Calgary ski jumper Alexandria Loutitt soars to second gold in 2023 at Whistler event

Alexandria Loutitt of Calgary soars through the air during the FIS Ski Jumping Women's World Cup in Ramsau, Austria, on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021. Loutitt became the first Canadian to win World Cup women's ski jump gold in mid-January in Zao, Japan after jumps of 98.5 and 95 metres. She won another gold at an event in Whistler Thursday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP -Lisa Leutner

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Ukraine demands emergency UN meeting over Putin nuclear plan

Ukraine's government on Sunday called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council to 'counter the Kremlin's nuclear blackmail' after Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed plans to station tactical atomic weapons in Belarus. One Ukrainian official said that Russia 'took Belarus as a nuclear hostage.'

Russian rockets launched against Ukraine from Russia's Belgorod region streak across the sky at dawn in Kharkiv, Ukraine on March 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Vadim Belikov)

Singh 'not satisfied' with confidence-and-supply agreement

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he's 'not satisfied' with his party's confidence-and-supply agreement with the Liberals — signed a year ago this week — because it's shown him he could do a better job running the country than the current government.

Netanyahu fires defence minister for urging halt to overhaul

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired his defence minister on Sunday, a day after he called on the Israeli leader to halt a planned judicial overhaul that has fiercely divided the country and prompted growing discontent within the ranks of the military. Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv, blocking a main highway, following the announcement.

What you need to know about the regimental funeral Monday

The procession is scheduled to leave the Alberta Legislature grounds toward Rogers Place at approximately 11:45 a.m.
KLM flight en route to Calgary following detour back to Amsterdam due to unruly passenger

A KLM flight bound for Calgary was delayed Sunday morning when an unruly passenger forced the airline to return to Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam.
Oilers lose to Golden Knights in key Pacific Division game

The Vegas Golden Knights made sure to keep the Edmonton Oilers at arm’s length in the Pacific Division race.

Vancouver

Freight train crashes into car in Langley

Emergency crews were called to Langley Sunday morning after a collision between a freight train and a car.
117 people remain in encampment on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside as province promises more housing

B.C.'s housing minister provided an update Sunday on the work being done to get people living on the streets of the Downtown Eastside into housing.
Prince George nurse suspended 2 months after breaching 'interim undertaking' with college

A Prince George nurse has been suspended for two months for a litany of "practice issues" identified by his professional college.

Atlantic

Messy mix of snow, ice pellets and rain Sunday into Monday

A low-pressure system moving up the coastline of Maine will cross Nova Scotia Sunday into early Monday morning, bringing a mix of snow, ice pellets and rain.
HMCS Montreal departs Halifax for Indo-Pacific operation

A Royal Canadian Navy frigate departed Halifax today as part of the federal government's wider strategy of boosting its presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
P.E.I. Green Party wasn't ready for election, may lose seats from 2019: experts

As the Prince Edward Island election approaches its final week, the Green Party is fighting to hold onto its historic gains from the last provincial vote -- a battle some experts say could result in lost seats.

Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island farmers struggle to deal with threatened elk species

Farmers in the Cowichan Valley are losing crops and dealing with property and field damage caused by Roosevelt Elk, which have become a regular fixture on some farms in the area.
Victoria police say repeat offender wanted again

Victoria police are once again looking for William Watts, who they describe as "a high risk to reoffend."
Lack of staff leads to more BC Ferries cancellations

BC Ferries cancelled several sailings because of a lack of crew Saturday, including two trips between Greater Victoria and the Lower Mainland.

Toronto

Teen dead after 'unprovoked' stabbing at Toronto subway station

Police have identified a teenager who died after being stabbed in an ‘unprovoked’ attack at a Toronto subway station Saturday night, and have charged an adult male suspect with his murder.
Ontario woman's lost wedding dress found by thrift store volunteer after 'long shot' search

After making a 'long shot' plea to the public this weekend, a woman in southern Ontario has found her lost wedding dress, mistakenly donated by her father earlier this year.
Nearly 40 TTC routes changed today. Here’s what you need to know:

TTC riders may have to wait a bit longer for a bus, streetcar or subway starting Sunday.

