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through friday into saturday and on into sunday it is for the record in with snow in the higher elevations so these numbers will fluctuate but from banff to calgary, expect some rainfall in the next few days in lethbridge and medicine hat, if you are travelling across the south for the weekend ahead, a little bit less but a rain coat is a good idea. But aside from showers in our neck of the woods, a whole a lot of nothing. Cloudy skies will persist. A low of 4°, that's 3° below average. And there are more 4s in central and northern alberta, as well as one in lethbridge. But most of the province is within a few degrees of one another. A little bit cooler towards banff but not too bad and we get to bounce back a little bit more than what we managed for today's high. With 14°, a little bit more sunshine through the afternoon. And in the coming days, things will climb towards the normal or average high for sunday. And as we go through monday and tuesday next week, we are peaking in the mid 20's. Wednesday is still a little bit on the fence. We are knocking it back with the chance of rain and thunderstorms in the evening and there is more rain on its way for thursday. >> Announcer: sky tracker weather is brought to you by . [ Text On Screen ] accidents and injuries happen. >> Carole Anne: a group of kids from a north edmonton school is making dreams come true at a seniors facility. >> Scott: the students from kindergarten to grade 6 have worked hard all year long, designing and budgeting and shopping to create an epic living room and visiting space. >> Carole Anne: this is how at all turned out. >> Reporter: these are students on an epic mission. Ready to deliver smiles to seniors at st. Michaels seniors home. >> We decided to establish a thing called epic living room. So we would basically go and buy things for the seniors. And entirely, today is the day we are putting it down so that it is possible for them to have a nice place so that people feel more welcome to go and visit their old grandma and grandpas. >> Reporter: last year, some fathers from the catholic elementary school had a chance to help out the seniors through what they called the humming bird project. After seeing last year's success, they decided on the first day of this school year, make the project even bigger and include every student. >> I am very proud that I took the first step in my team as well. If it wasn't for us, we probably never would have done this. And I am proud we were able to, and make seniors have a smile on their face. >> Reporter: the team of students organized budgets, grocery lists and a design of what the final space would look like. Decorated with art and new books and board games. Judy has been a resident for three years. She says after the kids started popping in, it has really brightened the space. >> We tend to get a little bit selfish and grumpy in our old age. And then when these beautiful young children come in to just give us, you know, themselves, their love, it just opens our world so much. It is beautiful. >> Reporter: throughout the school year, students have visited once a week. >> We don't believe it is just today or tomorrow and this year we can help, but throughout our entire life. >> I hope it never stops. Never. Because it is so good to bring old and young together. >> Reporter: global news. >> Scott: what a lovely story. >> Carole Anne: juedy! >> Scott: changes are coming to citizenship rules in this country. >> Carole Anne: still ahead, the move to bring home what the government calls "lost canadians." after a court ruled the previous guidelines were unconstitutional. >> Scott: plus a tragic twist of fate as a massive gust of wind collapses a stage in mexico, killing several people. Details next on the news hour. [ ] Closed captioningfor this Global programis brought to you in partby Encor b Switch to an even lowerelectricity rate! Sign up now atEncor.Epcor.com/LowDown Ram Power Days are here.The power to choose fromthe most awarded truck brand over the last five years. Like Ram Classic.As versatile as it is capable. Ram 1500, voted bestlarge pickup in Canada. Or Ram Heavy Dutywith a no-charge Cummins. And you don't pay for 90 days. The power is yours.The time is now. Get 20% off msrp on Ram Classic for up to $14,200 in discounts. Plus get 4.99% financing. (Clinking) New Finish Ultramax. Engineered for the ultimate clean in the toughest conditions. Dry burnt-on stains. Old dishwashers. Very hard water. Even when you skip the rinse. Its new CycleSync technology releases the right ingredient at the right time. And Finish Ultramax breaks down stains, cuts grease, and boosts shine for the Ultimate clean.

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>>> Former prime minister stephen harper introduced a so-called "second generation cut off rule" in 2009 to crack down on what conservatives called canadians of convenience. It ctv edmonton from an outcry after canada spent $85 million evacuating canadian citizens from lebanon during the 2006 war. But an ontario judge ruled that the 2009 change created second class canadians, and had a disproportionate impact on women. >> It is not just us standing in front of you. Many that don't even realize are impacted until they go and until they apply for their children, their grandchildren. >> Reporter: the court gave ottawa until june 19th to make the changes. But it is not clear how many people it will affect. The immigration minister did not have numbers on who will be eligible for citizenship once the law passes. Touria izri, global news, ottawa. >> Carole Anne: tragedy in mexico after a stage collapsed at a political campaign event. At least nine people, including a child have died after a gust of wind blew through the area. 120 others were injured, with three victims requiring surgery. The mexican national guard was brought in to provide support >> Oil country is pumped up tonight with game one against dallas starting just a few minutes ago. >> Carole Anne: we will check in with morgan who has moved to ice district plaza where fan ares gathered for the outdoor watch party. We will check in on the action downtown. >> Scott: plus, it is official. The wnba finally coming to canada. What we are learning about the new team in toronto and when they will start playing, next. [ ] Parrots are incredible animals. [Parrot] Another overdue bill! Yeah. They're also extremely intelligent. [Parrot] Forgot to pay again! They also repeat things they hear a lot. The new bmo eclipse rise Visa card rewards you with points for paying your bill on time every month to help build a routine. [Parrot] Rewards you with points! And you get 5x the points on things like groceries, dining and recurring bill payments. [Parrot] For paying your bill! —But also you can... — [Parrot] Every month! —And just remember. —[Parrot] Build a routine! [Parrot squawking] He is a talker. When a bank helps you make real financial progress. That's the bmo Effect. Bmo It always hungers for more because it's seldom full. (Engine roaring) ( ) Behold the Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. (Mixed gasps) ( ) ( ) Ooooo! ( ) (Bip) OoOooo! ( ) Ooooo! —Ooooo! —Ooooo! —Ooooo... Have a little boooooost. ( ) ( ) ( ) Stop dreaming. Start shopping. Red Tag Days are on at Toyota, with great offers on select models. Find yours today, at ShopToyota.ca a refocused healthcare system in Alberta means... Some of the people in this waiting room won't have to be here. This family could have a practitioner to call their own. These patients could have more continuing care options. This person could be accessing mental health treatment. Leaving fewer people in Urgent Care who can now access more timely acute care. Giving every Albertan the care you need, when and where you need it. Learn more at Alberta.ca/FocusedCare a message from the Government of Alberta. 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. >> Carole Anne: let's head over to morgan black in the heart of the action surrounded by fans. >> Scott: the game just started a couple of minutes ago. No score yet. How is the crowd doing so far. >> Reporter: lots of cheers and excitement for game one of the western conference finals. I have to say during the last series, we saw quite a few vancouver canucks jerseys. I am not seeing hardly any dallas jerseys in this crowd. Maybe a lone star. But it is an excited crowd. It is an oilers crowd for sure. And you can probably see behind me all eyes are glued to that game. We will see how things go. The sun is shining. Everyone is having a good time. It is going to be a good game.

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