Off-duty Toronto cop charged after allegedly crashing into parked car, refusing breath sample

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Canadians want revenge on Bernardo, but that's not how prison works: ex-official

One of the architects of the law that governs Canada's prison system says it's understandable people want revenge on killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo, but that's not what the prison system is designed for.

Paul Bernardo is shown in this courtroom sketch during Ontario court proceedings via video link in Napanee, Ont., on Oct. 5, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Greg Banning

Prince Harry back in court for second day of grilling over U.K. tabloid claims

Prince Harry was back in the witness box at the High Court in London on Wednesday for a second day of grilling over his allegations that British tabloids targeted him with phone-hacking and other unlawful behaviour.

Have questions about the wildfires spreading across Canada? We want to hear from you

Wildfires currently burning across parts of Canada are some of the most severe ever witnessed, and experts say the 'unprecedented' fire season will become the new normal. CTVNews.ca wants to hear from Canadians with questions about wildfires, including their health impacts and how to stay safe.

Bank of Canada to announce interest rate decision this morning

The Bank of Canada is set to announce its interest rate decision this morning as speculation about another rate hike heats up.

Canadian forest fire centre responds to unprecedented wildfire season

With 415 active wildfires across the country as of Tuesday afternoon, and 238 were considered out of control, it has meant long hours for people working at the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre trying to figure out where firefighters and equipment are needed most at any given time.

Canadians want revenge on Bernardo, but that's not how prison works: ex-official

One of the architects of the law that governs Canada's prison system says it's understandable people want revenge on killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo, but that's not what the prison system is designed for.
Westmount nail salon targeted by suspected arson: Montreal police

Montreal police (SPVM) are investigating a case of suspected arson after a nail salon in Westmount caught fire early Wednesday morning.
Quebec wilderness outfitters hit hard by fires and forest access ban

Quebec's massive wildfires have forced most of the province's wilderness outfitters to shut down during one of their busiest seasons. While some have been closed due to active fires, dozens of others have been forced to cancel reservations by a government order limiting access to forests in much of the province.

London

'Widespread smoke' prompts special air quality statement

As wildfires continue to burn in Northern Ontario and Quebec, a special air quality statement has been issued for London and surrounding areas.
'We are trying to get to Grand Bend': G2 driver charged after travelling 60 km/h over the speed limit

An 18 year old from Kitchener, Ont. is facing stunt driving charges after OPP clocked them allegedly speeding 150 km/h because they were 'trying to get to Grand Bend.'
Vigil for Afzaal family hears Islamophobia promises made by province and feds still unfulfilled

Two years after four members of the Afzaal Family were killed in an apparently deliberate attack, words haven’t always translated into action.

Kitchener

Wildfire smoke from Quebec, northern Ontario lingers in K-W

A haze is lingering in the air and there’s a faint smell of smoke in areas across southwestern Ontario as wildfires continue to burn in Quebec and northern Ontario.
Trustee brings school board to court over temporary suspension for alleged breach of conduct

A trustee with the Waterloo Region District School Board brought the board to court on Tuesday, arguing that a suspension handed to him in 2022 was unfair and unreasonable.
OPP turn to Six Nations residence in search for Amber Ellis

The search for Amber Ellis, a Hagersville woman reported missing in March 2021, is returning to the community where she was last seen.

Northern Ontario

3 people attacked by dog in Burlington, animal shot dead by police

A dog has been shot dead by police after three people were attacked in Burlington Tuesday afternoon, police say.
Travellers from 13 more countries now eligible to visit Canada without a visa

Canada is expanding the list of countries whose residents are eligible to visit this country without a travel visa.
Two winning tickets sold for Tuesday's $70 million Lotto Max jackpot

Two lucky lottery ticket holders in British Columbia and Ontario will split the $70 million Lotto Max jackpot.

Ottawa

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Special Air Quality Statement | Wildfire smoke blankets Ottawa for a third day

Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Ottawa, with the air quality at 10+ "very high risk" at 6 a.m.
Ottawa plans to hire 120 new paramedics after record 1,806 'Level Zero' events in 2022

The city of Ottawa is looking to hire 120 new paramedics over the next three years, as the service deals with a record number of 'Level Zero' events, paramedics wait longer to transfer patients in hospitals and the service sees "unprecedented increases" in call volumes.
After years of delays, ground breaks on the future Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Ottawa

It's the opening act, with guitar-shaped shovels in the ground for the future Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa.

