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Canada's relationship with the U.S. needed rebuilding post-Trump says Ambassador Hillman

Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman says the country’s relationship with its American counterparts required rebuilding after the Trump administration.

Canada’s Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman on CTV News Channel's Power Play.

Biden is coming to Canada: Here's what we know about his visit

U.S. President Joe Biden is coming to Canada Thursday evening, kicking off his short but long-awaited overnight official visit to Canada. Here's what CTV News has confirmed about what will be on the agenda, and what key players are saying about the upcoming visit.

First victim in fatal Old Montreal fire identified as 76-year-old woman

Montreal police have identified the first victim of the deadly fire in Old Montreal last week that has left two dead and five missing. Insp. David Shane said it was a woman named Camille Maheux, who was 76 years old.

WeightWatchers appears set to close dozens of Canadian locations Sunday

WW International appears set to close dozens of its roughly 118 WeightWatchers locations across Canada on March 26 in what may be part of a restructuring strategy.

Canada broke a population growth record in 2022: StatCan

Canada's population grew by more than one million over the course of one calendar year, breaking previous records, a new Statistics Canada report says.

Top 4 quirky consumer complaints received in 2022: BBB

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) says it receives tens of thousands of complaints from consumers across Canada each year, but once in a while a "quirky" one will take them by surprise.

What are the predictions for Canada's real estate market this spring?

The Canadian real estate market has been sluggish since last year, when prospective buyers started putting off plans to purchase homes as the Bank of Canada aggressively hiked interest rates eight consecutive times. But realtors see many edging toward a purchase once more.

5 planets will align in an arc across the night sky next week

Sky-gazers will be treated to a parade of planets near the end of month when Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will appear together in the night sky.

U.S. SEC sues Jake Paul, Lindsay Lohan, Soulja Boy, other celebrities over crypto sales

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday sued Chinese cryptocurrency entrepreneur Justin Sun, accusing him and several celebrities of illegally selling crypto securities and scheming to artificially inflate trading volume in crypto assets.

Barrie

Barrie man released from prison after successfully appealing murder conviction

After spending nearly eight years behind bars for the stabbing death of Milan (Mike) Segota, Terrence Barrett is a free man.
Woman blows 4x legal alcohol limit after crashing into car in school parking lot

A Tottenham woman faces impaired driving charges for allegedly blowing four times over the legal limit after crashing into a vehicle in a school parking lot.
Barrie's popular downtown patio program returns with extension to retailers

The City of Barrie and the Business Improvement Association will launch the start of the popular outdoor patio program downtown on April 15.

Toronto

'I feared for my life': Toronto man shot by police wants bodycam footage of incident released

A Toronto man who was shot multiple times by a police officer while he was walking his dog last month says more could have been done to de-escalate the situation that almost left him dead.
Ontario 4-year-old diagnosed with brain tumour after doctors believed it was a virus

An Ontario mother and father say their four-year-old was recently diagnosed with a brain tumour after doctors believed his symptoms were a flu-like virus for months.
Ontario to get rid of temporary paid sick days, lift some COVID measures in LTC homes

The Canadian Press has learned that Ontario will not extend its temporary paid sick day program.

Ottawa

Sutcliffe not ruling out public funding for new Senators arena

As the sale of the Ottawa Senators heats up, the city's mayor isn't ruling out public funding for a new downtown arena for the team.
Here are the road closures to expect when U.S. President Biden visits Ottawa

The city of Ottawa has released its list of road closures for the presidential motorcade and visit, starting Thursday when Biden arrives and ending Friday night after his departure.
OC Transpo warning riders it does not offer unmarked rideshare services

If you're waiting for an OC Transpo bus, and someone drives up in an unmarked vehicle claiming to be OC Transpo, don't get in the car. That's the warning from OC Transpo after someone reported a bizarre incident.

Kitchener

Ont.’s police watchdog investigating after Centre Wellington man seriously injured

Ontario’s police watchdog is investigating a crash near Belwood Lake that saw a 43-year-old Centre Wellington man transported to hospital.
'I'm going to die': Officer recalls night Beau Baker died

Remembering the night he fatally shot Beau Baker outside a Kitchener apartment on Brybeck Crescent in April 2015, Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) Staff Sgt. Eric Boynton - who was a patrol officer at the time - testified he was worried about Baker killing himself or others.
If they don't stop the party, why put up the fence? Waterloo mayor explains Ezra Avenue fencing

For the second year in a row, the City of Waterloo chose to fence off Ezra Avenue for St. Patrick’s Day. For the second year in a row, the party simply shifted a short walk over to Marshall Street.

