CBC News: Breaking & Local

CBC News: Breaking & Local

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CBC News: Breaking & Local - Trusted Reporting from Canada to the World

Stay connected with in-depth analysis, live broadcasts of The National, and personalized news alerts designed for the informed global citizen.

Publisher

CANADIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION

Category

News

Downloads

2M+

User Rating

4.3/5

Total Ratings

63K+

Locales

1

News at a Glance

Discover the interface used by 2M+ users.

CBC News mobile app interface displaying breaking news and top stories headlines on a smartphone

CBC News mobile app interface displaying breaking news and top stories headlines on a smartphone

CBC News mobile app interface showcasing local news for British Columbia and live radio access

CBC News mobile app interface showcasing local news for British Columbia and live radio access

CBC News app interface showing a forest fire news story and a link to stream The National news program

CBC News app interface showing a forest fire news story and a link to stream The National news program

A screenshot of the CBC News app showing live coverage of a wildfire and news anchors

A screenshot of the CBC News app showing live coverage of a wildfire and news anchors

CBC News notification on an iPhone lock screen

CBC News notification on an iPhone lock screen

CBC News app screen showing a list of Canadian regions to select for personalized news updates

CBC News app screen showing a list of Canadian regions to select for personalized news updates

Stay Connected to Canada, Anywhere in the World

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 2M+ users.

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Your Home, Your News

Follow the cities that matter to you. From Toronto to Vancouver, get local headlines that keep you connected to your roots or investments.

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Stream 'The National' Live

Watch Canada's flagship nightly newscast as it happens. Experience award-winning journalism and live coverage without a cable subscription.

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News at a Glance

Use custom Lock Screen widgets and push notifications to stay informed on breaking cross-border news the moment it breaks.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

18%
Negative

Summary

The CBC app is currently facing significant user dissatisfaction, primarily due to recent updates that introduced mandatory sign-ins and an overwhelming number of intrusive advertisements, which frequently disrupt reading and video playback. Users widely report critical app performance issues such as freezing, crashing, and failure to load, with specific mentions of problems on iPhone SE and iPads, including a bug affecting iOS 17.7.7. While some appreciate CBC as a Canadian news source, a large segment criticizes the news content for being biased, one-sided, or propaganda. Many users also express frustration with persistent re-login prompts, unwanted notifications, and a lack of requested features like a dark mode or comment sections.

Common Themes

Mandatory Account Creation(11)
Excessive Advertisements(11)
News Content Bias(11)
App Stability/Bugs(10)
Persistent Login Issues(6)
Missing Features(4)
Unwanted Notifications(2)
News Source Reliability(1)

About the app

Everything you need to know about CBC News: Breaking & Local.

Description

From breaking news alerts to in-depth coverage, the CBC News App is a fast and easy way to catch up on what’s happening in your local area, in Canada, and the World. Features: Lock Screen Widget - View the latest headlines directly on your lock screen for quick and easy access to the top stories. News Alerts - Subscribe to push notifications for news stories that interest you and are relevant to your life. In-Depth Coverage - Get trusted insights and in-depth analysis from our award-winning journalists. Breadth of Coverage - Local, National & World news. Live Coverage - Stream news as it happens and shows, including Canada's Nightly Newscast, The National. Regional Coverage - Get the latest news headlines in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Halifax and Calgary. Personalization - Select your platform layout and the regional news you want to follow. Save & Share Stories - Save stories to read later, even offline and share your favourite stories with friends. If you’d like to report an issue or request a feature, please contact us at https://cbchelp.cbc.ca/hc/en-us

Latest Version

7.0.1

Size

102.2 MB

First Released

Feb 20, 2011

Stay Connected to Canada, Wherever You Are

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about CBC News: Breaking & Local

Does the CBC News app offer coverage of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics?

Yes, the CBC News app provides big news, headlines, event lists, medal counts, video highlights, and push notifications for Milano Cortina 2026.

Does the CBC News app offer live streaming for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics?

No, the CBC News app provides updates and highlights for Milano Cortina 2026. For full live streaming of the Olympics, users must download the CBC Gem app.

How does the CBC News app provide local news coverage?

The CBC News app delivers local, national, and world news. It offers regional coverage for major Canadian cities like Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Halifax, and Calgary.

Can users personalize their news experience in the CBC News app?

Yes, users can personalize their Olympics feed by sports. The CBC News app also offers customization for regional news preferences and the overall platform layout.

Does the CBC News app send news alerts?

Yes, the CBC News app provides news alerts. Users can subscribe to push notifications for major Olympic stories and other relevant news stories that interest them.

Can CBC News app articles be read offline?

Yes, the CBC News app enables users to save stories to read later. Saved articles are accessible even when the device is offline.

Does the CBC News app include a Lock Screen Widget?

Yes, the CBC News app features a Lock Screen Widget. This widget allows users to view the latest headlines directly from their lock screen for quick access.

Does the CBC News app offer live video coverage?

Yes, the CBC News app provides live coverage. Users can stream news as it happens and watch shows, including Canada's Nightly Newscast, The National.

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