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Bank of Canada's rapid rate hikes likely to cause a recession, study finds

The Bank of Canada's strategy of rapidly increasing its key interest rate in an effort to tackle skyrocketing inflation will likely trigger a recession, a new study from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) says.

People pass the Bank of Canada building on Wellington Street in Ottawa, on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

FBI searches scene of shooting that targeted July 4 parade

FBI agents peeked into trash cans and under picnic blankets Tuesday as they searched for more evidence at the site where a gunman fired on an Independence Day parade from a suburban Chicago rooftop in an attack that killed at least six people.

Grab a seat: Facing passport office lineups, Canada looks to buy hundreds of chairs

As passport processing delays and long lineups persist at Service Canada offices, the federal government is looking to buy 801 chairs for people standing in line by the end of this week.

WATCH LIVE

WATCH LIVE | Assembly of First Nations meets as suspended chief RoseAnne Archibald fights for financial audit

The annual gathering of the Assembly of First Nations is being held this week in Vancouver under a cloud of criticism from its national chief, who has been suspended and denied entry to the meeting.

Travelling soon? Here's how to have a stress-free airport experience

As Canadian airports continue to experience long lines, cancelled flights and even lost luggage, travel expert Natalie Preddie says there still are ways to ensure a less stressful airport experience.

Saving for retirement is becoming out of reach for young Canadians

Even though it may seem years away, saving for retirement is a top priority among 26 per cent of Canadians aged 18 to 34, a recent survey from the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan found. However, 79 per cent of respondents in that age group say saving for retirement is prohibitively expensive.

Barrie police arrest man wanted on Canada-wide warrant

Police in Barrie arrested a man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant as he made his way into the city Monday night.
Image released of vehicle believed to be involved in Innisfil hit and run

Police in Innisfil released an image of a vehicle allegedly involved in a hit and run that sent a motorcyclist to the hospital.
Family appeals for witnesses on anniversary of son's death

The OPP released a video in the hope of solving the shooting death of Jonus Palmer that occurred near Midland one year ago.

Toronto

These Ontario cities and towns are now paying people to visit

A few Ontario cities and towns are now offering to pay tourists to encourage them to stay overnight this summer.
Driver of $460,000 Lamborghini busted going nearly triple speed limit

The driver of a Lamborghini, which is worth nearly half a million dollars, is facing a stunt driving charge after being caught going nearly triple the speed limit, police say.
People warned to stop stomping on canola crops to take selfies

Two 'serious instances' involving people endangering crops to take selfies at an Ontario canola farm have prompted police to warn the public about the potential consequences of trespassing into crop fields.

Ottawa

Elderly woman dies after being hit by garbage truck

An elderly woman has died after being hit by a garbage truck Monday morning.
Ottawa police under investigation after officer shot barricaded man with anti-riot weapon

Ontario’s police watchdog is investigating after an Ottawa police officer shot a man with an anti-riot weapon Monday.
City warning of rise in overdoses after five deaths in one week

The city of Ottawa and overdose prevention partners are warning residents of an increase in suspected overdose-related deaths after five people died in the last week.

Kitchener

New departures lounge opens at Region of Waterloo International Airport

Another piece of the Region of Waterloo International Airport’s new multi-million expansion is now complete.
'The interest just completely faded after the arrest': Cambridge teen’s dream of going to NHL derailed by bullying, harassment, alleges lawsuit

A Cambridge family has launched a $5.5-million civil lawsuit against Victus Academy, an elite hockey prep school in Kitchener, and three of its students.
Guelph police follow blood trail to suspect

Guelph police were able to locate a suspect after following a trail of blood down five floors and out of a building on Silvercreek Parkway North.

London

Victim of fatal crash near Exeter, Ont. identified

Huron County OPP have identified the victim of a fatal crash north west of Exeter, Ont. on Monday evening.
'Offensive terms and symbols' spray painted in Elgin County

OPP in Elgin County are hoping somebody may have some footage of vandals.
Vintage bell stolen, church graffitied over Canada Day weekend

A south London church is appealing to the public to help find a vintage bell, reportedly stolen over the long weekend.

