APTN National News: May 27, 2026

Added: 2026-05-28

[00:00:10]Wheatley tow. Welcome to APN National News. The federal natural resources minister has announced an agreement that will see the KSI solissums project in northern British Columbia supply liqufied natural gas to a German utility for up to 20 years.

[00:00:31]>> This uh announcement that the federal government will be sharing more about uh is about how we can work together um to deepen those trading relationships around the world uh in this case with Germany. uh and uh and it really reflects what is possible when we work together.

[00:00:49]>> The terminal still needs a final investment decision before construction can begin. Though the project has already received regulatory approval, this project is a partnership between Western LG, Rocky's LNG, and the Nisca Nation, and the group has been working to secure long-term international buyers before moving ahead. EB also linked the project to today's federal announcement with natural resources minister Tim Hutch and expected to speak here in Vancouver to speak in Vancouver rather about international energy exports. The premier says BC has already done much of the groundwork and now wants to see the federal government help strengthen trade relationships with countries like Germany.

[00:01:32]The Western premers met in Alberta on Tuesday where Alberta separatism was of course a hot topic. Following a response by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Manitoba Premier Wob Canoe weighed in on a recent court ruling quashing the petition to separate saying it was in fact the province of Alberta who had the duty to consult with First Nations.

[00:01:52]>> That we have a very clear understanding of what the duty to consult really means and what it doesn't mean. And I think at at the moment there's a lack of clarity on that.

[00:02:01]>> And you've talked a lot about >> Sorry, I'd like to respond. Um so I I think we know that that that is not correct. a lot of what you just said there, Premier Smith. Um, specifically, and we spoke about this, so I don't mind uh repeating this. Um, it is not up to the petition gatherers to fulfill the duty to consult. It is up to you as the Alberta government to fulfill the duty to consult. And in this case, when there is clearly going to be an impact on wellestablished existing hunting and fishing rights by putting up uh an international border, if some would have their way, the judge ruled, and I would agree with the judge's ruling, that that is going to infringe on rights. And so there is a duty to consult. Now, to take a step further, for the Albertan who's been frustrated over the lack of progress on pipelines, he's got the premier of BC announcing LNG. We're working on Churchill. We're working on northern uh trade corridors.

[00:03:00]This is a moment to get big things built in Manitoba. And I would say now is the time to work together. Why don't we hold off on this referendum talk for a year or two and see if we get these pipelines under construction? Because at the end of the day, we want Canada to succeed.

[00:03:18]We're all very proud of this place. I myself am very, very patriotic. And what I think it's important for us to say when we hear this sorts of discussion happening here in Alberta is for us to say, okay, thank you First Nations in Alberta for hitting the pause button on this. Now, the rest of Canada, let's work together and show Alberta just how appreciated they are in the rest of this country.

[00:03:42]>> This week also marks the fifth anniversary of the confirmation of finding 215 anomalies at the site of the former Cam Loops Residential School.

[00:03:50]Programs that support survivors and the continued search for more unmarked graves are under threat as federal funding is set to end.

[00:03:59]During a short press conference, NDP member of parliament, Leah Gazan, pointed out that the departments of Crown Indigenous Relations and Indigenous Services will have future budgets capped at 2%. And that current programs geared towards searching for unmarked graves will not have their funding renewed. Gazan characterized this as callous cuts by the Carney government and called for permanent legislated funding to support residential school survivors uh and their families for things like cultural supports, mental health care, supports for intergenerational trauma. These are all essential in addition to continuing the funding that's supposed to be suns setting next year for the searching of of unmarked graves for communities who are working hard to try and bring their family members home.

[00:05:00]Manitoba RCMP have taken a 15year-old male into custody without incident after two males were shot in the remote northern community of Pucket Aagen. On May 26th at 12:10 a.m. Pucket RCMP received the report that a 17-year-old and a 21-year-old male were riding a quad when they were shot. They were flown to Winnipeg for treatment. The RCMP's emergency response team was flown into the community to assist the local detachment and First Nations safety officers to find the suspected shooter.

[00:05:31]A 15-year-old male was taken into custody early evening Tuesday and charged with se several gun and drugrelated offenses, including aggravated assault. He remains in custody. Pucket and RCMP are continuing to investigate.

