'Armed and dangerous' suspect may still be in North Bay, police say

Jacob "Kris" Bruckner (left), 24, is still at large. Bruckner is wanted by police for a New Year's Day shooting on the First Nation territory of Rama. (Rama Police Service)

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Biden and Trudeau announce updates on clean energy, migration and defence

U.S President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have announced updates on a number of cross-border issues, after a day of meetings on Parliament Hill.

President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrive for a news conference Friday, March 24, 2023, in Ottawa, Canada. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

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LIVE UPDATES | Watch live coverage of U.S. President Joe Biden's trip to Canada

As Joe Biden makes his first trip to Canada as president of the United States, CTVNews.ca is offering live coverage of the leader's visit. Follow our live blog on CTVNews.ca and the CTV News app for the latest updates.

Incredible photos show northern lights dancing across much of Canada

Sky-gazers and shutterbugs across much of Canada were treated to a spectacular display of northern lights Thursday night and into Friday morning.

Ontario crypto king kidnapped, tortured in an attempt to get millions in ransom, documents say

Ontario’s self-described crypto king was allegedly abducted, tortured, and beaten for days as his kidnappers looked to solicit millions in ransom, his father told a court in December.

Canada’s Ivvavik National Park among most remote and beautiful places in the world: Big 7 Travel

Global travel site Big 7 Travel ranked the most remote and beautiful places in the world, and only one Canadians location—Ivvavik national park—is among them.

Eugene Levy, Sarah Polley, Jean Chretien, the two Michaels among guests at Biden gala dinner

Notable people will be in attendance at Friday’s gala dinner with U.S. President Joe Biden, hosted by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife at the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum, including former prime ministers and celebrities.

Sophie Gregoire Trudeau introduces Jill Biden to curling during Ottawa visit

The first lady of the United States got a sweeping introduction to Canadian sports culture in Ottawa Friday as Sophie Gregoire Trudeau took Jill Biden to the curling rink for her first trip to Ottawa.

U.S.-Canada migration deal aims to end walk-around crossings

The immigration deal announced Friday by U.S. President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau aims to shut down a process that has enabled tens of thousands of immigrants from across the world to move between the two countries along a back road between New York state and Quebec.

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W5 Investigates | 'Canadians should be very concerned about their drinking water': W5 investigates asbestos cement pipes

W5 investigates aging asbestos pipes across Canada and the potential health hazards if it ends up in your tap water. Watch W5's 'Something in the Water' Saturday at 7 p.m. on CTV.

Barrie

One of 7 men charged in Elnaz Hajtamiri case granted bail

One of the seven men charged in connection with the alleged frying pan assault and attempted abduction of Ontario woman Elnaz Hajtamiri weeks before her disappearance will be released from custody.
Several catalytic converters stolen from Barrie businesses

Barrie police ask business owners to park vehicles indoors, in a secure compound, or area where video surveillance is in place, where possible.
Multiple people taken into custody amid Barrie drug raid

There was a heavy police presence in Barrie Thursday evening outside a residence near Cundles Road.

Toronto

Ontario crypto king kidnapped, tortured in an attempt to get millions in ransom, documents say

Ontario’s self-described crypto king was allegedly abducted, tortured, and beaten for days as his kidnappers looked to solicit millions in ransom, his father told a court in December.
Ontario's 2022 Sunshine List is out. Who was the top earner?

Ontario's so-called sunshine list is out and the top salary in the province was a little more than $1.7 million.
Ontario photographer captures Thursday's northern lights, reveals how best to see them tonight

An astrophotographer from southern Ontario captured Thursday night's display of the Aurora Borealis and has offered some tips and tricks for catching a glimpse of them yourself tonight.

Ottawa

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WATCH LIVE | Biden visits Parliament Hill: Day two of the U.S. president’s trip to Ottawa

Road closures are in effect and security is heightened in the downtown core today as U.S. President Joe Biden continues his visit to the capital.
Fullerton resigns as MPP for Kanata-Carleton

Kanata-Carleton Progressive Conservative MPP Merrilee Fullerton announced on Twitter Friday afternoon that she had tendered her resignation to Premier Doug Ford.
Biden, Trudeau share 'Friend-chip Goals' ice cream from Ottawa shop

U.S. President Joe Biden got to taste ice cream from a beloved Ottawa shop during his visit to the capital.

Kitchener

Alleged death threats sent to regional chair, court documents show

A Kitchener man has been arrested by Waterloo regional police for making alleged death threats towards Region of Waterloo Chair Karen Redman.
Did you see the northern lights? Photos show lights dancing across southern Ontario

An uncommon phenomenon lit up the skies across southern Ontario on Thursday night, including in Waterloo region where the aurora borealis – also known as the northern lights - shone bright enough to see with the naked eye.
Which public sector employee has the highest salary in Waterloo region?

The Region of Waterloo’s highest-paid public sector employee made just under $500,000 in 2022.

