Canada News: Flood Delays, Defence Plans, Ukraine Aid and More 2026-05-04
Top Canadian stories on floods, defence, Ukraine aid, outages, travel and more.
Canada’s flood risk portal is delayed and lacks climate data, report says
Canada flood risk map by address: delays leave buyers and planners guessing
See what the Auditor General found and why updated flood maps matter now
Report says federal climate resilience plan for infrastructure is falling behind
Canada climate resilience audit flags major gaps in protecting federal assets
Only 3% of highrisk infrastructure has plans—see what’s delaying action
Canada pledges $270 million in new support for Ukraine
Canada boosts Ukraine defense with $270M for NATO priority military equipment
See how Ottawa’s latest aid and Europe ties could shape the war effort
Edmonton airport seeks role in Canada’s defence strategy
Edmonton International Airport defence strategy drives growth and logistics potential
Explore how new military investment could boost freight, jobs, and regional development
Telus outage affects northwest B.C. after cable theft attempt
Telus outage in northwest B.C.: service restoration after cable damage
See how the disruption affected phones, internet, 911 lines and local business
Air Canada refunds grieving mother after monthslong dispute
Air Canada refund delays: Nova Scotia mother waited months after a child’s death
See how the airline fixed the error and why grieving travelers face service gaps
U.S. tourist dies in accident at Banff’s Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon death: RCMP say an American man drowned in Banff National Park
Officials urge caution near spring runoff and explain why recovery efforts continue
What hantavirus is and how it spreads
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship raises rare rodentborne illness fears
See symptoms, spread risks, and why early care can save lives.
Why Star Wars has remained popular with fans
Star Wars Day in Calgary: why May the 4th still matters to fans
See how Expo fans and families keep the Force alive across generations