COVID-19 in Alberta: 349 new cases, 1 death on Friday as hospitalizations hit 3-month low
Friday was the third straight day the number of new cases has declined after being in the 200s the three days before.
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Edmontonians lukewarm about tax increase, survey shows one-third OK with 1.8 per cent hike
A survey shows more than half of Edmontonians do not want to see a tax increase or would prefer a decrease.
40,000 Alberta kids aged 5-11 now vaccinated, but advocates concerned about equal access
A little more than a week after COVID-19 vaccine bookings opened for Alberta kids aged 5-11, more than 40,000 had received their first dose by Friday.
Kraken take early lead, hold off Oilers for 4-3 victory
Though it took a little more than a month to find a style of play that would lead to success, the expansion Seattle Kraken are now rolling.
Man charged in connection with firearm incident at Wetaskiwin, Alta., business
A man who stormed a central Alberta business and pointed a firearm at two employees this week faces several firearms-related charges.
Homicide detectives investigate suspicious death in Balwin
The Edmonton Police Service is investigating after a man was found dead at a home they were called out to for a weapons complaint.
Man pleads guilty after strangling, attacking Edmonton mother outside of her children's daycare
Rocky Rabbit, 30, pleaded guilty in Alberta Provincial Court in Edmonton to aggravated assault and overcoming resistance by choking.
Right-wing activists are openly 'weaponizing' Twitter's new private media policy
Twitter acknowledged on Friday that a new policy it unveiled this week to protect users from harassment is being abused by malicious actors — days after journalists, left-wing activists and self-described 'sedition hunters' reported their accounts had been locked for sharing publicly available images of anti-maskers, anti-vaccine protesters and suspected Capitol insurrectionists.
Online auctions cater to Beliebers looking for Tim Hortons merch
A tie-in to a major promotion from Canadian coffee giant Tim Hortons and singing superstar Justin Bieber has some people looking to turn a profit on the limited-edition merchandise.
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Heavy rain prompts new evacuation order near Mission, B.C.
Princeton, B.C. Mayor Spencer Coyne speaks on the flood situation in his town, and calls on the federal government to help fund rebuilding.
One dead, 35 injured after volcano eruption in Indonesia
Labs worldwide study Omicron variant as it spreads globally
Scientists study the Omicron variant as the COVID-19 variant spreads across the world. Genevieve Beauchemin reports.
Feds release new guidelines for boosters amid variant
NACI released new guidance on the use of third doses for the COVID-19 vaccines. CTV’s Creeson Agecoutay reports.
High-end car thefts on the rise with common device
Police have identified a new way for car thieves to track and steal vehicles. John Vennavally-Rao reports.
'Snake burglar' pulls off ridiculous $8K heist in California
This man allegedly stole $8,000 from a safe in California without setting off any of the store's motion-triggered alarms.
Huge molten boulder slides down lava stream in Spain
Spain's Geological and Mining Institute (IGME) released footage of a huge molten boulder sliding down the Cumbre Vieja volcano in La Palma.
These expressive robots are the most advanced in the world
The company behind 'Ameca' says the android is meant for human-robot interaction and could be used as a platform for A.I.
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Security cameras captured a family of bears playing in Campbell River, B.C.
6-year-old's electrifying pre-game pep talk goes viral
Six-year-old Callan Perks is receiving widespread acclaim over his electrifying pre-game speech to the OHL's Peterborough Petes.
Ont. man thanks community after long battle with COVID-19
After spending 91 days in hospital with COVID-19 complications, an Ontario man is marking a milestone by thanking the people who saved his life.
Rick Mercer reflects on his career, comedy in politics
Comedian Rick Mercer speaks about his new memoir, 'Talking to Canadians,' and reflects on his lengthy career in Canadian media.
Cumbre Vieja volcano erupts in Spain
Watch the moment when the Cumbre Vieja volcano located on the island of La Palma in Spain erupted on Dec. 1.
Dec. 2, 1989: McLaughlin elected as first woman to lead NDP
Taking over from outgoing leader Ed Broadbent, McLaughlin became the first woman to lead a major federal party in Canada.
Ont. family recreates 'Home Alone' house for charity
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'I'm looking at summer 2022:' Experts divided on travel as Omicron spreads, restrictions grow
Experts are divided on whether travel is advisable in light of the Omicron variant spurring restrictions at the border and new travel bans leading into the holiday season.
Bond set at combined US$1M after parents of Michigan school shooting suspect enter pleas
A judge imposed a combined US$1 million bond Saturday for the parents of the Michigan teen charged with killing four students at Oxford High School, hours after police said they were caught hiding in a commercial building.
The shooter 'methodically and deliberately' fired at students. A timeline of a school shooting tragedy
Authorities say at least 30 shots were fired, killing four students and wounding six other teenagers along with one teacher before the alleged shooter -- a student at Oxford High school -- was detained by police with rounds still in his handgun.
