Hinshaw addresses new variant of concern as Alberta adds 356 new COVID-19 cases
Canada will be banning the entry of all foreign nationals who have travelled through southern Africa in the last 14 days as concerns over a new coronavirus variant grow.
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Quebec COVID-19 cases soar with 1,171 new infections on Saturday, most since April
Quebec reported Saturday that 1,171 more people have tested positive for COVID-19, with 726 of those not fully vaccinated. It is the highest daily increase in cases since April 30 when the Quebec Institute of Public Health reported the same number of new cases.
South African scientists brace for wave propelled by omicron
Worried scientists in South Africa are scrambling to combat the lightning spread across the country of the new and highly transmissible omicron COVID-19 variant as the world grapples with its emergence.
Israel to ban entry of foreigners from all countries over Omicron
Israel on Saturday said it would ban the entry of all foreigners into the country, making it the first country to shut its borders completely in response to the potentially more contagious Omicron coronavirus variant, and said it would also reintroduce counter-terrorism phone-tracking technology in order to contain the spread of the variant.
Dutch: Some of the 61 COVID-19 cases from South Africa flights are new variant
Dutch health authorities said on Saturday they had detected 61 COVID-19 cases among people who flew from South Africa on Friday and believe at least some infections are of the new Omicron variant.
Ontario logs 854 more cases of COVID-19, two additional deaths
Health officials in Ontario are reporting 854 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday as well as two additional deaths linked to the disease.
More than 10,000 N.B. children registered for pediatric COVID-19 vaccine
More than 10,000 appointments have been booked for children in New Brunswick aged five to 11 to receive their first dose of the pediatric COVID-19 vaccine.
Sask. reports 73 new COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths
The Government of Saskatchewan reported 73 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, along with five new deaths.
Canada bans travellers from southern Africa as concerns mount over coronavirus variant
Canada will be banning the entry of all foreign nationals who have travelled through southern Africa in the last 14 days as concerns over a new coronavirus variant grow.
What is this new coronavirus variant in South Africa?
South African scientists have identified a new version of the coronavirus this week that they say is behind a recent spike in COVID-19 infections in Gauteng, the country’s most populous province. It’s unclear where the new variant actually arose, but it was first detected by scientists in South Africa and has also been seen in travellers to Hong Kong and Botswana.
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Hinshaw addresses new variant of concern as Alberta adds 356 new COVID-19 cases
Canada will be banning the entry of all foreign nationals who have travelled through southern Africa in the last 14 days as concerns over a new coronavirus variant grow.
U of A chemicals destroyed by EPS in controlled detonations at Hawrelak Park
Edmontonians living near Hawrelak Park might have heard a few explosions Saturday morning as the University of Alberta and emergency services conducted a "controlled and safe chemical disposal."
Man struck by LRT on Wednesday dies in hospital
A man who was seriously injured in a crash with an LRT this week died on Friday, the Edmonton Police Service says.
'Heartwarming to see the generosity': Edmontonians stuff buses for the food bank
Since 1995, Edmontonians have filled buses with non-perishable food donations to support the food bank at its busiest time of year.
Drugs sold in pizza boxes at central Edmonton restaurant leads to $60K seizure, charges: police
Two men are facing charges after fentanyl and meth were sold in pizza boxes out of a central Edmonton restaurant, police said on Friday.
Alberta Ombudsman will not get involved in ambulance dispatch dispute
A joint complaint about changes to Alberta's ambulance dispatch system will not be investigated by the province's Ombudsman.
The push to create Edmonton's first car-free avenue, making it a 'place for people'
A local advocacy group wants the city to turn a chunk of 102 Avenue downtown into a pedestrian-only area, and at least one city councillor is supportive of the idea.
No one injured in small fire at south Edmonton hotel: EFRS
Firefighters were called out to a small fire at a hotel in south Edmonton Saturday morning.
Canada Post ramping up for holiday season amid COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain issues
Getting shopping done early and having back-up gift ideas are key to navigating the ongoing supply chain issues this holiday season, David Soberman, a professor at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, says.
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Environment Canada issuing first ever 'red alert' for B.C.
