Trump expected to speak about election integrity in national address

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to address the nation on Thursday night on topics he said will include elections and voting machines, suggesting he is likely to revisit some of the unproven claims he has previously made about Republican losses, particularly his own in 2020.

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After 6 years, Trump brings his election obsession to prime time

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday terminated the last three members of the Election Assistance Commission, the independent, federal commission that assists election administration officials nationwide, the White House confirmed.

Trump removes remaining heads of Election Assistance Commission

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro was recently in Canada and we asked him about the upcoming midterms. He spoke to CBC News chief correspondent Adrienne Arsenault about the November elections, which will be a crucial test for the Democrats.

Is this top Democrat worried about the U.S. midterms?

Republicans blast Canada over wildfire smoke, air quality in northern U.S.

These maps and charts show where the wildfires are, how much has burned and how they're affecting air quality.

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Tracking the 2026 wildfires in Canada

Communities across Canada are beset with wildfires, including well over 100 in northwestern Ontario alone. See some of the confirmed photos from the region here.

Evacuees' photos show raging wildfire that forced evacuation in northwestern Ontario

As wildfires burn out of control in parts of Ontario, the province is asking the federal government to ensure aircraft and crews could be deployed in 24 hours or less in case assistance is needed. Premier Doug Ford responded to criticisms Thursday that the government was underfunding emergency firefighting, saying the it would spare no expense to keep people safe.

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Ford defends Ontario emergency firefighting budget as province asks Ottawa to help with evacuations

Here's a list of evacuations, closure and other impacts that the dozens of fires in northwestern Ontario are having on communities in the region.

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Forest fires in northwestern Ontario: What to know

Despite temperatures in Thunder Bay, Ont., dropping to a high of 25 C on Thursday, smoke is expected to remain a challenge for residents over the next 36 hours. Environment Canada and Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services have more on what people in the city can expect.

'Good news and bad news:' What Thunder Bay, Ont., can expect related to air quality over next 36 hours

The Assembly of First Nations passed an emergency resolution calling on the government to help Namaygoosisagagun First Nation after a wildfire destroyed most of the community on Monday.

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Assembly of First Nations calls for support for First Nation in Ontario after wildfire

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Toronto air quality may 'temporarily improve' Friday, but conditions could persist into weekend

As an orange haze blankets Toronto's skyline, the combination of an air quality warning and a prolonged heat wave has advocates warning that the city's most vulnerable populations are at risk and stepping up demands for stronger protections.

How Toronto's wildfire smoke and air quality are impacting the city's most vulnerable

Wildfire season is here — and so are air quality warnings from the resulting smoke. Dr. Vhaibav Gupta says while it's impossible for some people, like those who work outdoors, to stay inside, masks are just one way to mitigate some of the health risks.

How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke

An orange-level air quality warning remained in effect for Toronto on Wednesday night due to heavy smoke conditions from wildfires.

Environment Canada warns of 'very poor' air quality as wildfire smoke hangs over Toronto

Evacuation orders have been issued for multiple communities in northwestern Ontario due to threats from nearby wildfires, as the region contends with heat warnings and smoky skies. Here's what we know about the situation, as wildland firefighter crews battle more than 120 confirmed blazes.

Wildfires prompt multiple evacuations in northwestern Ontario amid extreme heat

These photos were taken just one day apart, showing how quickly Toronto's sky went from clear to smoky.

Smoke from forest fires in northwestern Ontario is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility for much of southern Ontario, according to Environment Canada, which says the conditions may last until Friday morning.

The agency is urging people to 'reschedule or cancel' outdoor activities.

Before and after: Smoky haze takes over Toronto

Environment Canada placed Toronto under an orange-level air quality warning Wednesday due to wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario. That means a dirty sky is hanging over the city, blotting out distant landmarks. Some residents have taken to wearing masks to keep out fine particles in the smoke.