight attendants missing after arriving in Canada
Several Pakistani flight attendants have gone missing after landing in Canada. They’ve abandoned their jobs and are believed to be seeking asylum. This is a recurring issue for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). CTV’s Heather Wright reports that PIA flights frequently touch down in Toronto, with crew members staying at nearby hotels before returning home. However, an increasing number of crew …
Read More »Monumental cleanup operation begins in Baltimore after bridge collapse
The monumental task of removing debris from the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore is underway. Cranes on barges are being positioned to clear the shipping channel, vital to the city’s economy. The Biden Administration has provided $60 million for the cleanup and pledged to cover the full cost of bridge replacement. Chris Reyes Reports from the Scene Chris …
Read More »Business Report: Will Baltimore bridge collapse delay shipments?
The closure of a major shipping port in Baltimore following the bridge collapse is expected to cause delays. Roll-on/roll-off cargo, including vehicles, agriculture, and construction equipment, will be most impacted. While automakers anticipate minor delays, extended waiting times beyond usual quotes are possible. BRP Stock Up Despite Lower Snowmobile Sales BRP, a leading snowmobile manufacturer (Ski-Doo), reported lower sales due …
Read More »Baltimore bridge collapse: Investigators release timeline of disaster
The U.S. Navy and Coast Guard are tackling the complex task of removing debris from the collapsed bridge in Baltimore. Barges and cranes are en route to assist. Maryland has received $60 million in federal aid for cleanup and rebuilding. Meanwhile, families of the deceased construction workers seek answers. Reporter Joel Senic is live at the scene. Salvage Operation Underway …
Read More »Crews work to clear Baltimore bridge wreckage
There is just so much for investigators to sort through, collecting what evidence they can on board the Dolly containership as they try to pinpoint what went wrong. Meanwhile, Army Corps Engineers used sonar equipment to survey what’s left of the Francis Scott Key Bridge as they develop a plan to get Baltimore Harbor reopened. Step one of that plan …
Read More »NHL Highlights | Golden Knights vs. Jets – March 28, 2024
They Winnipeg has lost four straight fell here an overtime to Edmonton on Tuesday got behind 3-1 in the third period then scored two goals in a minute to tie it and now behind the Vegas net. Puck work loose to Ben Hutton. Jack eel winds it up. NHL Highlights Golden Knights vs Jets Jack with 25 shots on goal …
Read More »Canada GDP increased 0.6% in January
In a surprising turn of events, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for January surged by 0.6%, defying earlier projections of stagnation. Providing expert commentary on this development is Peter Armstrong, who offers valuable insights into the implications of these numbers. “So, Peter, take us through some of these numbers,” prompts the anchor. “Yeah, Hillary, this is a good report,” begins …
Read More »Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison in crypto fraud case
We begin this breaking news this hour with breaking news out of New York. Former crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Freed has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. He was convicted of fraud and money laundering last year after stealing billions from cryptocurrency customers. The CBC’s Richard Madden is following the story for us. Richard, what’s unfolded so far and what …
Read More »Freighter pilot radioed for help before ship hit Baltimore bridge
Well, black box data is revealing what happened in the moments before the bridge disaster in Baltimore. US investigators say the data shows the ship’s crew desperate attempts to stop the mammoth vessel before it smashed into the bridge. At around 01:26 and 39 seconds, the ship’s pilot made a general VHF radio call for tugs in the vicinity to …
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