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 is Canada's most-watched national news program. Now you can stay up date Monday to Friday with the CTV National News Podcast, delivered nightly. Listen to Canada’s most trusted newscast featuring stories from here and around the world with a perspective that is distinctly Canadian and backed by the #1 news organization in Canada.

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

U.S. President Trump slammed the Supreme Court ruling as a disgrace after tariffs were struck down; however, Steel, aluminum, auto and lumber tariffs on Canada remain in place despite the U.S. Supreme Court ruling.

U.S. President Trump slammed the Supreme Court ruling as a disgrace after tariffs were struck down; however, Steel, aluminum, auto and lumber tariffs on Canada remain in place despite the U.S. Supreme Court ruling.

CTV National News for Friday, Feb. 20, 2026: U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump's global tariffs

The former Prince Andrew, brother of King Charles III, was arrested on his 66th birthday as a police probe claims he shared sensitive info with Jeffrey Epstein; as Canada’s Mexico trade mission ends, focus shifts to the CUSMA review amid fears the pact could face challenges; and amid a surge in violent extortion cases in B.C., Alberta and Ontario, Ottawa announces new tools to help police disrupt offenders and protect victims.  

The former Prince Andrew, brother of King Charles III, was arrested on his 66th birthday as a police probe claims he shared sensitive info with Jeffrey Epstein; as Canada&rsquo;s Mexico trade mission ends, focus shifts to the CUSMA review amid fears the pact could face challenges; and amid a surge in violent extortion cases in B.C., Alberta and Ontario, Ottawa announces new tools to help police disrupt offenders and protect victims.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CTV National News for Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026: Prince Andrew arrested on 66th birthday amid Epstein investigation

Canadians celebrate Team Canada’s dramatic last-minute comeback victory over Czechia to advance to the semifinals; as Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux joins the Liberals, giving PM Mark Carney a possible path to a House majority; and the Canadian Real Estate Association says that the harsh winter weather is hitting hard for the decline of house sales. 

Canadians celebrate Team Canada&rsquo;s dramatic last-minute comeback victory over Czechia to advance to the semifinals; as&nbsp;Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux joins the Liberals, giving PM Mark Carney a possible path to a House majority; and the Canadian Real Estate Association says that the harsh winter weather is hitting hard for the decline of house sales.&nbsp;

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

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