Police seek public assistance in northwest Calgary sexual assault

Calgary police are looking for assistance locating this man, who's a suspect in an alleged sexual assault that took place early Wednesday near the Dalhousie CTrain station

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Federal budget to include grocery rebate for lower income Canadians: sources

The 2023 federal budget will include a one-time 'grocery rebate' for Canadians with lower incomes who may be struggling with the rising cost of food, CTV News has confirmed.

Federal Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland talks to a sales associate to buy a new pair of shoes in Ottawa on Monday, March 27, 2023. Freeland will table the federal budget on Tuesday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Nashville school shooting suspect was former student: police

Authorities say they believe the 28-year-old female shooter who killed three children and three adults at a private Christian school in Nashville on Monday was a former student.

Canadian Pacific train derails in rural North Dakota and spills chemical

A Canadian Pacific train derailed in rural North Dakota Sunday night and spilled hazardous materials. But local authorities and the railroad said there is no threat to public safety.

'Sudden and devastating' Calgary house explosion injures 10 people

The Calgary Fire Department says at least 10 people were injured in a 'sudden and devastating' explosion in the city's northeast on Monday that completely destroyed one home.

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LIVE NOW | Funeral underway for Edmonton officers killed in the line of duty

The appreciation and respect shown by the public after two Edmonton Police Service officers were killed in the line of duty has not gone unnoticed, their families said in a statement ahead of the regimental funeral on Monday.

MP Han Dong says he's retained lawyer, plans to sue Global News over interference report

Toronto MP Han Dong says he is taking legal action over a media report that alleged he spoke to a Chinese diplomat in February 2021 about delaying the release of two Canadians detained in China at the time.

Sask. judge grants bail for Quewezance sisters who say they were wrongfully imprisoned nearly 30 years ago

A pair of Saskatchewan sisters have been granted bail after spending almost 30 years in prison for what they describe as a wrongful conviction.

Dash cam captures dramatic moment loose tire sends car flying in air on L.A. freeway

Dramatic video shows a loose tire crashing into a vehicle and launching it several feet into the air on a Los Angeles freeway.

These 3 items could cost you more starting this April

Whether it's gas, food or booze, consumers can expect to pay more for these goods next month. Two of the biggest changes include the federal carbon tax will increase to $65 per tonne of greenhouse emissions, up from $50, and the federal beverage alcohol duty that will increase by 6.3 per cent, which both come into effect on April 1.

Edmonton

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LIVE NOW | Funeral underway for Edmonton officers killed in the line of duty

The appreciation and respect shown by the public after two Edmonton Police Service officers were killed in the line of duty has not gone unnoticed, their families said in a statement ahead of the regimental funeral on Monday.
In Pictures: Remembering Constables Travis Jordan and Brett Ryan

On March 27, a regimental funeral will be held for Edmonton Police Service Constables Travis Jordan and Brett Ryan who were killed in the line of duty on March 16, 2023.
'Sudden and devastating' Calgary house explosion injures 10 people

The Calgary Fire Department says at least 10 people were injured in a 'sudden and devastating' explosion in the city's northeast on Monday that completely destroyed one home.

Vancouver

Man caught driving stolen Toyota 4-runner within 24 hours of being convicted of theft: Abbotsford police

An Abbotsford man was arrested on Saturday after police say he was caught driving a stolen vehicle, less than 24-hours after he was charged in another theft.
New, lower speed limits now in effect near some Vancouver schools

Motorists driving near some schools in the City of Vancouver will need to start slowing down, with new speed limits now in effect near nine schools.
'Hate-motivated incidents' that emerged in response to drag story time in Nelson, B.C., under investigation: police

A drag story time event for children that was postponed earlier this month in Nelson, B.C., is at the centre of multiple investigations into suspected hate crimes, according to local police.

Atlantic

'All I want to know is where he is': Moncton-area woman pleads for help in finding missing brother

After nine days with no answers, a Moncton-area woman is asking for the public’s help in finding her missing brother, Brian Lewis.
Federal budget to include grocery rebate for lower income Canadians: sources

The 2023 federal budget will include a one-time 'grocery rebate' for Canadians with lower incomes who may be struggling with the rising cost of food, CTV News has confirmed.
'It’s a huge shift': Cape Breton businesses in danger of closing due to worker shortages

Restaurant staff have been hard to come by in Cape Breton in recent months, making it hard for business owners to leave the open sign on.

Vancouver Island

Nanaimo man charged in shooting at downtown homeless camp

A 37-year-old Nanaimo man has been charged in connection with a shooting earlier this month at a homeless camp in the city's downtown core. Craig Truckle of no fixed address was arrested without incident around 11 p.m. Wednesday by Nanaimo RCMP patrol officers. He was charged the following morning with one count of pointing a firearm without a lawful excuse.
New rapid bus to connect West Shore with downtown Victoria next month

BC Transit is unveiling a new bus route that will connect the West Shore area with downtown Victoria.
Fire at Victoria Mustard Seed halts operations

A small fire at the Mustard Seed location near downtown Victoria has caused the food bank to close its doors Monday.

