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global news morning. [ ] >> Good morning, good friday morning to you. Thanks for starting your day with us. 5:00, bright and early. My name is dallas flexhaug. Let's look outside now, where we are starting on the plus side of zero. 4 degrees right now, might find a little bit of spotty showers out there. We will talk to leslie horton who's in weather and traffic this friday in about 20 minutes for a look at what's going to happen throughout the weekend. >>> First in the news, the truck driver who because the humboldt broncos bus crash six years ago will face deportation hearing in calgary today. He was sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to causing the crash in saskatchewan that killed 16 people and injured 13 others. His lawyer michael greene says there is no doubt the deportation order will be granted. But during today's virtual hearing, green says he will ask if he can keep his permanent resident status on he monetary and grounds. >>> Amazon will officially open its first ever robotics fulfilment centre in calgary later this morning. It comes out a time when calgary is seeing record levels of employment and surging levels of unemployment at the same time. The new 2.8 million square-foot facility located in the deep southeast will have robots helping pick, packed, and ship parcels. Amazon says this will create more than 1500 jobs. Calgary's unemployment rate in april was 7.7 percent. The business council of alberta says alberta's population growth is good for the economy, but also comes with challenges around jobs and housing. Council says this is the 11th facility in alberta and points to the province's ability to track investment. >> Creating those new jobs to employ those folks in alberta. I'm confident alberta's labour force will be able to absorb these new opportunities. Many new people are entering the labour force and looking for work. Adding 1500 new jobs won't move the needle for the whole province, but it will mean there's a lot of new alberta families who can find work. >> Dallas: the premier on the mayor will be on hand for this you morning's grand opening and we will take you inside the facility next hour.

>>> The cyber criminals in the attack on london drugs have now leaked corporate data. It comes after london drugs refused to pay the hefty ransom. >> Reporter: we're not going to show you what's been released or tell you how it's accessed, but global news has viewed some of it, and it is highly personal information on london drugs employees. We're talking medical and human resources files. >> Companies do have... It in the past, we have seen some information end up online, details of disciplinary records, performance reviews. >> Reporter: russian-based ransomware group block bit has claimed responsibility for the attacks, demanding $25 million by thursday. London drugs refused. The company now says this is deeply distressing, and london drugs is taking "all available steps to mitigate any impacts from these criminal acts, including notifying all current employees whose personal information could be potentially impacted." and providing them with complementary credit monitoring services and identity theft protection. As previously stated "we have no indication to date of any compromise of patient or customer databases." cyber security experts agree there was no easy way out of this for london drugs. >> This group was known to lie about things the past. They have promised to delete information if the victim pays, and yet when the fbi and the national cybercrime centre in the uk busted some of the servers that they used to display the stolen data, they discovered even the data promised to be deleted had been retained by the criminals. There is no honour among thieves. >> Reporter: london drugs employees whose private information is now public could decide to pursue legal action against the company, but... >> You have to be able to show the damages you suffered as a result of what happened to you personally. But that affect make him -- must make objective sense. In other words, if you're very sensitive under upset that your name is been taken, are not going to recover much. >> Reporter: thursday's data dump the dark what is significant, 300 gigabytes. It's unclear if lockbit is finished with london drugs or plans to release more stolen info in the days ahead. Jordan armstrong, global news. >> Dallas: the ucp government has tabled amendments to a controversial bill that would give the province's sweeping powers over municipalities. One changer appeals cabinet's power to decide to host municipal councilors. The amendment would allow cabinet to remove it councilor by ordering a public vote to determine whether he should be removed on the basis of being unwilling or unable to do their job or if there is legal or unethical behaviour. The second amendment addresses built 20's proposal to give cabinet the power to repeal the change bylaws. The change proposes requirements before cabinet can intervene, including when a bylaw exceeds the scope of a municipal government act or is believed to be contrary to public policy. >> We want municipalities to focus on the doing the job they are went -- meant to do. When it comes to these legislations, I'm pleased we could provide more clarity as some municipalities have asked for. >> Dallas: alberta municipalities, the group representing almost 270 communities, says the proposed amendments don't go far enough. The mayor expressed her opinion on social media, saying in part "i appreciate the clarification of public interest as well as the rationale for why it bylaw could be repealed. These edits better define these actions, however fixing two pieces of a bill designed to enshrine overreaches not a victory for anyone. I remain film -- firm that bill 20 is not necessary and undermines local governments."

