Fatal pedestrian collision closes part of Highway 2 near Leduc: RCMP
RCMP have closed Highway 2 northbound near Leduc following a fatal collision involving a pedestrian.
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Red Deer school board trustee won't apologize for posting 'brainwashing' meme: Lawyer
The lawyer for a Red Deer School Board member says she won't be saying sorry after posting a meme comparing teaching children about the LGBTQ2S+ community to brainwashing in Nazi Germany.
Imperial, Alberta regulator knew for years about tailings seepage at mine: documents
Documents filed by Imperial Oil Ltd. show the company and Alberta's energy regulator knew the Kearl oilsands mine was seeping tailings into groundwater years before a pool of contaminated fluid was reported on the surface, alarming area First Nations and triggering three investigations.
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Before and after: Damage in wake of Canada's wildfires seen from space
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Couple and dog killed by bear at Banff National Park
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Where can I get a COVID-19 rapid test? CTV News looks at the rules in each province and territory
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McDonald's, Wendy's defeat lawsuit over size of burgers
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Cars and property spray painted in early morning vandalism spree in south Edmonton
More than a dozen vehicles were damaged in an overnight vandalism spree in south Edmonton.
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Alberta's first Filipino park opens in Edmonton Sunday
The province's first Filipino concept park opened Sunday in south Edmonton.
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Highway 44 closed after fatal crash near Hondo Sunday
Highway 44 near Highway 2 was closed after a fatal crash near Hondo on Sunday.
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Brandon Sutter announces retirement from NHL after Oilers release veteran from PTO
Brandon Sutter has retired from the National Hockey League.
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What you need to know about the election of a new Speaker
On Tuesday, MPs will be electing a new Speaker of the House of Commons, in the wake of Anthony Rota's resignation. It will be a day for the Canadian political history books, as well as a day full of pomp and procedure. Here's what you need to know about the role, the contenders, and the process.
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Half of millennials and Gen Z living paycheque-to-paycheque in Canada while stressing about climate crisis: survey
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Head of Canadian Ukrainian group defends man who fought for unit created by Nazis
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Here's how Edmontonians marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
From a new garden on the Alberta Legislature Grounds, to cultural performances and history lessons – people in the Edmonton area marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with different events over the weekend.
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'People really need the help': 24-hour small scale food bank opens in Edmonton
Free non-perishable food items and books are now available 24 hours a day in northwest Edmonton – for anyone who needs them.
Alberta's first Filipino park opens in Edmonton Sunday
The province's first Filipino concept park opened Sunday in south Edmonton.
After 40 years, Edmonton's Queen Elizabeth Planetarium reopens
A ceremony was held on Friday to mark the reopening of Edmonton's Queen Elizabeth Planetarium after years of restoration work.
Local $50M-lottery winner to travel Europe, buy Porsche
An Edmonton man won $50 million in a lottery draw earlier this month.
$35M Fort Road housing project 'an opportunity' for Treaty 8 youth, Chief says
Ground was broken Wednesday on a transitional housing project on Fort Road in Edmonton, a place the leader of the Dene Tha' First Nation hopes will soon become a launchpad for big accomplishments by Treaty 8 youth.
Champion bonus increased to $100,000 for upcoming PBR Canada National Finals in Edmonton
The grand prize being offered for a November bull-riding finals event in Edmonton is getting a boost.
Bruce Springsteen postpones upcoming concerts, including Edmonton show
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have postponed the remainder of their 2023 tour dates, including a stop in Edmonton on Nov. 6.
Watch: Hawrelak Park rehabilitation progress
On Sept. 27, the CTV News Edmonton drone flew over Hawrelak Park to see the progress on the park rehabilitation.
New river valley pedestrian bridge opens in south Edmonton
A new pedestrian bridge to replace a 100-year-old structure opened in southwest Edmonton on Tuesday.
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Couple and dog killed by bear at Banff National Park
Two people are dead after a bear attack in Alberta's Banff National Park.
