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The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops joins the faithful across Canada and throughout the world in praying for the swift and complete recovery of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV following his surgery on 13 October 2026. The CCCB President, the Most Reverend Pierre Goudreault, has also sent a letter to the Holy Father on behalf of the Canadian episcopate. The letter assures His Holiness of our prayers for his recovery and of the spiritual closeness of the Church in Canada, entrusting him to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph. It also requests his Apostolic Blessing.

Alberta has grand ambitions to increase oilsands production and sell more of its energy to the world. The proposed Pacific Link pipeline alone would add one million barrels per day of capacity to the West Coast, opening up greater access to Asian markets. Together with proposed expansions to the existing Trans Mountain, Enbridge, and South Bow pipeline systems, these projects could add at least two extra million barrels per day of egress, both to overseas markets and to the United States.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford delivers a keynote address to the Empire Club of Canada, outlining the province’s strategy to protect key sectors, build economic resilience and advance Ontario’s interests amid heightened trade uncertainty and economic challenges. Following his address, Ford sits down for a fireside chat with Andrew Furey, former premier of Newfoundland and Labrador. (no interpretation) (October 14, 2026)

In a highly anticipated rematch of the 2025 Rugby World Cup final, Canada will take the field in front of a record-breaking crowd of more than 18,000 fans, the largest ever for a standalone women’s rugby match in North American history. October 14, 2026 (Toronto, Ontario) – Canada’s Women’s Rugby Team is set for a historic homecoming in Toronto, as Head Coach Kevin Rouet has named the 23-player roster to face England on Friday, October 16, at BMO Field. In a highly anticipated rematch of the 2025 Rugby World Cup final, Canada will take the field in front of a record-breaking crowd of more than 18,000 fans, the largest ever for a standalone women’s rugby match in North American history.

PEIAtlantic Canadian businesses can apply for a share of nearly $40 million in federal funding for large-scale projects involving artificial intelligence. Federal program targets small and medium-sized businesses with projects costing at least $1 millionThinh Nguyen · CBC News · Posted: Oct 14, 2026 2:00 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 14Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Don Mills, chair of the Atlantic Economic Panel, says AI adoption in Atlantic Canada is lagging behind the rest of the country. (THE CANADIAN PRESS)Atlantic Canadian businesses can apply for a share of nearly $40 million in federal funding for projects involving artificial intelligence. The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency fund is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses pursuing projects costing at least $1 million. They can involve adopting AI in a company’s operations or developing AI solutions to bring to market.

Citizenship by descent applicants who live outside Canada and the United States can avoid several months of additional waiting by having a representative in Canada file their proof of citizenship application. A representative is a person you authorize to deal with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for you. Representatives can be paid or unpaid, and a relative or friend in Canada can take on the role for free. You’ll find details on both routes further down.

Warning that “Canada’s relationship with the United States has changed permanently,” Premier Doug Ford is urging Ontarians to brace for difficult times. “Make no mistake, Ontario and Canada are being challenged right now,” Ford told 1,200 people Wednesday at an Empire Club of Canada luncheon against the backdrop of rising unemployment in the province and slowing economic growth. Get the latest news and unmatched insights in your inbox every evening

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Wabasso Campground and Whirlpool Group Campground will remain closed for the 2026 camping season. The Parks Canada Reservation Service will launch for frontcountry camping bookings on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 8 am MT.

Nova ScotiaRCMP say a man who was driving a golf cart at a course just west of Halifax when it rolled over, causing minor injuries to his passenger, was impaired. A passenger was injured when the golf cart rolled over, according to policeBlair Rhodes · CBC News · Posted: Oct 14, 2026 1:06 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 14Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. RCMP said they arrested a man for impaired driving at a Halifax-area golf course after his cart rolled over. (CBC)A Saturday afternoon round of golf has turned into a criminal charge for a 33-year-old Halifax man. The man was driving a golf cart at a course just west of Halifax when it rolled over, causing minor injuries to his passenger, RCMP said Wednesday. Police who responded to the incident said the driver showed signs of impairment. He failed a roadside sobriety test and subsequently failed breathalyzer tests with a reading of 130 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood, according to police.

Policy responses to online harms must include strengthening federal lobbying regulations, and increasing digital literacy across all population groups. Bill C-34’s regulatory scope remains heavily centred on protecting children, particularly on social media. But online harms do not end at age 16, and they are not confined to social media platforms, writes Natalie Brender. Photograph courtesy of Ron Lach/Pexels

Strong winds will ease across Alberta tonight as a cold front pushes east across the Prairies, bringing gusty conditions to Saskatchewan and Manitoba on Thursday. Gusts will drop below 70 km/h in Edmonton after 9 p.m. and in Lloydminster after midnight. In Saskatchewan, winds will shift to the northwest tonight, with gusts reaching 60 km/h. Stronger gusts of up to 80 km/h are expected across southern Saskatchewan around midday Thursday. DON'T MISS: Winter snowfall across Canada may fall victim to El NiñoSouthern and central Manitoba will see northerly gusts of up to 70 km/h Thursday afternoon before winds ease overnight. The winds could push high-sided vehicles around and cause isolated power outages. Northern Alberta will see showers, with some snow possible over higher terrain, while a ridge of high pressure brings sunny skies and above-seasonal temperatures to parts of the Prairies. RELATED: 'Water and electricity do not mix.' Staying safe when storms knock out powerBe sure to check back for the latest weather updates across AlbertaWATCH: Could this be Canada’s warmest winter on record?

Nfld. & LabradorThe City of Corner Brook says it’s letting a dead fin whale decompose naturally, after consulting with provincial and federal authorities. Corner Brook says after consultation, it's letting the remains decompose naturallyElizabeth Whitten · CBC News · Posted: Oct 14, 2026 1:00 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 14Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. A fin whale that washed ashore not far from Corner Brook will stay there to decompose naturally. (Lindsay Bird/CBC)A dead fin whale that washed ashore on Newfoundland’s west coast will stay there after the municipality responsible for it decided to leave it be — a decision that at least one resident says doesn't pass the smell test. “There is going to be a bad stink there,” said Reginald MacDonald, who was among the first to discover the whale while fishing for squid. Earlier this month, the whale became stuck in shallow waters in Wild Cove, on the north shore of the Bay of Islands.

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Hockey Canada has announced the 44 players who will wear the Maple Leaf with Canada Red and Canada White at the 2026 U17 World Challenge, set for Nov. 1-7 at Sixteen Mile Sports Complex in Oakville. All 44 players have been drafted by Canadian Hockey League teams, including 18 from the Ontario Hockey League, 17 from the Western Hockey League and nine from the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League. Two players (Schultz, Pue) won a gold medal with Canada’s National Men’s Summer Under-18 Team at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup and a silver medal with Canada White at the 2025 U17 World Challenge. “We are excited to unveil the 44 athletes who have earned the opportunity to represent Canada at the U17 World Challenge in Oakville, as this is an important step in their development and progression through the Program of Excellence,” Program of Excellence general manager Alan Millar said in a statement. “Many of these players will wear the Maple Leaf for the first time and be introduced to international competition, and we know all 44 are excited to play for Canada and attempt to win a fourth-consecutive gold medal.”The 2026 U17 World Challenge kicks off Nov.