Montreal police searching for possible sexual assault victims of former foster family

Yvon Guernon and Lilianne Liboiron are charged with sexual assault and other crimes, and police feel there may be more victims. SOURCE: SPVM

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Montreal has 17 suspected monkeypox cases; officials say it's 'not highly contagious' or severe

Montreal Public Health said they're asking health workers to be alert for monkeypox cases but said the illness is also not extremely contagious and is the milder of two strains. There are 17 suspected cases in the Montreal area.

Monkeypox cases have been seen mainly in western and central Africa since the virus was first discovered in 1970. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

COVID-19 may be linked to cases of severe hepatitis in children

A chain of events possibly triggered by unrecognized infection with the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus could be causing the mysterious cases of severe hepatitis reported in hundreds of young children around the world, researchers suggest.

Poilievre faces backlash for comments on Jordan Peterson podcast

Some are calling attention to a comment about 'Anglo-Saxon words' that Conservative leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre made while appearing as a guest on controversial psychologist Jordan Peterson’s podcast. The term has been used by those on the far-right to differentiate white people from immigrants and people of colour.

Ontario COVID-19 hospitalizations drop to 1,207, 23 deaths reported

Ontario health officials are reporting 1,207 patients in hospital with COVID-19, along with 168 patients in intensive care units (ICU).
Two of four Ontario party leaders test positive for COVID-19

As the Ontario election date approaches, two of four of the province’s main political party leaders have tested positive for COVID-19.
Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. Here's the best time to fill up

Drivers are set to get some major relief at the pumps ahead of the long weekend with gas prices expected to take a huge drop in Ontario.

Atlantic

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NEW | Masks no longer required in Nova Scotia public schools next week

Starting next week, students and staff will no longer be required to wear masks in Nova Scotia public schools.
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NEW | Expert says N.B. police officer who fatally shot Chantel Moore was right to use lethal force

An expert in Canadian policing says the New Brunswick officer who killed a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check two years ago was following police training.
Former RCMP staff sergeant describes spotty radio, lack of resources in N.S. shooting

A Mountie who led much of the response to the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting testified Wednesday that spotty radio service and the lack of an RCMP helicopter were among the equipment problems that hampered the manhunt.

London

Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. Here's the best time to fill up

Drivers are set to get some major relief at the pumps ahead of the long weekend with gas prices expected to take a huge drop in Ontario.
More hate-related property damage in London, Ont.

Just one day after hate symbols were spray painted on a north London, Ont. playground, police are investigating more graffiti-style property damage.
Animals believed to have perished in Hanover, Ont. fire

Everyone is believed to have escaped a fire in Hanover, Ont. Thursday morning, according to Hanover police.

Northern Ontario

Two of four Ontario party leaders test positive for COVID-19

As the Ontario election date approaches, two of four of the province’s main political party leaders have tested positive for COVID-19.
Province offering $50K reward in northern Ontario cold case

There is a renewed appeal in the investigation involving a northern Ontario teen murdered in her home more than three decades ago.
Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. Here's the best time to fill up

Drivers are set to get some major relief at the pumps ahead of the long weekend with gas prices expected to take a huge drop in Ontario.

Calgary

Jason Kenney steps down after 51.4 per cent approval in leadership review

Jason Kenney quit as leader of his party Wednesday night after receiving a slight majority of support in his United Conservative Party leadership review.
Battle of Alberta starts with a bang as Flames down Oilers 9-6 to open playoff series

Matthew Tkachuk scored a hat trick for the Calgary Flames in Wednesday's 9-6 win over the Edmonton Oilers to open their NHL playoff series.
Possible contenders for UCP leader waste little time after Kenney resignation

Even as the smoke cleared from the shocking resignation of Jason Kenney Wednesday evening, several of his challengers were sending out Zoom invites amid hints of leadership campaigns to replace him.

Kitchener

'Somebody out there is missing this child': Remains of young girl found in water in Dunnville, Ont.

