Ottawa tells its diplomats not to meet with U.S. midterm candidates
Canadian diplomats were directed this week not to meet with or attend events with candidates in the U.S. midterm elections.
Glen Linder, assistant deputy minister for the Americas at Global Affairs Canada, sent a memo midday Tuesday to members of the foreign service in the United States.
The memo, which was obtained by The Canadian Press, says if diplomats find themselves "in the same physical space" as a candidate or elected official, they should avoid being photographed or having their name or position appear in any public communications materials.
The memo says those instructions are similar to those in place during election periods in Canada, when public servants are expected to avoid contact with elected officials except in exceptional circumstances.
The memo comes as the Trump administration accuses Canadian politicians of interfering in American elections.
While Prime Minister Mark Carney has disputed the suggestion of Canadian interference, the memo says that, given "heightened sensitivity," the department must take a "very risk-averse approach."
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 22, 2026.
Copyright 2026, The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.
Une voiture coincée dans la rivière des Mille Îles a été repêchée par hélicoptère (VIDÉO)
Elle était là depuis mars dernier. 😲
Presque devenu une attraction touristique, le véhicule coincé dans la rivière des Mille Îles depuis mars 2026 a finalement été repêché, à la suite d'une opération policière d'envergure qui s'est déroulée ce 21 octobre, soit sept mois plus tard.
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La voiture abandonnée en plein milieu des rapides, à Terrebonne, a enfin quitté l’eau, et pas de la façon la plus classique : elle est repartie suspendue au bout d’un câble, sous un hélicoptère.
Les services de police de Terrebonne/Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines/Bois-des-Filion et de Laval avaient prévenu la population le matin même qu’une opération conjointe aurait lieu vers 9 h. C’était leur deuxième essai : une première tentative, à la fin juillet, avait échoué parce que les conditions ne permettaient pas d’intervenir de façon sécuritaire.
Cette fois, c’était la bonne. Le maire de Terrebonne, Mathieu Traversy, a confirmé la fin des travaux sur les réseaux sociaux, en soulignant qu’il s’agissait d’une « opération complexe » et en remerciant les équipes mobilisées. Et les images de la manœuvre, elles, sont assez impressionnantes.
Récupérer une auto dans une rivière, ce n’est déjà pas simple. Mais à cet endroit précis, « les berges et l'impact environnemental rendaient l’approche difficile », selon ce qu’a expliqué le capitaine Vincent Charbonneau, du Service de police de Terrebonne, à Radio-Canada.
La solution retenue : faire appel à un remorqueur professionnel et en remorquage, et à un hélicoptère assez puissant pour hisser le véhicule hors de l’eau.
L’opération a obligé les autorités à ériger un large périmètre de sécurité, notamment sur le boulevard des Mille-Îles, du côté de Laval. Le voisinage avait aussi été prévenu que le bruit et le souffle des pales risquaient de se faire sentir.
Une épave qui faisait jaser

Depuis des mois, la carcasse intriguait les gens du coin, et l’opération de mercredi a fait réagir en masse sur les réseaux sociaux. Plusieurs ont salué la fin de ce qu’une personne a qualifié de « toute une épopée », tandis qu’une autre a lancé que l’auto était « presque rendue la 8e merveille du monde ».
Mais la grande question qui revient dans les commentaires, c’est la facture. « Maintenant, envoyez la facture des opérations au propriétaire! », a écrit un internaute, dans un commentaire qui a récolté des dizaines de réactions. La Ville n’a pas précisé publiquement le coût de l’opération ni qui l’assumera.
Narcity Québec s’est renseigné auprès de la Ville de Terrebonne pour savoir qui paiera le tout. L’article sera mis à jour dès qu’une réponse sera obtenue.
Pour ce qui est de la suite de l'enquête, les autorités ont mentionné que l'identité du propriétaire de cette Nissan Altima était connue, mais n'allait pas être divulguée pour le moment. Narcity Québec a aussi contacté le Service de police de Terrebonne/Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines/Bois-des-Filion afin d’en savoir plus sur les prochaines étapes du dossier, notamment sur la possibilité que des accusations soient déposées, puisque la thèse de l’accident a été écartée. L’article sera mis à jour dès qu’une réponse sera obtenue.
L’épave a peut-être quitté la rivière, mais elle risque de faire parler d’elle encore un bout.
Vancouver approves non-binding drug plebiscites that mayor-elect Pete Fry disavowed
Voters in Vancouver have voted by about two-thirds in favour of two plebiscite questions proposed by the city's outgoing mayor on drug use, despite ejecting him from office in the same election.
