Graham Richardson breaks down Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's address requesting a separation question for the fall referendum and what it means for Albertans; Abigail Bimman reports on the CRTC raising the costs for streaming companies to support Canadian content and what it could mean for Canada-U.S. trade talks; Kathy Le speaks with residents of Sundre, Alta., about the push for Alberta independence and why some feel the province has been unfairly treated by Ottawa.

CTV National News for Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026: Cape Breton declares state of emergency
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CTV National News for Friday, September 4, 2026: Canada loses 42,000 jobs in August as trade tensions raise economic concerns
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CTV National News for Thursday, September 3, 2026: Toronto reels from violent storm as crews tackle widespread damage
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