Smith defends Alberta electoral map against gerrymandering allegations
Premier says proposed boundary changes are reasonable and would give voters better representation
Howley News
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Politics & Government
New Kelowna councillors intend to improve public discourse
At Monday's swearing-in ceremony, Tom Dyas pledged to find more ways to listen and communicate. Asked what that would look like, he acknowledged there is room for improvement.
New Winnipeg city council takes office, sets agenda at inaugural meeting
Mayor Scott Gillingham and the 15 freshly elected representatives on Winnipeg city council took the Declaration of Office Tuesday.
Manitoba producers hopes for stability from U.S. midterms
Manitobans are watching the U.S. midterms closely on Tuesday evening hoping for some relief after tariffs continue to hamper the agricultural industry.
McGill confirms convicted murderer no longer enrolled as a law student
McGill's provost, Angela Campbell, informed students and staff about the news in a statement sent on Monday.
Business & Economy
‘Why bother?’: Maine voters question U.S. attacks on Canada at midterm polls
In Maine, a border state that has been hit hard by the Canada-U.S. trade war, incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins is hoping to hold off Democrat challenger Troy Jackson.
3M commits US$7.35 billion to settle ‘forever chemicals’-related claims
The payment structure includes a US$50 million payment in 2026 and no payments in 2027, with about 20 per cent of payments due in the final two years.
More intense U.S. trade negotiations have started, Carney says
Prime Minister Mark Carney says “more intense” trade negotiations with the United States have started since his call with President Donald Trump last weekend.
First polls close in U.S. midterms as voters deliver verdict on Trump’s tenure
The first polls have closed in parts of Indiana and Kentucky after millions of Americans cast their votes Tuesday in U.S. midterm elections that will serve as a referendum on U.S. President Donald...
U.S. ‘offering more’ in trade talks, says PM Carney, as America votes in high-stakes midterms. Follow live updates.
Amid a churning trade dispute, the Trump administration faces a major test. What does it mean for Canada? Follow for live updates.