CBC News: The National | Ebola concerns grow after U.S. diverts flight to Montreal

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May 21, 2026 | Canadian health officials urge calm after a Detroit-bound flight diverts to Montreal over Ebola concerns. Unions warn that proposed federal changes to labour laws could undermine collective bargaining. And backlash grows to a new fund set up to support Trump allies. The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news

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