Montreal

Montreal police confirm fifth body found in rubble of historic building fire

Montreal police say a fifth body has been extracted from the rubble of a heritage building that caught fire nine days ago, leaving two others still missing.
Veteran bodybuilder Roy Callender combines personal fitness and AI in workout app

In the 1970s and early 1980s, Roy Callender was at the top of the bodybuilding world. Now, at 78, he's taking on a new challenge: he's the cofounder of RC3, a fitness app that uses AI to give feedback on your workout.
Quebec should tax gas-guzzlers to reverse SUV trend, says environmental group

Quebecers aren't using their sport utility vehicles (SUVs) to their full capacities, a recent study found, with just 38 per cent of owners utilizing their vehicle's entire cargo space at least once a week, and nearly three-quarters never using their SUV to pull a load.

Ottawa

One person dead after fire in Hull apartment that lacked working smoke alarms

Gatineau firefighters are reminding residents about the importance of smoke detectors after a fatal fire in the Hull sector early Sunday morning.
Here's a look at eight things that will cost more in Ottawa starting April 1

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at eight things that will cost you more in Ottawa starting April 1.
Ottawa public school board proposes staff cuts to help address 2023-24 budget deficit

Ottawa's largest school board is looking to cut 21 discretionary staff positions for the 2023-24 school year, as it deals with a projected multi-million dollar budget deficit.

Kitchener

Man charged with attempted murder in Cambridge

A 49-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder and assault with a weapon in connection to injuries suffered by a 50-year-old woman in Cambridge.
Northern lights, parking lot arrest, 'BORGs': Here are the most-read stories of the week

From an exploration of a new youth binge drinking trend, to a dazzling natural phenomenon spotted in the sky over southern Ontario, here are CTV Kitchener's most-read stories of the week.
Some Ukrainians refugees returning home due to K-W housing crisis: grassroots group

An organization that helps Ukrainian refugees resettle in Waterloo region says some are having so much trouble finding housing in Canada, they're opting to return to the war-torn country.

Saskatoon

Sask. village loses arena in late night 'inferno'

The Village of Liberty is grieving the loss of its rink after it fell victim to a late night 'inferno' over the weekend.
'He is very well decorated': Sask. veteran turns 100, honoured by Legion for lifetime of service

The Saskatchewan Royal Legion celebrated one of its members reaching a major milestone this weekend.
Suspicious death under investigation: Saskatoon police

Saskatoon police are investigating a suspicious death.

Northern Ontario

Northern resources, the highlight of Ontario’s budget

Continuing to put the region's critical mineral supply in the spotlight, northern Ontario and its critical mineral deposits are front and centre in the provincial government's 2023 budget.
Risk of a hard landing for Canadian economy is up, former Bank of Canada governor says

Former Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz says Canada’s economy is at a greater risk of a 'hard landing' — a rapid economic slowdown following a period of growth and approaching a recession.
Hwy. 17 closed north of the Sault due to a commercial motor vehicle crash

A crash involving a commercial vehicle north of the Sault has completely closed Highway 17 from Highway 101 East in Wawa, Ont. to Frater Road.

Winnipeg

Taxi driver recovering after early Saturday stabbing: Police

A Winnipeg taxi driver is recovering after being stabbed early Saturday morning.
Canada downs Sweden to capture second straight world women's curling bronze medal

SANDVIKEN, Sweden -- Canada's Kerri Einarson captured another bronze medal at the world women's curling championship.
'It's wonderful': Orchid show and sale returns

Manitoba's orchid enthusiasts gathered in Headingley this weekend to celebrate the beautiful and prolific flower species.

Regina

Sask. village loses arena in late night 'inferno'

The Village of Liberty is grieving the loss of its rink after it fell victim to a late night 'inferno' over the weekend.
'Be prepared to slow down': Construction on Highway 6 bridge in Regina set to begin

Construction efforts are expected to begin on the south section of Regina's Ring Road.
'Play with Your Food': Board game charitable event overachieves in raising money for Carmichael Outreach

Everyone loves a good board game night with friends. However, for a group of enthusiasts in Regina, it's become so much more.