In a heart-wrenching turn of events, former Calgary Flames forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew tragically lost their lives in a crash caused by an alleged drunk driver. Hundreds of fans gathered at the Saddledome to pay their respects to the beloved brothers. Johnny’s wife Meredith expressed gratitude for the years she had with her husband, while a GoFundMe has been set up to support Matthew’s wife and their unborn baby, raising over $300,000 in donations. Global’s Craig Momney reports on the overwhelming show of support for the Gaudreau family during this difficult time.
In Alberta, proposed reforms to the health care system have sparked concerns about potential reduced access to services such as abortion, medical assistance in dying, and in-vitro fertilization. The province’s premier has floated the idea of transferring the operation of more rural hospitals to the Catholic health authority, Covenant Health, prompting discussions about the implications for Alberta’s health care system. Global’s Heather Yourex-West covers the debate surrounding these controversial reforms.
Meanwhile, in Gaza, efforts are underway to contain the spread of the life-threatening disease, Polio. The detection of Polio in the densely populated strip has raised alarm, especially due to its impact on children. The United Nations has initiated a vaccination campaign targeting 640,000 children in Gaza to prevent the further spread of the disease. Global’s Touria Izri sheds light on the challenges and efforts involved in this crucial vaccination campaign.
In Pennsylvania, a man will be facing misdemeanor charges after storming into the press area of a Donald Trump rally. The incident comes amidst heightened security concerns at the rallies of the former U.S. president, with new details emerging about an assassination attempt on Trump in early July. Global’s Mike Armstrong provides insights into the incident and the lingering questions surrounding it.
On the East Coast, industry leaders and provincial politicians are criticizing federal Fisheries Minister Diane Lebouthillier for alleged absence and unresponsiveness to issues surrounding the commercial cod fishery and tensions over Nova Scotia lobster. Global’s Heidi Petracek explores how these fights over fisheries could pose challenges for Trudeau’s Liberals in the upcoming election.
Lastly, the Canadian International Air Show celebrated its 75th anniversary in Toronto, showcasing a mix of iconic and state-of-the-art military aircraft. The event also marked the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force, wowing audiences with breathtaking aerobatic performances. Global’s Sean O’Shea captures the excitement and spectacle of this milestone air show.
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