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NEW | Russia's invasion of Ukraine a 'turning point' in world history: defence chief

Canada's chief of defence says Russia's invasion of Ukraine is going to change the course of history.

Chief of the Defence Staff, General Wayne Eyre, speaks during a military announcement at Canadian Forces Base Trenton in Trenton, Ont., on Monday June 20, 2022. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Lars Hagberg)

Climate goals may be at odds with G7 response to fallout from Russian invasion

G7 leaders opened their summit Sunday with a discussion about shaping the global economy at a time when conflict and unrest are driving up prices and access to key goods around the world.

Protesters at U.S. Supreme Court decry abortion ruling overturning Roe v. Wade

Hundreds of protesters descended on the U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday to denounce the justice's decision to overturn the half-century-old Roe v. Wade precedent that recognized women's constitutional right to abortion.

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NEW | Rate of extreme rainfall expected to increase dramatically by 2100

New research looking at the frequency of heavy rainfall across the globe shows that a drastic increase in downpours is expected over the years to come.

From closures to near-normal routines, students look back on COVID-warped school year

The final bell is about to ring at the end of a topsy-turvy school year warped by the COVID-19 crisis and students are reflecting on how the pandemic shaped things.

Live updates: Germany's leader commends unity on Ukraine

The latest on the G7 summit: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says attacks by Russia on residential buildings in Kyiv show the importance of international unity in supporting Ukraine.

Quebec homeowners say Ottawa must address decades of erosion caused by ship traffic

The higher parts of Angelique Beauchemin's land, she said, are sinking an inch or two a year as they slope ever more steeply toward the river. While she's not a scientist, she says her biggest fear is that one day there will be a landslide and the white house at the top of the hill where she's lived for decades will tumble down.

'He's amazing': Garth Brooks fans brush off delays, long lines to enjoy the party

Fans leaving the Garth Brooks concert at Commonwealth Stadium Friday night were happy and smiling, despite some logistical issues that delayed the show and frustrated some.
'It feels so good': Alberta MP celebrates overturning of Roe v. Wade

A Member of Parliament from rural Alberta went live on Facebook Friday to celebrate a United States Supreme Court vote to end constitutional protections for abortion.
'Such a vibe': Churchill Square hosts first Pride festival in 8 years

Hundreds of people gathered in front of Edmonton City Hall Saturday to celebrate the first large Pride event in the city in four years, and the first one in Churchill Square in eight.

Vancouver

DTES advocates looking for water, sunscreen donations for unhoused as city swelters

As the first sustained heat of the season settles in across B.C.'s south coast, Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a special weather statement advising people of high temperatures and humidex values through Monday.
Stores running low on AC units as Vancouver hit with first wave of summer heat

Metro Vancouver is experiencing its first stretch of hot summer weather this weekend and people are scouring stores looking for air conditioners and fans to cool off – some being met with empty shelves.
Family of officer who died by suicide suing Vancouver Police Department, former sergeants

The family of a Vancouver police officer who died by suicide is suing the department, alleging she endured sexual assault and exploitation enabled by an "unsafe workplace culture and insufficient policies and procedures," court documents show.

Atlantic

'Reviewed for Privilege': Federal government explains N.S. superintendent’s missing notes

The inquiry into Nova Scotia’s 2020 mass shooting, says four pages of handwritten notes that sparked a political firestorm in Ottawa this week, weren’t immediately submitted when subpoenaed by its investigators.
'It’s in shambles': RCMP 'architects of own demise,' says criminologist after complaints in N.B. and N.S.

After a week of criticism and anger at the Mass Casualty Commission in Nova Scotia, and outcry in a rural area of New Brunswick, there are questions about the RCMP’s role in community policing.
Maritime gas prices ride high as road trip season shifts into new gear

Gas prices at over two dollars a litre may be too much for some drivers to ignore this summer.

Vancouver Island

Lengthy labour dispute in B.C.'s film and TV industry ends with new contract

A 15-month dispute in British Columbia's film and television industry has ended with the ratification of a new contract for creative and logistical staff working on productions shot in the province.
Crew shortage prompts cancellation of all ferry sailings between 2 B.C. islands

All ferry sailings between two of B.C.'s Discovery Islands have been cancelled Saturday because of a lack of crew.
B.C. woman born on Halloween dresses up giant skeleton in front yard all year long

When Tabi Henry was little, she never questioned why everyone celebrated her birthday in costume. Until she realized Oct. 31 was also Halloween.

