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No 'warnings or second chances' for illegal activity on Canada Day: Ottawa mayor

Ottawa's mayor is warning the city won't tolerate any illegal activity downtown during Canada Day festivities this year, as the city prepares for possible protests.

Centre Block's Peace Tower is seen behind as a Parliamentary Protective Services officer walks on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Friday, June 17, 2022. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

Ukrainian officials: At least 2 dead as missile hits Kremenchuk mall

Scores of civilians are feared killed or injured after a Russian rocket strike hit a crowded shopping mall in Ukraine's central city of Kremenchuk, Ukrainian officials said Monday.

Republican calls overturning Roe v. Wade a 'victory for white life'

U.S. Rep. Mary Miller of Illinois, speaking at a rally Saturday night with former U.S. President Donald Trump, called the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade a 'victory for white life.'

'Deepest apologies': Central Alberta rodeo organizers shocked by parade float

Organizers of a central Alberta rodeo and its parade committee are calling for calm after a float in this weekend's parade, which possessed a racist theme, was seen in the procession.

Canada outperformed most G10 countries during first two years of pandemic response: study

Canada handled key aspects of the COVID-19 response better in the first two years of the pandemic than most G10 countries, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Toronto, Unity Health Toronto and St. Michael's hospital.

South Africa tavern deaths: 21 teens likely killed by something they drank, ate or smoked

South African authorities investigating 21 teenagers found dead at an east coast tavern over the weekend said on Monday the youths were probably killed by something they ate, drank or smoked, ruling out the earlier-touted possibility of a stampede.

Ukraine's richest man sues Russia at Europe's top human rights court

Ukraine's richest man filed a lawsuit against Russia at Europe’s top human rights court on Monday, seeking compensation over what he has said are billions of dollars in business losses since Russia's invasion.

What's the impact of a Russian debt default?

Russia is poised to default on its foreign debt for the first time since the Bolshevik Revolution more than a century ago, further alienating the country from the global financial system following sanctions imposed over its war in Ukraine.

Over 1 million U.S. voters switch to GOP in warning for Dems: AP report

A political shift is beginning to take hold across the U.S. as tens of thousands of suburban swing voters who helped fuel the Democratic Party's gains in recent years are becoming Republicans.

Calgary

'Deepest apologies': Central Alberta rodeo organizers shocked by parade float

Organizers of a central Alberta rodeo and its parade committee are calling for calm after a float in this weekend's parade, which possessed a racist theme, was seen in the procession.
Woman trampled, killed by horses at Ponoka Stampede: RCMP

A 30-year-old woman is dead after falling off a horse at the Ponoka Stampede on Sunday.
Backers of Calgary-Banff train say they need Parks Canada to get on board

The backers of a proposed $1.5-billion Calgary to Banff passenger train say they need Parks Canada to enact policies that encourage public transit.

Saskatoon

Sask. NDP elects Carla Beck as first female leader of party

The Saskatchewan New Democratic Party has elected Carla Beck as its new leader.
'After all these years': Christies Mayfair Bakery celebrates 90th anniversary

When Ennio Muzzolini walked into Christies Mayfair Bakery in 1965 interested in purchasing the small bakery on 33rd Street, he never imagined he’d one day be looking on as hundreds of people lined the block to get their hands on a baguette, cinnamon bun or wood-fired pizza.
Elk Ridge Open canceled after heavy rains: PGA Tour Canada

Organizers have decided to cancel the Elk Ridge Open due to an “inordinate amount of rain.”

Regina

Sask. NDP elects Carla Beck as first female leader of party

The Saskatchewan New Democratic Party has elected Carla Beck as its new leader.
CN investing $185 million in Saskatchewan in 2022

The Canadian National Railway (CN) has announced plans to invest $185 million in Saskatchewan in 2022, which includes plans to upgrade some rail infrastructure in the province.
Serious motor vehicle collision under investigation

The Regina Police Service (RPS) said it is investigating a serious motor vehicle accident that occurred on Dewdney Avenue and Garnet Street Sunday evening.

Atlantic

Nathan MacKinnon shines in Game 6, helps Avalanche win Stanley Cup

Nathan MacKinnon was at his best in the Cup-clinching 2-1 victory Sunday night. After a relatively quiet performance in the series until that point, MacKinnon picked the perfect time to be a difference-maker and drove the bus for the Avalanche.
N.S. SPCA seeking donations to help five dogs found with rocks in their bellies

The Nova Scotia SPCA is asking for support from the community to help five dogs who are in desperate need of care. The SPCA says the dogs were recently rushed to urgent care after they were found starving and dehydrated.
Saint John police release video of suspect after man with cane assaulted

The Saint John Police Force has released video surveillance of a man suspected in connection with an assault in the city last week.

