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Canadian authorities intercepted a 16-foot U-Haul truck at the U.S.-Canada border near Stanstead, Que., just minutes after alleged smugglers loaded in 44 people, the RCMP say. The people found in the sweltering cargo area, most of whom were Haitian nationals, included a pregnant woman and young children, police said. They allegedly told officers they had crossed the border on foot, walking for two hours before the truck picked them up.
August 6, 2025 - 06:30 | Claire McFarlane, Sara Mojtehedzadeh | The Globe and Mail
Good morning. Canada is laying the groundwork for USMCA talks while Trump rewrites trade policy one hazy deal at a time – more on that below, along with Victoria Mboko’s Cinderella run at the National Bank Open and a potential Air Canada strike. But first:Today’s headlinesWildfires push thousands from their homes in Manitoba and Newfoundland, while areas of Nova Scotia are on high alertFormer Israeli officials call for an end to the war in Gaza, as Netanyahu hints at its expansionThe family of a hostage held by Hamas pleads for an international response after the release of videosAn...
August 6, 2025 - 06:01 | Danielle Groen | The Globe and Mail
An internal assessment of the plan determined that burrowing a tunnel under the highway would face technical and financial problems and could pose 'risks to public safety.'
August 6, 2025 - 06:00 | Isaac Callan | Global News - Ottawa
The Ontario government, poised to allow private clinics to do publicly funded hip- and knee-replacement surgeries, is facing behind-the-scenes criticism from some of the people who hope to build the new facilities. The long-delayed move is part of the Progressive Conservative government’s push to boost the involvement of the private sector in the public health care system, in an effort to move more procedures out of hospitals and reduce waiting times.
August 6, 2025 - 05:30 | Jeff Gray | The Globe and Mail
A truck crashed into a Fredericton antique shop Saturday night. There were no injuries, but damage is severe. A GoFundMe has been set up to help the owner rebuild.
August 6, 2025 - 05:00 | Prisha Dev | Global News - Canada
The Ottawa Police Service’s recent decision to bring back the District Policing framework represents an important and welcome change for our city. Though it carries costs, this model promises more responsive, community-specific policing by addressing the distinct needs of each neighbourhood and deploying officers accordingly to build stronger connections with residents, organizations, and partners. Read More
August 6, 2025 - 04:00 | Christina Spencer, Ottawa Citizen | Ottawa Citizen