Provincial police announced Wednesday the human remains found in the water in Dunnville, Ont., the day before are that of a young girl.
Assault charges withdrawn against Kitchener teacher accused of taping students

The woman was charged with two counts of assault in November after an investigation into “allegations she taped two children with masking tape while in the classroom,” Waterloo regional police said at the time.
All aboard! Retiree buys 'cheapest home in the GTA' -- a caboose

No bedroom, no bathroom, no kitchen. Why one retiree decided to buy -- and live -- in a caboose.

Vancouver

Vancouver mayor speaks out against soccer friendly between Canada, Iran

Vancouver's mayor spoke out against an upcoming soccer game between Canada and Iran Wednesday, the day after the prime minister also condemned the match.
Mountie seriously injured after crash into Burnaby building

An RCMP officer was taken to hospital with serious injuries Wednesday after an unmarked police SUV collided with another vehicle and crashed into a building.
B.C. spending scandal: Judge to issue decision in case against former legislature clerk

The former clerk of the British Columbia legislature is expected to hear a judge's ruling today following a Vancouver trial that ended in March.

Edmonton

Jason Kenney steps down after 51.4 per cent approval in leadership review

Jason Kenney quit as leader of his party Wednesday night after receiving a slight majority of support in his United Conservative Party leadership review.
Possible contenders for UCP leader waste little time after Kenney resignation

Even as the smoke cleared from the shocking resignation of Jason Kenney Wednesday evening, several of his challengers were sending out Zoom invites amid hints of leadership campaigns to replace him.
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WEATHER | Josh Classen's forecast: Cloudy, cool and a few showers

Warmer and sunnier weather will arrive just in time for the long weekend.

Windsor

Over 2,000 pounds of pot hidden as 'foam pool toys' seized at Detroit-Windsor border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than a ton of marijuana labelled “foam pool toys” at the cargo facility at the Ambassador Bridge.
Advance polls open in Windsor-Essex. Here’s where to go

Eligible Windsor-Essex residents eager to cast their ballot in the provincial election can head to the advance polls.
Warmer weather returns in Windsor-Essex

Environment Canada is calling for warmer weather in Windsor-Essex to end the week.

Regina

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NEW | Riders, Blue Bombers to play first pre-season game May 31 following CFL deal

The Saskatchewan Roughriders will play their first pre-season contest of the CFL season on May 31, at Mosaic Stadium according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
Masters and Trudeau discuss funding for infrastructure during recent Ottawa visit

Existing and future funding for infrastructure projects from the federal government was one of the main topics that Mayor Sandra Masters discussed with Justin Trudeau during her recent trip to Ottawa.
MLA removed from Sask. legislature during heated session

Nadine Wilson, the Independent MLA of Saskatchewan Rivers, was removed from the Saskatchewan legislature after refusing to apologize for comments made towards the government, following Wednesday’s fierce Question Period session.

Ottawa

Here's when gas prices will drop below $2 a litre in Ottawa

Gas prices are set to fall 13 cents a litre over the next two days, giving drivers some relief at the pumps ahead of the Victoria Day long weekend.
Judge orders Melnyk-owned company to turn over documents in LeBreton dispute

A judge has ordered a company owned by late Senators owner Eugene Melnyk to turn over documents in a legal fight with Trinity Development Group about an ill-fated bid to redevelop LeBreton Flats.
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NEW THIS MORNING | Royal Military College holding memorial to remember four cadets killed in Kingston, Ont.

A memorial service will be held at the Royal Military College in Kingston, Ont. this evening to remember the four cadets who were killed when their vehicle went into the water last month.

Saskatoon

Brother of alleged Sask. group home sexual assault victim worries his days were 'filled with dread'

A man whose brother lived in a group home in Hepburn, Sask. and was allegedly abused by a worker is speaking out.
An Epic Alliance investor thought they owned a home with a tenant — it had actually burned down

Following the collapse of Epic Alliance, one investor learned they were the landlord of a property that no longer existed.
Statue of Indigenous hockey icon Fred Sasakamoose unveiled in Saskatoon

A statue of Indigenous hockey trailblazer Fred Sasakamoose was unveiled outside SaskTel Centre on Wednesday.