You can meet Toronto Maple Leafs 'legends' downtown this weekend. Here's how

In this Friday, April 7, 1990 file photo, St. Louis Blues goalie Curtis Joseph makes a leg save against the Toronto Maple Leafs' Ed Olczyk (16) while teammate Wendel Clark (17) looks on during first period action of their NHL playoff game in St. Louis. The NHL hasn't had best-of-five playoff series since 1986. (AP Photo/Andy Hoekstra, File)

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Halifax-area wildfire still out of control, 'many' structures destroyed

Officials say a wildfire that began in the Upper Tantallon, N.S., area Sunday afternoon is ongoing and still not under control.

Thick plumes of heavy smoke fill the Halifax sky as an out-of-control fire in a suburban community quickly spread, engulfing multiple homes and forcing the evacuation of local residents on Sunday May 28, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Kelly Clark

Provinces must seek anti-smoking measures in Big Tobacco settlement: health groups

Three national health organizations want Canada's premiers to push for initiatives to reduce smoking during settlement negotiations with major tobacco companies, years after provinces sued to recoup health-care costs.

Election day: Alberta voters go to the polls, expected nail-biter between UCP, NDP

It’s election day in Alberta in what polls suggest could be a nail-biter finish between the province's two dominant parties.

A Southwest pilot had to crawl into the cockpit window after the flight deck door was locked

It's never fun to be locked out – whether it's from your house, your car, or a commercial airliner.

Here are some travel tips from a former flight attendant, pilot

Upcoming summer vacations could mean trips to the airport. These tips from a former flight attendant could make the process go smoother.

Canadian companies adopt 'stay interviews' as workers rethink careers, needs

The discussions, which some companies call 'stay interviews,' are designed to collect feedback from employees and are aimed at learning what the company can do to retain valued team members and keep them happy.

Nova Scotia's modern 'gold rush' poses huge risk to climate, expert warns

Nova Scotia is embarking on what many are calling its fourth gold rush — but instead of panhandling for chunks of gold, mining operations in the province today consist of massive tailings ponds, enormous open pits extracting small traces of gold and a climate toll that one expert says we’re not properly tracking.

Teen driver in critical condition after crashing into a concrete wall in Saint-Leonard

A teenage driver is in critical condition in the hospital after he crashed his vehicle into a concrete wall and then another vehicle in Montreal's Saint-Leonard borough. Montreal police (SPVM) reports that a 911 call at 1:40 a.m. notified officers about a collision on Langelier Boulevard near Lavoisier Boulevard.
Laval crosswalk ignored by motorists 'like it's not even there,' local family says

A Laval, Que. family says a crosswalk in front of their house is an accident waiting to happen. They say too many cars don't stop, leading them to worry each time their child has to cross the street. "It's as if it's not even there," said resident Chris Horell, who lives near to the intersection of Saint-Martin Blvd W and Dutrisac St.
'Precious' musical instruments removed from Montreal heritage building after fire

A pair of valuable musical instruments have been removed from a Montreal heritage building that caught fire last week, raising hopes that they can be saved to play again. Simon Blanchet, programming director at the Chapelle du Bon-Pasteur, said Sunday a Fazioli concert grand piano and a 1772 Kirckman harpsichord were both removed from the concert venue inside the chapel of the 19th century former monastery a day earlier.

London

Masked suspects wanted by police after bank robberies

OPP are looking to identify two suspects after bank robberies in Lambton County and Grey Highlands.
Two people charged following east London assault

Around 1:45 a.m. on Friday, police say a man walked by two people he didn't know, a man and a woman, and the man asked him for money.
OPP investigating fatal crash in Oxford County

A caller to CTV News reported that the crash may have involved a school bus. Police have not confirmed the information.

Kitchener

'Momma, are they going to kill us?’: Guelph, Ont. mother recounts family's escape from Sudan conflict

Rania Mukhtar is still processing her recent trip to Sudan, which was interrupted by the outbreak of military conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
House hit with gunfire in Brantford, shell casings found: police

Brantford police are looking into reports of shots fired after a home was allegedly hit with gunfire.
Guelph police looking for driver in stolen truck after 3 hit and runs

Guelph police say they’re looking for the driver of a white Chevrolet pickup that was involved in three hit and runs on Friday evening.

Northern Ontario

Sudbury police say missing woman found in good health

A missing Sudbury woman has been found in good health after a massive search in the Valley East area last week, police say.
Halifax-area wildfire still out of control, 'many' structures destroyed

Officials say a wildfire that began in the Upper Tantallon, N.S., area Sunday afternoon is ongoing and still not under control.
Engaged couple shot dead fleeing landlord after house dispute near Hamilton, Ont., police say

A 'truly innocent' engaged couple was shot dead while attempting to flee their attacker outside their home after a landlord-tenant dispute escalated on Saturday night, according to police.

