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Canadian armed forces are helping evacuate Eabametoong First Nation. Military planes are taking hundreds of residents of the fly-in community to reception centres elsewhere. There are nearly two hundred fires -- razing large swathes of the province. Many First Nations are feeling the brunt of the impact, and members say support from the government hasn't come fast enough.

Also: Three months from today, Albertans will vote on whether their province should stay in Canada or have another vote on secession. First Nations leaders in that province are trying to mobilize voters against the separatist movement by reviving the 2015 Rock the Vote campaign. It saw the highest on-reserve voter turnout ever recorded during a federal election, and there are hopes this time will be just as successful.

And: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end. Spain has taken the trophy, winning 1-0 against Argentina. With three host countries and 16 venues, many communities across North America felt the impacts - including Canada's two host cities. You'll hear how fans are reflecting on the tournament, and how its given a boost to the sport in this country.

Plus: B.C. wildfire update, Mexico begins legal action over deaths of its citizens in ICE custody, Chinese EV's making their way to Canada, and more.

More than 900 wildfires are burning across Canada. One in five of those fires are burning across northwest Ontario alone. As communities are forced out of their homes - the province faces scrutiny of its handling of the emergency. But Ontario Premier Doug Ford is strongly defending his government's response.

Also: Two American troops stationed in Jordan are dead - after Iran targetted U.S. bases in allied Gulf States. They are the first Americans killed in since March, as the U.S and Iran continue to trade air strikes on one another.

And: Since 1960, Thousands of Toronto's elementary school students have visited the Toronto islands to learn about science and nature on overnight trips. But after sweeping school board cuts -- that program is ending. You'll hear about what's being lost, and how communities are reacting.

Plus: How wildfire smoke affects people with respiratory illnesses, Women and girls lose access to humanitarian aid, Disability exhibit in Prague, and more.

There are now about 900 active wildfires burning across the country, with dozens more added to the tally today alone. As politicians make big promises to help, crews and volunteers are working around the clock to contain the flames.

And: U.S. President Donald Trump blames Canadian forest management for smoke crossing the border, threatening devastating new tariffs.

Also: Is it worth it to host international sporting events in Canada? A look at the experience of Montreal — 50 years after it hosted the Summer Olympic Games.

Plus: A profile of the next UK prime minister Andy Burnham, U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak traced to lettuce served at some U.S. Taco Bell locations, and more.

Fast-moving wildfires are destroying communities, and forcing thousands from their homes. The people of Collins First Nation say they fled ahead of the flames with just the clothes on their backs.

And: Environment Canada is urging people in many parts of Ontario to cancel any outdoor activities, as air quality readings spark alarm.

Also: U.S. President Donald Trump addresses the nation. He’s suggested it will be about election integrity — “and a few other things”. Trump has frequently made unsubstantiated claims that the 2020 election — which he lost — was “rigged”.

Plus: Meta expands safeguards for its AI tools, human testing for ebola vaccine, U.S. lawmakers complain about Canadian forest management, and more.

Canada’s biggest city is topping the wrong kind of chart of major cities with the worst air quality. The air is thick with a yellow haze and the smell of smoke is everywhere. And some places have it even worse. The culprit: wildfires burning across the country.

Also: The country’s population is aging rapidly, putting more pressure on specialist care. But seniors are struggling to get access to specialists, which can lead to life-threatening consequences.

Plus: WestJet flight attendants vote to strike, Trump’s choice for attorney general grilled at senate, Bank of Canada governor sees signs of economic growth, and more.