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Conservatives say they're against decision to make COVID-19 vaccines mandatory for MPs

The federal Conservatives—the only caucus yet to confirm how many of its MPs remain unvaccinated—have come out in opposition to the new mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy announced by the House of Commons. The decision taken by a cross-party committee of MPs that means that as of Nov. 22, anyone entering the House of Commons precinct will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Conservative MP Blake Richards rises during Question Period in the House of Commons Thursday May 27, 2021 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

A new Delta descendant is rising in the U.K. Here's what to know

British and international authorities are closely monitoring a subtype of the Delta variant that is causing a growing number of infections in the United Kingdom.

Medical examiner, cadaver dog called to Florida park where investigators found Brian Laundrie's items

The Sarasota County Medical Examiner and a cadaver dog were called on Wednesday to a Florida park where authorities found several items belonging to Brian Laundrie, the missing fiance of Gabby Petito.

Health Canada reports increase in calls to poison control centres over ivermectin usage

Health Canada is reminding Canadians that ivermectin should not be used to treat or prevent COVID-19, after poison control centres saw an increase in reports about the anti-parasitic drug over the summer months.

Doug Ford says Ontario opposition playing politics over his 'bang on' comments about immigrants

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he believes opposition parties are playing politics over his comments on immigrants and said he's been told his remarks were 'bang on.'

Queen accepts medical advice to rest, cancels Northern Ireland trip

Queen Elizabeth II has reluctantly accepted medical advice to rest for a few days and has cancelled a trip to Northern Ireland, Buckingham Palace said Wednesday. The palace didn't offer specifics on the decision, but says the 95-year-old monarch is 'in good spirits.'

Growing calls for Calgary Coun. Sean Chu's resignation over admission of sexual encounter with minor

There's mounting pressure on Coun. Sean Chu to resign from his Ward 4 seat after his admission of having a sexual encounter with a teenager while serving as a Calgary police officer 24 years ago recently surfaced.
Suspect found fit to stand trial in Calgary machete attacks

A Calgary man charged following two downtown machete attacks has been found fit to stand trial.
Calgary Humane Society is full of dogs, needs urgent help

The Calgary Humane Society is hoping for help dealing with a dog overload.

Saskatoon

'I shot her': Video played in trial shows Greg Fertuck acting out wife’s killing using cane as rifle

In a secretly recorded video, Greg Fertuck told an undercover officer he shot his wife twice, rolled her in a tarp and dumped her body in a rural area.
Saskatchewan's chief medical health officer cries as he presents COVID-19 modelling

Saskatchewan's chief medical health officer broke down in tears today as he made a presentation during a teleconference on COVID-19 modelling in the province.
Why auto insurance may get cheaper in Sask.

Vehicle owners in Saskatchewan could soon see some relief on their insurance bills.

Regina

Sask. and Ont. officials disagreeing over number of ICU patient transfers

Saskatchewan’s Provincial Emergency Operations Centre said there are no plans to transfer more than six patients to Ontario as of Wednesday morning – contradicting information provided by health officials in Ontario.
Saskatchewan's chief medical health officer cries as he presents COVID-19 modelling

Saskatchewan's chief medical health officer broke down in tears today as he made a presentation during a teleconference on COVID-19 modelling in the province.
Sask. reports 5 COVID-19-related deaths, 246 new cases

Saskatchewan reported five more residents have died after testing positive for COVID-19 and 246 new cases of the virus.

Atlantic

N.S. to maintain rent cap, create 1,100 more affordable housing units

The Nova Scotia Government has unveiled what it is calling a comprehensive masterplan to address the ongoing housing crisis in the province, including maintaining the two per cent rent increase cap while it creates more affordable housing.
Five more deaths, 69 new cases reported in New Brunswick

Five more people have died as a result of COVID-19 in New Brunswick, public health confirmed Wednesday, bringing the total number of COVID-19-related fatalities to 99.
Letter shows minister wanted commanding officer of New Brunswick RCMP replaced

The commanding officer of the RCMP in New Brunswick will be replaced at the end of the month, and now a letter has surfaced that suggests provincial Attorney General Hugh Flemming forced him out of the job.