Ottawa

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NEW THIS MORNING | Summer construction season set to begin in Ottawa

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and several councillors will outline the 2023 construction season projects during a media conference on Slater Street at 10:30 a.m., including potential traffic impacts.
Runners suffer heat exhaustion, injuries during a hot Ottawa Race Weekend

There was an entire operation set up by the Ottawa Hospital, only steps from the finish line for Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend with more than 100 health professionals ready for anything that could go wrong this weekend.
Hot and sunny week ahead for Ottawa

Environment Canada’s weather forecast calls for sunshine and a high of 26 C on Monday.

Windsor

Motorcyclist charged after crash in Lakeshore

Essex County OPP have charged a motorcyclist after a crash in Lakeshore.
Transit Windsor buses might have more senior riders next week: Here’s why

Transit Windsor is offering rides for a loonie for seniors next week.
Damage estimated at $20,000 after shed fire

Windsor fire officials say damage is estimated at $20,000 after a shed fire in east Windsor.

Barrie

Honda Canada announces historic milestone at Alliston, Ont. manufacturing plant

Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) is celebrating a "historic milestone" on Monday, announcing it manufactured its 10 millionth vehicle, a 2023 CR-V Touring Hybrid, at the production plant in Alliston, Ont.
Emergency declared in Meaford after destructive fire sparks environmental concerns

The Municipality of Meaford has declared an emergency days after a fire tore through an automotive shop, causing water safety concerns for the community.
Police investigate break-in at Barrie thrift store

Police are investigating an early morning break-in at a thrift store in Barrie.

Atlantic

Halifax-area wildfire still out of control, 'many' structures destroyed

Officials say a wildfire that began in the Upper Tantallon, N.S., area Sunday afternoon is ongoing and still not under control.
'Sparks flying everywhere': Thousands of residents evacuated due to Halifax-area wildfire

A wildfire has damaged and destroyed several homes in the Halifax area and forced the evacuation of approximately 14,000 residents, according to fire officals.
Air quality alerts issued in Nova Scotia as wildfires burn

Environment Canada has issued air quality alerts for Shelburne County and western Halifax County due to the presence of wildfire smokes.

Calgary

Calgary in the spotlight as Albertans head to the polls

Alberta electors who have yet to cast their ballots will head to the polls on Monday following a gruelling and contentious campaign trail from both the United Conservative Party and the Alberta NDP.
Giraffe at Calgary zoo died from a broken neck, investigation reveals

Officials with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo have released more information about the death of Emara, a 12-year-old Masai giraffe, earlier this month.
Election day: Alberta voters go to the polls, expected nail-biter between UCP, NDP

It’s election day in Alberta in what polls suggest could be a nail-biter finish between the province's two dominant parties.

Winnipeg

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BREAKING | Body of 12-year-old boy who fell into Sturgeon Falls found

The body of a 12-year-old boy who fell into Sturgeon Falls on Saturday has been found.
'We are not filling a dumpster in 24 hours': The illegal dumping problem in Point Douglas

Residents in Point Douglas say their area has become a dumping ground for the rest of the city's unwanted garbage, and want more done to get rid of the piles of trash accumulating in the central-Winnipeg neighbourhood.
Woman dead after rollover in Sandy Hook

A 23-year-old Winnipeg woman is dead after a highway rollover the community of Sandy Hook Sunday.

Vancouver

‘It’s nowhere that I’m happy to call home’: City survey finds private SROs unaffordable

A survey by Vancouver city staff has concluded that SROs, or single room occupancy buildings — often deemed a last resort for housing — are becoming increasingly unaffordable for those on income assistance.
Election day: Alberta voters go to the polls, expected nail-biter between UCP, NDP

It’s election day in Alberta in what polls suggest could be a nail-biter finish between the province's two dominant parties.
West Vancouver council voting on naming new fitness park after drowning victim

On Monday, West Vancouver mayor and council will vote on a motion to name a new fitness park after Keen Lau, who drowned while trying to save Labrador Loki from Cypress Creek. And they will hear from Loki’s dog walker Sandra Smith, who is advocating for changes to the creek.

Edmonton

Election day: Alberta voters go to the polls, expected nail-biter between UCP, NDP

It’s election day in Alberta in what polls suggest could be a nail-biter finish between the province's two dominant parties.
Some of the memorable comments made during Alberta election campaign

Candidates for both the United Conservative Party and New Democrats have been campaigning over the last four weeks for their party to form the next Alberta government. Here are some memorable quotes from the campaign.
WEATHER
WEATHER | Josh Classen's forecast: Warm with scattered showers and thunderstorms

An unsettled pattern headlines the forecast for the first half of this week.

You can meet Toronto Maple Leafs 'legends' downtown this weekend. Here's how

You can meet Toronto Maple Leafs 'legends' downtown this weekend. Here's how

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NEW THIS MORNING | Summer construction season set to begin in Ottawa

BREAKING | Body of 12-year-old boy who fell into Sturgeon Falls found

WEATHER | Josh Classen's forecast: Warm with scattered showers and thunderstorms