Heavy police presence on Manitoulin Island Sunday afternoon

M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island. May 9/21 (Ian Campbell/CTV News Northern Ontario)

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'Tone-deaf': Singh slams rapporteur Johnston for not stepping down

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh slammed foreign interference special rapporteur David Johnston's refusal to heed the House of Commons' call for him to step down as 'tone-deaf.'

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

Air Canada reports communications system issue, flights operating at reduced rate

Air Canada reported a technical issue with its flight communications system on Thursday, causing delays across the country for the second time in a week.

Collapsed platform in Winnipeg's Fort Gibraltar last repaired a decade ago: city

The elevated walkway in Winnipeg's Fort Gibraltar that collapsed during a school field trip, sending 16 children and one adult to hospital, was last repaired a decade ago.

RBC resolves technical issues with online, mobile banking

The Royal Bank of Canada has resolved a technical issue that temporarily impacted online and mobile banking.

Climate change and El Nino's return will impact Canada's weather. Here's how

Forecasters warn an upcoming weather pattern known for warm temperatures could bring droughts, floods and even tropical storms to Canada.

Jordan's royal wedding gets underway in ceremony packed with stars and deep symbolism

The wedding of Jordan's crown prince to the scion of a prominent Saudi family began on Thursday in a palace celebration that drew massive crowds and a mood of excitement around the kingdom, while presenting the young Hashemite royal as a new player on the global stage.

Several people injured in multi-vehicle collision near Beaverton

Provincial police are at the scene of a serious multi-vehicle collision south of Beaverton.
Barrie police warn residents not to hug strangers after 'bizarre theft'

Police in Barrie are warning the public about a "bizarre theft" where the suspects targeted a senior on her property outside her home.
Bracebridge beach shuts down over safety concerns

A popular beach in Bracebridge is being temporarily shut down over safety concerns.

Toronto

Large part of Ontario now under provincial fire ban

A large part of Ontario is under a provincial fire ban due to high risk of forest fires.
'Both of them had a heart of gold': Family of slain Hamilton tenants break silence

The family of an engaged couple who were shot dead following a dispute with their landlord in Stoney Creek over the weekend have broken their silence.
Teenager critically injured after being hit by vehicle in Toronto

Toronto paramedics say a teenage girl has been rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after she was reportedly struck by a vehicle.

Ottawa

Two city employees fired following tips to Ottawa's fraud and waste hotline in 2022

The city of Ottawa fired two employees with "medical related duties" for submitting falsified vaccination status documents last year following a tip to the city's fraud and waste hotline, according to a new report from the city's auditor general.
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HEAT WARNING | Hottest June 1 in Ottawa history

The temperature hit 29.8 C at 11 a.m. Thursday, setting a record for the warmest June 1 in Ottawa’s history. The old record was 29.6 C, set back in 2011, according to Environment Canada.
RBC resolves technical issues with online, mobile banking

The Royal Bank of Canada has resolved a technical issue that temporarily impacted online and mobile banking.

Kitchener

Staff at Kitchener business thwart attempted robbery

Mallory Robinson says it was “a little more than [she] was expecting” when she arrived at work at her family's Kitchener business Wednesday morning.
Fire rips through Kitchener townhomes, residents displaced

At least three units in a townhouse complex are damaged, displacing many residents, after a fire on Green Valley Drive in Kitchener on Wednesday afternoon.
'Both of them had a heart of gold': Family of slain Hamilton tenants break silence

The family of an engaged couple who were shot dead following a dispute with their landlord in Stoney Creek over the weekend have broken their silence.

London

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VIDEO | A barn in Delaware went up in flames around 11 a.m.

According to London fire, Engine 9, Car 9 and Tanker 5 have all responded to the scene on Brigham Road.
WANTED: Matthew Daigneault known to frequent London area

OPP are looking for Matthew Daigneault — wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for a breach of statutory release. He is described as a white man about 6’ tall, 243 lbs, with a short/receding hairline.
'It's important to break down those barriers": Young women get hands-on firefighter training with Camp Molly

Through a free four-day camp, 30 young women will get the chance to learn about a career in fire services in the Township of Zorra this week.

