33-year-old man killed in fatal Highway 17 crash

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A short-lived 'punch in the face' cold snap is coming for Eastern Canada

The beginning of February is expected to bring Arctic-like temperatures across much of Eastern Canada, thanks to frigid air from the polar vortex. The cold snap will descend on Eastern Canada this week, with temperatures becoming seasonable again on Sunday. In between, much of Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada can expect the coldest days yet this winter.

People clear snow from around their vehicles during a snowstorm in Montreal, Thursday, January 26, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Family in remote northern Ont. reeling after daughter killed in fire, home destroyed

A family in the remote community of Peawanuck, Ont., is dealing not only with the death of their young daughter, but the loss of everything they owned in a Jan. 28 house fire.

Late Jean Vanier sexually abused 25 women, says non-profit he founded

A report commissioned by a non-profit organization founded by the late Jean Vanier says the Canadian sexually abused 25 women during his decades with the group.

Girl, 6, dies after T-bar lift incident at Quebec ski resort

A six-year-old girl died in hospital Sunday night after being involved in an incident at the Val-Saint-Côme ski resort in Lanaudiere. Quebec police are investigating, though details into the event are not yet known. Officers indicated that it involved a T-bar lift, but they were not able to say more.

Hybrid Parliament should be here to stay, say MPs in new report

The hybrid sitting structure and electronic voting system should become permanent features of the House of Commons, according to a new report from MPs on the Procedure and House Affairs Committee.

'Just incredible': Winnipegger and former teammate remembers Bobby Hull

Without Bobby Hull, the Winnipeg Jets wouldn’t be in the NHL right now. That’s how one of his former teammates feels about the late Jets forward.

Why adding a bit of milk to your morning coffee might be good for you

Adding some milk to your morning coffee may boost the body's anti-inflammatory response, new research out of Denmark shows.

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BREAKING | Canucks trade captain Bo Horvat to Islanders

The rebuild of the Vancouver Canucks has begun, with centre Bo Horvat heading to the New York Islanders.

6th officer relieved of duty, EMTs fired, in Tyre Nichols death

The Memphis Police Department has disciplined an officer involved in the arrest, beating and death of Tyre Nichols, the department said Monday. Also Monday, two Fire Department emergency medical technicians and a driver were fired in connection with the case.

Barrie

Barrie police officer officially resigns after being charged by OPP

A Barrie Police Constable has resigned after being charged with Assault and Assault with a weapon by the Ontario Provincial Police.
Orillia Lighthouse operators say 'help is needed more than ever'

With inflation and rising costs, more individuals are struggling to make ends meet.
New walk-in clinic to open in Huntsville

Residents in Huntsville will soon have quicker access to healthcare with new walk-in clinic.

Toronto

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BREAKING | Mike Schreiner says he's thinking about running for leader of Ontario Liberals

Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner has indicated he may cross the floor and run to lead the provincial Liberal Party after a group of 40 members reached out in a public letter over the weekend.
Toronto man, 26, identified as victim of fatal downtown stabbing

Police have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing at a downtown Toronto apartment building on Sunday afternoon.
The Farmers' Almanac just revealed Ontario's spring forecast. Here's what to expect

The Farmers' Almanac just revealed its spring 2023 forecast and Ontario, along with much of the rest of Canada, is expected to see a “turbulent transition to warmth,” the agency predicts.

Ottawa

Governments failed Ottawa residents during convoy occupation, people's commission finds

A report into the impact of the "Freedom Convoy" occupation on residents of Ottawa has accused all three levels of government of failing to uphold the human rights of people who live and work in downtown Ottawa.
OPP identify victim in Eganville femicide as mother of accused

Ontario Provincial Police have formally identified a woman who was found dead in Eganville last week as the mother of an 18-year-old man accused of murder.
Patients left in lurch after Orleans doctors plan to close practices

Patients of an east Ottawa clinic say they've been left in the lurch after learning they would need to find new family doctors because their doctors were closing their medical practices.

Kitchener

Mike Schreiner responds to Liberal plea for a greener leader

Ontario Greens leader and MPP for Guelph, Mike Schreiner, said he is going to take time to "think about the arguments" following an open letter requesting him to run for the Ontario Liberal Party leadership.
'A really difficult case to win': Southwestern Ont. judge rules encampment can stay in Kitchener

The Region of Waterloo has lost a court bid for an injunction to evict residents of an encampment on municipally owned land at Victoria Street North and Weber Street West in Kitchener.
Remembering Bobby ‘the Golden Jet’ Hull in Waterloo region

Though Bobby Hull will forever be remembered for the excitement he generated on the ice, the late hockey star also had a local connection, launching his junior hockey career in Waterloo region.

London

London driver charged following fatal crash with pedestrian

A person has been charged following the death of a pedestrian in a crash last week. As previously reported by CTV News, a pedestrian was struck by a car near Hamilton Road and Watmar Avenue on Jan. 24.
Fatal house fire in London

One person has died after a house fire in London. Crews were called to the scene on Tremont Road near Trafalgar Street around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday.
'Can we renovate what we have?': Study to find whether Mount Brydges Arena be saved

The saga continues for residents and user groups in Mount Brydges, Ont. For the last year they've thought they were getting a new multi-use facility and ice pad — however that may no longer be the case.

