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Here are some of the activities you can check out this long holiday weekend in Sudbury, North Bay and Timmins. File Photo

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'Be prepared for delays at any point': Canada not flying alone in worldwide travel chaos

As Canadian airports deal with their own set of problems amid the busy summer travel season, by no means are they alone.

Travellers check their flights at Miami International Airport, July 2, 2022, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

'Incompetence is incalculable': Airport frustrations sour Canadians' summer travel plans

CTVNews.ca asked Canadians to share their travel horror stories as cancelled flights, delays and lost luggage throw a wrench in Canadians' summer travel plans, due in part to staffing shortages at Canadian airports. Some report sleeping at airports and others say it took days to get to or from a destination.

Police rescue stand-up paddleboarder on Lake Simcoe

Police in Orillia rescued a stand-up paddleboarder out along Lake Simcoe Saturday.
'We just don’t have clear information': Nearly 250 GTA child care centres have applied for $10 a day program

Nearly 250 child care centres have signalled their intent to opt into the federal government’s $10-a-day program since applications opened across most of the Greater Toronto Area last week but hundreds of others remain on the sidelines.
Some emergency rooms across Canada shutting down amid staff shortages

Hospitals overwhelmed by the pandemic’s onslaught are still facing a number of challenges, causing unprecedented wait times in emergency rooms across the country.

Toronto

Two people dead and baby injured in pair of crashes in Peel Region

Two people died and four others including a nine-month-old baby were injured in a pair of crashes that occurred two hours apart in Peel Region overnight.
'We just don’t have clear information': Nearly 250 GTA child care centres have applied for $10 a day program

Nearly 250 child care centres have signalled their intent to opt into the federal government’s $10-a-day program since applications opened across most of the Greater Toronto Area last week but hundreds of others remain on the sidelines.
This man arrived from Calgary 16 days ago. He is still looking for his bags at Toronto Pearson airport

As unclaimed luggage continue to pile up at Pearson International Airport, one local resident has been looking for his bags for 16 days after arriving in Toronto.

Ottawa

Expanding COVID-19 vaccine booster eligibility could help stem fall wave, epidemiologist says

An Ottawa epidemiologist says expanding eligibility of COVID-19 boosters to allow adults to get a fourth dose if they wish could help stem a possible fall wave.
Another 22 vehicles towed in downtown Ottawa vehicle control zone

Ottawa Bylaw says another 22 vehicles were towed out of downtown Ottawa on Saturday and more than 150 parking tickets were issued as the city’s vehicle control zone remains in effect.
Boat sinks after catching fire southwest of Ottawa

Emergency crews responded to reports a 30-foot vessel was on fire in the Rideau Ferry area on Saturday.

Kitchener

Gun call prompts police response at Kitchener encampment

Police were called to a Kitchener encampment on Saturday after they received a report of a disturbance involving a gun.
Fireworks set off in Kitchener park spark several fires

Police are looking for the person who set off fireworks in a Kitchener park Saturday which sparked several fires in the dry grass.
'Suddenly just explosions': Man arrested for setting off fireworks on Waterloo road

A man is facing charges after he set off fireworks early Saturday morning in Waterloo. "He was holding the fireworks in his hand and then projecting them at businesses and pedestrians," said police.

London

Overnight house fire claims the life of two pets

The London Fire Department tackled a blaze at a home in south London early Sunday morning, which claimed the life of two pets and racked up approximately $250,000 in damages.
'Boom, boom, boom': London police and fire investigating suspicious car fire in parking garage

Heavy smoke and loud explosions woke up a number of residents in a high-rise apartment Saturday morning on Capulet Lane in London, Ont. when a fire broke out in the parking garage next to their building.
Some emergency rooms across Canada shutting down amid staff shortages

Hospitals overwhelmed by the pandemic’s onslaught are still facing a number of challenges, causing unprecedented wait times in emergency rooms across the country.

Windsor

Fire on Erie Street West caused by careless disposal of materials

Fire crews tackled a building fire on Erie Street West near Elm Street around 4:30 Saturday afternoon.
Canada Day long weekend to end on a hot and sunny note in Windsor

Tomorrow might be the start of the work week, but Windsor will be treated to plenty of hot and sunny weather to wrap up the long weekend.
Vehicle collision in Leamington, Ont. claims life of motorcyclist

One person is deceased and another was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries following a collision between a pickup truck and a motorcycle in Leamington on Canada Day.

