Calgary police investigate data breach involving vaccine verification app PORTpass

Hours before the Flames' first preseason game at the Saddledome on Sunday, PORTpass announced it was experiencing technical difficulties and told fans to bring paper copies of their vaccination record to the game instead.

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Canada should delay MAID for people with mental disorders: psychiatrists

Canada is not ready to expand medical assistance in dying for people with a mental disorder, leaving psychiatrists across the country 'incredibly concerned' about patients needing better access to care, including for addiction services, says a group representing the specialists across the country.

A man is silhouetted by steam from an underground grate as he makes his way through a crisp, cold morning in Toronto, Dec. 14, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Healer or dealer? Man charged in Toronto's biggest single-day drug and gun bust speaks out

The Toronto man accused in a large drug and gun bust is speaking out, saying on the stand at his trial that he’s a not a major drug dealer, but a 'bio-energy healer' who was as surprised as anyone to find dozens of guns and millions of dollars in drugs in his shared apartment.

Winnipeg man facing murder charge now accused of killing 3 more women over several months

Four Indigenous women in Winnipeg are believed to be dead at the hands of an alleged serial killer.

Nine out of 10 Canadians think a 2023 recession is at least 'somewhat likely': Nanos poll

Nine out of 10 Canadians believe there could be a recession in 2023, according to a new national survey, with four out of 10 calling it 'likely.'

What this week's big bank earnings say about the state of Canada's economy ahead of a possible recession

The Q4 2022 earnings reports from Canada's big banks are showing signs that the Canadian economy is slowing down ahead of a potential recession, with some signs of optimism.

Fiery train derailment closes southern Sask. highway: RCMP

A fiery train derailment closed a highway in southeast Saskatchewan on Thursday morning. A train derailed approximately two kilometres northwest of Macoun, Sask., forcing the closure of Highway 39 in both directions, RCMP said.

Exploring a tunnel deep below Niagara Falls

Turbines that once harnessed the powerful energy of Niagara Falls into a great source of electricity came to a halt years ago. But the secrets deep below the power station are coming to life once again. Visitors can now explore the former cathedral of power and a new tunnel that opens to a spectacular view of the falls.

W5 EXCLUSIVE

W5 EXCLUSIVE | Pivot Airlines crew back in Canada after being trapped in Dominican Republic since spring

The five-member Pivot Airlines crew, who had been detained in the Dominican Republic for almost eight months, is now back in Canada. An emotional airport reunion took place in a special pre-arrivals area of Toronto Pearson International Airport, as the two flight attendants, pilot, co-pilot and mechanic were greeted by family.

Passengers stuck on sweltering plane in Jamaica denied compensation by WestJet

WestJet has declined to provide compensation to passengers who were stuck in a sweltering airplane cabin in Jamaica earlier this month, claiming the flight was cancelled because of 'a security-related incident' outside the airline's control.

Edmonton

More shelter space coming, but some worry it is too late for Edmonton's vulnerable

Six people have died in encampments since the cold weather began, as the city and provincial governments prepare further shelter capacity.
Kaprizov's three-point game leads Wild to 5-3 victory over Oilers

Kirill Kaprizov had a goal and two assists to extend his career-best point streak to 10 games, and Joel Eriksson Ek added a goal and assist, leading the Minnesota Wild to a 5-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night.
Alberta reports 4 new influenza deaths, surpasses last seasons total

Four more Albertans have died from influenza, according to the latest data update from health officials bringing the total so far this season to 16. The 2021-22 flu season had a total of 14 deaths.

Vancouver

B.C. woman behind 'dystopian' commercial found 'death care' easier than health care

A Metro Vancouver woman who garnered national attention earlier this year is doing so again, posthumously, in a "disturbing" viral video that has prompted fierce criticism of a Canadian department store.
'I believe I had checked well enough': Worker at B.C. group home where Cree teen found dead in closet testifies

A worker at the B.C. group home where Traevon Desjarlais was found dead in his closet days after he went missing told a coroner's inquest he checked the teen's room repeatedly – but there was no sign of him.
Metchosin murder trial: One of accused no longer part of proceedings

The murder trial of two inmates accused of killing a Vancouver Island man after escaping a minimum security federal prison took a sudden turn this week.

Atlantic

Reported shootings at Fredericton trailer park, one person in custody

One person is in custody following a report of two shootings in a trailer park in Fredericton Friday morning.
Scrambling for aircraft in N.S. mass shooting, RCMP told to 'pound sand': official

Transcripts of calls between the RCMP and search and rescue officials in Halifax show an overall lack of understanding of what was required to have a military aircraft assist during the search for a gunman who killed 22 people in April 2020.
Mi'kmaq First Nation, environmental group work on creating zero-emission lobster boat

An environmental charity and Membertou First Nation in Nova Scotia are partnering to develop the first generation of electric lobster boats on the East Coast.

Vancouver Island

B.C. police watchdog finds grounds for charges against 3 RCMP officers in killing of Indigenous man

British Columbia's police watchdog has found reasonable grounds for charges against three Vancouver Island RCMP officers involved in the shooting death of an Indigenous man last year.
UVic students race submarine in international competition

Students at the University of Victoria are exploring and testing the perfect shape to break their next record in a unique sport. Their team consists of more than two dozen active members who design, build and race human-powered submarines.
Vancouver Island men facing 41 charges in 'significant' crackdown on Hells Angels in B.C.

Four men are facing dozens of charges after a years-long drug-trafficking investigation that police say disrupted the expansion of the Hells Angels motorcycle gang on Vancouver Island.

