Heavy rain causes flooding in Kapuskasing on Thursday

A total of 48.1 mm of rain fell in Kapuskasing on Thursday, breaking the record for May 12 that was set 78 years ago. (Supplied)

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2 slain gunmen still unidentified after Saanich shooting: BC RCMP

Saanich police will hold another update on a deadly shooting that took place on Tuesday afternoon, leaving two suspects dead and six officers with gunshot wounds.

Saanich Police Chief Constable Dean Duthie provides an update about the shootout between two robbery suspects and police yesterday leaving the suspects deceased and six members of the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team in hospital as he answers questions about the incident during a press conference at the Saanich Police department in Saanich, B.C., on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chad Hipolito

Royal Canadian Navy relieves Pacific fleet ship commander for 'inappropriate conduct'

The Royal Canadian Navy says it has relieved the commanding officer of a warship in the Pacific Fleet.

Here's what Air Canada and WestJet have said about reducing flights

Two of Canada's largest airlines announced steps this week to cope with delays, cancellations and service issues. Head to CTVNews.ca to read about the changes announced by Air Canada and WestJet.

Nine people shot in Newark, New Jersey: reports

Nine people, including at least one juvenile, were shot and wounded in Newark, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.

Poilievre marches with soldier protesting COVID-19 mandates ahead of Canada Day

Conservative leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre joined the final leg of a march led by a Canadian soldier charged for speaking out against COVID-19 vaccine requirements that has sparked promises -- and fears -- of a new wave of protests in the capital.

Crowd gathers for abortion rights rally in Barrie

Dozens of people gathered in downtown Barrie on Thursday evening to denounce the United States Supreme court's decision to overturn the country's constitutional protection for abortion rights.
Barrie woman talks about her strange encounter with a man posing as a cop

A Barrie woman who encountered a man posing as a cop at an accident scene is grateful she followed her instincts and refused to get into his car when he offered.
Here's what's open and closed Canada Day in Barrie

Friday marks the return of restriction-free Canada Day festivities across the region, with a series of closures to celebrate the nation's birthday.

Toronto

Ford says he'll end 'unfair' insurance premiums based on postal codes

Ontario drivers could soon see the end of "unfair" insurance policies with premiums based on postal codes, Premier Doug Ford said Thursday.
Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. This is when that will happen

Ontario gas prices are about to take a huge drop and one expert says it will be 'well worth waiting' if drivers can hold off on filling up.
Man arrested after car explodes in front of Oshawa police station

A man has been arrested after a car exploded in front of a police station in Oshawa.

Ottawa

Four people arrested at National War Memorial as Canada Day celebrations begin

Police officers in cruisers, on foot patrol and on bicycles are patrolling the Parliamentary Precinct, the ByWard Market and the so-called "motor vehicle control zone", as the city prepares for Canada's 155th birthday celebrations and possible protests.
Soldier protesting COVID-19 mandates completes march in Ottawa ahead of Canada Day

Canadian Forces veteran James Topp marched through Ottawa on Thursday on the final leg of his cross-country march, and was joined by Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre for part of the walk.
Mayor questioned about information shared with council at Ottawa LRT inquiry

Mayor Jim Watson also faced questions about a private WhatsApp chat with senior staff and members of his office, and the fact there were no city committee meetings for councillors to ask questions and receive information during the trial-running period.

Kitchener

Kitchener encampment remains intact as eviction deadline passes

The eviction deadline for people living at an encampment at Victoria and Weber Streets in Kitchener has come and gone, but residents of the property say they’re not moving.
Vaccination miscommunication leaves Kitchener woman worried for 86-year-old mother

A miscommunication involving a COVID-19 booster shot has left a Kitchener woman concerned for her 86-year-old mother.
City of Kitchener announces death of baby swan

The news comes just two days after the City launched a naming contest for the young bird, which it said was the first offspring of Victoria Park swans, Otis and Ophelia.

London

Provincial gas tax reduction in time for Canada Day— but not everyone is celebrating

If you were one of the thousands of Londoners who bought gas on Thursday— you overpaid.
London Thrashers hope to expand women's lacrosse

On any given day it’s not hard to find out what’s happening in the major, mainstream sports. But what about those sports that don’t have the same high profile, star players, or commercial sponsors as the likes of hockey, baseball, or golf?
Police identify teen cyclist involved in fatal crash

Police continue to investigate after a fatal collision involving a cyclist claimed the life of a 17-year-old from Crediton.

