Extortion suspects have all claimed refugee status, Canada’s border agency says

Tens of thousands of residents in western North America are under evacuation orders as heavy rains have caused rivers to overflow, particularly affecting Washington state and British Columbia. Authorities continue to warn that water levels are rising, and the risk of flooding remains high following several days of intense storms.

An atmospheric river has led to severe flooding in the Pacific Northwest, affecting areas in both Canada and the United States. Thousands of residents are preparing to evacuate as torrential rain continues to impact the region, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure damage.

Canada achieved a trade surplus for the first time since the onset of the trade war, with exports increasing and imports decreasing in September, according to Statistics Canada.

During testimony, Canadian Minister Champagne defended the contracts with Stellantis, stating that the government secured several covenants aimed at protecting workers and ensuring the company's operations in Canada. This comes amid ongoing discussions with MPs regarding job guarantees for employees affected by the agreements.

Canada's privacy commissioner is investigating the use of facial recognition technology in advertisements displayed on billboards near Union Station following public complaints regarding privacy concerns.

Canada has awarded a multibillion-dollar military satellite contract to MDA Space and Telesat, a significant move under Prime Minister Mark Carney's administration, which aims to accelerate military spending. This decision has led to a notable increase in the stock prices of both companies.