University of Alberta closes endowment fund named after Nazi veteran recognized in the House of Commons
The University of Alberta is apologizing for having an endowment fund provided by Yaroslav Hunka, the Nazi veteran recognized in Parliament last week.
Dog is foster mother to litter of kittens northwest of Edmonton
A dog on a ranch near Barrhead, Alta., is feline fine about mothering abandoned kittens.
'Hate-motivated': 2 sought by Edmonton police after Pride flag torn down during protest
Edmonton police released suspect photos Wednesday as officers investigate a hate-motivated mischief case that happened during the local "1MillionMarch4Children" protest last week.
Missing boy, 5, found alive east of Edmonton
A five-year-old boy who disappeared from Frog Lake First Nation was found Tuesday evening, more than 24 hours after he disappeared.
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Brandon Sutter announces retirement from NHL after Oilers release veteran from PTO
Brandon Sutter has retired from the National Hockey League.
Steve Staios leaving Oilers' front office for position with Senators
After almost one year, Edmonton Oilers former defenceman-turned-special advisor Steve Staios is leaving the club for a second time.
Oilers coach says team buying into checking mindset early at NHL training camp is paying dividends
As dynamic an offensive team as the Edmonton Oilers have been over the past few seasons, work without the puck has been a major focus for the club that has aspirations of making a deeper NHL playoff run.
Elks quarterback Tre Ford has brought hope back to beleaguered Edmonton fans
He's moved his team into playoff contention — barely — but Tre Ford has provided the Edmonton Elks and their beleaguered fans with something much more tangible: Hope for the future.
McDavid scores OT winner, Oilers edge Canucks 2-1 in pre-season game
Connor McDavid was having a quiet game by his standards Wednesday night, but the Edmonton Oilers captain was a factor when it mattered the most.
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Homeowners brace for mortgage payment shock amid higher-for-longer rate outlook
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Before and after: Damage in wake of Canada's wildfires seen from space
Images captured by satellite show that the damage left in the wake of some of Canada's worst wildfires.
McDonald's, Wendy's defeat lawsuit over size of burgers
McDonald's and Wendy's have defeated a lawsuit accusing them of deceiving hungry diners by exaggerating the size of their burgers.
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DEVELOPING New York fraud trial accusing Trump of lying about his wealth opens as he denounces it as a 'scam'
The fraud lawsuit that could cost former U.S. president Donald Trump control of some of his most prized properties went to trial Monday, with New York state lawyers vowing to hold him accountable while he denounced the case as a politically motivated 'scam.'
Precedent-setting espionage trial of former RCMP intelligence director general begins Tuesday
The trial of Cameron Ortis, a former senior RCMP intelligence official accused of passing on top-secret national security data, is set to begin on Tuesday.
10 people are dead after Mexico church roof collapses. No more survivors believed buried in rubble
The collapse of a church roof during a mass in northern Mexico has killed at least 10 people and injured 60, and searchers said Monday that no further people were believed to be trapped in the wreckage.
Couple and dog killed by bear at Banff National Park
Two people are dead after a bear attack in Alberta's Banff National Park.
Where can I get a COVID-19 rapid test? CTV News looks at the rules in each province and territory
As Canadians prepare for another respiratory virus season this fall and winter, some may be curious to know if what they have is a cold, flu or possibly COVID-19. With rapid antigen tests being one popular option, CTV News looks at how many are still in stock in Canada and where you can get one.
What you need to know about the election of a new Speaker
On Tuesday, MPs will be electing a new Speaker of the House of Commons, in the wake of Anthony Rota's resignation. It will be a day for the Canadian political history books, as well as a day full of pomp and procedure. Here's what you need to know about the role, the contenders, and the process.
Calgary
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Couple and dog killed by bear at Banff National Park
Two people are dead after a bear attack in Alberta's Banff National Park.
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Imperial, Alberta regulator knew for years about tailings seepage at mine: documents
Documents filed by Imperial Oil Ltd. show the company and Alberta's energy regulator knew the Kearl oilsands mine was seeping tailings into groundwater years before a pool of contaminated fluid was reported on the surface, alarming area First Nations and triggering three investigations.
