Friday 30 October 2026

Is CBC News biased? Our lean rating

Lean LeftCBC News: Lean Left

Based on: Media Bias/Fact Check

Owned by: CBC/Radio-Canada (Canadian public broadcaster)

Coverage in the last 30 days

  • CBC News reported on 191 stories we covered.
  • 15% of those were Blindspot stories, covered mostly by one side.
  • Topics it covered most: Politics, Business, Health.

Recent stories with CBC News

Politics · Canada · 33 min ago

Canada-EU summit ends with no associate membership for Canada

The European Union and Canada agreed to deepen their partnership but dropped plans for Canada to become an associate member. The shift follows objections from several EU member states, particularly Germany, over the term's implications.

Politics · Canada · 49 min ago

Jennifer Whiteside named interim leader of B.C. NDP after election loss

Jennifer Whiteside has been named interim leader of the British Columbia NDP following a significant election defeat. The appointment comes after the party's leadership vacuum left by David Eby's resignation.

Blindspot: few right-leaning outlets cover this

Politics · Canada · 3 h ago

Ontario freezes OSAP for private colleges, sparking backlash

The Ontario government paused OSAP funding for private colleges, leading to student withdrawals and concerns about future health-care staffing. Critics say the move harms students and destabilizes for-profit institutions.

Blindspot: few right-leaning outlets cover this

Politics · Canada · 6 h ago

Quebec premier's attendance at Canada-EU summit in question

Quebec Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon has not confirmed whether he will attend the Canada-European Union summit in Montreal, citing federal government censorship. The standoff highlights tensions between provincial and federal leadership ahead of a major diplomatic event.

Politics · Canada · 6 h ago

Four injured in Bridle Path home invasion shooting

A home invasion in Toronto's Bridle Path neighbourhood resulted in four people being shot, with two in critical condition. The incident adds to growing concerns over rising home invasions in the city.

Politics · Canada · 8 h ago

Alberta rejects secession in nonbinding referendum

Alberta voters chose to remain in Canada in a nonbinding referendum, with 76% opposing separation. The result highlights ongoing tensions over immigration and governance, despite a clear rejection of independence.

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