COVID-19 in Alberta: 22 more deaths as hospitalization records continue to fall
Tuesday’s report of 1,377 COVID-19 patients in hospital was revised to a pandemic-high 1,443 on Wednesday.
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Omicron subvariant BA.2 reported in Canada: PHAC
The Public Health Agency of Canada says it has detected more than 50 cases of a new Omicron subvariant known as BA.2. The subvariant is widely considered 'stealthier' than the original version of Omicron because some of its genetic traits make it harder to detect.
'Small number' of Omicron subvariant cases detected in B.C., officials say
Health officials have confirmed a "very small number" of COVID-19 cases involving a new Omicron subvariant have been found in British Columbia.
COVID-19 infection rates peaking in some provinces, surging in others
As the Omicron-fuelled fifth wave of the pandemic appears to be peaking in some provinces, prompting plans to ease some COVID-19 restrictions, others are still dealing with surging cases pushing hospitals to the brink.
Wanted in the U.K.: Volunteers to catch COVID-19 in the name of science
The world's first medical trial authorized to deliberately expose participants to the coronavirus is seeking more volunteers as it steps up efforts to help develop better vaccines.
COVID-19 cases at highest ever in Americas, PAHO reports
New cases of COVID-19 in the Americas in the past week have been the highest since the pandemic began in 2020 and the very contagious Omicron variant has clearly become the predominant strain, the Pan American Health Organization said on Wednesday.
N.S. extending its COVID-19 restrictions for two weeks, three new deaths reported Wednesday
Premier Tim Houston said Nova Scotia is extending its current provincewide COVID-19 public health restrictions until Feb. 14 in an attempt to limit the spread of the virus.
Ontario confirms 92 more COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday
Ontario is reporting 92 more deaths related to COVID-19 as well as a slight decrease in the number of patients being treated with the disease in intensive care.
What to know about the Omicron subvariant BA.2
Scientists and health officials around the world are keeping their eyes on a descendant of the Omicron variant that has been found in at least 40 countries, including the United States.
U.S. man removed from heart transplant list for being unvaccinated against COVID-19
After being at the front of the line to receive a heart transplant, 31-year-old DJ Ferguson was denied surgery for being unvaccinated against COVID-19.
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COVID-19 in Alberta: 22 more deaths as hospitalization records continue to fall
Tuesday’s report of 1,377 COVID-19 patients in hospital was revised to a pandemic-high 1,443 on Wednesday.
Brawl between player, fan erupts in the stands at Alta. junior game after mom pushed: coach
A junior hockey player in Stony Plain, Alta., has been suspended for eight games after he went into the stands to fight a fan, but his coach says he was defending his mom at the time.
'A pressure cooker': Edmonton Institution guards have fired weapons twice in 2 weeks to stop fights amid staff shortages
Two events in as many weeks in which Alberta corrections officers fired their weapons is evidence staffing shortages are endangering inmates and staff alike, say sources connected to the prison.
Evander Kane could be signed and in the Oilers lineup by this weekend: TSN
Controversial NHL forward Evander Kane has had recent talks with the leaders of the Edmonton Oilers and could suit up for the team as soon as this weekend, TSN's Ryan Rishaug reports.
Police seize loaded gun, drugs during traffic stop northeast of Edmonton
Fort Saskatchewan RCMP seized a loaded handgun, drugs and money during a traffic stop early Tuesday morning.
Red Cross mental health program expansion thanks to Bell Let's Talk Day funding
Some of the funds raised through Bell Let's Talk Day will go toward expanding a Red Cross mental health program in western Canada, particularly in Indigenous communities.
EIA introduces 'inclusive' app to help visually impaired passengers navigate the airport
The Edmonton International Airport has introduced a new app to help passengers who are visually impaired safely navigate their way through the airport.
2 people injured in crash with semi, Highway 2 lanes closed south of Edmonton
Two people were injured Wednesday afternoon when a semi and a car collided on Highway 2 south of Edmonton.
Body found after house fire in northeast Edmonton
Police are investigating after a man's body was found inside a burned home in northeast Edmonton Sunday.
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Scammers steal 13 gold rings from 92-year-old Fla. woman
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Grandma with a gut feeling beats scammer at his own game
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Ont. mother smashes window to rescue daughter from fire
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Unvaccinated U.S. man taken off heart transplant list
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Trudeau decries 'fringe' views of some in trucker convoy, as police prepare for its arrival in Ottawa
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is decrying the 'fringe' views among some of those who are supporting the trucker convoy making its way to Parliament Hill to protest COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other policies they feel infringe on their freedoms.
'So many angry people': Experts say online conversation around trucker convoy veering into dangerous territory
As a growing group of truckers and supporters make their way to Ottawa in a protest against vaccine mandates, experts say the rhetoric online concerning the convoy is getting increasingly worrisome.
Omicron subvariant BA.2 reported in Canada: PHAC
The Public Health Agency of Canada says it has detected more than 50 cases of a new Omicron subvariant known as BA.2. The subvariant is widely considered 'stealthier' than the original version of Omicron because some of its genetic traits make it harder to detect.
Canada extends military operation in Ukraine for three years
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Wednesday the extension of Operation UNIFIER for three years, and the deployment of 60 more troops to Ukraine in the coming days.
