Child benefit will increase by 6.3% this year, according to the federal government. Starting October 23 this year, Ukrainians who have relatives in Canada can apply for a permanent residence permit. Ontario will add $44 million to a fund dedicated to hospitals to reduce emergency room waiting times in as many hospitals as possible. Nurses at Ontario hospitals will receive an average increase of 11% over two years, according to the union. The 27th Fantasia International Film Festival has opened in Montreal. Kelowna in British Columbia was ranked #1 Greenest Cities in Canada. Toronto is in 24th place. Mark Weintrub introduces Canadian news.