Vancouver

B.C. Children’s Hospital ER seeing increase in number of patients with respiratory viruses

An “unusually high” number of patients with respiratory viruses have been showing up over the past month at the emergency department at B.C. Children's Hospital.
Suspects believed to have used weapons, may be tied to more car-parts thefts: Vancouver police

Police believe the suspects charged with one count each of theft are linked to several more similar crimes in Vancouver.
LifeLabs in B.C. facing possible strike action

The BC Goverment Service Employees' Union, which represents some of LifeLabs' front-line workers, have served 72-hour strike notice.

Northern Ontario

Another COVID-19-related death in Algoma, the 8th this year

Algoma Public Health announced the district's eighth death related to COVID-19 Tuesday evening.
Two victims from southern Ont. identified in double fatal crash on Hwy. 144

Police have identified the two victims of the fiery fatal crash near Marina Road on Highway 144 in Greater Sudbury earlier this month.
Police in Kirkland Lake say suspect used wallet stolen in 2016 to obtain new credit cards

In a reminder of the dangers of identity theft, Ontario Provincial Police in Kirkland Lake say a suspect who stole a wallet in 2016 used the ID to obtain new credit cards.

Winnipeg

Manitoba's top doctor clarifies mask rules in wake of politicians' maskless photos

Manitoba's top doctor is clarifying some rules about wearing masks in public places.
Manitoba preparing for COVID-19 vaccine rollout for children age five to 11 as Health Canada reviews Pfizer request

Manitoba's Vaccine Implementation Task Force is ready to get vaccines into the arms of youths between the ages of five and 11 once it is approved.
Defence argues former Manitoba reservist didn't intend to cause terrorism

Defence lawyers for a former Canadian Armed Forces reservist from Manitoba say he should be sentenced to 33 months and argue he never intended to promote terrorism in the United States.

Vancouver Island

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NEW | 'Bomb cyclone' brings severe wind warnings to Vancouver Island

Wind warnings have been issued for Vancouver Island as the remnants of Typhoon Namtheun barrel down on the region.
Police investigating string of arsons near downtown Victoria

Victoria police have confirmed that a string of fires were deliberately set on Tuesday.
Man arrested, shotgun and car seized at Langford home: RCMP

West Shore RCMP say a man has been arrested and a slew if items have been seized after police executed a search warrant a Langford home earlier this month.

Toronto

Ontario Liberals denounce Liberal MPP who asked for exemptions for unvaccinated health-care workers

Ontario’s Liberal Party is distancing itself from one of its own MPPs after he privately asked the provincial government to help a health-care worker remain on the job while unvaccinated.
Doug Ford says Ontario opposition playing politics over his 'bang on' comments about immigrants

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he believes opposition parties are playing politics over his comments on immigrants and said he's been told his remarks were 'bang on.'
17-year-old girl fatally struck by vehicle in Toronto identified by friends

Friends of a Grade 12 student who was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing a Scarborough intersection on Tuesday say they are processing her passing.

Montreal

Videos on social media mock 16-year-old stabbing victim as Montreal police search for suspects

As Montreal police continue to investigate the city's 25th homicide -- and second fatal stabbing in two days -- videos are circulating on social media that mock the 16-year-old victim.
Woman, 24, dies after stabbing in Plateau; 36-year-old man charged with murder

A 24-year-old woman in Montreal has been killed in another alleged femicide in Quebec. Her 36-year-old former roommate has been charged with premeditated murder in the attack.
Pornhub owner settles lawsuit with 50 women, including four Canadians

Pornhub owner MindGeek has settled a U.S. lawsuit involving 50 women, including four Canadians, who had alleged they were duped into a massive sex-trafficking operation.

London

Change of heart gets London, Ont. man $1.3 million lotto prize

A London man is grateful for a quick change of heart after cashing in a lottery prize worth $1.3 million.
Abandoned animals found dead, in critical condition on southern Ontario farm: police

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after multiple animals, including calves and piglets, were found abandoned on a farm in Haldimand County in southern Ontario.
ID released of motorcyclist killed in July crash

London police have identified a motorcyclist killed in a single-vehicle collision near the Coves in late July.

Kitchener

71 year-old woman airlifted to hospital after Wilmot Township crash

A 71 year-old woman was airlifted to hospital after a crash in Wilmot Township on Wednesday.
Waterloo Region logs 14 new COVID-19 cases; active infections, hospitalizations dip

Health officials in Waterloo Region reported 14 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday as hospitalizations and active infections continue to decline.
Abandoned animals found dead, in critical condition on southern Ontario farm: police

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after multiple animals, including calves and piglets, were found abandoned on a farm in Haldimand County in southern Ontario.