London

'They can do anything': Richmond Row business owner says she’s not surprised after random act of violence near her restaurant

It is what many people consider a safe space, secure in the confines of their own vehicle, but a stabbing on Richmond Row may have changed that for many. It happened around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoon as a driver in a southbound car was waiting for a train to cross Richmond Street, just south of Piccadilly Street.
Amidst diversity concerns on the London Police Services Board, a single vacant seat draws 54 applicants

There’s unexpectedly high interest to join the London Police Services Board, but it’s yet to be seen if the upcoming appointment will address the diversity deficit on the oversight committee.
Tenant recounts harrowing escape from Aylmer fire

Despite losing nearly everything he owns in a downtown Aylmer fire, Justin Temple says he is fortunate to be alive. Standing in front of the blocked-off remains of the century building he called home until Monday night, he recalled his frantic escape.

Windsor

Car strikes home in LaSalle, driver in serious condition

A LaSalle man is in serious condition and facing an impaired driving charge after a car collided with an attached garage of a home, according to police.
Missing 32-year-old Windsor woman sought by police

Windsor police are asking for help finding a missing 32-year-old woman.
Wanted man turns himself in to Windsor Police

A wanted suspect has turned himself in to Windsor, Ont. police following an investigation into an incident where a gun was allegedly fired in a home in the city’s east end last month.

Montreal

First victim in fatal Old Montreal fire identified as 76-year-old woman

Montreal police have identified the first victim of the deadly fire in Old Montreal last week that has left two dead and five missing. Insp. David Shane said it was a woman named Camille Maheux, who was 76 years old.
School board welcomes Quebec probe into sexual abuse

At least one school board is welcoming news of an investigation into allegations of sexual violence at schools.
Virtual reality tech to help pediatric patients manage pain at Montreal hospital

Children undergoing medical procedures at a Montreal hospital have a new tool to help them through pain and anxiety. Shriner’s Children’s Hospital says virtual reality headsets offer patients an escape to another world.

Atlantic

Transportation Safety Board report on sinking cites lax federal rules on stability

A Transportation Safety Board of Canada report has linked the fatal sinking of a Nova Scotia scallop dragger in 2020 to years of federal inaction on the imposition of stricter stability standards for fishing vessels.
Nova Scotia Teachers' Union calls for government action on school violence

Students at a Halifax-area school where two staff members were stabbed Monday returned to class Wednesday afternoon.
Weather statements issued in the Maritimes ahead of snow Thursday

Environment Canada has issued special weather statements in the Maritimes ahead of a spring mix of snow and rain arriving Thursday.

Winnipeg

Major risk of flooding on Red River this spring, predicts Manitoba government

There is a major risk of flooding on the Red River this spring, according to Manitoba’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre
Police release picture of suspect in assault case

Winnipeg police are looking for the public's help in trying to identify a suspect in an assault case.
Winnipeg still waiting for opening date for Zellers

Fans of Zellers looking to shop locally at the revamped store in Winnipeg will have to keep waiting.

Calgary

Battle between UCP, NDP too close to call as provincial election inches closer: ThinkHQ

A new political poll surveying Albertans ahead of May's provincial election shows a deep divide within the province, with the governing United Conservative Party and Alberta's New Democrats fighting neck and neck for support.
Calgary company's hand-dyed yarn sought after by knitters all over the world

A Calgary store is becoming internationally known for its hand-dyed yarn.
National Impaired Driving Prevention Week reminds Calgarians to make responsible choices

Family members and close friends of a young Calgary couple killed in a car crash last summer are reminding others to plan ahead and make responsible choices on this National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.

Edmonton

'We are a natural gas province': Smith says Alberta needs power plants, not wind and solar

Alberta's premier assured a ballroom of rural leaders Wednesday that she does not want to see the province move away from electricity generated from fossil fuels, while complaining about solar panels covering farm land.
EPS announces death of constable

The Edmonton Police Service announced the death of an officer on Tuesday.
'He's helped me': Oilers' Bouchard blossoming since arrival of new partner Ekholm

Getting more power play time with some of the best hockey players on the planet has certainly helped but Evan Bouchard also credited a new teammate Wednesday for his recent resurgence.

Vancouver

New trial date set for man accused of killing B.C. teen Marissa Shen

A new trial date has been set for a man accused of killing a 13-year-old girl in Burnaby nearly six years ago.
Lynx Air announces summer service between Toronto and Kelowna, Hamilton and Vancouver

Budget airline Lynx Air announced it's launching two new routes for the summer, one from Hamilton to Vancouver and one from Toronto to Kelowna, B.C.
'He's a unicorn': Canucks star defenceman Hughes continues to grow his game

At 23 years old, Vancouver Canucks star defenseman Quinn Hughes has smashed plenty of records, and he appears poised to continue elevating his game.