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'Numerous law enforcement officers' have been shot in an 'active situation' in Charlotte, North Carolina, police say.
It's federal budget day in Ottawa, the UN votes on suspending Russia from its Human Rights Council, and a controversial oil project off the coast of Newfoundland gets the green light. Here's what you need to know today.
1. Federal budget: The federal Liberals are set to unveil their latest spending plan that aims to balance election promises and its recent pact with the NDP.
2. Housing plan: As Canadians face a cost-of-living crunch, CTV News has learned tackling housing affordability is going to be a main feature of the federal government’s budget.
3. Human Rights Council: The UN General Assembly is set to vote Thursday on a resolution to suspend Russia from its 47-member human rights body.
4. Fourth doses: Health officials are advising fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccines for some Canadians. Find out who can get one and where across Canada.
5. Bay du Nord: The federal government approves a controversial new oil project off the coast of Newfoundland with what it calls the strongest emissions rules ever imposed.
One more thing…
Risk factors: New research reveals five childhood risk factors that can increase the likelihood of experiencing stroke and heart attacks as an adult.
A child sits on a swing at a playground in Hamburg, Germany, Tuesday, March 17, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/dpa via AP, Daniel Reinhardt
'Numerous law enforcement officers' have been shot in an 'active situation' in Charlotte, North Carolina, police say.
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