Alberta’s referendum vote, happening in October, has left residents on both sides with numerous questions; researchers at the University of Winnipeg are studying what viruses and microbes could live in Lake Winnipeg; the CUSMA agreement allows extra protections against tariffs, but it may not be enough; and more.

Alberta&rsquo;s referendum vote, happening in October, has left residents on both sides with numerous questions; researchers at the University of Winnipeg are studying what viruses and microbes could live in Lake Winnipeg; the CUSMA agreement allows extra protections against tariffs, but it may not be enough; and more.

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CTV National News for Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026: What can residents expect at Alberta’s referendum?

Canada will purchase Saab’s GlobalEye system for Bombardier jets to boost Arctic surveillance and defence; Minister Dominic LeBlanc will visit Washington as Canada prepares for a major CUSMA review ahead of the July 1 deadline; Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault speaks with CTV News about resigning from his seat in the House of Commons and the reasoning behind his decision.

Canada will purchase Saab&rsquo;s GlobalEye system for Bombardier jets to boost Arctic surveillance and defence; Minister Dominic LeBlanc will visit Washington as Canada prepares for a major CUSMA review ahead of the July 1 deadline;&nbsp;Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault speaks with CTV News about resigning from his seat in the House of Commons and the reasoning behind his decision.

CTV National News for Wednesday, May 27, 2026:  Canada turning to Sweden for new Arctic surveillance jets

Former environment minister Steven Guilbeault is leaving the Liberal caucus and stepping away from politics; Canada is adding border precautions as officials respond to an Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and assess risks to Canadians; Two politicians were ejected after a heated exchange at Newfoundland and Labrador’s legislature amid a growing online controversy.

Former environment minister Steven Guilbeault is leaving the Liberal caucus and stepping away from politics; Canada is adding border precautions as officials respond to an Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and assess risks to Canadians; Two politicians were ejected after a heated exchange at Newfoundland and Labrador&rsquo;s legislature amid a growing online controversy.

CTV National News for Tuesday, May 26, 2026: Steven Guilbeault to leave Liberal caucus, exit politics

PM Mark Carney is calling Alberta’s referendum question a 'dangerous bluff,' comparing the proposed separation vote to Brexit; A South Korean submarine docked in Victoria for joint exercises and to showcase its bid to replace Canada’s aging submarine fleet; Quebec is rolling out new financial relief measures, including efforts to tackle soaring grocery prices across the province.

PM Mark Carney is calling Alberta&rsquo;s referendum question a 'dangerous bluff,' comparing the proposed separation vote to Brexit;&nbsp;A South Korean submarine docked in Victoria for joint exercises and to showcase its bid to replace Canada&rsquo;s aging submarine fleet;&nbsp;Quebec is rolling out new financial relief measures, including efforts to tackle soaring grocery prices across the province.

CTV National News for Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026: What can residents expect at Alberta’s referendum?

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