BC urged to better protect most vulnerable from extreme heat

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On this episode of Global National: One year after a deadly, unprecedented heat dome killed more than 600 people throughout British Columbia, a new report by the province's coroner explains where the government fell short in protecting those most at risk. Eric Sorensen reports on the findings, the recommendations and why the rest of Canada should be paying attention.

In Ontario, a Global News investigation in partnership with APTN has uncovered a pattern of physical restraints at some privately run group homes. Carolyn Jarvis reports on the case of one youth whose arm was broken during a restraint, and shows us what a restraint really looks like.

In Ukraine, after being occupied by Russia's military for five weeks, United Nations nuclear watchdogs have assessed the damage done to the Ukrainian city of Chornobyl and the site of its notorious nuclear disaster. Jeff Semple shows the mess Russian troops made in one of the world's most toxic places and the harm they may have caused to themselves.

Plus, excruciating delays are plaguing travelers at Canadian airports, as pandemic protocols and staff shortages cause long lines and even some flight cancellations. There is sky-high frustration among passengers, including former NHL player Ryan Whitney. Abigail Bimman explains why it may get worse before it gets better, and how the federal government hopes to address ongoing delays with passport renewals.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in the U.S. for the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles. David Akin looks at what's on Trudeau's agenda and why analysts say there's a golden opportunity for Canada to expand its influence.

Finally, Canadian Flying Officer Harvey Edgar Jones gave his life-saving air gunner and wireless communications officer Cobby Engelberg when their plane was shot down on D-Day. Farmers came to Engelberg's rescue afterwards, saving his life. Now, as Dan Spector reports, Engelberg's son Harvey is finally getting the chance to say thank you.