[00:05:48]Several community organizations in Winnipeg unveiled a website showing the wide reach of the city's policy prohibiting encampments for homeless people. The policy came as a response to some Winnipegers feeling unsafe around encampments.

[00:06:04]A map shows where people experiencing homelessness are not allowed to pitch a tent according to the city's encampment policy that began last fall. A city painted red with restrictions shows an impossible situation for many unhoused people. The organizations say they say a lack of affordable housing and at capacity shelters mean many people experiencing homelessness have quite literally nowhere to sleep. In 2024, an homelessness survey found 80% of unhoused people in Winnipeg are indigenous. Sunshine House Executive Director Levi Foy says the policy's impact on indigenous people is akin to the establishment of the reserve system across Canada.

[00:06:50]>> That is a constant reinforcement of the colonial system that we are that we live in and it's a constant reminder to uh indigenous individuals who will be experiencing homelessness uh that you have no power here and we will continue to strip away your power. the discrimination and the historical legacies of of colonization, of residential schools, of the child welfare system, of racism within education systems, racism within health systems, racism within housing systems, um continues to strip people's power away. So that when that's the the thing I was talking about when people have distrust, they're going to distrust another. Now we're just another person who's coming in and tell them you got to move and this is your only option here.

[00:07:38]And homelessness is at an all-time high in White Horse with recent data showing more than 300 people in the city don't have a place to call home. Now, the organization behind a new supportive housing project is hoping to reduce homelessness by providing those in need with a home to call their own. Sarah Connor has the details.

[00:07:59]After 5 years of planning and renovations, White Horse has a new supportive housing project to tackle homelessness.

[00:08:07]Really excited to see the reductions in homelessness that this program will bring. So, here's a two-bedroom unit.

[00:08:15]Our two-bedroom units will be for roommates or developed by nonprofit the Safe at Home Society. The 67 unit project named the hearth will provide affordable housing and supports for people experiencing homelessness.

[00:08:31]>> The hearth in in a person's home represents the the gathering place around your kitchen or around a fire.

[00:08:37]And so we really just wanted to evoke that feeling of of gathering and community and good conversation and and healing and warmth.

[00:08:47]$42 million of federal and territorial support helped transform the building from a former hotel. Each suite contains a kitchenet, private bathroom, and access to common spaces. There's also dedicated units for vulnerable youth between the ages of 16 and 24. With recent statistics showing more than 300 people experiencing homelessness in White Horse last month, Megent says the need for supportive housing has never been greater at a time when the affordability crisis is intensifying for everybody in the community. Um it's just really really an opportune time to kind of alleviate some pressure.

[00:09:27]>> That work starts with targeting those most at risk. 75% of units are allocated for indigenous people and 50% for women.

[00:09:38]No rooms have been assigned yet and moveins are slated to begin in late June when more staff are hired. Meech insists the hearth brings the organization one step closer to its goal of ending homelessness. We really hope that um the the beauty of the hearth will help people feel pride in where they live and um not so isolated and um sort of demonstrate to the community um that that everyone no matter where you're coming from or what what bumps are along the way that you deserve home. Sarah Connors, APN National News White Horse, Sarah, we're always looking for your feedback or story ideas. Here's how you can continue the conversation. If you have a story you want to share, send us an email to newsap.ca.

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[00:10:47]Time for a quick break here, but there's more to come on APN National News.

[00:10:51]Chesua, come on in. Pet the future of a food security program that hundreds of older Manitobans rely on is in doubt. Its current source of funding has been discontinued, meaning by the end of the summer, the program will end. With the details is CTV's John Hendris.

[00:11:17]>> I make sure I get my fruit. Victoria Como has always been a strong, independent person. But the 85-year-old's mobility and eyesight hasn't been the same since she was viciously attacked in February of 2025 while walking to the store to buy some milk.

[00:11:33]>> That guy that ran up behind me, I didn't even hear him. Just smacked me in the back of the head and knocked me down.

[00:11:39]>> She still hasn't fully recovered, making it a lot more difficult to get around to places like the grocery store. Luckily, the pensioner has help filling her cupboards.

[00:11:50]Ko is one of nearly 500 older adults getting a food hamper delivered every month from Harvest Manitoba through Age and Opportunities Food Security Program.

