Southern Ont. suspect charged with stunt driving in Sudbury

A 24-year-old suspect from Brampton is facing stunt driving charges following an incident in the early morning hours of June 25 in Sudbury. (Supplied)

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RCMP has been using spyware tools for years and in more cases than previously reported, MPs told

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and senior RCMP officers are defending the national police force's years-long and previously undisclosed use of spyware—capable of remotely accessing cell phone and computer microphones, cameras and other data—as part of dozens of major investigations.

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino attends the Senate Committee on National Security and Defence in Ottawa on Monday, May 30, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Patrick Doyle

Trump says FBI is searching his Mar-a-Lago estate; circumstances unclear

Former U.S. President Donald Trump says in a lengthy statement that the FBI is conducting a search of his Mar-a-Lago estate.

Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.

Saskatoon woman who had been reported missing faces charges in U.S., Canada

Saskatoon police say a woman who had been reported missing is facing charges in the United States related to unauthorized use of identification and in Canada related to parental abduction and public mischief.

$1.4B in uncashed cheques sitting in CRA's coffers -- how to check if you're owed money

The Canada Revenue Agency says it will be sending e-notifications about uncashed cheques to 25,000 Canadians this month.

Liberals planning temporary solution to dental care promise: CP sources

Sources close to the government's proposed $5.3 billion dental care program say the Liberals are planning a temporary solution that involves giving money directly to patients in order to keep their promise to the NDP while they work on a more permanent answer.

Ticket holders wait for answers as company behind Ever After Music Festival in active bankruptcy

Some ticket holders say they have already cut their losses after the Ever After Music Festival was cancelled less than a week before it was slated to start.
County Road 91 closed in Clearview for collision involving tractor-trailer and passenger vehicle

Police in Clearview Township are currently on scene at a major collision involving a tractor-trailer and passenger vehicle.
Suspect arrested twice on the same day for harassing Orangeville business

An Orangeville man is facing drug possession and assault charges after police say they caught a suspect harassing a business twice in the same day.

Toronto

Ontario hospitals plan to uphold COVID-19 vaccine policies amid 'crisis' staffing shortages

Ontario hospitals are upholding their mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies for employees as staff shortages mount to a 'crisis' with more emergency departments temporarily closing over the weekend.
Residents north of Toronto furious after city allows 'monster' home to be built

A home under construction in Richmond Hill -- which is nearly twice as tall as the others on the street -- has heightened concerns among residents.
State of Ontario's health-care system not unprecedented, health minister says

Ontario's health minister said Monday that six hospitals had to close departments -- including ERs -- over the weekend, but argued that the situation wasn't unprecedented.

Ottawa

Lack of compensation for cancelled flights adding to travellers' frustration

The travel chaos at airports is more than just flight delays and cancellations. Now passengers are getting rejected by Air Canada for compensation.
Full Ottawa LRT line to be closed early 10 days this month for track maintenance

Ottawa's Confederation Line LRT will be closing early on a total of 10 days this month as crews perform maintenance on the tracks, with reduced service planned on parts of the line for two other nights.
Bus trip cancellations expected to continue this week, OC Transpo warns

OC Transpo is advising customers to prepare for more bus trip cancellations today and this week, as the transit service deals with a staffing shortage caused by summer vacations and sick leave absences.

Kitchener

Some new student housing in Waterloo might not be ready in time for start of school year

Student housing is hard to come by in Waterloo and new spots are constantly being built to address the need, but it appears some new housing might not be ready in time for the start of the school year.
Brantford police looking for two suspects who escaped from police during chase

Brantford Police have issued an arrest warrant for a man and are asking the public for help identifying a second man following a police chase which resulted in multiple collisions and the two suspects evading arrest.
One-day emergency department closure coming to Clinton Public Hospital

Clinton Public Hospital will see another brief temporary closure of the emergency department due to staffing constraints.

