Laval police seize drugs, firearms, cash; 2 arrested

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4 youth killed fishing on Quebec shore after tide overtakes them

Four children were killed and one man is missing after they were swept away by the tide while fishing in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a riverside community in Quebec's Côte-Nord region.

Fighting climate change or funding fossil fuels? America wants it 'both ways': U.S. ambassador

The U.S. Ambassador to Canada says America 'absolutely wants to have it both ways' when it comes to fighting climate change while pursuing fossil fuel projects.

Antipsychotic drugs use increased in Canadian long-term care homes, pointing to possible quality-of-care issues: study

New study finds increase in antipsychotic drugs use in long-term care homes across Canada, despite no significant increase in behavioural symptoms – something that may expose a potential area of concern for quality of care, researchers say.

More than 5,000 new species discovered at future deep-sea mining site in Pacific Ocean

More than 5,000 new species have been discovered at an expansive future deep-sea mining site in the Pacific Ocean.

Pope warns of risk of corruption in missionary fundraising after AP investigation

Pope Francis warned the Vatican's missionary fundraisers on Saturday not to allow financial corruption to creep into their work, insisting that spirituality and spreading the Gospel must drive their operations, not mere entrepreneurship.

Feds open to cutting plastic production but global agreement will be hard: Guilbeault

Canada is open to the idea of including a requirement to cut back on the production of plastic in a new global treaty to eliminate plastic pollution, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault said Friday.

Here's what Nova Scotia's wildfires look like from outer space

Photos released by NASA taken from International Space Station show the immense scale of the wildfires in Nova Scotia, with billowing smoke engulfing the landscape.

Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec

Notorious serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo was moved to a medium-security prison in Quebec this week.

Special rapporteur David Johnston’s office hired crisis communications firm Navigator

Special rapporteur David Johnston has hired crisis communications firm Navigator, his office confirmed on Friday.

Toronto

Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec

Notorious serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo was moved to a medium-security prison in Quebec this week.
Suspects arrested in near-deadly Kennedy Station stabbing between 12 and 15 years old

Toronto police say the five suspects involved in a stabbing at Kennedy Station Friday night that left a man in critical condition are between the ages of 12 and 15 years old.
Woman dead, second adult and child both in critical condition after Brampton house fire

A woman is dead and a second adult and a child are both in critical condition after a fire broke out at a residence in Brampton on Friday night.

Atlantic

Officials declare Halifax-area wildfire largely contained as rain brings relief

A Halifax-area wildfire that forced thousands of residents from their homes over the past week is 85 per cent contained and no longer spreading, officials said Saturday morning.
City of St. John's charges 70-year-old woman for feeding pigeons in her backyard

A Newfoundland woman says her 70-year-old mother is facing a $5,000 fine for feeding pigeons in her backyard in downtown St. John's.
N.S. wildfire evacuees find comfort in one another and the generosity of their community

Evacuees at the Sandy Wickens Memorial Arena in Barrington, N.S., are out of the fire zone but now face their own battle — how to cope with so much uncertainty, and what lies ahead.

London

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WATCH | Wind turbine erupts into flames north of Goderich, Ont.

Fire crews remain on scene Saturday morning after a fire engulfed a wind turbine north of Goderich, Ont.
52-year-old man charged after exposing genitals to minors: Owen Sound police

A Dunville, Ont. man is facing charges after he allegedly exposed his genitals to minors in a change room and committed voyeurism, police in Owen Sound said on Friday.
One person sent to hospital after east London, Ont. fire

An investigation is underway following an overnight apartment fire in east London that sent one person to hospital.

Northern Ontario

Currently 20 active forest fires in northeastern Ont.

There are 20 forest fires active in northeastern Ontario, including eight new confirmed fires reported Friday.
Northeastern Ontario under air quality advisories due to forest fires

Smoke plumes from Quebec are affecting air quality in northern Ontario, Environment Canada said Saturday.
Sudbury teacher found guilty of sexual misconduct, has licence revoked

A Sudbury teacher accused of having sex with a student has been found guilty of professional misconduct by the discipline committee of the Ontario College of Teachers.

Calgary

Moraine Lake mandatory shuttle access starts up

It's the start of a new season at Moraine Lake and for the first time, you will have to take a shuttle bus to access the famous landmark -- no matter how early you're willing to show up.
Police seek public assistance locating missing teen

Calgary police need help from the public to help find a missing 19-year-old.
Dawgs shut out by Sylvan Lake Gulls

Okotoks got stellar pitching Friday night, but unfortunately, Sylvan Lake got even better pitching as the Gulls shut out the Dawgs 1-0.

