Trees around Red Deer harvested and given out as Christmas trees
The Nature Conservancy of Canada spent the weekend cutting down non-native trees at a property near Red Deer.
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1 killed in 3-semi crash on Highway 2 in central Alberta
A person was killed in a pileup between multiple semis on the QEII between Edmonton and Calgary Thursday morning.
Murder charged laid in suspicious death in Red Deer: RCMP
A man faces a murder charge after the sudden death of a 37-year-old man in Red Deer.
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Central Alberta family transforms old school into brewery
A family in central Alberta is opening up a new brewery inside their hometown’s old school. (Nav Sangha/CTV News)
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High-risk offender released in Red Deer
Police are warning the public of a high-risk offender living in Red Deer.
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Scholarship for Red Deer students honours First World War soldier
Starting next year, Red Deer high school students will be able to apply for a new scholarship that honours the memory of a man who fought and died in the First World War.
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Historic bronze plaques missing from multiple Red Deer locations
Heritage plaques are being stolen from locations across Red Deer in a string of thefts similar to one that occurred in southern Alberta, police say.
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Large-scale safety certification counterfeiting operation uncovered by central Alberta RCMP
RCMP in Red Deer are investigating a large-scale counterfeiting operation that could span the province and western Canada.
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Canadian Finals Rodeo returns to Red Deer
The 47th annual Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) kicked off on Wednesday after a more than year-long hiatus.
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Jury trial cancelled after accused in Alberta doctor killing dies in custody
A Crown prosecutor has withdrawn all charges against a man who died weeks before his trial in the killing of a doctor at a central Alberta medical clinic.
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$1.35M in illegal cigarettes seized in central Alberta: RCMP
A Red Deer, Alta., man faces multiple charges after Mounties say they seized over $1 million worth of illegal cigarettes from three properties in central Alberta in August.
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'Never drive impaired': MADD launches national campaign in honour of Alberta victim
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is honouring a Red Deer, Alta., family as part of its 34th annual national red ribbon campaign.
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Red Deer Rebels triumph in OT, snap Edmonton Oil Kings' three-game win streak
Ben King scored with 34 seconds remaining in overtime - his second goal of the game - to lead the Red Deer Rebels past the Edmonton Oil Kings 4-3 in the Western Hockey League Saturday.
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COVID-19 in Alberta: 788 weekend cases, 1 death as Omicron count grows to 11
There are now 366 COVID-19 patients in hospitals, including 72 in intensive care units.
You can now have a beer with your taquitos at this north Edmonton 7-Eleven
The location at 14110 127 Street is the first 7-Eleven in Canada to serve alcohol in its dining room, and also sell it to go.
UCP striking committee on 'safe supply' of opioids, NDP skeptical of motive
Alberta is launching a bipartisan committee to study the issue of regulated supply sites for people who take opioids and other addictive substances.
'There was never a full recovery': Soaring inflation and smaller crowds hurt local Edmonton restaurants
As inflation drives food costs higher and profits lag behind due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many Edmonton restaurants are feeling the crunch.
Potential turkey shortage on Christmas from B.C. flooding, supply-chain issues
Experts warn that supply-chain issues across the country could threaten the availability of a Christmas dinner staple: turkey.
Alberta surgeon handed 4-month suspension for hanging noose on operating-room door
A doctor in northwestern Alberta who was found guilty of unprofessional conduct for hanging a rope in the shape of a noose on an operating-room door has been suspended from practising for four months.
Weapons complaint at south Edmonton school under investigation
A south Edmonton school was placed on alert Monday afternoon after a weapons complaint.
Edmonton transit cash fares could soar to $4 in 2022
Edmonton transit could soon have one of the most expensive cash fares in Canada, as the cost for a single trip is set to increase to $4 in February next year.
Air ambulance rescues elderly man stranded in Richardson Backcountry
An elderly man is safe after he was rescued from the Richardson Backcountry as temperatures plunged well below freezing levels.
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NDP foreign affairs critic slams 'racist' travel ban
NDP Foreign Affairs Critic Heather McPherson says changes to travel restrictions amid the surge of the Omicron variant appear 'racist.'
Ont. woman forced to quarantine after issues with ArriveCan
Search underway for missing N.S. woman last seen walking dog
Stop 'pandering to anti-vaxxers': Horwath to Elliott
Superspreader event in Ont. investigated for health breaches
Ex-CNN anchor Chris Cuomo accused of sexual misconduct
School bus driver dead after crashing into swamp in Ont.
U.S. announces diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympic Games
Changing travel rules and quarantine facilities are causing stress and frustration for Canadian travellers. Heather Butts reports.
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Italian artists pay homage to Banksy with murals in Milan. CTV’s Paul Workman reports.
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Solar eclipse brings minutes of darkness to Antarctic summer
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AGO holds exhibit of Indigenous artist Robert Houle
An exhibit of Indigenous artist Robert Houle’s work is being held at the Art Gallery of Ontario. Donna Sound reports.
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Canadian travellers at quarantine facilities report poor conditions, long waits
As Canada strengthens its travel restrictions amid the rise of the Omicron variant, frustration and confusion is ensuing for travellers stuck at quarantine facilities, many of whom are reporting inadequate conditions and poor communication from officers.
