Global National: Oct. 28, 2022 | What former police chief's Emergencies Act testimony means

On this episode of Global National: The former Ottawa Police Service Chief Peter Sloly testified at the Emergencies Act inquiry on Friday, regarding the trucker protests from earlier this year. Sloly, who resigned just days after the act was invoked, testified the protest in Ottawa was "overwhelming his force" while his officers were doing their best to peacefully end the occupation. Eric Sorensen has more on the former police chief's testimony.

The COVID-19 pandemic pushed people online more than ever before and as a result, the number of sophisticated cyber threats is at an all-time high. In its newly-released assessment, the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security is outlining the top online dangers — and they involve some large targets. But as Dan Spector reports, the average person could also get hit at any time.

Plus, billionaire Elon Musk's footprint may already exist from earth's surface to outer space, but now, $44 billion later, he's foraying into the Twitter-sphere, after a purchase of the platform was finally complete. As Reggie Cecchini reports, this marks a new era for one of the most influential social media platforms.

Turning to Canada, an Alberta First Nation is taking what it believes will be a precedent-setting step towards Indigenous sovereignty and reconcilliation within the country's justice system. The Siksika First Nation has hired a law firm to create the country's first-ever First Nation bylaw prosecutor's office. Heather Yourex-West explains how lawyers will represent the First Nation, instead of the Crown, in order to enforce local band council resolutions and bylaws.

When you're purchasing an item, what method of payment do you use? If cash wasn’t your first answer, you’re not alone. In fact, Canada is one of the leading countries in the world going cashless —opting for mobile and digital payments because of the speed, ease and convenience. Experts worry digital transactions don't benefit everyone, including the most vulnerable; and cash is still king for some businesses – and for those concerned about security. Anne Gaviola looks the potential costs of switching to a cashless world.

And bereavement and support provisions for those who've suffered pregnancy loss are slowly improving — at least in some provinces. But, advocates say there's still a lack of awareness and a lot of confusion. Ross Lord has more.

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