Discussions ongoing with CFL as league seeks government assistance: Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is in discussions with the CFL, which is seeking financial support to help with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Trudeau told reporters today that support for the 62-year-old league is an "important issue" for the CFL and its fans. The prime minister's comments come a day after The Canadian Press reported that the CFL is seeking up to $150 million in federal assistance.Newsletter sign-up: Get The COVID-19 Brief sent to your inboxLeagu