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'We've been abandoned': Man dies in B.C. town waiting for health care near ambulance station

For the second time in less than a month, a resident of Ashcroft, B.C., died while waiting for health care after having a heart attack mere metres from a local ambulance station.

'I have to fight for myself': Quadriplegic man says N.S. government told him to live in a hospital

A diving accident at 14-years-old left Brian Parker paralyzed from the chest down. Now at age 49, he's without the person who was caring for him full-time until just last week, after his 68-year-old mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Canadian home sales fall for 5th month in a row, down 29 per cent from last July

Canada's average resale home price fell 4.5% from a year ago in July and was down 5.4% on the month as buyers continued to sit on the sidelines amid rising borrowing costs.

Wet'suwet'en pipeline protest blocks Vancouver traffic

A large rally planned in Vancouver to protest the Coastal GasLink pipeline in northern B.C. blocked traffic Monday morning.

New COVID-19 booster targeting Omicron, original variants approved in U.K.

British drug regulators have become the first in the world to authorize an updated version of Moderna's coronavirus vaccine that aims to protect against the original virus and the omicron variant.

Thousands of Afghans who helped Canada trapped in Afghanistan, struggling to leave

Canadian MPs and veteran groups are urging ministers to do more to help thousands of Afghans who assisted Canadian Forces, but remain trapped in Afghanistan a year after the Taliban seized Kabul.

Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms

The top executive at Pfizer, a leading producer of COVID-19 vaccines, has tested positive for the virus and says he is experiencing very mild symptoms.

Prince Harry, Meghan to visit U.K., Germany next month

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, will visit the U.K. next month for the first time since they returned for Queen Elizabeth II 's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Padma Lakshmi 'worried and wordless' over attack on ex-husband Salman Rushdie

Padma Lakshmi is supporting her ex-husband Salman Rushdie in his recovery. The 'Top Chef' star tweeted Sunday that she is 'relieved' Rushdie is 'pulling through after Friday's nightmare' in which he was stabbed multiple times while on stage in New York.

Edmonton

Canadian home sales fall for 5th month in a row, down 29 per cent from last July

Canada's average resale home price fell 4.5% from a year ago in July and was down 5.4% on the month as buyers continued to sit on the sidelines amid rising borrowing costs.
'We've been abandoned': Man dies in B.C. town waiting for health care near ambulance station

For the second time in less than a month, a resident of Ashcroft, B.C., died while waiting for health care after having a heart attack mere metres from a local ambulance station.
New COVID-19 booster targeting Omicron, original variants approved in U.K.

British drug regulators have become the first in the world to authorize an updated version of Moderna's coronavirus vaccine that aims to protect against the original virus and the omicron variant.

Vancouver

B.C. trucker sentenced to 4 years in prison for smuggling 33 kg of meth over the border

A B.C. trucker was sentenced to spend years in prison after being caught smuggling methamphetamine over the border.
'We've been abandoned': Man dies in B.C. town waiting for health care near ambulance station

For the second time in less than a month, a resident of Ashcroft, B.C., died while waiting for health care after having a heart attack mere metres from a local ambulance station.
Wet'suwet'en pipeline protest blocks Vancouver traffic

A large rally planned in Vancouver to protest the Coastal GasLink pipeline in northern B.C. blocked traffic Monday morning.

Atlantic

One dead after vehicle crashes, catches fire in Dartmouth: police

A person has died after police say a vehicle crashed and caught fire in Dartmouth Monday morning.
Nova Scotia firefighters head to Newfoundland and Labrador to battle wildfires

A group of Nova Scotians is being sent to fight wildfires burning in central Newfoundland.
'I have to fight for myself': Quadriplegic man says N.S. government told him to live in a hospital

A diving accident at 14-years-old left Brian Parker paralyzed from the chest down. Now at age 49, he's without the person who was caring for him full-time until just last week, after his 68-year-old mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Vancouver Island

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NEW | Family of murdered Vancouver Island man suing prison officials over inmates' escape

The daughters of a 60-year-old Vancouver Island man who was found dead in his home in 2019 are suing the Correctional Service of Canada, claiming negligent prison officials allowed two men to escape from a minimum-security penitentiary and murder their father.
Mounties deem Nanaimo death a homicide, ID victim

Mounties say a man who was found dead after a Nanaimo, B.C., house fire last week was the victim of a homicide. Police identified the victim in a statement Monday as Trevor Stross, 40. The RCMP is releasing the man's identity in an effort to further their investigation, police said.
Victoria doctor says controversial retainer fee under review

A Victoria doctor that had asked her patients to pay a monthly $125 fee for expanded services says she's putting the idea on hold as her team reviews the policy. The fee's initial announcement didn't sit well with everyone, with one patient telling CTV News that they had concerns about their future care since they couldn't afford the new charge.

