Coyote thief makes off with Edmonton family's trail camera
Surveillance footage outside a family's home in west Edmonton captured a unique coyote visit last week.
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Alberta worker advocacy group applauds Ottawa's 10-day sick leave bill, calls on province to follow suit
Alberta's largest worker advocacy group wants the province to 'step up' and provide paid sick leave after Ottawa announced the measure for federally-regulated employees.
Edmonton Christmas Market wraps up first weekend
The annual Edmonton Christmas Market had a busy opening weekend as Edmontonians had the chance to shop local.
'It's very jolly': Spreading cheer with Kingsway holiday parade
Edmontonians were treated to music, dance and candy at the Kingsway District Association’s holiday parade.
Gas prices drop at most pumps in Edmonton
Gas prices shed a few cents across Edmonton on Sunday as experts forecast costs to creep upward later this week.
Silent Santa visits help spread inclusive holiday cheer
Santa and Mrs. Claus made a special appearance Sunday at Londonderry Mall to ensure children got a visit in a sensory-friendly environment.
'Not something to play around with': Experts assessing potential impact of Omicron variant
As jurisdictions worldwide take precautions to prevent the spread of the new Omicron variant, health experts are scrambling to figure out much of an impact it could have on Alberta.
Round dance flash mob takes over Edmonton mall
A flash mob, Indigenous singing, and a flurry of orange shirts surprised shoppers at Kingsway Mall Sunday afternoon.
Highway 1 in Abbotsford closed Sunday due to flooding
A major highway in the Fraser Valley closed at 5 p.m. Sunday afternoon due to the threat of flooding, according to the provincial government.
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Restrictions tighten around the globe due to omicron variant
Ontario confirms two cases of the omicron variant as other countries announce restrictions. CTV’s Heather Butts reports.
Fraser Valley endures 120 millimeters of rain amid recovery
B.C. faces heavy rainfall as the province enters its second week of recovery. CTV’s Heather Wright reports.
Flood watch in effect for portions of Vancouver Island
A flood watch is in effect for large portions of British Columbia, including Vancouver Island. CTV’s Kevin Gallagher reports.
U.S. airports crowded on busiest travel day amid pandemic
Airports are crowded as travellers are on the move after U.S. Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic. CTV’s Richard Madan reports.
Video shows two Black teens being violently arrested in Que.
Police in Quebec City are facing questions after video of them violently arresting two Black teens surfaced.
Do you need a COVID-19 booster? This expert says who does
Omar Khan, assist. professor at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering, explains how boosters work and how they help fight against the newer COVID-19 variants.
Trust comes from 'tangible action': Eyre on sexual assaults
Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Wayne Eyre discusses how he will address the ongoing issue of sexual assault and harassment in the military.
Minister lays out how feds will tackle inflation crisis
Families Minister Karina Gould discusses how the government will deal with the inflation crisis.
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Queen Elizabeth's Windsor Castle gets Christmas makeover
The royal residence of Queen Elizabeth II has decked the halls with dazzling decorations. ABC's Julia MacFarlane reports.
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Take a look at the fascinating phenomenon that was spotted on Lake Manitoba.
Smudge the Blades counters racism in hockey
An Indigenous-owned company fights racism in hockey with by incorporating First Nations culture into its apparel. CTV’s Creeson Agecoutay reports.
Ottawa Tourism offers trips to 'Jeopardy!' contestants
Two contestants on 'Jeopardy!' didn't know where the Rideau Canal was located. CTV's Dave Charbonneau with reaction from Ottawa residents.
'When Harry Met Santa': Norway Christmas ad marks milestone
A Christmas ad in Norway showing Santa Claus with a boyfriend is celebrating the 50-year milestone of homosexuality being decriminalized.
Watch this condor take flight after its recovery in Peru
Members of Peru's National Forestry and Wildlife Service looked on as an endangered condor that was treated for poisoning took flight.
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Ontario reports first two cases of omicron COVID-19 variant
Two people from Ottawa who returned from a trip to Nigeria have tested positive for the new COVID-19 variant of concern that was first detected in southern Africa, Ontario health officials reported Sunday.
Fresh flooding prompts new evacuations in Abbotsford, B.C., as water spills in from Wash. state
The Nooksack River in Washington state has overtopped its dike, and the City of Abbotsford is expecting floodwaters to cross the U.S. border, Mayor Henry Braun said Sunday afternoon.
B.C. prepared to use Alert Ready notification system as storms continue, minister says
B.C. officials urged residents to avoid all non-essential travel as the province deals with the second in a string of three storms and prepares for the final one.
World's first electric tundra buggy used for polar bear spotting in Churchill, Man.
The world's first electric tundra buggy is now being used to take tourists to see polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba.
Japan bans entry of foreign visitors as omicron spreads
Japan announced Monday it will suspend entry of all foreign visitors from around the world as a new coronavirus variant spreads, prompting an increasing number of countries to tighten their borders.