Kitchener

OPP clock driver going nearly 200km/h on Highway 8
Police looking to identify man after alleged sexual assault in restaurant

Waterloo regional police are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual after an alleged sexual assault at a Kitchener restaurant.
Region's annual water conservation bylaw in effect

A late spring heat wave is prompting the Region of Waterloo to remind residents of the need to conserve water when possible as the annual water conservation bylaw takes effect.

Vancouver

Water pump worth $50K stolen from Pitt Meadows farm: RCMP

Police are asking people to be on the lookout for a massive piece of farm equipment that was reported stolen in Pitt Meadows Friday.
Winner of chance to buy $228K bottle of Scotch has backed out, BCLIQUOR says

A do-over has been scheduled for a Vancouver draw that promised one person the chance to purchase a $228,000 bottle of Scotch.
'Quite frustrating': B.C. man still waiting for EV ordered in 2020

A B.C. man who put a deposit down on an electric vehicle in 2020 is still waiting to learn when it will arrive.

Edmonton

'The biggest cheerleaders': Dedicated group help keep Ryan Shtuka's story alive five years later

Brought together by kindness and heartbreak, a group of women is helping an Alberta mother make sure her missing son is never forgotten.
4 youth killed fishing on Quebec shore after tide overtakes them

Four children were killed and one man is missing after they were swept away by the tide while fishing in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a riverside community in Quebec's Côte-Nord region.
Edmonton teen bystander shot in downtown shooting during 'altercation': police

A teen bystander was shot during an altercation outside the Edmonton Convention Centre Thursday evening, police say.

Windsor

Windsor man charged with attempted murder after east end shooting

Multiple charges have been laid against a 40-year-old Windsor, Ont. man after he allegedly shot another man during an argument on Friday night.
A fallen officer, 9-1-1 dispatcher saves two lives, Stellantis contention continues, Windsor police officer charged, and an exotic cat: Top Windsor stories this week

The community of Tecumseh is in mourning following the death of an OPP officer, a 9-1-1 dispatcher found himself on the opposite side of a 9-1-1 call, Stellantis has not yet confirmed a new deal for Windsor’s EV battery plant, a Windsor police officer is facing an assault charge, and a family in Chatham is desperate to find their lost exotic pet. Here’s a look at the top stories on ctvnewswindsor.ca this week.
Windsor, Ont. police launch community safety initiative in downtown core

In an effort to foster community relationships and deter criminal activity, Windsor police will have an increased presence in the downtown core beginning on Saturday.

Regina

'We played hard': Riders beat Bombers in pre-season finale

The Saskatchewan Roughriders edged the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 28-16 in their final pre-season test.
City officials ask drivers to avoid flooded underpasses as more rain on the way

The City of Regina has a three-phase approach to address the flooding that occurs at the downtown underpasses during most heavy rainfalls, including Thursday night’s storm.
Here's what Nova Scotia's wildfires look like from outer space

Photos released by NASA taken from International Space Station show the immense scale of the wildfires in Nova Scotia, with billowing smoke engulfing the landscape.

Ottawa

4 youth killed fishing on Quebec shore after tide overtakes them

Four children were killed and one man is missing after they were swept away by the tide while fishing in Portneuf-sur-Mer, a riverside community in Quebec's Côte-Nord region.
Grocery bills could warn of a future recession

Some Canadian shoppers have pulled back on their grocery spending, and are now working harder to find more deals to save.
Hidden camera found in Gatineau school washroom and construction season begins in Ottawa: Top 5 stories this week

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the top five stories in Ottawa this week.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon students say high school is censoring Pride week

Students at a Catholic school in Saskatoon say their high school is restricting and censoring Pride week celebrations.
May mosquito counts nearly double 10-year average for Saskatoon

The City of Saskatoon’s mosquito counts are up this May, but it’s still too early to tell how many will invade this summer.
'I feel lucky to be around': Saskatoon shoe store celebrates 40 years on Broadway

For 40 years, Saskatchewan residents have been bringing their shoes into Broadway Shoe Repair for a fix or in search of a new pair of shoes.

Laval police seize drugs, firearms, cash; 2 arrested

Laval police seize drugs, firearms, cash; 2 arrested

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WATCH | Wind turbine erupts into flames north of Goderich, Ont.