Windsor

Windsor police officer appealing after conviction for freedom convoy donation

A Windsor police officer is appealing his discreditable conduct conviction and penalty for donating $50 to the Freedom Convoy.
Stellantis 'does not confirm' new Windsor EV battery plant deal

Stellantis does not confirm that a deal has been reached to secure the $5-billion NextStar Energy EV battery plant in Windsor.
Police cracking down on noise and crime at Riverfront Festival Plaza

Windsor police are telling the public to expect to see an increased police presence in and around the Riverfront Festival Plaza.

Montreal

Calling 311? Bill 96 now requires Montrealers to 'attest' they can get English services

Residents who wish to speak with the City of Montreal by calling 311 now have to attest they can receive services in English because of Bill 96. New provisions of the language law came into effect Thursday.
Quebec wants to force everyone to use the same charging standard for smartphones

The days of missing the right charger for your cellphone could be a thing of the past in Quebec. A new bill tabled in the provincial legislature Thursday aims to amend the Consumer Protection Act to require universal charging for devices like smartphones and tablets.
'We're battling a fire in a Ski-Doo suit!' Montreal firefighters quell blaze in extreme heat

Police and firefighters in Montreal responded to a five-alarm fire in Montreal's Mile End neighbourhood in the extreme heat. Four firefighters were evaluated for heat stroke and five residents were displaced.

Atlantic

N.S. premier calls for urgent, proactive firefighting help from Ottawa

Premier Tim Houston repeated his calls for urgent firefighting help Thursday, asking Ottawa to “be proactive” with aid as multiple wildfires continue to burn out of control.
New wildfire reported in Fall River, N.S.

Halifax Mayor Mike Savage says a new wildfire has been reported in the community of Fall River.
Waegwoltic Club burns in south-end Halifax

A historic athletic club in south-end Halifax is on fire.

Winnipeg

Collapsed platform in Winnipeg's Fort Gibraltar last repaired a decade ago: city

The elevated walkway in Winnipeg's Fort Gibraltar that collapsed during a school field trip, sending 16 children and one adult to hospital, was last repaired a decade ago.
Search for missing teen has been suspended, family says

The search for a missing teen last seen more than a week ago in Winnipeg has been suspended after a body that has yet to be identified was found.
Manitoba legislature session ends, sets tone for upcoming election campaign

The Manitoba legislature is set to break for the summer and an upcoming election campaign that is expected to focus on health care, taxes and crime.

Calgary

Explosions erupt from southwest Calgary home's garage

Fire crews, along with police, are investigating after a double detached garage outside a southwest home burst into flames on Thursday morning.
Didsbury senior rescued after 4 days missing in heavily-wooded area

Innisfail RCMP say a Didsbury woman who went missing for four days is in good spirits after being located by rescue teams.
Suspect in alleged Airdrie assault identified and arrested

A suspect has been arrested by Airdrie RCMP in regards to a May 16 assault.

Edmonton

'If it floats we treat it as a boat': Residents reminded to use the North Saskatchewan River safely this summer

The City of Edmonton, Devon, and Fort Saskatchewan, along with local emergency organizations, are reminding residents to be safe when on or near the North Saskatchewan River this summer.
Fire ban ends in Edmonton after nearly 1 month

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services ended the ban after rain and cooler weather, the City of Edmonton said in a release.
Air Canada reports communications system issue, flights operating at reduced rate

Air Canada reported a technical issue with its flight communications system on Thursday, causing delays across the country for the second time in a week.

Vancouver

Air Canada IT issue impacts flights to and from YVR

Some Air Canada flights to and from Vancouver International Airport were delayed or cancelled Thursday due to a technical issue with the airline.
Serious crash on Highway 97 sends 2 people to hospital: RCMP

Mounties are investigating a serious crash on Highway 97 in Kelowna, B.C., that sent two people to hospital late Wednesday night.
Fatal multi-vehicle crash closes Highway 3 east of Cranbrook, B.C.

A fatal crash on Highway 3, east of Cranbrook, involved three vehicles including a semi tractor-trailer, RCMP said Thursday.

Heavy police presence on Manitoulin Island Sunday afternoon

Heavy police presence on Manitoulin Island Sunday afternoon

BREAKING | Blind River emergency room temporary closure averted

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HEAT WARNING | Hottest June 1 in Ottawa history

VIDEO | A barn in Delaware went up in flames around 11 a.m.