'If I'm called, I will go': Ukrainian reservist and former Voice contestant ready to fight Russian threat
CTV's Omar Sachedina speaks to a Ukrainian reservist and former contestant on Ukraine's version of 'The Voice' about the looming threat of war with Russia.
4 dead after shooting at Richmond, B.C., duplex, homicide unit investigating
Homicide investigators have been called to a Richmond, B.C., duplex after a shooting that left four people dead.
3 stabbings in December were hate-motivated: Calgary police
Police say a series of stabbings in the downtown core last month have been determined to be hate-motivated and targeting vulnerable Calgarians.
Mounties say autopsies have begun to identify family found dead near border
Mounties say autopsies have begun as they try to identify the four people who were found dead in a frigid Manitoba blizzard near the United States border.
Spotify pulling down Neil Young's music collection
Spotify is removing the discography of Canadian rocker Neil Young after he demanded it be taken off the platform over concerns with its connection to vaccine misinformation and comedian Joe Rogan’s podcast.
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'People are fed up': convoy of trucks converges on Ottawa as police prepare for thousands on Parliament Hill
A convoy of hundreds of fed-up Canadian truckers are driving cross-country, heading for the nation’s capital to deliver a message that's raising millions of dollars from donors around the world.
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Empty office tower to become affordable housing complex, shelter in Calgary downtown core
Work is underway converting a vacant Seventh Avenue Calgary office tower into 82 units of affordable and specialized housing.
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Trapped in the ice: Water leak traps Calgary's family car in mini glacier
Last week, Nicolle Atherton and her son parked their cars outside their northeast Calgary home like they do every evening. The road was basically dry, but it was a cold night. When she went to her car the next morning, she couldn’t believe what she saw.
Saskatoon
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Prince Albert man pleads guilty in murders of parents, 7-year-old son
Nathaniel Carrier has pleaded guilty to first degree murder in connection to the death of his son and second degree murder in connection to the deaths of his parents.
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1,194 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sask. as active cases continue to decline
Saskatchewan reported 1,194 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, along with six more deaths, however active cases are down again.
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Popular Saskatoon restaurant Leyda's Café closing its doors
A popular Riversdale restaurant says it's putting a "pause" on its operations.
Regina
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Sask. premier hints at lifting restrictions as COVID-19 cases begin to crest
Saskatchewan’s premier is hinting some COVID-19 restrictions could soon be lifted, saying current measures may have run their course.
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Memories of residential schools, recent discoveries of unmarked graves taking mental toll on many
Whether its memories of attending them, or the recent discoveries of unmarked graves at the sites of former residential schools, many people have been mentally strained by the former schools.
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Former doctor accused of sexual assault denies allegations during testimony
Sylvester Ukabam, a former Regina doctor accused of sexually assaulting five female patients, continued to deny allegations made against him from the witness stand on Wednesday morning.
Atlantic
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N.S. extending its COVID-19 restrictions for two weeks, three new deaths reported Wednesday
Premier Tim Houston said Nova Scotia is extending its current provincewide COVID-19 public health restrictions until Feb. 14 in an attempt to limit the spread of the virus.
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Kalin's call: Nor'easter expected to bring heavy snow to Maritimes this weekend
An area of low pressure originating off the coastline of Florida will merge with a cold front on Friday. The resulting storm will rapidly strengthen into a nor’easter, which will move north to impact the Maritimes Saturday into Sunday.
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Police investigate sudden death at Halifax hotel
The Halifax Regional Police are on the scene of a sudden death at a hotel in the city.
Toronto
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Ontario woman signs $12,748 furnace contract after being offered free doorbell
An Ontario woman who says she was offered a free doorbell by a salesperson said she wishes she didn't then sign a 15-year contract for a furnace that will cost her $12,748.
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Drivers warned of significant traffic delays on highways as trucker convoy enters Ontario
Drivers are being warned to expect significant traffic delays on major highways from Thursday to Saturday as the 'Freedom Convoy' of truckers enters Ontario.
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Two men charged after allegedly impersonating police, conducting traffic stops in Scarborough
Toronto police have arrested two men who allegedly impersonated officers and conducted traffic stops in Scarborough late last month.
Montreal
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Unvaccinated mother of five receives double lung transplant in Montreal after contracting COVID-19
Three COVID-19 patients who were unvaccinated or partially vaccinated have received double lung transplants at a Montreal hospital after their lungs were irreversibly damaged by the disease. One patient was a 49-year-old mother of five.
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Quebec has issued $45M in fines during the pandemic, but only a fraction of them have been paid
Since the start of the pandemic, Quebec has issued tickets totaling more than $45 million for public health violations, but only a fraction of them have actually been paid so far, according to data provided to CTV News.
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Universite de Montreal says professors find masks an 'irritant,' can teach without them again
The Universite de Montreal announced Wednesday that it's rolling back the fifth-wave rule that requires lecturers to wear a mask, even for three-hour lectures, as long as they stay two metres from others.
Kitchener
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Region of Waterloo confirms 4 new deaths related to COVID-19, hospitalizations dip to 144
Officials reported four new deaths related to COVID-19 on Wednesday, along with a dip in hospitalizations.
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'There are some calls that stick with you': A dramatic increase in mental health disability claims amongst first responders
First responders, like paramedics, firefighters, and police officers say they often deal with mental health challenges.
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Coldest January in 8 years can't keep these Kitchener-Waterloo residents inside
If the start of 2022 has felt particularly frigid to you, your instincts are correct.