Windsor

Missing 20-year-old woman sought by Windsor police

Windsor police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing 20-year-old woman.
Shooting and stabbing investigation leads to charges for Chatham man

A 43-year-old Chatham man is facing several charges after reports of a stabbing and shots fired in Chatham.
Average house prices drop in Windsor-Essex

The average house price and sales are declining in the region, according to the Windsor-Essex County Association of Realtors.

Montreal

Two young ER doctors quit Montreal jobs, blaming Quebec's broken health-care system and Bill 96

Two young emergency room doctors, raised and trained in Montreal, are leaving their jobs after only two years to move back to Toronto – and they say the Quebec health-care model and Bill 96 are to blame.
Quebec reports jump in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations as province adds 20 deaths

Quebec is reporting another jump in COVID-19 cases on Tuesday as the province records 20 more deaths and 147 additional hospitalizations in the last 24 hours.
COVID-19 outbreaks lead to temporary closure of at least 3 Quebec sleepaway camps

At least three sleepaway camps in Quebec have temporarily shut down because of COVID-19 outbreaks, according to the province's camps association (ACQ).

Atlantic

Woman, teen, one-year-old die in East Port Hebert, N.S., crash

A woman, a teenager and a one-year-old child have died following a crash in East Port Hebert, N.S., on Monday.
Staffing shortages still impacting ambulance wait times in Nova Scotia

A day after a Nova Scotia woman shared her story about driving her son to the hospital after waiting for an ambulance, her provincial politician is calling for better services and accountability.
Halifax closing Meagher Park, unhoused people to be moved

A park in west end Halifax that became the site of an encampment last fall is closing to the public and removing unhoused inhabitants in the process.

Winnipeg

Man missing since January 2021 believed to be a victim of foul play: Winnipeg police

It has been a year and a half since a 33-year-old man disappeared in Winnipeg. Police now believe he was a victim of foul play and say someone out there knows something.
'Serious' incident on Main Street sends one person to hospital: police

A section of Winnipeg’s Main Street is closed on Tuesday morning due to a “serious” incident that left one person in critical condition, according to police.
Longstanding Osborne Village buildings to be demolished on Tuesday

A pair of longstanding buildings in Winnipeg’s Osborne Village are set to be demolished beginning on Tuesday.

Calgary

BREAKING
BREAKING | Sundre man found dead at local McDonald's, suspect charged with first-degree-murder

A 27-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a death at the McDonald's in Sundre, Alta. early Monday morning.
Calgary city council to debate $87B climate strategy

Calgary councillors are scheduled to debate and vote on a 99-page climate strategy.
WEATHER
WEATHER | Calgary warms up, still a risk of storms

Afternoon storm risk in Calgary Tuesday and Wednesday.

Edmonton

Josh Classen's forecast: Morning rain, afternoon hit-and-miss showers

Periods of steadier, light rain are making their way across the Edmonton region and much of central and north-central Alberta this morning.
Flight spends 2 hours circling Edmonton after landing gear damaged

An Edmonton flight bound for Halifax never made it to its destination after a landing gear sustained damage during takeoff Monday afternoon.
2 hospitalized after drive-by shooting in northeast Edmonton

Two people are in hospital with gunshot wounds after a drive-by shooting in northeast Edmonton Monday evening.

Vancouver

DEVELOPING
DEVELOPING | Abbotsford city hall closed due to fire; cause under investigation

Wondering what's up at Abbotsford City Hall? The building has been closed due to fire, officials say. Here's what we know so far.
BREAKING
BREAKING | 16-year-old stabbed at Surrey, B.C., high school; 2 teenagers arrested

Two teenagers were arrested after the stabbing of a third teen at a Surrey, B.C., high school, Mounties say.
B.C. nurse put patients in dining room overnight with windows open, lights on, no blankets: college

A nurse in B.C.'s Interior has been suspended for a week, prohibited from working alone and ordered to undergo "remedial ethics education" due to their treatment of patients while working the night shift.