CTV National News for Sept. 3, 2025: Will Canada scrap the Temporary Foreign Worker program?

Ottawa is facing a tough economic decision after U.S. President Donald Trump calls on NATO countries to sanction China; Multiple people have been arrested following clash between a ‘Canada First’ rally and counter-protesters in Toronto; Graphic video of Charlie Kirk’s death sparks debates on content moderation.

The latest details on the assassination of Conservative activist Charlie Kirk and reactions from U.S. politicians on the heinous act; Tragic daycare crash in Richmond Hill, Ont. that took the life of a toddler and injured 6 other children; Canada promises to stand with Poland after Russian drones the entered Polish airspace were shot down.

Many world leaders are condemning Israel's attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar, some calling it a flagrant violation of international law; Prime Minister Mark Carney meets with Liberal caucus in Edmonton a week ahead of Parliament resuming; Could Chinese-made EVs boost Canada's slouching EV sales? 

An Ontario official claims someone used AI to clone her voice and phone number to threaten a potential mayoral candidate; Will Ottawa’s latest pledge of $80 million to help N.L. industries hit hard by U.S. tariffs be enough? Alberta's book ban saga continues, as public pushback compels the province to amend ban criteria.

Growing skepticism over Ottawa’s future environmental goals and the Carney government’s ability to meet Canada’s climate target. Canada reaffirms support for Ukraine after Russia's 'egregious' air assault on Kyiv. 

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says the program should be abolished, citing unemployment concerns for Canadians; and, some Canadians say they will boycott Crown Royal if the company continues plans to move some distilleries to the U.S. 

Alberta’s proposed book ban put on pause after massive backlash; World leaders attend China’s massive military parade in Tiananmen Square.

As kids across the country head back to class, some families might be noticing a bigger bill than usual for school supplies; While labour leaders point to the Air Canada strike as a win for unions, it remains a volatile time for workers across the country.

A U.S. federal court deemed most of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs illegal; Alberta plans to ban ‘inappropriate texts’ from schools.

The prime minister’s point man on trade met with his American counterpart in Washington; new details are released in a double murder in Barrie, Ont.,a woman dies of sepsis after giving birth. Plus, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get engaged.