CTV National News for Wednesday, Sept. 17: Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate to 2.5 per cent

The Bank of Canada cuts the key interest rate to 2.5 per cent amid slow economic growth; U.S. President Donald Trump was welcomed with regal pageantry by King Charles III at Windsor Castle

Minister Chrystia Freeland steps down from cabinet; Ontario couple on trial in the killing of a 12-year-old Indigenous boy. Plus, remembering the life of legacy of Robert Redford. 

PM Mark Carney unveils future plans for Ottawa and faces criticism from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre; The cost of the 2025 federal election and what Elections Canada is aiming to improve to cut costs of future elections; Surrey, B.C., offering one of the largest police rewards in Canadian history to confront a surge in violent extortion cases.

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.