34 arrested, $2.7M in drugs seized across multiple Canadian cities: Durham police

The Football Association has announced it will convey the concerns of England supporters regarding the exorbitant ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup to FIFA. The cheapest tickets are now priced at $220, significantly higher than the $21 initially promised in the bid for hosting the tournament across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Canada will implement tighter limits on steel imports starting December 26, aimed at bolstering its domestic steel sector in response to significant tariffs imposed by the United States. This move is expected to restrict imports from countries without free-trade agreements with Canada, thereby protecting local industries.

Canadian apparel brand Lululemon reported a decline in quarterly sales in North America, attributing the drop to consumers facing the challenges of a high cost of living. This trend reflects broader economic pressures affecting consumer spending habits in the region.

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.

Canada’s border agency has reported that all suspects involved in the recent extortion cases in British Columbia have claimed refugee status, complicating the deportation process for these foreign nationals. This situation highlights the challenges faced by authorities in addressing the rising extortion boom in the region.

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.