[00:12:00]It's there to help people recently discharged from hospital or dealing with lack of access to a vehicle, health, or other barriers.

[00:12:08]>> We often refer to it as a basket of services that people need. It's not ever usually just one thing. There's usually multiple things going on, >> but the future of the program is in doubt. Agent Opportunity says the province, which has funded the program for the past two years, recently told them they were moving on.

[00:12:25]>> We're hoping that this isn't sort of a systemic issue of agism where older adults aren't being considered within policy. To ensure clients aren't left in a lurch, Agent Opportunity has sent them this letter explaining that due to funding reductions, no further hampers will be scheduled for delivery after August 31st.

[00:12:46]>> A program like this is the world, not just not only just for the food that comes once a month, but for that little bit of social social aspect of having that visit.

[00:12:56]>> Joseph for says he'll figure out how to replace the food that may no longer be coming. But he says this was a program that was well worth the investment and he wants it to continue or be replaced with something similar. John Hendris, CTV News, Winnipeg.

[00:13:14]The Picangum First Nation had their grand opening of a new fitness center this week. Nishnabi ASI Nation grant chief Alvin Fiddler attended along with special guest Georgia St. Pierre, also known as GSP, MMA fighter and UFC champion.

[00:13:31]>> Two, one.

[00:13:36]>> So, this is amazing.

[00:13:37]>> GSP visited the flyin community and tested out some of the new gym equipment himself and says that everyone needs to get into shape. St. Pierre was gifted a red dress pin by Grand Chief Fiddler, did the honors of helping to cut the ribbon, and posed beside a mural of himself. Many gathered to celebrate the grand opening and lined up for some cake. The facility is meant for youth, families, and elders to build healthy habits and support their wellness journeys.

[00:14:07]We now want to tell you about this week's web poll question. Over on our website, we ask, are you concerned about Canada's ecological footprint? Your options, of course, are yes or no. And you can go to our website, apknews.ca/poll, to cast your ballot.

[00:14:24]And we take you to Australia to check in with NITV News right after this quick break. Tesqua to Wow. Welcome back. Starting on the east coast, Halifax 23, Charlotte Town 7 over to Naine 3 and Cartrite 10.

[00:14:48]Moving to Sagen 16, Quebec City 18, Sue St. Marie and North Bay at 19, Toronto 21, Capiscasing 11, Sul Lookout 14.

[00:15:03]Up to Churchill 3° and Norway House 16, Gimley 16, Winnipeg 28.

[00:15:13]Over to York and Saskatoon at 20, North Battleford 18.

[00:15:18]up to Stony Rapids 14 and Buffalo Narrows 19. And moving west now, high level in Peace River at 17, Grand Prairie 15, Edmonton and Calgary is 18, Medicine Hat 22, Cam Loops 17, Campbell River 13, Fort Nelson 13, Smithers 10.

[00:15:42]Up to Rock River and Old Crow 1, White Horse 5.

[00:15:47]Over to Yellow Knife and Watti now both at 15 and Wrigley 14.

[00:15:53]Kovville Lake 9, Anuvic and Taktoyak minus 2, Cambridge Bay 1, Baker Lake 3, Arctic Bayus 5, and Ealuit 2.

[00:16:07]To Australia now, where May 26th was a day of remembrance, reflection, and healing for many First Nations people.

[00:16:14]It acknowledges the profound pain caused by the forced removal of Aboriginal and Torres straight islander children from their families. These survivors are known as the stolen generations. And while survivors continue to fight for truthtelling justice, concerns remain over the disproportionate number of indigenous children currently in state care. This year's theme is from sorry to action, demanding change beyond symbolic apologies. NITV's Emma Callaway reports.

[00:16:46]A day of healing each year. May 26 marks a celebration of strength and resilience, a reminder of the mistreatment Aboriginal and Toouristra Islander people have endured. Until the 1970s, children were forcibly removed from their families, placed on missions, reserves, or training homes under government policies. Forced to assimilate, they were banned from using their culture and language. Many experienced trauma, neglect, and grief.

[00:17:18]It is estimated that as many as one in three Aboriginal children were removed from their families. They are now known as the stolen generations. In December 1992, then Prime Minister Paul Keating took to the streets of Redern in Sydney to acknowledge the pain suffered. We took the traditional lands and smashed the traditional way of life. We took the children from their mothers.