Protestors block railway near Montreal in solidarity with Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs
Quebec protestors erected a blockade Saturday morning across a strip of Canadian National (CN) rail south of Montreal in solidarity with Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs in the midst of an ongoing standoff with the RCMP and a major oil and gas company in B.C.
Hamilton Ont. confirms first case of COVID-19 Omicron variant
Hamilton health officials are confirming the city’s first case of the Omicron variant.
Ontario reports more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for second day straight
COVID-19 cases in Ontario spiked above 1,000 for the second straight day on Saturday as the number of infections in the province continues to rise.
Quebec COVID-19 cases spike again with 1,512 new infections
Quebec reported 1,512 new coronavirus cases on Saturday, the largest single-day increase in several months.
'Feels like I'm being punished': Confusion over ArriveCAN app forces Canadian travellers into quarantine
Several fully vaccinated Canadians have been forced to quarantine for two weeks after returning from day trips to the U.S. and failing to pre-register on the ArriveCAN app, a requirement for re-entry.
'Exciting opportunity' for ministers of housing, mental health to join forces: Expert
There is an 'exciting opportunity' for the new housing minister and mental health and addictions minister to work together at the intersection of homelessness and mental health, says an expert.
Calgary
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Firefighters bring blaze at hotel under control
The Calgary Fire Department responded to the scene of a fire at a hotel in northeast Calgary Saturday morning.
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Online auctions cater to Beliebers looking for Tim Hortons merch
A tie-in to a major promotion from Canadian coffee giant Tim Hortons and singing superstar Justin Bieber has some people looking to turn a profit on the limited-edition merchandise.
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Investigation ongoing into robbery at northeast Calgary vape shop
Police are looking for suspects after they say a smoke and vape shop was robbed at gunpoint on Friday evening.
Saskatoon
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Affordable housing lodge for Metis elders opens in Saskatoon
Metis elders in Saskatoon will now have a place to call home.
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No injuries in single vehicle rollover in Saskatoon
The Saskatoon Fire Department attended a single vehicle rollover at Circle Drive and Highway 11 Friday afternoon.
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Sask. mother who killed newborn daughter sentenced to 6 years
A judge handed down a six-year sentence for a Kindersley woman who killed her newborn daughter.
Regina
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Resignation of SHA CEO raises questions as search for replacement begins
A public policy consultant says it is not necessary for the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) to disclose the reasons behind former CEO Scott Livingstone’s departure.
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Partial costs of Sask. COVID-19 hospital treatments, airlifts add up to more than $100M
The Government of Saskatchewan has been billed for some of the costs associated with COVID-19 patient transfers to Ontario hospitals.
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'Stay the course': Sask. physicians hoping province maintains COVID-19 measures to ease potential 5th wave
Saskatchewan’s physicians are encouraging the province to “stay the course” with its current public health measures, as a way to reduce the severity of a fifth wave of COVID-19.
Atlantic
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New Brunswick to enter level one of COVID-19 winter plan at midnight
New Brunswick will enter into level one of its COVID-19 winter action plan as of 11:59 p.m. Saturday.
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Cumberland County man dies in single vehicle collision
An 82-year-old man has died following a collision in Cumberland County Saturday morning.
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Lunenburg County man dies in fatal ATV collision
A 66-year-old man from Lunenburg County has died following an ATV crash Saturday morning.
Toronto
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Ontario man who accidentally transferred $19,000 to stranger's account left for weeks without solution
An Ontario man says he has been fighting to get back $19,000 for months after making a 'simple mistake' while trying to transfer money between two of his bank accounts.
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Ontario reports more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for second day straight
COVID-19 cases in Ontario spiked above 1,000 for the second straight day on Saturday as the number of infections in the province continues to rise.
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LCBO advising Ontarians to start their holiday shopping early as shelves could be emptier this year
The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) is advising Ontarians to start their holiday alcohol shopping early as ongoing global supply chain issues may cause shelves to be emptier than usual this year.
Montreal
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Quebec COVID-19 cases spike again with 1,512 new infections
Quebec reported 1,512 new coronavirus cases on Saturday, the largest single-day increase in several months.
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Mental health crisis training will soon be mandatory for Quebec police
Next year, the Sûreté du Québec (SQ) will launch a mandatory training program to help its police officers intervene more effectively when dealing with a person suffering from psychological distress.
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Woman shot and injured in Côte Saint-Luc residence 'didn't know why'
A woman was hit by a bullet while sitting near a window in her Côte Saint-Luc residence at around 11 p.m. Friday night.
Kitchener
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Ontario reports more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for second day straight
COVID-19 cases in Ontario spiked above 1,000 for the second straight day on Saturday as the number of infections in the province continues to rise.
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Kids give insight in newly launched impaired driving campaign
A kid's perspective is a focal point in the latest impaired driving campaign launched by the Waterloo Regional Police Service in partnership with Ontario Provincial Police and MADD Canada.
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Police searching for missing 82-year-old from Kitchener
Police are asking for the public's help in locating an 82-year-old man from Kitchener.