WHO says it's not yet clear if omicron causes more severe disease
The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Sunday that it is not yet clear if the new omicron coronavirus variant is more transmissible compared to other SARS-CoV-2 variants or if it causes more severe disease.
As Barbados heads toward a republic, some wonder why it matters
As Barbados prepares to form a republic and remove the British queen as its sovereign, some residents in the capital Bridgetown on Sunday acknowledged they remained confused about what the change means and how it will affect them.
Omicron variant: Travel bans must be backed up by 'data driven' testing, expert says
Travel bans implemented on seven southern African countries in a bid to keep the new omicron COVID-19 variant out of Canada must be backed up with more stringent testing and tracing at the border, according to an expert in the field.
Merriam-Webster chooses 'vaccine' as the 2021 word of the year
With an expanded definition to reflect the times, Merriam-Webster has declared an omnipresent truth as its 2021 word of the year: vaccine.
Calgary
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Calgarians see drop in gas prices at the pumps
This Sunday could be a great day for Calgary drivers to fill up their tanks as gas prices in the city are down about six cents per litre.
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Pedestrians were victims of a hit-and-run, Calgary police say
Calgary police say two pedestrians were sent to hospital after they were struck by a sedan fleeing the scene of a separate hit-and-run Saturday evening.
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Man stabbed at playground, sent to hospital
A man is in hospital in serious condition after being stabbed Sunday afternoon at a school playground.
Saskatoon
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How the Saskatoon Jewish community is celebrating Hanukkah
Sunday marks the first day of Hanukkah, and the Saskatoon Jewish community has started to celebrate the festival of lights.
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Huskies off to Vanier Cup after thrilling victory in final seconds of Uteck Bowl
The U of S Huskies football team is off to the Vanier Cup after a 14-10 thrilling win over the Montreal Carabins in the U-Teck Bowl.
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Riders versus Stamps: Here is your West Semi-Final game day guide
Saskatchewan Roughriders (9-5) host the Calgary Stampeders (8-6), kicking off at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday at Mosaic Stadium in the CFL West Semi-Final.
Regina
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Sask. Roughriders clinch Western Final spot
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are heading to the CFL Western Final after beating the Calgary Stampeders in overtime.
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Sask. reports 52 new COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths
The Government of Saskatchewan reported 52 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, along with four new deaths.
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Regina Santa Claus Parade returns after year away
After a year without a parade due to the pandemic, a favourite tradition has returned to the Queen City.
Atlantic
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Concern grows in Cape Breton as region braces for more potential rain
Another significant rainfall is being forecast for Monday for much of mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton.
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‘I’d like to see it done before Christmas’: N.B. government still trying to reach agreement with nurses
A strike vote is looming for the New Brunswick Nurses Union, after the rejection of two tentative agreements this fall.
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Prince Edward Island reports five new cases of COVID-19, Prince County cluster grows
Health officials in Prince Edward Island are reporting five new cases of COVID-19.
Toronto
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Ontario reports first two cases of omicron COVID-19 variant
Two people from Ottawa who returned from a trip to Nigeria have tested positive for the new COVID-19 variant of concern that was first detected in southern Africa, Ontario health officials reported Sunday.
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Ontario records highest number of new COVID-19 cases in months with 964 infections logged
Health officials in Ontario are reporting 964 new cases of COVID-19, marking the highest number of infections reported in a single day since May 30 when 1,033 cases were identified.
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Toronto police warn of suspicious drug linked to two overdose deaths in Deer Park
Toronto police are warning the public about a suspicious drug linked to two overdose deaths in the city's Deer Park neighbourhood on Sunday.
Montreal
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Video shows Quebec City police hitting and shoving snow in Black youth's face while pinned, investigation ongoing
The Quebec City Police Department (SPVQ) announced Saturday evening that it has opened an investigation into a violent arrest involving young Black teenagers. The video of the event circulating on social networks shows police officers hitting and forcing snow into the face of minors.
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Habs GM Marc Bergevin 'relieved' from duties
The Montreal Canadiens have fired general manager Marc Bergevin as the team finds itself mired in on-ice struggles mere months after advancing to the 2021 Stanley Cup final.
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When health emergencies collide: mother, toddler and baby brother get medical care under one roof
A Montreal couple and their two young children are recovering from a whirlwind of recent health challenges, and are crediting the MUHC for going to great lengths to provide them care under one roof to keep their family together.
Kitchener
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'These statistics are erroneous': Local hospitals dealing with misinformation on COVID-19 vaccines causing stillbirths
Grand River Hospital and St. Mary’s General Hospital say misinformation is circulating online, reporting an increase in stillbirths in Waterloo region related to the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Protesters call for action and compassion after crews dismantle encampment in Kitchener
Roughly 200 people attended a protest on Sunday at the site of a Kitchener encampment that was dismantled by the Region of Waterloo earlier in the week.
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Ontario records highest number of new COVID-19 cases in months with 964 infections logged
Health officials in Ontario are reporting 964 new cases of COVID-19, marking the highest number of infections reported in a single day since May 30 when 1,033 cases were identified.