B.C. officials hope repairs are enough for the forecasted rain on the way. CTV’s Heather Wright reports.
U.K. officials provide an update about new COVID-19 variant
The federal government is announcing new measures to prevent the spread of a new variant emerging out of South Africa.
Ont. couple bombarded by 'robocalls' after clearing border
Canada Post adding more staff and vehicles ahead of holidays
Heated exchange in QP over COVID-19 measures and the border
Poll shows Canadians are concerned about jobs, environment
Driver charged after Alta. father, daughter killed in crash
Khashoggi's fiance wants Bieber to cancel Saudi Arabia show
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Smudge the Blades counters racism in hockey
An Indigenous-owned company fights racism in hockey with by incorporating First Nations culture into its apparel. CTV’s Creeson Agecoutay reports.
Ottawa Tourism offers trips to 'Jeopardy!' contestants
Two contestants on 'Jeopardy!' didn't know where the Rideau Canal was located. CTV's Dave Charbonneau with reaction from Ottawa residents.
'When Harry Met Santa': Norway Christmas ad marks milestone
A Christmas ad in Norway showing Santa Claus with a boyfriend is celebrating the 50-year milestone of homosexuality being decriminalized.
Watch this condor take flight after its recovery in Peru
Members of Peru's National Forestry and Wildlife Service looked on as an endangered condor that was treated for poisoning took flight.
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Why you should never deep-fry a frozen turkey
The City of Gulfport, Miss., shared a video in which a firefighter demonstrates the dangers of deep-frying a frozen turkey.
Margaret Atwood says being on stamp an 'unexpected honour'
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Should Canada revisit its booster strategy in the face of a new variant?
As the world reacts to the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant first detected in southern Africa, questions are being asked about what this means for the vaccine's effectiveness — and whether access to boosters should be expanded.
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DEVELOPING | Abbotsford mayor 'extremely concerned' about potential for flooding from U.S. this weekend
Abbotsford Mayor Henry Braun says his city remains "extremely concerned" about the possibility of floodwaters from the United States arriving this weekend.
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DEVELOPING | Parts of Highways 1 and 3 now closed in B.C., Highway 99 closing at 4 p.m. due to storm
B.C.'s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure says planned closures of highways between the Lower Mainland and the Interior due to the ongoing storm will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Canada Post ramping up for holiday season amid COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain issues
Getting shopping done early and having back-up gift ideas are key to navigating the ongoing supply chain issues this holiday season, David Soberman, a professor at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, says.
COVID-19 variant spreads to more countries as world on alert
The new potentially more contagious omicron variant of the coronavirus popped up in more European countries on Saturday, just days after being identified in South Africa, leaving governments around the world scrambling to stop the spread.
Rainfall warnings issued for Lower Mainland as B.C. communities brace for floods
Parts of the Lower Mainland could be drenched with up to 120 millimetres of rainfall by Sunday afternoon, according to new weather warnings from Environment and Climate Change Canada.
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W5 INVESTIGATES | Is a drug overdose murder?
W5’s upcoming documentary ‘Death Penalty,’ airing on Saturday at 7 p.m. on CTV, compiles the first-ever research on a growing trend to treat overdose deaths as potential homicides.
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NEW | Counting murders by overdose deaths in Canada
Homicide charges following investigations into overdose deaths in Canada can be described as falling into two categories: pre- and post- fentanyl. W5 found that starting in 2016, there was a significant uptick: 135 manslaughter and criminal negligence causing death charges being laid by police and prosecutors across Canada.
Newfoundland town mobilizes to feed truckers stranded after massive storm
A small Newfoundland community came together today to bring sandwiches and coffee to truckers stranded after a storm washed out parts of the island's main highway this week.
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DEVELOPING | Abbotsford mayor 'extremely concerned' about potential for flooding from U.S. this weekend
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DEVELOPING | Parts of Highways 1 and 3 now closed in B.C., Highway 99 closing at 4 p.m. due to storm
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Calgary
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$40M lawsuit claims Calgary school board breached 'duty of care' of students of former teacher
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the Calgary Board of Education in connection with the alleged sexual misconduct of a teacher who died this past February.
