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Big Headlines: Canada and the U.S. could be working towards a new trade deal and Ottawa tables bill to ban MAID solely for mental illness

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Plus: Abu Dhabi's crown prince is in Ottawa for meetings as Canada and the United Arab Emirates work to cement their trade ties, the federal government is set to introduce changes today to Canada's medical assistance in dying law, new municipal governments are ready to get to work in Ontario after municipal elections last night, and a Montreal man and his fugitive racoon are back in the spotlight for a trip to get it vaccinated against rabies. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:

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