Carney accepts EU invite; Manitoba ditches time switch

Carney accepts EU invite; Manitoba ditches time switch

Author: Global News September 18, 2026 Duration: 26:48
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada "welcomes" the European Union's proposal to become an associate member. David Akin reports from Strasbourg, France on how both sides seem keen on pursuing a deeper partnership, what Carney says he won't do, and the message he's sending to the White House. Eric Sorensen takes a closer look at the potential benefits and challenges of Canada pursuing a potential partnership with the EU. And Heidi Petracek spoke with Canadians to hear how they feel about the idea. Redmond Shannon reports on the amplifying warnings about artificial intelligence, and how one tech company says some of its models are misbehaving. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has temporarily closed. Jackson Proskow explains what U.S. President Donald Trump says has to happen in order for the building to reopen. Jillian Piper reports on the growing signs of division among the federal Conservatives. The Australian athlete who soiled herself at a Hyrox event in Beijing but continued to race is speaking out. Jacqueline Hansen tells you what Joanna Wietrzyk said, and what she's decided to do. Plus, Touria Izri reports on how Manitoba is the latest place in Canada to stick with daylight saving time forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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