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In the news today: Heat wave in B.C., wildfires prompt evacuation in NWT

In the news today: Heat wave in B.C., wildfires prompt evacuation in NWT

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... Heat wave expected to expand into B.C.
As B.C. temperatures soar, advocates call for rules to keep rental housing cool

As B.C. temperatures soar, advocates call for rules to keep rental housing cool

VANCOUVER — Advocates for renters in British Columbia say it's time to consider setting a maximum temperature for rental housing to protect vulnerable tenants from dangerous heat.
Indigenous communities are embraced at the Women's World Cup, but will the legacy live on?

Indigenous communities are embraced at the Women's World Cup, but will the legacy live on?

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) — More than any previous tournament, the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand has leaned into both including and showcasing the Indigenous cultures of both nations.
Scarborough beats Calgary 82-70 to net CEBL title

Scarborough beats Calgary 82-70 to net CEBL title

LANGLEY, B.C. — As the final buzzer sounded and the Scarborough Shooting Stars claimed the Canadian Elite Basketball League championship, their MVP said his mind went blank with shock.
Kelly, Leake lead Toronto Argonauts to 44-31 home victory over Ottawa Redblacks

Kelly, Leake lead Toronto Argonauts to 44-31 home victory over Ottawa Redblacks

TORONTO — Chad Kelly and the Toronto Argonauts head into their final bye week of the season firmly atop the East Division.
Wildfires close evacuation routes out of NWT towns, some being transported by air

Wildfires close evacuation routes out of NWT towns, some being transported by air

FORT SMITH, N.W.T.
Sinner Winner: Italian youngster tops de Minaur in NBO Toronto final

Sinner Winner: Italian youngster tops de Minaur in NBO Toronto final

TORONTO — For the first 52 minutes of the National Bank Open men's final, Jannik Sinner seemed content to hover around the baseline and fire ground strokes left and right. He finally tried something different late in the first set.

Canada tips winless South Korea 10-0 at women's World Cup baseball

THUNDER BAY, Ont. — Canada wrapped up group stage play in the Women's Baseball World Cup with a 10-0 victory over South Korea on Sunday at Port Arthur Stadium.
Pegula dominates tired Samsonova to win women's NBO singles title

Pegula dominates tired Samsonova to win women's NBO singles title

MONTREAL — Even champion Jessica Pegula wishes the National Bank Open women’s singles final could have been played under different circumstances.
Roughriders, Tiger-Cats make trade for QB, punter

Roughriders, Tiger-Cats make trade for QB, punter

REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders and Hamilton Tiger-Cats, both aiming to get back to .500 in the CFL standings, completed a trade Sunday.