COVID-19 in Alberta: Hospitalizations up 96 per cent over the past 2 weeks
There are now 822 COVID-19 patients in hospital, an increase of 230 from a week ago, and 403 from two weeks ago, or a jump of more than 96 per cent in the last two weeks.
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Concordia faculty and administration reach agreement ending 'landmark' strike
Students at Concordia University of Edmonton will return to classes Wednesday after faculty members ratified a new collective agreement ending a nearly two-week strike.
Skating and music take over Churchill Square
The rink at the City hall Plaza was filled with music and skating for the Ice Grooves program.
Alberta prioritizes oil sands' carbon storage hub, energy minister says
The government of Alberta, Canada's main oil-producing province, plans to move forward 'very, very quickly' on its next carbon sequestration hub in the Cold Lake region that will serve oil sands producers, Energy Minister Sonya Savage says.
Staffing shortages temporarily close 3 Edmonton DynaLife labs
Three patient care centre medical laboratories administered by DynaLife will temporarily shut down due to COVID-19-related 'localized staff shortages.'
'Spirit of people coming together': Deep Freeze celebrates winter fun and culture
A festival celebrating cultures woven into the fabric making up Alberta Avenue takes place this weekend.
Celine Dion cancels North American tour dates over health issue
Celine Dion has cancelled the remaining shows in the North American leg of her 'Courage World Tour' as she continues to recover from a recent health issue.
Edmonton-area restaurant closes due to sick workers, others struggling with staffing too
Wendy Boyd recently tossed thousands of dollars of produce and dumped half-empty bottles of wine down the drain. That wasn't because of government COVID-19 closures, but because too many of her employees are sick.
'Vaccine is the way': Some Alberta truckers say the solution to the mandate issue is simple
Alberta's transportation minister says she is watching the unfolding situation involving the vaccine mandate for Canadian and U.S. truckers that could cause problems in the industry.
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Tributes pour in for Canadian politician Alexa McDonough
Political pioneer Alexa McDonough died at the age of 77 after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Todd Battis has the details.
Ont. hospitals facing worst numbers of the pandemic so far
Heather Butts reports on the dire situation in Ontario hospitals as the province struggles to contain the spread of the Omicron variant.
Thieves looting freight trains filled with packages in L.A.
A series of freight train robberies are taking place in the western U.S. as thieves look for valuable packages. Tom Walters reports.
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'Miracle in the sky': T.O. doctor delivers baby mid-flight
A doctor's skills were put to the test when she was called to help deliver a baby on a flight across Africa. John Vennavally-Rao reports.
Texas synagogue standoff: All hostages safe, captor dead
Hostages who had been held for hours inside a Texas synagogue were rescued on Jan. 15. Authorities say the captor is dead.
Alta. driver sentenced to 9 years for crash that killed 3
New evidence in Sherman investigation released by detectives
Toronto police are providing an update on the investigation into the 2017 murders of billionaires Barry and Honey Sherman.
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Excavation near Calgary Stampede grounds yields artifacts
While excavating, construction crews discovered a little slice of Calgary's past: glass bottles and other items from a site just northeast of the Stampede grounds.
6-year-old shocks mom after walking home from school alone
Adanech Sahilie was shocked when her six-year-old son knocked on the family's front door Wednesday morning.
From the Archives: T.O. calls in army after 1999 snowstorm
In 1999, Toronto was buried in snow after a series of storms, forcing the mayor to call in the army.
Ottawa man's 100th birthday celebrated by the community
Waffle House worker spills diner's 'secrets' on TikTok
A Waffle House worker is spilling the details on the diner's secret marking system on TikTok. ABC's Will Ganss reports.
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Canada's vaccine mandate for cross-border truckers is now in effect
Industry experts and leaders remain concerned about the country's supply chain as the federal government's new vaccine mandate for cross-border truckers comes into effect.
Verdict soon in Djokovic's deportation case in Australia
A court hearing for tennis star Novak Djokovic's appeal against deportation in Australia ended Sunday and a verdict was expected within hours.
Expert says Vancouver storm damage a climate change 'wake-up call'
The damage sustained to Vancouver’s scenic seawall during a fierce storm on Jan. 7 could be a sign of things to come as sea levels rise from climate change.
Alexa McDonough, political trailblazer and former NDP leader, dies at 77
Former federal NDP leader Alexa McDonough, a political trailblazer who paved the way for women in politics, died Saturday in Halifax at the age of 77.
These are the most in-demand skills for Canadian job-seekers
As the job market continues to evolve amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report suggests that employers are looking for candidates with skills that weren't as relevant prior to 2020, including virtual customer service experience and skills in safety management.
Expect more worrisome variants after Omicron, scientists say
Get ready to learn more Greek letters. Scientists warn that Omicron's whirlwind advance practically ensures it won't be the last version of the coronavirus to worry the world.