Toronto

Toronto rent prices rose 20 per cent over the last year

Toronto rent prices have risen by 20 per cent over the last year and are now approaching where they were prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
New tunnel and platform provides unprecedented view of Niagara Falls

A recently opened tunnel is offering visitors a brand new view of Niagara Falls.
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WATCH LIVE | Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks after meeting with Toronto Mayor John Tory

Ontario Premier Doug Ford will host his first news conference with Toronto Mayor John Tory since his re-election earlier this month.

Montreal

Federal government signs $221-million agreement with Quebec for long-term care homes

The federal government has signed an agreement with Quebec to provide $221 million in funding for long-term care homes in the province to address 'gaps in infection control' and staffing issues highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Class action lawsuit authorized against Trois-Rivieres Diocese for alleged sexual assaults

A Quebec Superior Court judge has authorized a class action lawsuit against the Trois-Rivières Diocese for alleged sexual assaults from 1940 to the present day.
No new COVID-19 deaths in Quebec; officials unable to provide hospitalization numbers

Quebec reported no new deaths related to COVID-19, as officials note they are unable to provide hospitalization data due to a "change in methodology."

Ottawa

No 'warnings or second chances' for illegal activity on Canada Day: Ottawa mayor

Ottawa's mayor is warning the city won't tolerate any illegal activity downtown during Canada Day festivities this year, as the city prepares for possible protests.
Ottawa high school students petition to remove principal over alleged racism

Students at Hillcrest High School in Ottawa took part in a walkout after some students say they have been victims of racist treatment. Allegations of racism have been swirling at the school for months and now the Ottawa Carleton District School Board is investigating the incidents.
What's open and closed in Ottawa on Canada Day

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the closures and schedule changes in Ottawa on Canada Day.

Kitchener

Children injured after single-vehicle crash near Caledonia

Three children have been hurt and a driver has been suspended after a single-vehicle crash near Caledonia.
Arson from three years ago still under investigation in Long Point, Ont.

Norfolk County OPP are asking for the public's help with an arson case from three years ago.
Elementary students end the 2022 school year in-person for the first time in three years

Students across Waterloo region are able to say goodbye to their classmates in-person for the first time since 2019, as final school day before summer vacation is here for some elementary school students.

Northern Ontario

35-year old Manitoulin man dies in drowning mishap

Manitoulin OPP were called out Saturday to a report of a possible drowning at Chutes Provincial Park, they said in a release.
Fatal collision on Hwy. 17 at McKerrow

Manitoulin OPP continue to investigate a fatal collision Sunday involving two vehicles on Highway 17 at McKerrow, east of Sudbury.
New life for the Mindemoya old school

Friends of the Mindemoya old school are celebrating what will soon be the signing of a new lease. After years of work and negotiations, the group has saved the building from being torn down..

Winnipeg

Police investigating shooting death at Centennial home

A 31-year-old man has died following a shooting at a home in Winnipeg’s Centennial neighbourhood on Sunday.
Ukrainian officials: At least 2 dead as missile hits Kremenchuk mall

Scores of civilians are feared killed or injured after a Russian rocket strike hit a crowded shopping mall in Ukraine's central city of Kremenchuk, Ukrainian officials said Monday.
Manitoba First Nation facing $300M in flooding damage: chief

One Manitoba First Nation is facing hundreds of millions dollars in flood damage, after the community declared its second state of emergency in two months.

Vancouver

B.C. woman's whereabouts unknown more than 2 months after disappearance

Police say there is "growing concern" for a woman who's been missing more than two months.
Criticism over scrapped day pass prompts change of parking plan at Buntzen Lake again

A decision to scrap its day-pass program prompted criticism from would-be parkgoers, so BC Hydro has changed its plan for Buntzen Lake.
'Easily billions of animals died': Ecosystems recovering, but could be changed forever by heat domes

A year after the heat dome event that killed billions of plants and animals in British Columbia, scientists say ecosystems are recovering, but could be transformed forever if such events become more frequent.

Vancouver Island

'This is really strange': U.S. fighter jets soar over Vancouver Island

An unusual sight in the skies over Vancouver Island on Saturday sparked conspiracy theories online.
Jogger finds 'significant amount' of cash in Nanaimo, turns it over to RCMP

Nanaimo RCMP are thanking a Good Samaritan for handing over a "significant amount of money" that he found it in the north end of the city about three weeks ago.
Victoria police seek additional victims of apparently random sexual assault spree

Victoria police arrested a man for allegedly sexually assaulting several strangers in quick succession in the city's downtown Saturday night.