Toronto

Pro-choice rally held at U.S. consulate in Toronto in wake of Roe vs. Wade overturn

Dozens of people gathered outside the U.S. consulate in downtown Toronto Saturday to protest a landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court to overturn constitutional protection for abortion rights.
Office workers are returning to Toronto but foot traffic on Mondays and Fridays hasn’t bounced back. Will it ever?

More people are commuting to offices downtown than at any point since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic but the recovery hasn’t been equal across the board, with both GO Transit and the TTC reporting fluctuations in ridership as many workers choose to work from home at the beginning and end of each week.
'I will always honour her': Husband files lawsuit in Ontario animal activist's death

Every Monday, Mark Powell drives to the Burlington, Ont., pork plant where his wife died to give water to pigs on their way to slaughter.

Montreal

One dead and three injured after stabbing spree in Montreal

A man in crisis stabbed several people Sunday morning in downtown Montreal, leaving one dead and three injured.
Quebec homeowners say Ottawa must address decades of erosion caused by ship traffic

The higher parts of Angelique Beauchemin's land, she said, are sinking an inch or two a year as they slope ever more steeply toward the river. While she's not a scientist, she says her biggest fear is that one day there will be a landslide and the white house at the top of the hill where she's lived for decades will tumble down.
Top Canadians including Auger-Aliassime focused on experiencing Wimbledon glory

Canada's top tennis players, including Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime, are focused on achieving Wimbledon glory.

Ottawa

What you need to know about Canada Day events in Ottawa

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the Canada Day activities across the city of Ottawa, including at the new location at LeBreton Flats.
Minor injuries in Highway 417 crash allegedly caused by impaired driver

Ontario Provincial Police say minor injuries have been reported after a driver struck another vehicle on Highway 417 Saturday, causing it to roll.
Ottawa comes to life for a weekend of festivals

The summer festival season in Ottawa kicked off this weekend with thousands gathering for events across the city.

Kitchener

Townhouse fire leaves three Kitchener families displaced

A fire at a townhouse complex in Kitchener Friday night has resulted in extensive damage.
'Too big an issue not to talk about': Waterloo Region reacts to overturning of Roe v. Wade

Many in Waterloo Region are reacting to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade and what it could mean for Canada.
Critically injured pedestrian found on side of Norfolk County road, airlifted to hospital

Norfolk County OPP are investigating after they say a pedestrian was found on the side of a road and had to be airlifted to hospital.

Saskatoon

‘After all these years’: Christies Mayfair Bakery celebrates 90th anniversary

When Ennio Muzzolini walked into Christies Mayfair Bakery in 1965 interested in purchasing the small bakery on 33rd Street, he never imagined he’d one day be looking on as hundreds of people lined the block to get their hands on a baguette, cinnamon bun or wood-fired pizza.
Elk Ridge Open canceled after heavy rains: PGA Tour Canada

Organizers have decided to cancel the Elk Ridge Open due to an “inordinate amount of rain.”
'Come together and rebuild': Saskatoon man plans fundraiser for church destroyed in suspicious fire

A Saskatoon man whose family helped to build the Waterhen Lake Church is planning to help rebuild the church.

Northern Ontario

U.S. Supreme Court’s abortion ruling shocks Rota

Nipissing-Timiskaming Liberal MP Anthony Rota said he was shocked by Friday’s U.S. Supreme Court’s abortion ruling.
Sikh community in Timmins hosts first Annual Khalsa Day Parade

With hundreds of students from India who attend Northern College, and other professionals from India who've moved to the city to work, organizers said they felt it was time to bring everyone together to celebrate their culture with the rest of the community.
Northerners help to contain wildfire near Killarney

A group of friends doing work on a camp in MacGregor Bay helped contain what could have been a devastating fire in Killarney Provincial Park.

Winnipeg

'The costs are just extreme': Campers staying closer to home amid soaring fuel costs

Using a trailer or an RV is an easy way for people to get out of the city and into the outdoors, but with soaring gas prices, the cost of driving with one has gone up drastically.
City receives over 100 calls related to significant rainfall Friday evening

Winnipeg was once again pummelled by rain on Friday and the city came close to setting a rainfall record.
Charleswood home suffers extensive damage after fire, one pet dies from injuries

No one was injured but one pet died after an early morning fire Saturday.

Regina

A field of dreams: Sask. residents purchase grasslands for preservation

Over 400 people contributed to the Field of Dreams project, which led to the purchase of a large track of prairie grasslands for preservation.
Sask. NDP electing new leader on Sunday

The Saskatchewan NDP will elect its next leader at a convention on Sunday.
Sask. RCMP investigate two-vehicle collision

Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating after a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Highway 35 and Highway 5 in Wadena.