Canadian-made, plant-based COVID-19 vaccine sees positive Phase 3 results
Quebec-based biopharmaceutical company Medicago and drug maker GlaxoSmithKline says they have achieved positive efficacy and safety results from their Phase 3 trial of their plant-based COVID-19 vaccine.
Travellers who've forgotten to use ArriveCan app can now give details at the border
Travellers who can't access the government's ArriveCan app, or simply forget to fill it out, may start to receive some clemency at the border after Canada's public safety minister gave new instructions to border officials to allow people to provide their travel details in person.
Body of missing B.C. woman found 5 years later, boyfriend charged with murder: victim's family
A B.C. man has been charged with murder following the discovery of his girlfriend's body five years after she disappeared, according to the woman's family.
O'Toole asks House to investigate toxic workplace allegations against Shannon Stubbs
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole has asked the House of Commons to probe allegations that one of his MPs, Shannon Stubbs, created a toxic work environment for her staff.
'Not getting on a plane any time soon': Deportation decision delayed in Humboldt Broncos case
A decision on whether a former truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash should be deported to India likely won't be coming until the new year.
Document calling on feds to 'apprehend' unvaccinated is fake, Ontario officials say
A document circulating online about 'apprehending' unvaccinated people in Ontario is fake and has been sent to police for investigation, the government says.
China says U.S. diplomatic boycott violates Olympic spirit
China on Tuesday accused the United States of violating the Olympic spirit by announcing an American diplomatic boycott of February's Beijing Winter Games.
5 things to know for Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Some Canadian travellers express frustration over quarantine facilities, Biden is set to raise Ukraine concerns in a phone call with Putin, and Canada may experience a turkey shortage this holiday season. Here's what you need to know today.
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COVID-19 in Alberta: 788 weekend cases, 1 death as Omicron count grows to 11
There are now 366 COVID-19 patients in hospitals, including 72 in intensive care units.
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COVID-19 vaccination rate relatively low among younger children in Alberta
Since COVID-19 vaccines were approved by Health Canada for use in those age five to 11 years old, 16.1 per cent of that population in Alberta have received their first jab.
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Sailor spooked by air cannon blast at Falcons' game in Atlanta
Frisbee Rob and Sailor the Touchdown Dog ran into some turbulence in their effort to set an NFL end zone to end zone record toss Sunday.
Saskatoon
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'Not getting on a plane any time soon': Deportation decision delayed in Humboldt Broncos case
A decision on whether a former truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash should be deported to India likely won't be coming until the new year.
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Semi driver dead after 2 semi trucks collide: Sask. RCMP
A semi driver is dead after a crash just north of Davidson early Monday morning.
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Meet the Saskatoon shelter owners who rescue animals from Sask. – and beyond
A local animal rescue is gearing up for their busy time as the weather gets colder - and they have their sights are set on fundraising for a bigger facility.
Regina
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Phone call between Sask. premier, group opposing COVID-19 policies raises questions
Questions were raised at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building on Monday about a phone call between Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and an organization that opposes the province’s COVID-19 health measures.
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Regina donut shop owner thankful for community support following repeated vandalism
Businesses and individuals in Regina have rallied to show their support for a local donut shop after it was vandalized.
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'I hunt things in Saskatchewan': WWE star Brock Lesnar shouts out home province
During the WWE SmackDown, Lesnar used his Saskatchewan connection to intimidate his opponent -- Sami Zayn.
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‘The dog came back, she didn't’: Family of missing Cape Breton senior speaks out
It was a difficult weekend for Larry Gibbons. He hasn't seen his long-time partner since early Friday.
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Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth installs first tiny shelter
The first of 20 tiny shelters being built by the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth is now in its new home – the parking lot behind St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Dartmouth.
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New Brunswick nurses vote in favour of strike to back contract demands with province
New Brunswick nurses have voted 92 per cent in favour of a strike to back demands for a new contract.
Toronto
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Did Ontario's COVID-19 lockdowns cause overcrowding at provincial parks?
In this episode of Life Unmasked, the team explores what made provincial parks and beaches so much more popular this year compared to previous years.
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Woman pronounced dead after basement apartment fire in Parkdale
A woman is dead after she was pulled from a burning home in Parkdale early on Tuesday morning.
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Toronto investigating first case of Omicron variant in a school
Toronto Public Health is investigating its first school case of the new Omicron variant in Scarborough.
Montreal
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Quebec snowstorm leaves 15,000 homes without electricity
Hydro-Quebec is reporting 15,800 households are without power as of 7 a.m. Tuesday
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Canadian-made, plant-based COVID-19 vaccine sees positive Phase 3 results
Quebec-based biopharmaceutical company Medicago and drug maker GlaxoSmithKline says they have achieved positive efficacy and safety results from their Phase 3 trial of their plant-based COVID-19 vaccine.
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Longueuil police search for victims of man accused of repeated sexual offences
Longueuil police is searching for potential victims of a man accused of repeated sexual offences.
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UPDATED | Snow squall warning, travel advisory in effect Tuesday
Environment Canada has issued winter weather travel advisories and snow squall warnings for parts of southwestern Ontario on Tuesday morning.
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Southridge Public School to close due to 'sharp increase' in COVID-19 cases
Southridge Public School in Kitchener will be closed until January due to a 'sharp increase' in COVID-19 cases at the school.
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Vigil in Guelph to remember victims of gender-based violence
A vigil was held in Guelph Monday night to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