Windsor

Council will not hear motion to rescind support of drug consumption site location

Windsor city council will not hear a motion to rescind support of a previously approved location of a consumption and treatment site (CTS) saying a compromise has been reached.
Local authorities speak out over recent smuggling on Detroit River

When a smuggling operation across the Detroit River was uncovered by federal prosecutors in the U.S. last week, it prompted questions about the nature of the activity along the Canadian shoreline — and the smuggling on the river is on the radar of the CBSA, OPP and Windsor Essex Port Authority.
'A happy employee is a good employee': Windsor, Ont. company transitions to four-day work week to improve work-life balance

Local cleaning company Men in Kilts is transitioning to a four-day work week in hopes of improving employee retention and satisfaction. Instead of working eight hour days, five days a week, employees at Men in Kilts will work longer hours during the four days — the compressed schedule will allow workers to spend more time with loved ones and improve work-life balance.

Montreal

Quebec minister calls on new anti-Islamophobia representative to step down over Bill 21 comments

Quebec's minister responsible for secularism, Jean-Francois Roberge, has called on Canada’s new special anti-Islamophobia advisor Amira Elghawaby to apologize and step down.
Girl, 6, dies after T-bar lift incident at Quebec ski resort

A six-year-old girl died in hospital Sunday night after being involved in an incident at the Val-Saint-Côme ski resort in Lanaudiere. Quebec police are investigating, though details into the event are not yet known. Officers indicated that it involved a T-bar lift, but they were not able to say more.
Late Jean Vanier sexually abused 25 women, says non-profit he founded

A report commissioned by a non-profit organization founded by the late Jean Vanier says the Canadian sexually abused 25 women during his decades with the group.

Atlantic

'There was money and blood.' Halifax murder trial hears grim details of crime scene

The grisly aftermath of an alleged fatal shooting was described Monday during the murder trial of a former Dalhousie University medical student accused of killing a fellow student in Halifax seven years ago.
Saint John police investigating sudden deaths of man, woman

Police are investigating the sudden deaths of two people in Saint John, N.B. The Saint John Police Force responded to a medical assistance call at a home on Red Head Road shortly after 8 a.m. Monday.
Man dies after he was found unconscious in Cape Breton jail cell

An inmate at the provincial jail in Cape Breton has died after he was found unconscious in his cell.

Winnipeg

'Just incredible': Winnipegger and former teammate remembers Bobby Hull

Without Bobby Hull, the Winnipeg Jets wouldn’t be in the NHL right now. That’s how one of his former teammates feels about the late Jets forward.
Man found dead in Winnipeg hotel; police investigating as homicide

Winnipeg police are investigating the death of a 40-year-old Winnipeg man at a Main Street hotel as a homicide.
Missing 12-year-old girl possibly in Winnipeg: RCMP

RCMP are searching for a 12-year-old girl who has not been seen in more than a week.

Calgary

UCP holds narrow lead with upcoming election set to be political horserace: ThinkHQ

A new political poll crafted by ThinkHQ Public Affairs says if an election were held in Alberta today, voters would be split on who should form the next government.
Banff National Park cave creature exists 'no where else': Parks Canada

Castleguard Cave is located about 170 kilometres north of the Cave and Basin Historic Site.
No 'n' in Bridgeland: Calgary sign takes another hit

The sign that promotes the inner-city neighbourhood of Bridgeland is missing another letter.

Edmonton

Mindbender roller coaster closed after 37 years at West Edmonton Mall

The Mindbender roller coaster at Galaxyland has been shut down, West Edmonton Mall announced on Monday. The redevelopment of the area is already underway, and the roller coaster is being decommissioned and removed.
'Disturbing': Smith promises change after Edmonton bus damaged, rider threatened with ice pick

A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged after police say he caused more than $5,000 worth of damage to an Edmonton Transit Bus and threatened a female passenger, acts that drew condemnation from Alberta's premier.
'Didn't receive any notifications': Edmonton drivers frustrated after receiving parking ban tickets

Several Edmonton drivers say they weren’t notified of snow clearing in their area before their vehicles were ticketed.

Vancouver

Vancouver Public Library Foundation receives $150K to bolster early literacy programs

A Hong Kong-based philanthropic foundation is donating $150,000 to support early literacy in Vancouver.
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BREAKING | Canucks trade captain Bo Horvat to Islanders

The rebuild of the Vancouver Canucks has begun, with centre Bo Horvat heading to the New York Islanders.
270 illegal crab traps seized from Boundary Bay, federal officials say

More than 900 crabs were freed from illegal traps in Boundary Bay last week, according to federal officials.

33-year-old man killed in fatal Highway 17 crash

33-year-old man killed in fatal Highway 17 crash

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BREAKING | Canucks trade captain Bo Horvat to Islanders

BREAKING | Mike Schreiner says he's thinking about running for leader of Ontario Liberals

BREAKING | Canucks trade captain Bo Horvat to Islanders