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Homeowners brace for mortgage payment shock amid higher-for-longer rate outlook
From ultra-low interest rates that led to a huge spike in real estate demand to the speed with which interest rates shot up to levels not seen in a generation, it's been hard to keep up with the shifting landscape for mortgage holders.
Saskatoon
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'A giant in life': Saskatchewan Roughriders icon George Reed passes away, aged 83
George Reed, one of the most prolific running backs in Canadian Football League (CFL) history and a legend of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, has passed away. He was 83.
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'You could hear a pin drop': Contract vote derailed in Prince Albert after surprise disclosure from city
Inside workers in Prince Albert have delayed a vote on a tentative contract after the city disclosed surprise plans for “sweeping” structural changes to its workforce.
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Suspects in Saskatoon emergency scam identified themselves as law enforcement, police say
Saskatoon police are warning the public about alleged fraudsters identifying themselves as police officers as part of a grandparent, or emergency scam.
Regina
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'A giant in life': Saskatchewan Roughriders icon George Reed passes away, aged 83
George Reed, one of the most prolific running backs in Canadian Football League (CFL) history and a legend of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, has passed away. He was 83.
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Regina police charge 18-year-old in connection to 2021 pedestrian death
An 18-year-old is facing several charges in connection to the death of a Regina man in 2021.
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Not so alone: Silent Hearts Walk seeks to support families who’ve lost children
The 10th annual Silent Hearts Walk Perinatal Loss Awareness Walk, brought out families and their supports for a walk through Wascana Park.
Atlantic
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Halifax police say arrests made following 'unsanctioned student gathering'
Police say they've made arrests and issued summary offence tickets after an "unsanctioned student gathering" in Halifax.
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Minimum wage rises in six provinces, but is it enough?
Amid a cost-of-living crisis driving up food bank visits and economic anxiety, the minimum wage increased in six provinces today – but both advocates and critics fear it may not be enough to tackle the overarching problem.
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Nova Scotia celebrates Treaty Day with a day of cultural and traditional events
A spirit of community was on full display with cultural and traditional events across Nova Scotia focused on reflection, heritage, and togetherness.
Toronto
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Toronto man arrested in connection with deadly shooting near Kensington Market in August; victim identified
Police have arrested a man in connection with a deadly shooting near Toronto's Kensington Market in August.
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Raptors president Masai Ujiri on Knicks lawsuit: 'Go figure'
Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri is dismissive of a lawsuit brought against his team by the rival New York Knicks.
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Man stabbed in Mississauga, rushed to hospital; suspect in custody
A man has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in Mississauga on Monday afternoon, Peel police say.
Montreal
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Woman, 79, killed at Quebec seniors residence; suspect, 81, under watch in hospital
A 79-year-old woman was killed on Saturday in a seniors' residence in Terrebonne, in the Lanaudière region north of Montreal. An 81-year-old man is considered a suspect in the case, but he is still unconscious in hospital.
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Quebec provincial police continue search for five-year-old who fell in river
The search continues on Monday for a 5-year-old child who fell into the Saint-Maurice River in the Mauricie region on Sunday evening while playing along the river with his brother.
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Museum attendance in Quebec up in 2022, but not to pre-pandemic levels
More Quebecers visited Quebec museums in 2022, but as in many cultural sectors, the figures still haven't reached pre-pandemic levels.
Kitchener
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Four teens arrested in connection to Pride flag taken from school and burned: Police
Waterloo regional police have arrested four teenagers after they say a Pride flag was taken from a Kitchener high school, trampled on, and burned.
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Most read stories of the week: Hit and run trial, encampment cleared, changes for CTV Kitchener
Sentencing in a hit and run trial, a Cambridge encampment being cleared, and some big changes for CTV Kitchener round out the most-read stories of the week.
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Police investigating reports of shots fired in Cambridge
Shots reportedly fired in a Cambridge neighbourhood now have police investigating.