London

London business owner in a coma, intensive care after falling off bicycle

Ali Azizi, owner of Smiley's Pizzeria, is in a coma after falling off his bike this past weekend in the city’s north end.
Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.
'PTSD and mental anguish': Civil suit launched after fiery crash death of St. Thomas, Ont. woman

Every night between four and five in the morning, Bob Reid wakes up crying. The musician is still traumatized after witnessing a fatal crash in October 2020 on Highbury Avenue, between St. Thomas and London, Ont., which claimed the life of Cindy Devine.

Windsor

Windsor police seek four suspects after assault on Glengary Avenue

Windsor police are looking for four suspects after an assault on Glengarry Avenue.
Masks still recommended indoors in Windsor-Essex despite provincial direction

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is still recommending the use of face masks indoors when physical distancing can’t be maintained.
Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.

Montreal

Coroner orders public inquiry into Montreal shooting deaths

Quebec's chief coroner has ordered a public inquiry into the shooting deaths of three people, as well as that of the alleged gunman, following a killing spree last week in the Montreal area.
Pride parade cancellation could hurt Montreal's reputation, professor says

One day after Montreal Pride abruptly cancelled the parade just hours before it was set to begin, organizers didn't have much to say about how poorly they managed the festival's marquee event. And now there are concerns about how the embarrassing mistake could hurt the city's reputation.
Man found dead in bin during Montreal east-end recycling collection

Montreal police are investigating the suspicious death of a man whose body was found in a bin during recycling collection in the city's Hochelaga-Maisonneuve neighbourhood Monday morning.

Atlantic

N.B. family doctor waitlist now at 74,000

"Our health-care system is a system, meaning the problems in different areas impact others," said Dr. Katharine Smart in an interview last week.
Community cut off by Newfoundland forest fires running out of food, says deputy mayor

The deputy mayor of a southern Newfoundland town says his community is running out of food as it remains cut off from the rest of the island due to the worst forest fires the province has seen in more than 60 years.
Halifax cancels 75 bus trips, transit union says staff shortages will get worse

Halifax has cancelled 75 bus trips due to a lack of transit staff, and the union representing the drivers says staffing levels will likely get worse before they get better.

Winnipeg

Mother convicted of killing Phoenix Sinclair granted escorted outings from prison

A Manitoba woman who abused and killed her daughter in one of the province's most notorious crimes has been granted escorted temporary absences from prison.
Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.
WestJet starting direct flights from Winnipeg to warmer climates

Winnipeggers will soon be able to travel non-stop to a pair of hot tourist destinations.

Calgary

Calgary man charged with murdering roommate after dispute: police

Calgary police have laid charges in a brutal assault last month that resulted in a man's death, saying the victim and the accused were roommates.
Lost bear turns up in Airdrie back yard Monday

Residents of the Airdrie neighbourhood of Sagewood can go outside again after a lost bear was found Monday.
Police lay 33 charges against two people for alleged drugs and firearm offenses

A Calgary man and woman face 33 charges for alleged drug possession in addition to alleged firearm possession that police say was for the purpose of trafficking drugs.

Edmonton

2 no longer 'at large' after 'possible abduction' northeast of Edmonton: RCMP

Police say two people are no longer "at large" after a "possible abduction" from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation in northern Alberta Monday morning.
'Very concerning': Camrose casino wants to move to southeast Edmonton

Residents in southeast Edmonton are concerned after finding out that a casino could soon be relocating to their neighbourhood.
RCMP has been using spyware tools for years and in more cases than previously reported, MPs told

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and senior RCMP officers are defending the national police force's years-long and previously undisclosed use of spyware—capable of remotely accessing cell phone and computer microphones, cameras and other data—as part of dozens of major investigations.

Vancouver

Credit card, clothes found but U.S. man who travelled to B.C. for music festival still missing

Several belongings have been found, but there's still no sign of an American man who crossed the border to attend a music festival, officials said, announcing the suspension of search efforts.
Mystery irritant at B.C. playground causes kids' eyes, skin to burn

A mom in Chilliwack, B.C., says she was terrified after her children were exposed to an unknown irritant at a local playground that caused their skin and eyes to burn.
Average rent 'increased greatly' in Metro Vancouver this summer: report

Vancouver-area renters are being asked to pay significantly more in August than those looking for new accommodations in July, a report suggests.