The City of Vancouver says about 137,000 people voted in favour of stronger laws on open-air hard-drug use, and about 136,000 voted for the city to ask the province to provide "100-plus" involuntary care beds in the city.
But the plebiscite questions were non-binding and mayor-elect Pete Fry said during the campaign that he did not think that putting them on the ballot was necessary, criticizing the questions as cynical and lacking details.
Fry has said he supports managing drug use in public spaces, but differs from outgoing Mayor Ken Sim in believing people should be diverted to supervised consumption sites or shelters.
Sim had said a "yes" vote would have given the city a stronger mandate to deal with drug use in Vancouver.
Fry convincingly defeated Sim in the Oct. 17 vote, which also saw progressive parties sweep Sim's ABC party out of all but one council seat.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 22, 2026.
Copyright 2026, The Canadian Press. All rights reserved.

Canada Morning Brief: What You Need To Know For June 28
Including how to get a breezy summer job catching 18-foot pythons in Florida.
Good morning — Andrew from Narcity here! ☕
Reminder: you have three more days to stock up on supplies ahead of Canada Day store closures on Friday.
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In Case You Missed It
1. Canadian Government Promises Streamlined ArriveCan
The feds will try to alleviate some of the country's airport delays by making the ArriveCAN software "faster and easier" to use, Lisa Belmonte writes. Starting today, those arriving at Toronto Pearson or Vancouver International can use the ArriveCAN app or website to make their customs and immigration declarations up to 72 hours in advance.2. Ex-Leafs Star Kadri Calls Out His Detractors After Cup Win
Shortly after winning his first career Stanley Cup — and as the first Muslim player to ever do so — Nazem Kadri wasted little time addressing his haters, particularly those who doubted him during his decade with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After tallying 15 points in 16 games en route to the Colorado Avalanche's title win, the 31-year-old said those who thought he was a "liability" due to his abrasive playing style could "kiss (his) ass." Josh Elliott has the full story here.
3. Why You Should Visit Alberta Instead of BC This Summer
There's a minor feud brewing on Narcity's western Canada desk, with writers from the country's two western-most provinces squaring off over their summer travel itineraries. This weekend, however, Calgary-based Charlie Hart actually had lifelong Vancouverite Ashley Harris agreeing with some of her takes on Alberta's superiority over British Columbia. Here's why you should visit the Princess Province this summer.
4. Who's Mans From Toronto Is This?
The stars of the new Netflix action comedy The Man from Toronto have already apologized for the deeply offensive affront of... not pronouncing "Toronto" authentically. However, there were actually more than a handful of obvious tells that neither Kevin Hart nor Woody Harrelson's characters were actually from Hogtown. Tristan Wheeler breaks down the list here.
5. A New Way To Explore Niagara Falls
Starting on Canada Day, visitors to Niagara Falls will be able to experience the signature landmark by questing 2,200 feet down through a cavernous, underground tunnel. Those who brave the trek are rewarded with a new panoramic vantage point from which to view both the Horseshoe and American Falls. For what you need to know before you visit, Madeline Forsyth has the deets.
5 Things You Need To Know Today
🎉 HOLIDAYS
There are a bunch of completely legit holidays taking place today, particularly stateside, where Americans will observe such sacred occasions as National Insurance Awareness Day, National Logistics Day and National Tapioca Day. Exciting!
🎾 WIMBLEDON
Canada's Rebecca Marino fell on the first day of Wimbledon but the three remaining Canucks competing in singles play — Bianca Andreescu, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov — are all in Round 1 action today at the All England Club.
⚾ BASEBALL
As far as midseason, Tuesday night games go, tonight's clash with the visiting Boston Red Sox could be a big one for Toronto. The Blue Jays can leapfrog Boston for second place in the AL East with a win. First pitch comes at 7:07 p.m. ET.
🐍 JOB ALERT
Those looking for a relaxing way to make a few bucks this summer should head down to South Florida, where a program will pay you $10-15 an hour (plus bonuses) for capturing pythons — like the 18-foot monster that was recently caught in the Everglades.
🎂 BIRTHDAYS
Expect Elon Musk to mark the 51st occasion of his birth by tweeting something absolutely exhausting. Happy 31st birthday to Belgian soccer star Kevin De Bruyne — who Canada will see in Group Stage play at the FIFA World Cup this fall. Say anything to John Cusack — but especially "happy birthday," since he turns 56. Former MTV monopolizer Rob Dyrdek is 48, making millennials of a certain vintage feel especially ancient.
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