Windsor

Man arrested, charged with assaulting a police officer

Just before 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, officers responded to a traffic complaint on Lorne Avenue from callers who said a man was following them.
OPP investigating $50,000 jewelry theft

OPP are investigating the theft of $50,000 worth of jewelry from a home in Tecumseh. Around 10 p.m. on May 20, police say someone entered a home on Northfield Way and took the jewelry.
Active police investigation continues Wednesday on Northway Ave

Windsor police are on the scene of an active investigation near a new housing development in the city’s west end.

Barrie

Smoke from wildfires sparks health concerns across Simcoe Muskoka

Environment Canada's special air quality statement remains in effect, and will persist into the weekend, as high levels of air pollution developed in the region due to forest fire smoke.
Mandatory management order lifted at Collingwood LTC home

A mandatory management order at Sunset Manor in Collingwood has been lifted.
No injuries after potential firearm-related incident in Innisfil

No injuries were reported after an incident in Innisfil Tuesday evening.

Atlantic

Barrington Lake wildfire 'being held,' not expected to move weather permitting

A record-size wildfire in Shelburne County, N.S., isn’t likely to move if conditions don't change, officials say.
'They lost everything': Halifax evacuees grapple with new normal

Officials gave the outside world its first look inside the destruction from the Halifax-area wildfires Tuesday.
Nova Scotia estimates up to 100,000 people affected by online security breach

As many as 100,000 Nova Scotians may have had sensitive personal information stolen in a global privacy breach affecting a file transfer system used by the provincial government, officials confirmed Tuesday.

Calgary

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BREAKING | Emergency crews called to crash on Highway 2 south of Calgary

At least one person is in life-threatening condition following a crash on Highway 2 south of the city, officials have confirmed.
Cenovus fined after wastewater release from former Husky-owned pipeline

Cenovus Energy is facing a fine over a release of wastewater into a wetland.
Proposal to increase number of city councillors in Calgary stalls out, but will see further consideration

Tuesday night, councillors debated a proposal that could have seen their numbers grow by as many as six before the end of the decade.

Winnipeg

Car crash causing Wednesday morning road closures on Main Street

A section of Main Street is closed on Wednesday morning following a car crash in the area.
Religious teachings at St. James school to be allowed next year following vote by board of trustees

Some students at an elementary school in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division will be receiving 30 minutes of religious teaching next year after the board of trustees passed a bylaw Tuesday evening.
Manitoba Crown corporation explains departures of senior executives

Manitoba's Crown-owned vehicle insurance corporation offered more details Tuesday on recent turmoil that has seen the departure of senior executives and a big jump in the cost of technology upgrades.

Vancouver

B.C. prepares for fire evacuations, displacements amid healthcare staffing crisis

The officials tasked with preparing for and responding to natural disasters in the province are bracing for widespread evacuations of B.C. communities amid tinder-dry conditions that are already prompting dire wildfire predictions.
Drinking alcohol will be allowed in some Burnaby parks this summer

Visitors will be able to legally drink booze in some Burnaby parks starting June 23, as city councillors voted in favour of an alcohol in parks pilot project on Monday.
Vancouver lifeguard shortage not to blame for reduced West End pool hours, park board says

The chair of the Vancouver Park Board says he has received several complaints since expanded hours at Second Beach Pool went away.

Edmonton

'We never give up': RCMP helicopter joins search for 14-year-old boy in North Saskatchewan River

An RCMP helicopter is assisting with the search for the 14-year-old boy who went missing in the North Saskatchewan River nearly 48 hours ago.
Canadian forest fire centre responds to unprecedented wildfire season

With 415 active wildfires across the country as of Tuesday afternoon, and 238 were considered out of control, it has meant long hours for people working at the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre trying to figure out where firefighters and equipment are needed most at any given time.
Winless at home in two straight seasons, Elks embracing culture change in 2023

Culture change. Those two words best describe what the Edmonton Elks wanted to accomplish going into the 2023 season.

Off-duty Toronto cop charged after allegedly crashing into parked car, refusing breath sample

Off-duty Toronto cop charged after allegedly crashing into parked car, refusing breath sample

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Special Air Quality Statement | Wildfire smoke blankets Ottawa for a third day

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