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3 Canadians shot, 2 killed, at Mexican resort: local officials

Two Canadians were killed and another was injured in a shooting at a Mexican resort near Playa del Carmen on Friday, local officials have reported. The shooting took place at Hotel Xcaret.

Authorities in Mexico are searching for a suspect who is believed to have shot three Canadians at a hotel near Playa del Carmen, two of whom have died, local officials confirmed, Jan. 21, 2022. (Lucio Hernández Gutiérrez via Twitter)

Canada-wide warrant issued for Sask. man charged with abducting his daughter

A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a Saskatchewan man charged with the abduction of his seven-year-old daughter.

'They came with a knife': Afghan journalists face attacks and arrests

Under Taliban rule, journalists are being threatened, attacked and detained for their work while others, many of them women, have been forced from their jobs.

Manitoba border deaths may be part of larger human smuggling operation: documents

U.S. agents have launched an investigation into a larger human smuggling operation after a family of four froze to death while attempting to cross into the United States from Canada near Emerson, Man. during a blizzard.

Omicron wave may have peaked, but ICU numbers still rising steeply, says Tam

The fifth and latest COVID-19 wave driven by the Omicron variant may have reached its peak, says Canada’s top public health official, but hospitalizations and intensive care admissions, which lag behind infections, are still climbing.

PM says 24 Sussex Drive in 'terrible condition,' has no plans to live there

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says 24 Sussex Drive, the official residence of Canada's prime minister, is in 'terrible condition' and he and his family have no plans to move in during his time in office.

Ukraine invasion a 'suicidal' decision, would be end of Putin's regime: historian

A Russian-American historian says a full-scale war between Russia and Ukraine would have 'tragic' consequences for the Ukrainians, and would lead to the end of Russian President Vladimir Putin's regime.

'We cannot eliminate all risk': B.C. starting to manage COVID-19 more like common cold, officials say

British Columbia is beginning to manage COVID-19 more like the common cold, the province's top doctor said Friday while explaining major shifts in the government's approach to the pandemic.

FBI: Brian Laundrie claimed responsibility for Gabby Petito's death

Before taking his own life, Brian Laundrie wrote in a notebook he was responsible for Gabby Petito's death, according to the FBI.

Calgary

Past the peak? Alberta experts cautiously optimistic as Omicron variant begins downward trend

Alberta’s health-care system remains under extensive strain with more people in hospital than at any previous time during the pandemic, but signs from wastewater analysts suggest the province is slowly beginning to surpass the peak of COVID-19 infections.
Former Calgarian who murdered girlfriend in 2002 receives life sentence with no parole for 17 years

Stephane Parent, who was found guilty of second-degree murder in October 2021, was sentenced Friday.
Calgary's inconsistent weather continues to cause water main breaks

The City of Calgary says roughly 200 homes, along with many businesses, are affected by water main breaks over the last 48 hours.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon boy with rare brain tumour dies

A Saskatoon boy with a rare brain tumour who was known for inspiring others in the community has died.
Saskatoon couple killed in stabbing was expecting a child, family member says

A 20-year-old man now faces an additional murder charge after another person died from their injuries in hospital.
‘I just couldn't believe it’: Sask. woman’s photo cracks top 10 at World Photographic Cup

A Saskatchewan woman is making her mark on a global stage after one of her nature photographs made the the top 10 at the World Photographic Cup (WPC).

Regina

Canada-wide warrant issued for Sask. man charged with abducting his daughter

A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a Saskatchewan man charged with the abduction of his seven-year-old daughter.
Programming error limited Sask. COVID-19 death, recovery reporting in January

A programming error limited Saskatchewan COVID-19 death and recovered case data reporting in January, according to the Government of Saskatchewan.
Sask. could hit record high COVID-19 hospitalizations in February: government modelling

Saskatchewan could more than double its record number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in February, according to government modelling that was leaked online earlier this week.

Atlantic

Latest research says combination of throat and nose swabs provides better COVID-19 rapid test results: Nova Scotia Health

In a Canadian first, Nova Scotia researchers say COVID-19 rapid tests that include both throat and nose swabs provide greater accuracy in detecting the virus.
Close to their hearts: Park project to honour lives taken in Nova Scotia mass shooting

Two families linked by the Nova Scotia mass shooting are now coming together on a project designed to remember and honour their loved ones, transforming where they died into a place of peace for the families and the community.
Nova Scotia reports a total of 280 people in hospital with COVID-19 Friday; 13 in ICU

Nova Scotia health officials are reporting an increase in COVID-19 related hospitalizations, with 280 in hospital with the virus on Friday.

Toronto

Ontario clinic accidentally gives people six doses of COVID-19 vaccine in one shot

A 75-year-old man is among multiple people in Ontario who say they were accidentally given the equivalent of six doses of the COVID-19 vaccine while getting their booster shot.
Family releases statement after three brothers die in Brampton, Ont. house fire

The three boys killed in a townhouse fire in Brampton, Ont. on Thursday have been identified by their family and are being remembered as a 'delightfully rambunctious bunch' who were kind and caring.
Ontario man who thought he won $1,458 on sports bet shocked by reason he won't get the prize

An Ontario man who recently bet $2 on a long shot and thought he won $1,458 by predicting the outcome of three hockey games was shocked when he was told he didn't actually win.

Montreal

'In jail': Teenagers spent 10 days in windowless rooms in Quebec group homes over COVID-19 exposure

Vulnerable teenage girls in a Laval group home were confined to windowless rooms for 10 straight days this month – though they didn’t have COVID-19 – under a provincial directive, CTV has learned. Similar lockdowns happened at other homes, including one for much younger children.
Some Montreal tenants have been without heat all week during bitter cold snap

Hydro-Quebec is asking people to cut back their energy consumption during the current bitter cold snap, but one building in Montreal has been without heat for almost a week causing some residents frustration.
Man, 33, injured following Montreal North shooting

A 33-year-old man was shot in Montreal North Friday evening but is in stable condition, according to Montreal police (SPVM).

Ottawa

Eight-year-old hero saves family from fire that destroys their Ottawa home

A Stittsville family is crediting their eight-year-old son for alerting them to a fire at the home next door, giving them time to escape before the flames spread to their dream home.
Car that went through ice pulled from Rideau River

A car that crashed through ice in Manotick, Ont. last weekend has been removed from the Rideau River.
No drinks or popcorn allowed when Ottawa movie theatres reopen on Jan. 31

Movie theatres in Ottawa will be among businesses allowed to reopen to 50 per cent capacity on Jan. 31, but when they do, food and drinks will not be part of the show.

Kitchener

Pornographic images found on Kitchener elementary school playground

Police are investigating after pornographic images, some of young children, were found on a playground at a Kitchener elementary school.
'Silenced and punished': WRDSB teacher speaks out about controversial school board meeting

A teacher with the Waterloo Region District School Board, who was removed from a virtual board meeting this week after making what the chair called "transphobic" comments, said the experience left her feeling "bullied, slandered and abused."
Grassroots organizations team up to fight MZO in Wilmot Township

After battling a Minister’s Zoning Order in their own communities, several grassroots organizations are taking on another proposed MZO fight in Wilmot Township.

Northern Ontario

Outdoor rink at Nipissing University benefiting students

With gyms and recreations centres remaining closed, the outdoor rink at Nipissing University is a popular spot for students.
Algoma University professor recognized with rising star award

A professor at Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie is being recognized by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities for her research in health sciences.
Manitoulin man in midst of 100 straight polar dips

It's been bitterly cold across much of northern Ontario as of late but one Manitoulin Island man is not letting that stop his bid to inspire others to get out of their comfort zone.

Winnipeg

Manitoba border deaths may be part of larger human smuggling operation: documents

U.S. agents have launched an investigation into a larger human smuggling operation after a family of four froze to death while attempting to cross into the United States from Canada near Emerson, Man. during a blizzard.
Corrections officer charged in death of inmate William Ahmo: Manitoba RCMP

Manitoba RCMP have charged a corrections officer in the death of an inmate at Headingley Correctional Centre last year.
Canada-wide warrant issued for Sask. man charged with abducting his daughter

A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a Saskatchewan man charged with the abduction of his seven-year-old daughter.

Vancouver

B.C. hospitals can put COVID-positive and negative patients in same rooms: top doctor

Patients who don’t have COVID-19 could end up in the same hospital rooms as patients who do have the virus, B.C. health officials said Friday.
Family of Afghan refugees reunited in Vancouver after years of separation

Abdul Bashir Hashimi is starting off 2022 with a full heart. After spending four years separated from his wife and children, they are by his side and settling into a new life in Canada.
Canucks could be out up to $1 million per game at 50% capacity

After 38 days away from home, the Vancouver Canucks took to the ice at Rogers Arena Friday for a home game against the league-leading Florida Panthers.

Vancouver Island

Island Health confirms 1 new COVID-19 death in final update of the week

Across the province, nine COVID-19-related deaths were reported over the past 24 hours, including the one in Island Health.
UVic students and staff express concern about return to campus

The University of Victoria campus was quiet on Friday, but come Monday, students will be back as in-person learning resumes.
Strike that could have hobbled Island supply chains averted, employer says

A company that ships goods between Vancouver Island and the mainland says a strike by its workers has been averted at the last minute.