>>> Flights are costing double are triple what they used to I didn't some cases. Westjet says it's in the process of updating basic their options, which could include less expensive seats if you don't bring a carry on. Westjet also wants ottawa to review its fee structure. The alberta government is also looking at ways to make air travel more viable across the province. >> We are looking at regional flights, whether its lethbridge, medicine hat, how we can increase air travel within the province of alberta. These feasibility studies we've given to ten regional municipal airports across the province are going to be in by this year just to make sure we can find innovative ways to make sure they can offer better flight options for albertans. >> Dallas: condor airlines has returned to calgary, offering direct flights between yyc and frankfurt. It welcome return for travellers looking for more international flight options in alberta. >>> Coming up in the next hour, revealing the results of exclusive pulling done for global news on how likely canadians are to vacation this summer with the cost of everything these days. Shawn simpson from ipsos will join us live with the survey results. >>> A senior couple in calgary is facing possible eviction in the midst of alberta's housing crisis. We first introduced you to sherri and davy holdeman in march, trying to keep a cat there doctor had recommended for emotional support. But it could be costing them more than they bargained for. >> Reporter: for over ten years, they've made this subsidized two-bedroom apartment their humble home. >> Since 87. >> Reporter: sometimes that's included their own repairs and upgrades. The couple is now trying to remove. For example,, crack the pair asked to be repaired. >> It never got done, so we covered it with wallpaper. >> Reporter: but when sherry's depression took hold during the pandemic, they found a cat her doctor recommended for emotional support. They holdeman's now have until mid-june to relocate. >> Between the a rock and hard place. >> Reporter: solera for seniors... Violation of the building's pet policy and other -- unauthorized alterations at a total cost of over $4100 now owing. They were given options at other pet friendly facilities with around almost double are triple their current rental cost. >> We are living check to check, and we do not have the capability of the increase. >> Reporter: they've tried househunting on their own, but it's a difficult prospect on a fixed income. Local shelters already facing occupancy challenges are now trying to accommodate that. >> We are seeing more seniors and other shelters, especially in these. >> Reporter: that's forcing the mustard seed to look at new models of care to address needs of a vulnerable demographic. >> They are on oxygen, using walkers. Individuals who should be safe. >> Reporter: while they holdeman's join others on hopeless wait lists. >> It's really scary. Sometimes I feel frozen. >> Reporter: as they try to hold on to what little support they have left. Sarah often, global news. >> Dallas: bringing back so-called lost canadians. The new proposed changes that would allow more people to become canadian citizens. SkyTracker Weather is brought to you by Arpis, your Comfort Craftsman. Visit Arpis.com You've been waiting to get outand drive a New Nissan,great offersare ready So, check out all the latesttech, features and thrills - it's all happening right now. Now, at Nissan, lease select models from as low as 2.99% for 24 months. ( ) The next lotto 6/49 Gold Ball jackpot is a massive $54 million! Imagine the possibilities Plus, the Classic $5 million jackpot. Two chances tofind your possible. A happy place comes in many colours, like one that leaves you feeling refreshed. Whatever your colour, bring happiness home with CertaPro Painters and make your happy place, your home. CertaPro Painters. That's Painting Happy. I'm the travel lady.Silver Sea Cruises is intimate,all-inclusive luxury. With butler service, smallships, great savings, exciting destinationsand expeditions. Visit meat the travel lady .ca Word on the street is that zr Auto is the best in town for tinting your ride. Lifetime warranty with seamless edges, just like from the factory. All tint shades for every make and model. Experience this amazing service starting at only $159. Visit zr Auto today.

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