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Canada has appointed Mark Wiseman as its next ambassador to the United States, a key change as Ottawa prepares for trade talks; Fake AI images are fueling confusion, leaving people unsure what to believe and casting doubt on legitimate photos and real events; Canada’s sovereignty has faced pressure during U.S. President Trump’s second term, leading PM Carney to prioritize military investment; and more.

A new report seeks to address some of the reasons why the NDP faltered in 2025; Canada’s high cost of living has deterred some Canadians from local this holiday season; residents in Atlantic Canada say the increasing food casts are making it harder to feed their families; and more.

The latest on the U.S. Justice Department releasing thousands of redacted files related to the Epstein case, including photos and call logs; Daniel Jolivet, 68, who has maintained his innocence since being convicted of a quadruple murder in 1994, was granted release Friday by a Quebec Superior Court; A Toronto man is facing terrorism-related charges linked to ISIS, along with other offenses, allegedly targeting the Jewish community.

Prime Minister Mark Carney met virtually with Canada’s premiers Thursday as his government navigates a complex mix of energy policy disputes, U.S. trade pressure and growing regional tensions.

Emergency crews are facing dangerous conditions in southern Alberta after heavy snow and strong winds wreaked havoc across the region; U.S. President Donald Trump attributing some of his successes to the use of tariffs as he addressed the nation on Wednesday evening; Canada’s population fell by about 76,000 in the third quarter, a rare decline outside the pandemic, driven by immigration changes.