Toronto

Doug Ford scheduled to make an announcement Friday

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is scheduled to make an announcement alongside Minister of Energy Todd Smith Friday morning.
Healer or dealer? Man charged in Toronto's biggest single-day drug and gun bust speaks out

The Toronto man accused in a large drug and gun bust is speaking out, saying on the stand at his trial that he’s a not a major drug dealer, but a 'bio-energy healer' who was as surprised as anyone to find dozens of guns and millions of dollars in drugs in his shared apartment.
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W5 EXCLUSIVE | Pivot Airlines crew back in Canada after being trapped in Dominican Republic since spring

The five-member Pivot Airlines crew, who had been detained in the Dominican Republic for almost eight months, is now back in Canada. An emotional airport reunion took place in a special pre-arrivals area of Toronto Pearson International Airport, as the two flight attendants, pilot, co-pilot and mechanic were greeted by family.

Montreal

Quebec health minister asks nurses to come back to help struggling health-care system

The situation in Quebec's health-care system 'will continue to be difficult' in the coming weeks, Health Minister Christian Dube warned Thursday. He is calling on nurses to come and help out at busy Info-Santé 811 phone line, which received around 10,000 calls on Wednesday.
New Montreal clinic staffed by overtime nurses aims to ease ER pressures

A new clinic in Montreal’s east end celebrated its inauguration on Thursday. It’s staffed entirely by nurse practitioners clocking in on voluntary overtime with hopes the centre will relieve stress on the system. When it’s fully up and running, the clinic should help to relieve pressures on nearby emergency rooms at the Santa Cabrini and Masionneuve-Rosemont hospitals. On Thursday, both had occupancy rates at around 150 per cent.
Woman, 36, arrested in connection with attempted murder in Quebec City

A 36-year-old woman was arrested in Quebec City Friday night in connection with an attempted murder. A 911 call was made earlier that morning around 1:45 a.m. When police arrived on the scene, they discovered an elderly man with a head injury. He was transported to hospital in critical condition.

Ottawa

Ford: Ottawa LRT project 'stunk to high heaven'

Fallout from the damning Ottawa LRT public inquiry report continued on Thursday, with Premier Doug Ford saying the project "stunk to high heaven" and that senior city of Ottawa officials did a "terrible job."
National security officials planning for 2023 'Freedom Convoy' reboot: adviser to PM

The national security adviser to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says that senior officials are planning ahead for the possibility of another 'Freedom Convoy' protest in early 2023.
Mouse droppings found on pizza at Chelsea, Que. school

A western Quebec school board is warning parents of students at a Chelsea, Que. school that two pizzas delivered for a pizza lunch were contaminated with mouse feces.

Kitchener

Kitchener Lions Club scaling down Christmas display, cites safety issues

The Christmas Fantasy light display in Victoria Park will be scaled back this holiday season, with organizers citing past vandalism and safety concerns.
W5 EXCLUSIVE
W5 EXCLUSIVE | Pivot Airlines crew back in Canada after being trapped in Dominican Republic since spring

The five-member Pivot Airlines crew, who had been detained in the Dominican Republic for almost eight months, is now back in Canada. An emotional airport reunion took place in a special pre-arrivals area of Toronto Pearson International Airport, as the two flight attendants, pilot, co-pilot and mechanic were greeted by family.
Two taken to hospital, police investigated reported stabbing in Kitchener

Waterloo regional police are investigating a reported stabbing in Kitchener, and say two people were taken to hospital Thursday night.

Saskatoon

Sask. Penitentiary placed guards on leave after alleged assault, FSIN says

Four correctional officers were placed on leave after allegedly assaulting an inmate at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations says.
'Cautiously optimistic': Lawyer for trucker in Broncos crash waiting on Federal Court

A lawyer for a former truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash says he's cautiously optimistic that he will get the chance to argue against his client's possible deportation before Federal Court.
Last stop for Saskatoon Christmas lights tour staple after 15 years

In the dark days of winter, one home in Nutana has been a guiding light.

Northern Ontario

Healer or dealer? Man charged in Toronto's biggest single-day drug and gun bust speaks out

The Toronto man accused in a large drug and gun bust is speaking out, saying on the stand at his trial that he’s a not a major drug dealer, but a 'bio-energy healer' who was as surprised as anyone to find dozens of guns and millions of dollars in drugs in his shared apartment.
Canada should delay MAID for people with mental disorders: psychiatrists

Canada is not ready to expand medical assistance in dying for people with a mental disorder, leaving psychiatrists across the country 'incredibly concerned' about patients needing better access to care, including for addiction services, says a group representing the specialists across the country.
Doug Ford scheduled to make an announcement Friday

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is scheduled to make an announcement alongside Minister of Energy Todd Smith Friday morning.

Winnipeg

Winnipeg man facing murder charge now accused of killing 3 more women over several months

Four Indigenous women in Winnipeg are believed to be dead at the hands of an alleged serial killer.
Privacy breach reported by Manitoba Health

Manitoba Health says a privacy breach that happened earlier this week following a break-in at a facility compromised some people’s personal health information.
'It's an awful feeling': Blind woman denied Uber ride twice due to her service dog

Regina

Scott Moe says he feels disenfranchised by Ottawa but Saskatchewan 'not backing down'

Scott Moe's target was the federal government Thursday as he gathered with supporters for the first in-person Saskatoon Premier's Dinner in three years.
'It's been a ride': Regina's Warehouse Brewing permanently closing its doors

Regina's Warehouse Brewing Company announced it will be permanently closing its doors.
What this week's big bank earnings say about the state of Canada's economy ahead of a possible recession

The Q4 2022 earnings reports from Canada's big banks are showing signs that the Canadian economy is slowing down ahead of a potential recession, with some signs of optimism.