CTV National News for Friday, May 1, 2026: Ottawa unveils plan to clear backlog of over 100K air travel complaints

PM Carney will be meeting with European world leaders at a summit in Armenia; some Canadians say the increase in gas prices are causing them to cancel or limit their summer road trips; CSIS says an alarming number of youth are being radicalized and influenced by terrorism in online communities; and more.

ttawa promises faster resolutions and tougher fines as air travel complaints in the country top 100,000; A revived cross-border pipeline using Keystone XL parts could boost North American oil flow. Drivers are feeling the pinch as gas prices rise again after another month of conflict. Federal funding for a national training centre comes as Vancouver faces the prospect of losing its MLS team. 

The head of Iran’s soccer federation and delegation were refused entry to Canada over alleged IRGC ties before the Vancouver FIFA Congress; Fuel costs jump again across Canada, with experts warning further increases are coming; A new multinational bank based in Canada aims to fund defence firms with major loans and boost growth. 

 The Bank of Canada keeps rates steady, citing inflation and global uncertainty, while outlining scenarios ahead for housing and business sectors; Families sue OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company failed to flag the attacker’s online activity.

One year after Mark Carney’s minority win, the Liberals now hold a majority and unveiled a mini budget; The UAE’s departure from OPEC raises fresh doubts about the group’s influence and what it could mean for oil supply and gas prices; Despite UK-U.S. tensions over Iran, both sides struck a diplomatic tone as U.S President Trump welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Parents and youth demanded urgent action against online harms, with some politicians beginning to respond after a troubling case emerges; A new fund will let Canadians invest in nation-building projects and Premier Christine Fréchette meets U.S. leaders as a Quebec firm closes, citing tariffs, as CUSMA negotiations loom. 

The suspect, a 31-year-old from California, was arrested after firing shots at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner; members of the trucking industry say the high gas and diesel prices are causing them to limit cross-border trips; B’nai Brith, one of Canada’s largest Jewish organizations, says antisemitic hate crimes have increased since the Israel-Hamas war began; and more.

An alleged shooter has been taken into custody after firing shots shortly after the beginning of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, thousands of people lined up around the block with empty bags and suitcases with the hope of getting free groceries; Ottawa residents say the water levels are beginning to go down, but experts say more flooding could be around the corner; and more.

Rachel Aiello reports on Ottawa's latest big project approval after greenlighting a $4-billion expansion of Enbridge's pipeline system on B.C.'s west coast; Genevieve Beauchemin looks at how travellers could be impacted as airlines across the world cancel numerous flights amid the ongoing jet fuel shortage; John Vennavally-Rao reports on the fast-approaching deadline to submit your taxes for the 2025 season and what experts say some people miss when filing.

Experts warn of a dangerous online group targeting teens; Ottawa pushes back as Washington raises trade concerns ahead of CUSMA talks; and a Toronto woman is being held by ICE after losing her green card after a divorce.