[00:17:43]>> The Red Fern speech triggered a national inquiry. In 1997, the Bringing Them Home report was released. It detailed evidence of the devastating impact of forced removals on survivors and their families. And it really was a landmark report that was the first uh very public um open and long consultation with many survivors across the country. For many, it was a healing process as well as a truthtelling process.

[00:18:13]>> The first anniversary of the report's release drew crowds of thousands to remembrance and commemoration ceremonies held across the nation. It would take another 10 years for the government to formally acknowledge the nation's past wrongs. In 2008, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivered an historic national apology.

[00:18:34]>> As Prime Minister of Australia, I am sorry.

[00:18:38]On behalf of the government of Australia, I am sorry.

[00:18:42]>> I think it was significant for a lot of survivors because it was a very um public apology and acknowledgement of that. Um and it also was part of that healing journey in terms of acknowledging uh what it actually means for those people.

[00:18:59]>> National sorry day still remains a day of reflection acknowledging the past while looking to the future.

[00:19:07]>> What many survivors feel today is that uh we need to see action behind those apologies. We can't just have the acknowledgement. It is now time for that collective action. Emma Kellaway, NITV News.

[00:19:22]>> Staying with National Sorry Day. For decades, members of the stolen generations have carried the pain of separation and memories of fear, loneliness, and loss after being taken from their families as children. Auntie Matilda House was one of them. Now, for the first time, she's sharing her story with NITV's McKilly Siren. For decades, the memories of Keller House in North Parata have stayed with Auntie Matilda.

[00:19:50]>> I still know of a bed that I slept in.

[00:19:55]59. It was 1959.

[00:20:00]I remember the date very bad. Very. It was a bad time. It was one of many institutions where Aboriginal children removed from their families were separated from culture, language, and community under government policies that lasted for decades.

[00:20:20]>> But the other young girls, you know, just laying in bed listening to them crying. Sometimes, you know, we'd end up huddled all together, you know, which helped us get through things. This was night after night.

[00:20:36]>> Hundreds of girls lived on this site throughout the 20th century. Many arriving frightened, isolated, and far from family and country.

[00:20:47]>> When you don't have your parents with you to go through all of that.

[00:20:52]You're just alone, and the only people around you are the girls who've been abused as well.

[00:20:58]>> Survivors say children inside Keller House lived through trauma. neglect and abuse with many carrying those experiences for the rest of their lives.

[00:21:10]>> I don't know even if I've ever move on yet.

[00:21:15]>> But for Auntie Matilda, culture remained a source of strength and survival. I've never told this story at all till now.

[00:21:31]But my culture was never taken away from me.

[00:21:36]I remember all the culture that I had that helped me to survive to this day.

[00:21:42]>> McKilly Siren, NITV News.

[00:21:47]>> And our final story from Australia. More than 300 people converged on Barra magadkal country to observe national story day where they reflected on the historic and continuing impact of child removal in western Sydney. NITV's Phoebe Mackielle Wraith reports. Paramea Town Hall was overflowing as First Nations community and local school groups gathered to commemorate. Cultural knowledge holders highlighted the importance of truthtelling and the history of the Paramea Native Institution. a school set up by Governor McCory in the 19th century to assimilate Aboriginal children. For our family, um it was 1820 that we had those first interactions with the Native Institute.

[00:22:30]And yet a lot of what is, you know, written and addressed is from 1910 onwards. And so that's why those local histories are really important because to heal you need to clean the wound out fully.

[00:22:42]>> School children took part in dance, weaving, and art workshops. Community members like Ray Talbo say these gatherings help educate new generations about the ongoing impact of forced child removal in First Nations communities. I think it's important that the more people that we get to hear our voices, hear our stories and understand that it is an impact that has been happening since you know colonization. It's something that needs to be heard. It needs to be spoken about. A national day of reflection and an acknowledgement of truth about the history of Dar country.

[00:23:18]Phoebe Mackiel Wraith, NITV News.

[00:23:22]>> Shout out to our colleagues at NITV for that great coverage. And that's all the time we have for this Wednesday daytime newscast for news anytime. Go to our website.ca.

[00:23:32]I'm TR Wheatley. Join me again at 6 p.m.

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