Toronto

Toronto boy with rare genetic disorder begins treatment after family raises US$3 million

A Toronto family’s heart-wrenching journey to find a cure for their son’s ultra-rare disease has reached a new milestone.
Famous musician touched by stranger's act of kindness while visiting Toronto

A famous frontman was the recipient of an act of kindness while trying to rent a bike in Toronto Monday.
Daycares have two weeks left to opt into $10 a day program. Here is where things stand

About 60 per cent of Toronto’s non-profit childcare centres have opted into the federal government’s $10 a day program ahead of a Sept. 1 deadline but the uptake among for-profit centres has lagged behind.

Montreal

Quebec launches another COVID-19 vaccination campaign for seniors

Quebec health authorities are launching another COVID-19 booster vaccination campaign.
CEGEP back-to-school season marked by shortage of teachers, support staff

With one week to go before the start of the new school year, the CSQ is concerned that some CEGEPs will be unable to offer certain services and even some courses due to a lack of staff.
Quebec's public finances are good despite a climate of 'very high uncertainty': AG

Quebec's public finances are in order as the Oct. 3 election approaches, but nothing should be taken for granted due to prevailing economic uncertainty, according to the auditor general.

Ottawa

Ford expanding 'strong mayor' powers to more cities

Addressing municipal leaders in Ottawa this morning, on the first full day of events at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference, Premier Doug Ford said the 'strong mayor' powers he initially said would be granted to the mayors of Toronto and Ottawa will be expanded to other municipalities.
Lisa LaFlamme is leaving CTV News

Lisa LaFlamme is leaving CTV News. The network announced today that the Chief Anchor and Senior Editor is departing after more than 30 years with the company.
Camp Day donation box stolen from eastern Ontario Tim Hortons

Gananoque, Ont. police are on the lookout after they say a Camp Day donation box was stolen from a local Tim Hortons.

Kitchener

University students displaced by fire in Waterloo

With only a few weeks before classes begin, multiple students have been displaced after flames ripped through a house Sunday morning. Occupants were home at the time and were alerted by a quick-thinking bylaw officer.
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DEVELOPING | Roads closed after serious collision near Palmerston, Ont.

Police have shut down roads surrounding the intersection of Perth Road 140 and Line 91 just outside Palmerston, Ont. after what they’re calling a “serious collision.”
Waterloo region family mourns nine-year-old who died on camping trip

A family that recently moved from Waterloo Region is remembering the life of their nine-year-old boy after the search for him came to a tragic end.

Saskatoon

Missing Sask. mushroom picker found dead

The search for a 74-year-old woman lost in the forest northeast of Smeaton has come to a tragic end.
Creighton RCMP searching for missing 66-year-old camper

Creighton RCMP are searching for a woman reported missing from the campground she was staying at Sunday.
Increase shown in COVID-19 wastewater samples in Saskatoon

Evidence of COVID-19 in Saskatoon's wastewater has increased by 43 per cent and is considered large, according to University of Saskatchewan researchers.

Northern Ontario

Parry Sound family shares its heartache after tragic loss of son during camping trip

Everett Freeman, 9, went camping with his family on Huckleberry Island in Georgian Bay, and went missing around 3 p.m. on Friday.
One taken to hospital after Nairn Centre fire

CTV News has learned one person has been taken to hospital after an early morning fire at a camp west of Sudbury.
North Bay man charged with arson set backyard tent on fire, stole property

A 36-year-old North Bay man is facing charges after allegedly setting fire to an unoccupied tent in the backyard of a home and stealing property, police say.

Winnipeg

Anita Neville named new lieutenant-governor of Manitoba

Former Liberal member of Parliament Anita Neville has been named Manitoba's next lieutenant-governor.
The current status of construction along the Perimeter Highway

Government officials toured the ongoing construction happening on the South Perimeter Highway at St. Mary's Monday morning.
Boil water advisory in place for part of Brandon following water main break

City crews in Brandon have found a water main break that was causing low-pressure problems for a large part of the city. However, a portion of the city is now under a boil water advisory until the problem is completely fixed.

Regina

Sask. residents aged 18+ now eligible for fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose

Saskatchewan residents 18 years and older are eligible to receive a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
Regina driver fined nearly $600 for excessive speeding

A novice driver was caught travelling well over the speed limit late Sunday evening.
Missing Sask. mushroom picker found dead

The search for a 74-year-old woman lost in the forest northeast of Smeaton has come to a tragic end.

Calgary’s Wes Heffernan joins Palmer, Trevino as winners of the PGA of Canada championship

Calgary’s Wes Heffernan joins Palmer, Trevino as winners of the PGA of Canada championship

Calgary’s Wes Heffernan joins Palmer, Trevino as winners of the PGA of Canada championship

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NEW | Family of murdered Vancouver Island man suing prison officials over inmates' escape

DEVELOPING | Roads closed after serious collision near Palmerston, Ont.