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Crossfield, Alta. man killed in QEII crash
Leduc RCMP say a 21-year-old man from Crossfield died in a single vehicle crash on Friday afternoon.
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Calgarians encouraged to shop local as Christmas shopping season kicks off
As big box stores offered Black Friday deals this week, a special initiative called 'Small Business Saturday' is encouraging Calgarians to think of business owners who have struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Saskatoon
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Men identified after being found dead in vehicle near north Sask. highway
RCMP have identified two men found dead inside a vehicle near a highway north of Prince Albert Thursday.
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U of S, Metis Nation Saskatchewan sign agreement to verify Metis citizenship
The Métis Nation – Saskatchewan (MN-S) and the University of Saskatchewan have signed an agreement to ensure the proper criteria is met for Métis citizenship and identity when people apply for Métis based opportunities at the U of S.
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Saskatoon doctor writes book on fictional world dealing with COVID-19 in the future
A Saskatoon family physician used his downtime during the pandemic to write a futuristic novel that surrounds a world still struggling with COVID-19 50 years from now.
Regina
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Agribition addresses southern Africa travel concerns about new COVID-19 variant
Representatives from Agribition said there are no international guests participating in the show that travelled from areas in southern Africa where a new coronavirus variant has been identified.
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Sask. reports 73 new COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths
The Government of Saskatchewan reported 73 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, along with five new deaths.
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'This will always be a fight': Women push for changes to Saskatchewan labour law
After years of dealing with sexual harassment at work, Ariana Donovan created an online whisper network for others with similar experiences.
Atlantic
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Helicopter delivers supplies to residents stranded in rural Cape Breton
Supplies were loaded onto a helicopter Saturday, bound for people stranded in rural areas of Cape Breton after a record-setting storm battered the region earlier this week.
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More than 10,000 N.B. children registered for pediatric COVID-19 vaccine
More than 10,000 appointments have been booked for children in New Brunswick aged five to 11 to receive their first dose of the pediatric COVID-19 vaccine.
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Newfoundland town mobilizes to feed truckers stranded after massive storm
A small Newfoundland community came together today to bring sandwiches and coffee to truckers stranded after a storm washed out parts of the island's main highway this week.
Toronto
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Ontario logs 854 more cases of COVID-19, two additional deaths
Health officials in Ontario are reporting 854 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday as well as two additional deaths linked to the disease.
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Toronto, parts of southern Ontario under winter weather travel advisory
A winter weather travel advisory has been issued for Toronto and parts of southern Ontario, warning motorists of poor driving conditions Sunday due to accumulating snowfall.
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Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights to illuminate Nathan Phillips Square Saturday evening
The City of Toronto will kick off the start of the holiday season Saturday evening as its Cavalcade of Lights display gets underway at Nathan Phillips Square.
Montreal
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Quebec COVID-19 cases soar with 1,171 new infections on Saturday, most since April
Quebec reported Saturday that 1,171 more people have tested positive for COVID-19, with 726 of those not fully vaccinated. It is the highest daily increase in cases since April 30 when the Quebec Institute of Public Health reported the same number of new cases.
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Unvaccinated people are more likely to catch COVID-19, but by how much? The answer has changed in recent months.
Unvaccinated people are statistically more likely to catch COVID-19, according to Sante Quebec. But by how much? The answer has changed in recent months, as efficacy wanes and variants emerge, among other factors.
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Kahnawake back on Red Alert as COVID-19 cases spread among children under 5
Kahnawake is on Red Alert after active coronavirus cases spiked in recent days, mostly among children aged four to five – a demographic which, in large part, remains unvaccinated.
Kitchener
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Several arrests made in connection to reported shooting in Kitchener
Police have made several arrests in connection to an investigation into a reported shooting in the area of Linden Avenue in Kitchener on Saturday.
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Analyst predicts 11 cent drop at gas pumps in Waterloo Region
A gas analyst is predicting an 11 cent per litre drop in gas prices on Sunday for Waterloo Region.
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Ontario logs 854 more cases of COVID-19, two additional deaths
Health officials in Ontario are reporting 854 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday as well as two additional deaths linked to the disease.