Celine Dion cancels North American tour dates over health issue
Celine Dion has cancelled the remaining shows in the North American leg of her 'Courage World Tour' as she continues to recover from a recent health issue.
Red meat consumption and demand declining in Canada: report
According to a new report, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused meat consumption and demand to decline in Canada.
B.C. tsunami advisory lifted after underwater volcano erupts in Tonga
A tsunami advisory that was issued for parts of the B.C. coast, after an underwater volcano near Tonga erupted on Saturday, has been partially lifted.
Calgary
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'Vaccine is the way': Some Alberta truckers say the solution to the mandate issue is simple
Alberta's transportation minister says she is watching the unfolding situation involving the vaccine mandate for Canadian and U.S. truckers that could cause problems in the industry.
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NEW | Body found in northwest Calgary neighbourhood, homicide unit investigating
Calgary police are investigating after a body was found in the Thorncliffe community Saturday.
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Calgary greenhouse to be built this spring expects to provide thousands of pounds of fresh food year-round
The city of Calgary has a short growing season with its unpredictable climate, but a new year-round greenhouse being built this spring hopes to change that with a community-based food system.
Saskatoon
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GoFundMe page raises more than $25K for Sask. boy with rare genetic condition
A Martensville family is getting support from the community as their 15 month old son battles a rare genetic condition.
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Active COVID-19 cases nearly reach 11K in Sask., 1,114 new cases
Active COVID-19 cases in Saskatchewan reached 10,923, as the province reported 1,114 new cases for Saturday.
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Appointment of Sask Party member to SHA leadership position draws criticism
The appointment of a Saskatchewan Party member to the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Executive Leadership team is drawing criticism.
Regina
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'Fill the gap': Sask. student creates tool to track rapid test results, account for unreported COVID-19 cases
Saskatchewan’s recorded COVID-19 cases only reflect the positive results confirmed through a PCR test. However, one epidemiologist says this practice leaves too many cases unreported.
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Active COVID-19 cases nearly reach 11K in Sask., 1,114 new cases
Active COVID-19 cases in Saskatchewan reached 10,923, as the province reported 1,114 new cases for Saturday.
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RCMP searching for Sask. man and 7-year-old daughter
RCMP is requesting assistance locating a Saskatchewan man and his seven-year-old daughter.
Atlantic
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“We need people desperately”: Long-term care resident; advocate call for urgent solution to staffing shortages
Vicky Levack relies on a wheelchair to get around and has lived in long-term care for the past decade. She recently learned four residents at her facility, Aborstone Enhanced Care, have tested positive for COVID-19.
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New Brunswick enters Level 3 of COVID-19 winter plan, 113 people in hospital, one additional death reported
According to public health officials, 113 people are hospitalized with COVID-19 in New Brunswick, 12 of whom are in intensive care.
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Alexa McDonough, political trailblazer and former NDP leader, dies at 77
Former federal NDP leader Alexa McDonough, a political trailblazer who paved the way for women in politics, died Saturday in Halifax at the age of 77.
Toronto
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Big winter storm headed towards Ontario could dump 40 cm of snow in some areas
A significant winter storm is headed to Ontario that could dump up to 40 centimetres of snow in some regions and cause treacherous driving conditions.
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Ontario woman gets surgery date after having life-saving cancer procedure postponed repeatedly due to COVID-19
A 30-year-old Ontario woman whose cancer surgery was postponed multiple times because of COVID-19 has secured a new date for her procedure.
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Ontario hits record with nearly 4,000 people hospitalized with COVID-19
Ontario has set another record for the highest number of people in hospital with COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic.
Montreal
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Cecile Edith Klein, Canada's oldest person, has passed away at 114
Montreal-born centenarian Cecile Edith Klein passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 13. Born in 1907, she lived through many of planet earth’s most defining events. At the age of 114, she was the oldest living Canadian.
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SAQ employee allegedly punches customer multiple times after mask disagreement, police investigation underway
Quebec’s alcohol retailer, the SAQ, has suspended one of its cashiers who allegedly punched a customer multiple times in the head Thursday during a fight that started because they weren't wearing a mask. Both the SAQ and Montreal police have opened investigations.
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14-year-old boy brought to hospital with possible gunshot wounds: Montreal police
A 14-year-old boy was rushed to hospital Saturday evening with what Montreal police fear may be gunshot wounds, though that has not yet been confirmed.
Ottawa
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WINTER STORM WATCH | Winter storm could dump 25 to 40 cm of snow on Ottawa Monday
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Kitchener
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Pharmacists concerned about safety after multiple armed robberies in Waterloo Region
Safety is a concern at three local pharmacies, as police investigate a string of armed robberies in the Region.
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Police investigate armed robbery in Cambridge
Waterloo regional police are investigating an armed robbery at a gas station in Cambridge on Saturday.
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Kitchener Rangers fans create unique signs to support the team
While COVID-19 restrictions force the Kitchener Rangers to play in front of empty seats, the club has offered fans another way to cheer on their favourite team.
