America Canada Smoke from wildfires across Western Canada continues to affect air quality in North America; in recent days, smoke has been transported across the North Atlantic to reach Europe, resulting in hazy skies and sunsets from 17 August
America Canada The Mounties in Quebec have arrested four people including active members of the Canadian Armed Forces, alleged members of a terrorist extremist militia accused of wanting to forcibly take over land near Quebec City
America Canada Bomb threats prompted NAV Canada to respond with employees evacuation in airports across the country and subsequent flights diversions or cancellations; targeted facilities weren't disclosed but are 'several', including Ottawa and Montreal
America Canada The biggest increase in military spending since World War II has been agreed upon by PM Cerney as part of a NATO design to both prepare for growing Russian threats and keep the US from quitting the Western alliance; spending will reach 5% of GDP by 2035
America Canada Foreign ministry said it erred issuing a public statement advising all Canadians in the Middle East to leave if possible in view of escalation of conflict between Israel and Iran; Canadians are now asked to consult travel advisories country by country