London

Cinder block thrown through window of south London restaurant

A London man was arrested early Friday morning after being spotted throwing a cinder block through the front door of a restaurant, according to police.
Byron barn battle takes another twist: volunteers vow to assist elderly man with hard labour

An elderly Byron man said he received numerous offers of help to clear away rotting barn rubble from his property, after a London, Ont. city council committee endorsed a recommendation to grant a demolition permit.
There's a growing need for Iranian stem cell donors: one non-profit explains how you can help

“Iranian Donor Save Lives Campaign is run by the Stem Cell Club, a non-profit donor recruitment organization that aims to increase the stem cell registry with more ethnically diverse individuals,” said Farnaz Farahbakhsh, the lead for the campaign.

Windsor

Windsor-Essex brewers lament impact of looming 6.3% alcohol tax

On April 1, a 6.3 per cent federal excise tax goes into effect on beer, wine and spirits producers.
Windsor police officer demoted for ‘unnecessary’ arrest of two Black men

A Windsor police officer has been demoted for neglect of duty for the “unnecessary” arrest of two Black men.
Provincial funding boost in mental health services welcome news for Windsor-Essex health officials

Initial reaction to Ontario's 2023 budget indicates it’s being well received by pharmacists and mental health care officials in Windsor-Essex.

Montreal

Airbnb to pull listings that don't have proper permits in Quebec

Short-term rental company Airbnb says it will pull listings that don't have a proper permit from the Quebec government. The San Francisco-based company made the announcement eight days after a fatal fire destroyed an Old Montreal building that housed illegal rentals.
Roxham Road: Immigration rights advocates concerned about expected deal

Advocates are voicing concerns about a deal between Canada and the U.S. to end an immigration loophole allowing migrants to claim asylum when they cross unofficial borders like Roxham Road.
U.S.-Canada migration deal aims to end walk-around crossings

The immigration deal announced Friday by U.S. President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau aims to shut down a process that has enabled tens of thousands of immigrants from across the world to move between the two countries along a back road between New York state and Quebec.

Atlantic

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EXCLUSIVE | Students hailed for aiding stabbed staff member; school principal and parents thank community

Two students are being recognized for their quick actions, and school administration and parents are thanking the community, after a difficult week at Charles P. Allen High School in Bedford, N.S.
Woman injured in west Saint John shooting, three suspects arrested

Police say a woman is in hospital following a shooting in west Saint John, N.B., early Friday morning and three suspects have been arrested.
Provinces compete to retain, recruit health-care workers

As competition for health-care workers heats up, so too does the bidding.

Winnipeg

Manitoba First Nation enforcing new measures to combat drug crisis

A Manitoba First Nation is enacting measures to combat an ongoing drug and addiction crisis while also calling on the federal and provincial governments to do more to address drug-related deaths within northern remote Indigenous communities.
'A sad thing that happens': Town of Arborg dealing with increase in stray cats

A town in Manitoba's Interlake area is trying to find new homes for stray cats that were dumped in the community.
MMIWG2S+ licence plates to be available in Manitoba in 2023

Manitoba Public Insurance is working on a special licence plate meant to raise awareness on the societal issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people that will be made available to the Manitoba public by the end of the year.

Calgary

1 missing as 2 houses burn in afternoon fire in northwest Calgary

One person is missing and a dog is dead after two homes caught fire Friday afternoon in northwest Calgary.
Woman and toddler go missing; police tap public for assistance

Raushan Zhussupova, 63, and her grandson Kian Basiri, 1, were last seen around 11:20 a.m. on Friday in Windsor Park in the city’s southwest, when the pair left for a walk.
Frankenstein is back, this time with puppets

Calgary's Andrew G. Cooper is taking the storytelling leap from Fraggle Rock to Frankenstein.

Edmonton

Road closures for Edmonton police funeral procession announced

The procession is scheduled to leave the Alberta Legislature grounds toward Rogers Place at approximately 11:45 a.m.
U of A approves tuition hikes despite pleas from students over affordability

A tuition increase of 5.5 per cent for domestic students and current international students was approved by the University of Alberta Friday morning.
Man threatened to shoot Beaumont peace officer over parking ticket: city

The City of Beaumont says one of its community peace officers was threatened while issuing a parking ticket.

Vancouver

Involuntary treatment of drug users under B.C.’s Mental Health Act could be deadly, legal group warns

A legal advocacy group in Vancouver is calling for B.C. to overhaul its approach to mental health care in order to eliminate involuntary treatment options.
Forensic audit of BC Housing completed, findings to be released 'as soon as possible'

A forensic audit of BC Housing that the government ordered last year has been completed, though it's unclear when it will be released to the public.
2 arrested after string of vehicle, property thefts in Penticton: RCMP

Two people have been arrested in connection to a string of thefts in the Penticton area, according to RCMP.

'Armed and dangerous' suspect may still be in North Bay, police say

'Armed and dangerous' suspect may still be in North Bay, police say

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EXCLUSIVE | Students hailed for aiding stabbed staff member; school principal and parents thank community