Montreal

Experts warn new Quebec tenants to check for bed bugs and other infestations

At this time of year, when many Quebecers move into a new home, there may be an increase in infestations of invaders such as bed bugs. Anyone can be affected by these unwanted pests and it is important to report cases.
Montreal conservation group angered after Monarch fields mowed

A Montreal conservation group is baffled and frustrated after a field of shrubs, flowers, and, importantly, milkweed was mowed.
'Incompetence is incalculable': Airport frustrations sour Canadians' summer travel plans

CTVNews.ca asked Canadians to share their travel horror stories as cancelled flights, delays and lost luggage throw a wrench in Canadians' summer travel plans, due in part to staffing shortages at Canadian airports. Some report sleeping at airports and others say it took days to get to or from a destination.

Atlantic

'Incompetent': New Brunswick cabinet minister blasts Air Canada for cancellation

New Brunswick's education minister is lashing out at Air Canada, saying the airline is incompetent because it decided on the weekend to cancel a Monday flight that would have taken him and four officials to a meeting in Regina.
N.S. man charged after allegedly ramming RCMP vehicle, fleeing the scene: police

A 32-year-old man has been arrested after he allegedly drove into an RCMP vehicle before fleeing from police.
N.B. woman facing impaired driving charge after SUV collides with RCMP vehicle

A 50-year-old New Brunswick woman is facing an impaired driving charge following a head-on collision with a fully marked RCMP vehicle in the village of Tracadie.

Winnipeg

Shamattawa man recovering after officer-involved shooting

A man from Shamattawa First Nation is being treated for serious injuries after an RCMP officer-involved shooting Saturday afternoon.
Some emergency rooms across Canada shutting down amid staff shortages

Hospitals overwhelmed by the pandemic’s onslaught are still facing a number of challenges, causing unprecedented wait times in emergency rooms across the country.
'I'm really angry': Staff shortages temporarily closing some rural Manitoba emergency rooms

Longstanding staff shortages in rural emergency rooms are continuing to create problems, with some being forced to close or cut their hours.

Calgary

Calgary's new 'Museum of Failure' aims to spark creativity

It's been said no one's success is complete without failure, but a new international exhibit in Calgary is proving that even some of the most talented innovators had some of the worst ideas for consumers.
Portrait of Siksika Chief Ouray Crowfoot unveiled at artist's studio

A portrait of Siksika Nation Chief Ouray Crowfoot was unveiled Saturday night in Calgary.
'Incompetence is incalculable': Airport frustrations sour Canadians' summer travel plans

CTVNews.ca asked Canadians to share their travel horror stories as cancelled flights, delays and lost luggage throw a wrench in Canadians' summer travel plans, due in part to staffing shortages at Canadian airports. Some report sleeping at airports and others say it took days to get to or from a destination.

Edmonton

'Incompetence is incalculable': Airport frustrations sour Canadians' summer travel plans

CTVNews.ca asked Canadians to share their travel horror stories as cancelled flights, delays and lost luggage throw a wrench in Canadians' summer travel plans, due in part to staffing shortages at Canadian airports. Some report sleeping at airports and others say it took days to get to or from a destination.
Albertans could receive inflation support, Kenney reveals on his radio show

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has indicated his United Conservative government will reveal details next week about additional support to help people deal with high inflation.
Missing Edmonton teen found safe in Oregon, U.S. man facing charges

A 13-year-old girl from Edmonton who had been missing for more than a week was safely located in Oregon, where a man, 41, is in police custody and facing charges.

Vancouver

Coquitlam RCMP seek Indigenous woman missing for 2 weeks

Mounties in Coquitlam are asking the public for help locating a 35-year-old Indigenous woman wanted on a warrant under the provincial Mental Health Act.
Andres Cubas scores first MLS goal as Vancouver Whitecaps slay LAFC 1-0

The Caps came in below the playoff line in Major League Soccer's Western Conference, and seemed to be in tough as they hosted league-leaders Los Angeles FC, a team that has dominated nearly every club in its path this season.
Scene of Saanich, B.C., shooting cleared, businesses reopened, police say

The remaining businesses on Shelbourne Street in Saanich, B.C., that had been closed after last week's shooting at a Bank of Montreal branch have now reopened, police say.