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Flood watch; Freedom 250 backlash; Beluga self-awareness
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- Jun 1, 2026
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Summary
Melting snow and heavy rain are creating dangerous conditions and have flooded some communities. Heather Yourex-West reports from Banff on the damage and what's ahead in the forecast. Keith Baldrey reports on the British Columbia Conservatives, the province's official Opposition, choosing Kerry-Lynne Findlay as their new leader; how she won by a slim majority; and what it might mean for B.C.'s politics. Candice Cole reports on U.S. President Donald Trump's calls for "Freedom 250" to be cancelled, as a growing number of artists withdraw from the festival celebrating America's 250th birthday; what Trump is planning instead; and the other upsets he's facing. On the heels of news the Snowbirds will be temporarily grounded for a few years while Ottawa buys replacement planes, Sania Ali reports on the fight to keep them flying. Touria Izri reports on the research showing beluga whales have self-awareness, and what it all means. Plus, pedal pride: Felicia Parrillo reports on the thousands who hit the streets of Montreal to celebrate cycling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices