Man struck by LRT on Wednesday dies in hospital

A man was seriously hurt in a crash with an Edmonton LRT at 66 Street and near Fort Road on Nov. 24, 2021.

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Some provinces say Omicron surge starting to ease, others warn worst is still to come

The Omicron-fuelled fifth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be peaking in some provinces, while others say the worst is likely still to come.

Latest research shows Omicron infectious up to 10 days: Tam

The latest evidence does not show the Omicron variant is contagious for less time than previous versions of the virus that causes COVID-19, chief public health officer Dr. Theresa Tam said Tuesday.

Vaccine mandate: How a wrongful dismissal claim could play out

As workplaces enforce their own vaccine mandates, it remains to be seen just how many wrongful dismissal claims will be launched and whether they will stand up to legal scrutiny. CTVNews.ca speaks to lawyers about what a wrongful dismissal claim could look like.

Grocery store closures loom amid labour, product shortages

Grocery stores are struggling with rising labour and product shortages that experts warn could threaten Canada's food security. Gary Sands, senior vice-president of public policy with the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers, says employee absenteeism due to COVID-19 protocols has hit about 30 per cent across Canada, and rising.

Oil patch getting swagger back as crude hits 7 year high

Tuesday morning the West Texas Intermediate benchmark oil price crested the $85 U.S. mark, eventually hitting $85.90.
Council narrowly approves up to $120K for security on their private homes

Calgary City council has narrowly passed a motion that will allow each sitting member of council to be reimbursed up to $8,000 to purchase and professionally install security systems for their private residence.
Monahan's 2-goal performance powers Calgary Flames past Florida Panthers 5-1

Sean Monahan's first two-goal game of the season helped the slumping Flames to a surprise 5-1 victory over the NHL-leading Florida Panthers on Tuesday.

Saskatoon

Negative rapid test not a 'green light' for those with COVID-19 symptoms, Sask. top doc says

Saskatchewan's top doctor says a negative rapid COVID-19 test result does not mean it's time to head back to work or school if you're experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms.
Questions raised over 'thin blue line' patches worn by some Saskatoon police officers

A patch some officers have been spotted wearing is prompting some soul searching at Saskatoon Police Service.
The Saskatoon SPCA will no longer investigate animal abuse. It's unclear who will

As the SPCA steps away from its role in investigating cases of animal abuse and neglect, it isn't clear who will take its place.

Regina

Peak of Sask. Omicron wave still 2 to 4 weeks away: Health officials

The Omicron wave in Saskatchewan is expected to peak in the next two to four weeks, according to the province’s top doctor.
Regina Public high schools moving online ahead of final exams as COVID-19 cases rise

The Regina Public School Division is preparing to move all of its high schools to remote learning temporarily.
Sask. reports 1,089 new COVID-19 cases, 11,781 active

Saskatchewan reported 1,089 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, with active cases rising to 11,781.

Atlantic

P.E.I. tightens COVID-19 restrictions to slow spread of Omicron variant, returns to single-household gatherings

Prince Edward Island health officials will be enforcing tighter COVID-19 restrictions as a way to try and slow the spread of the Omicron variant.
Nova Scotia reports one COVID-19 related death Tuesday, 13 new hospital admissions

Nova Scotia health officials reported one death related to COVID-19 on Tuesday, involving a woman in her 80s in the Eastern zone.
'You've got to get the shot': N.B. pharmacist recovering from COVID-19 credits vaccines for keeping him out of hospital

A New Brunswick pharmacist who is recovering from COVID-19 credits vaccines for keeping him out of the hospital.

Toronto

Ontario Premier Doug Ford set to hold housing summit with municipal leaders

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is set to gather virtually with municipal leaders today for a housing summit.
Toronto students head back to class after COVID-19 remote learning, snowstorm

Ontario's largest school board is to resume holding classes in-person today.
A ticket holder in Ontario wins Tuesday's $22 million Lotto Max jackpot

A Lotto Max ticket holder in Ontario is $22 million richer.

Montreal

Quebec’s advice on booster shots ‘doesn't make a whole lot of sense,’ public health experts say

Some public health experts are questioning Quebec’s official advice that double-vaccinated people who have just recovered from COVID-19 to get a third dose of the vaccine 'as soon as possible.'
Quebec hospitals prepare for potential emergency drop in overall level of care under new guide

A new guide released Tuesday sets the stage for a temporary drop in the level of care provided to patients in general if the situation in Quebec hospitals continues to escalate. One doctor who helped write it called it previously 'inconceivable.'
Quebec gets 6,300 Paxlovid treatments as COVID-19 hospitalization pace slows

Quebec is set to receive 6,300 Paxlovid treatments, as hospitalization numbers begin to slow, Quebec's interim director of public health Dr. Luc Boileau said Tuesday.

Ottawa

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NEW THIS MORNING | Ottawa school bus authority says more than 20 drivers not returning to service

The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority is advising parents and caregivers that a school bus driver shortage is causing service disruptions just as kids get back to class.
'She was Auntie K.': Kayla Ferguson believed to be youngest victim of Ottawa explosion

Nearly a week after a devastating explosion shook Ottawa and took the lives of six people, the families of the victims are still looking for answers.
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WINTER WEATHER TRAVEL ADVISORY | Winter weather travel advisory in effect for Ottawa

The roads will be messy again in Ottawa today and Environment Canada has issued a winter weather travel advisory for the capital.

Kitchener

Paramedics battle ‘code red’ influx in Waterloo Region

Region of Waterloo paramedics say code red has been issued a lot more lately -- when there are no ambulances available to respond to an emergency call.
Person on Canada-wide warrant wanted for murder arrested in Cambridge

Cambridge became the centre of a Canada-wise search on Tuesday for a person wanted for first-degree murder.
Waterloo Region deems active COVID-19 cases resolved after 14 days; 136 in hospital

As of Monday, the Region of Waterloo is considering all active COVID-19 cases resolved 14 days after being confirmed, unless the case is currently hospitalized.

Northern Ontario

Winter storm causes school bus cancellations around northeastern Ont.

Poor road conditions following the snowstorm that blew into the northeast region have caused a series of school bus cancellations Wednesday for many communities and closed some schools. Here is what you need to know.
Ontario man out $106,000 after being blindsided by twist of two scams

An Ontario man says he will likely be forced to sell his house because he was scammed out of his retirement savings.
Latest research shows Omicron infectious up to 10 days: Tam

The latest evidence does not show the Omicron variant is contagious for less time than previous versions of the virus that causes COVID-19, chief public health officer Dr. Theresa Tam said Tuesday.

Winnipeg

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NEW | Snow-clogged roads leave many schools closed again Wednesday

Rural roads still impassable after Tuesday’s snowstorm in southern Manitoba means cancelled classes in many areas for a second straight day.
Two men suing City of Winnipeg over tobogganing crash on Garbage Hill

Two men are suing the City of Winnipeg after a day of tobogganing on Garbage Hill came to an abrupt and sudden end when they allegedly hit a snow-covered cement block; though the city says the men had been negligent.
'Betty White Challenge' brings in thousands in donations to Manitoba animal welfare groups

Multiple animal welfare and rescue groups in Manitoba saw a huge spike in donations, with thousands of dollars donated thanks to a viral challenge honouring Betty White.

Vancouver

Gyms relieved, nightclubs disappointed as B.C. updates COVID-19 restrictions

On Tuesday, Dr. Bonnie Henry announced gyms could re-open on Jan. 20 – but pubs and nightclubs must remain closed until at least Feb. 16.
COVID-19 update: Jump in ICU admissions as B.C. extends restrictions

British Columbia's surge in coronavirus-positive patients in hospital continued on Tuesday, as officials confirmed most of the province's COVID-19 restrictions are being extended into next month.
Who can expect to get the COVID-19 antiviral pill in B.C., and how many will be available?

B.C.'s top doctor spoke Tuesday about who in the province will be eligible to receive the just-approved at-home COVID-19 antiviral prescription drug.

Vancouver Island

Island Health reports no new COVID-19 deaths as health orders extended

According to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control, no new deaths related to COVID-19 have been reported in Island Health over the past 24 hours.
'Struck him 3 times': Nanaimo RCMP looking for man after shovel attack

A woman is in shock after what she witnessed in a McDonald's parking lot in Nanaimo, B.C. on Monday.
Island Health reducing services due to Omicron staffing challenges

Island Health says it is adjusting its service levels due to staffing shortages that have been largely caused by the Omicron variant of COVID-19.