Windsor

Vaccine mandates end at Stellantis, but not City of Windsor

Vaccine Mandates are slowly being phased out of many large workplaces. Some never had them, but others, including the City of Windsor, are sticking with them.
Little being done to stop loud fireworks noise 'five to seven days a week', says Windsor resident

Despite the City of Windsor prohibiting the use of fireworks on most days of the year, Walkerville resident Jordan Whelan says his family has been disturbed by the sounds of loud pops multiple times a day for the past six months.
Fatal house fire in Chatham, Ont. under investigation

Montreal

Compensation questions loom for Air Canada customers with cancelled flights

Consumer rights advocates are demanding Air Canada provide compensation to many of the hundreds of thousands of passengers whose summer flights it cancelled.
Montrealers allege 'racial profiling' during police intervention on Saint-Jean Baptiste Day

Organizers of a Montreal Caribbean festival are looking for clarity from police as to why a large group of officers interrupted their pre-festival barbecue on Saint-Jean Baptiste Day.
Two people reported dead following Longueuil fire

Two people have been reported dead and one person is in critical condition after a fire broke out in a home in Longueuil on Montreal's South Shore.

Atlantic

Spouse of gunman to testify at N.S. shooting hearings but won't be cross-examined

The spouse of the gunman in the Nova Scotia mass shooting will testify mid-July before a public inquiry, but she won't face direct questions from lawyers representing victims' families.
'It’s a waste of time': Low turnout for the final day of school in Nova Scotia

As Claire Mahaney-Lion dropped her son off at school this morning, she questioned the reasons behind scheduling a school day that would last fewer than two hours.
Saint John celebrates Memorial Cup win with parade Thursday

Saint John is having its dog day. The host city of the 2022 Memorial Cup is celebrating after the Saint John Sea Dogs bested the Hamilton Bulldogs 6-3 in front of a capacity crowd during Wednesday's championship game at TD Station.

Winnipeg

Transit bus crashes into home on River Avenue

A crash involving a Transit bus that appears to have smashed into a home has shut down a road near Osborne Village.
Security expected to be increased for Canada Day festivities

Security measures are expected to be beefed up at two Winnipeg locations Friday when Canada Day events get underway.
AMC working to remove Arlen Dumas after probe found his conduct amounted to 'workplace sexual harassment'

The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is working to remove Arlen Dumas as Grand Chief of the organization.

Calgary

Calgary public art piece that scorched spectator reinstalled in new location

A piece of public art that was removed and put into storage after burning a hole through a spectator’s jacket has been reinstalled in a new location.
Bank evacuated after white powder discovered on American bills

A southeast Calgary bank was evacuated Thursday afternoon, to allow hazardous materials crews to investigate a strange incident.
One dead in crash near Stoney Trail

Emergency crews are on the scene of a fatal crash that took place late Thursday afternoon.

Edmonton

Frank Oliver plaque permanently removed by City of Edmonton

An often-vandalized memorial featuring the face of former MP Frank Oliver will no longer be displayed in front of Edmonton's Fairmont Hotel Macdonald.
'Albertans need to know': UCP ripped for lack of accounting on $4B in COVID-19 spending

A damning new report from Alberta's auditor general finds government ministries failed to include understandable, relevant and comparable data on COVID-19 in year-end reporting.
'Horrifying': Man charged in complex investigation involving dozens of Edmonton arsons

A man is facing multiple charges in connection with a rash of arsons in the Alberta Avenue area, and police are calling him a key suspect in a complex investigation.

Vancouver

After dog died on B.C.-bound flight, owner says airline offered compensation based on 'cargo weight'

Nearly two years after her beloved dog died on a flight to B.C., a Metro Vancouver woman says she’s still waiting for justice for her pet.
'We have that resilience and we are strong': Special ceremony marks 1 year since devastating Lytton fire

It’s been exactly one year since fire ravaged the small B.C. community of Lytton, but the source of that massive blaze remains unknown.
Anti-vax blog post not admissible, B.C. court rules in vaccination dispute

A B.C. father who printed off a blog post and submitted it to court in a bid to prevent his children's mother from vaccinating them against COVID-19 has lost the dispute, in part because the judge found his evidence inadmissible.