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A fire at a Kelowna supportive housing complex last month displaced 50 residents, prompting the termination of their rental agreements due to a frustrated tenancy. While some residents have secured alternative accommodations, others face uncertain options as winter approaches, with the facility not expected to reopen until 2027.

U.S. President Donald Trump will encounter significant challenges as Democrats assume control of both congressional chambers in January. Despite the shift, experts suggest his executive powers may allow continued influence over tariffs and regulations, though legislative gridlock is anticipated in the divided government.

Ibrahim El-Hakim, a former Royal Bank of Canada employee, has been found guilty of opening 43 fraudulent accounts and accessing the personal banking information of Prime Minister Mark Carney. Charged with fraud, identity theft, and unauthorized computer use, El-Hakim’s sentencing is scheduled for later this month.

Saskatoon’s transportation committee has postponed land expropriation discussions for six Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station sites due to stalled negotiations with property owners. City administrators reported ongoing consultations since 2024, with plans to re-engage four owners amid business concerns over safety and access related to the stations.

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that “more intense” trade negotiations with the United States have commenced, following a call with President Donald Trump. Carney indicated that Canada has removed some “red lines” from discussion, including issues related to language and culture, as both sides aim for progress on key economic topics.

The Canadian federal budget for 2026 will include an update on immigration levels, as confirmed by a government source. The update will mark the second consecutive year it is included in the budget, aiming to clarify Canada’s approach to managing permanent and temporary residents amid ongoing concerns regarding public services and housing.

Saskatoon’s transportation committee is set to decide on expropriating small parcels of private land for six Bus Rapid Transit stations, following stalled negotiations with property owners. The committee’s decision, which could impact business operations, will be forwarded to city council for final approval.

Manitobans are adapting to new schedules following the introduction of Manitoba Standard Time, which has led to darker mornings. This change affects IT teams and construction workers, with 92% of residents supporting the end of seasonal time changes, as announced by Premier Wab Kinew.

Toronto police Chief Myron Demkiw confirmed that investigators were unaware a gunshot victim at a local hospital was a suspect in a violent home invasion. Daijohn Richards, 23, is wanted in connection with the incident that injured four family members, three of whom were shot.

Virginia Hicks has been named the 2026 National Silver Cross Mother by The Royal Canadian Legion. She will place a wreath at the National War Memorial in Ottawa on Remembrance Day, honouring mothers who have lost children in military service. Hicks’ daughter died during a training exercise in 2002.