Toronto

'Terrible tragedy': Politicians speak out following fatal stabbing of teen at Toronto subway station

Politicians and advocacy groups are speaking out following the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy a Toronto subway station on Saturday.
Man who went missing after Richmond Hill house fire charged with arson

Police have located and laid a number of charges against a young man who was missing for nearly five days after he was last seen leaving his residence following a house fire and subsequent explosion.
Trucker pleads guilty to careless driving in 2020 death of activist outside pig slaughterhouse

The truck driver who ran over and killed an Ontario animal rights activist pleaded guilty to careless driving causing death on Monday, a case the Crown lawyer said stood the 'very reasonable' possibility of acquittal had it gone to trial.

Montreal

Police find 6th and 7th bodies inside site of Old Montreal fire

Police say they have found the sixth and seventh bodies inside a building in Old Montreal that burned down 11 days ago and do not expect find any more victims. With the death toll now expected to remain at seven, police said they can begin to focus their efforts on finding the cause of the deadly March 16 fire.
Quebec proposes extending nurses' bonuses to June

Treasury Board President Sonia LeBel is proposing the bonuses paid to nurses — which are set to expire next Thursday — be extended at least through June.
Federal budget to include grocery rebate for lower income Canadians: sources

The 2023 federal budget will include a one-time 'grocery rebate' for Canadians with lower incomes who may be struggling with the rising cost of food, CTV News has confirmed.

Ottawa

NHL commissioner in Ottawa to meet with officials, attend Senators game

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman is in Ottawa today with a schedule that includes meeting with the mayor, officials from the National Capital Commission and attending the Senators game against the Florida Panthers.
Federal budget to include grocery rebate for lower income Canadians: sources

The 2023 federal budget will include a one-time 'grocery rebate' for Canadians with lower incomes who may be struggling with the rising cost of food, CTV News has confirmed.
'Rigorous' cost management needed as $5B Centre Block renovation proceeds: AG report

Despite delayed decision-making by parliamentarians, Canada's massive renovation of Parliament Hill's Centre Block is being effectively managed so far, according to a new audit. However, 'rigorous' cost management will be needed as the work proceeds, cautions auditor general Karen Hogan.

Kitchener

Cashier at St. Marys Foodland stops fraud at counter: Stratford police

Stratford police are praising a cashier at a St. Marys Foodland that recognized a case of fraud and helped stop it.
Tax return delays possible if CRA workers strike

Thousands of Canada Revenue Agency workers are threatening strike action and it could cause a delay for Canadians trying to file their 2022 taxes.
New long-term care home to be built next to Stratford General Hospital

The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance has announced plans for a new 128-bed long-term care home beside Stratford General Hospital.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon Blades hope 'sound, structured' style might be enough to stave off Bedard

The Saskatoon Blades anticipate Friday’s playoff opener against the Regina Pats could be another sold-out game.
Sask. judge grants bail for Quewezance sisters who say they were wrongfully imprisoned nearly 30 years ago

A pair of Saskatchewan sisters have been granted bail after spending almost 30 years in prison for what they describe as a wrongful conviction.
Change proposed to high-collision Saskatoon intersection

City administrators are calling for a design change on Main Street and Clarence Avenue that would prevent vehicles from using Main Street as a thoroughfare rather than 8th Street.

Northern Ontario

Here is why the defence says Wright should be found not guilty of 1998 Sudbury murder

Closing arguments are being heard at the Sudbury courthouse Monday in the trial for the man accused of killing Renee Sweeney in 1998 with the defence saying there is plenty of reasonable doubt to support an acquittal.
Quebec girl, 9, dies after snow fort collapses behind residence

A nine-year-old girl has died after a snow fort collapsed in a forest behind a rural Quebec home.
Ontario changes eye exam eligibility for seniors under OHIP

Ontario has reached a funding agreement with optometrists that increases some payments to them, but reduces some coverage for patients, including less frequent general eye exams for seniors.

Winnipeg

House fire on Manitoba First Nation leaves 11-year-old dead: RCMP

A house fire on a Manitoba First Nation on Saturday has left an 11-year-old boy dead.
Manitoba launching new park reservation system today

Manitoba’s new park reservation system is launching on Monday.
Federal budget to include grocery rebate for lower income Canadians: sources

The 2023 federal budget will include a one-time 'grocery rebate' for Canadians with lower incomes who may be struggling with the rising cost of food, CTV News has confirmed.

Regina

Sask. judge grants bail for Quewezance sisters who say they were wrongfully imprisoned nearly 30 years ago

A pair of Saskatchewan sisters have been granted bail after spending almost 30 years in prison for what they describe as a wrongful conviction.
Regina mother stands trial for 2nd-degree murder in death of 18-month-old son

A woman accused of killing her 18-month-old son sat holding a small teddy bear in the prisoner’s box as she listened to prosecutors outline the evidence against her on the first day of trial.
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.