Global National: Nov. 24, 2024| Second Cup Canada shuts down Montreal franchise over Nazi salute
In top story tonight: Coffee franchise Second Cup Canada is moving to shut down cafés located in Montreal’s Jewish General Hospital after the franchisee was filmed on Saturday afternoon apparently chanting the “Final Solution is coming your way” referencing Nazi Germany’s slaughter of millions of Jewish people during the Holocaust. Footage that appears to have been recorded at a Friday anti-NATO protest also appears to show the café owner performing the Nazi salute. Dan Spector has more details. At the UN's annual climate conference, a significant $300 billion deal was reached Saturday night by delegates from the world's wealthiest nations to assist developing countries in transitioning away from fossil fuels. While the agreement is seen by some as a notable achievement, several nations that stand to benefit have criticized it as "stage managed" and a "travesty of justice," expressing concerns that it falls short of addressing their urgent needs. Bianca Facchinei provides further insight into the mixed reactions surrounding the deal. The Trudeau Liberals are touting their recent tax breaks set to roll out ahead of the holiday season. People who made less than $150,000 last year will receive a bonus cheque for $250 in the mail. There is also a "holiday" tax break on some grocery items, beer and wine, and christmas trees. But seniors who earned little to no income, and people who are unable to work, are not included, despite being among those greatest in need. Touria Izri reports. A controversial decision in Montreal to eliminate fluoride from the water supply has sparked renewed debate over the practice of water fluoridation in municipalities. Heather Yourex-West has the details. Canadian-American activist "Paul Watson" is one of the world's most famous, and "infamous," environmentalists. He's been arrested multiple times over his confrontations with whalers and seal hunters. Watson's latest activities have gotten him into trouble in Greenland, where he's been in jail for four months. Heidi Petracek reports on what's landed him behind bars, and whether he'll once again be able to find a way back onto the high seas. A significant milestone for conservation and local communities has been achieved as freshwater flows back into the Red Slough of British Columbia's Upper Pitt River, revitalizing fish habitats and offering renewed hope for salmon spawning. Neetu Garcha has the details. Plus, the Santa Claus Parade made its annual return to the streets of Toronto on Sunday, celebrating over 120 years of tradition since its inception in 1905. As one of the oldest Santa Claus parades globally, it has persevered through challenging times, including the Great Depression and both World Wars. As Caryn Lieberman reports, recent inflation and rising operating costs posed significant threats to its continuation. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #globalnational