The Saskatchewan Roughriders have selected defensive back Malcom Bell with their first-round pick in the 2026 CFL Draft, as reported by Donovan Maess in a live blog. The draft took place on April 28, 2026, with updates provided throughout the evening.
Other Key News Highlights
In other national news, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced billions in spending to train more workers, though the deficit decline is expected to be short-lived. Ontario is considering a ban on cellphones in schools, while a former Surrey Mountie pleaded guilty to breach of trust following a corruption investigation. The federal government aims to cut external consultant spending by 20%.
Provincial and Local Updates
Manitoba's premier addressed plans to ban youth from social media and AI chatbots. A Calgary petting farm experienced an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite. In Montreal, buyers sued for $425,000 after an intruder's violent death was not disclosed during a property sale, and a naturopath was fined for illegally practicing medicine after a patient's suicide.
In sports, NHL Commissioner Bettman supported a ruling that allowed the Anaheim Ducks' overtime goal to stand in Game 4 against the Edmonton Oilers. Connor McDavid was a game-time decision for the Oilers facing elimination. The CFL announced changes to its season start and playoff format for 2027.
Crime and Safety Incidents
Nova Scotia RCMP seized 1.6 million unstamped cigarettes from a U-Haul truck. Three staff members were hospitalized after an inmate assault at Springhill Institution. An electrical fire in Cambridge caused at least $1.5 million in damage. A trial date was set for a woman accused of killing her husband. Prince Albert police investigated arson and a firearm incident at a local business. A downtown London stabbing sent a man to hospital with the suspect at large.
In environmental news, a crowding grey whale off the Vancouver coast could cause a live stranding. After another spring flood, cottage country residents are demanding answers. Japan deployed hundreds of firefighters as wildfires raged in the north.
Technology and Science
NASA's Artemis II moonship returned home after a historic voyage. Elon Musk took the stand in a trial against Sam Altman that could reshape AI's future. Robot dogs with Musk and Zuckerberg heads roamed around a Berlin museum.
