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After 3 months of war, life in Russia has profoundly changed

Three months after the Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine, many ordinary Russians are reeling from those blows to their livelihoods and emotions. Moscow's vast shopping malls have turned into eerie expanses of shuttered storefronts once occupied by Western retailers.

A woman leaves a currency exchange office in St. Petersburg, Russia, Monday, May 23, 2022. (AP Photo)

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EXCLUSIVE | Supreme Court Justice Mahmud Jamal on his journey to Canada’s highest court

Justice Mahmud Jamal sat down with CTV National News' Omar Sachedina for an exclusive interview ahead of the one-year anniversary of his appointment to the Supreme Court of Canada. Jamal is the first person of colour to sit on the highest court in the country, bringing it closer to reflecting the diversity of Canada.

Death toll from Saturday's storm hits 10 across Ontario and Quebec

As the death toll related to the powerful storm that swept Ontario and Quebec on Saturday reached 10 on Monday, some of the hardest-hit communities were still working to take stock of the damage.

'Too many children did not make it home': Anniversary of discovery at Canada's largest residential school

It's been a year since the announcement of the detection of unmarked graves at the site of what was once Canada's largest residential school – an announcement that for many Indigenous survivors was confirmation of what they already knew.

Walk out at trade meeting when Russia spoke 'not one-off,' says trade minister

The United States and four other nations that walked out of an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation group meeting in Bangkok over the weekend underlined their support Monday for host nation Thailand, saying their protest was aimed solely at Russia because of its invasion of Ukraine.

19 charged, including 10 minors, after violent night at Toronto beach

Police say they’ve made 19 arrests and seven officers were injured after a violent night at Toronto’s Woodbine Beach that saw two people shot, one person stabbed, two others robbed at gunpoint and running street battles involving fireworks through Sunday evening.

19 charged, including 10 minors, after violent night at Toronto beach

Police say they’ve made 19 arrests and seven officers were injured after a violent night at Toronto’s Woodbine Beach that saw two people shot, one person stabbed, two others robbed at gunpoint and running street battles involving fireworks through Sunday evening.
Death toll after Ontario storm rises as crews work to restore power to 182K customers

Crews continue to try and restore power to more than 182,000 customers across Ontario after a storm ripped through the province over the weekend, leaving at least 10 people dead.
Ontario parties attach different price tags to pledge to boost student grants

Three of Ontario's four main parties are pledging to reverse cuts to the province's student assistance program, but they've all attached different price tags to the promise.

Atlantic

Mask mandate drops in N.S. public schools Tuesday

When students in Nova Scotia return to school on Tuesday after the Victoria Day long weekend, wearing masks will be optional.
Man, 19, dies following single-vehicle crash in Shediac Cape, N.B.: police

A 19-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle collision in Shediac Cape, N.B.
Gowns of generosity: Over 100 prom dresses donated at N.B. high school

The generosity of several New Brunwickers will help ease the financial pressure of attending prom next month.

London

Former Blue Jay Dalton Pompey plays at Labatt Park vs London Majors Monday

Fans at Labatt Park in London, Ont. got to see a former major league baseball player compete against their hometown team Monday afternoon.
Northern Tornadoes Project investigating East London for possible Tornado

Cleanup is still underway from Saturday’s massive storm that hit Southwestern Ontario, and not everyone in the region has their power restored.
Fire crews called to early morning blaze at Cargill Plant in London

London fire crews arrived to heavy smoke and flames Monday morning at the Cargill poultry processing plant.

Northern Ontario

L'Arche Sudbury set to 'rock out' for a good cause

L'Arche Sudbury, an organization in the city that builds a community for people with and without disabilities, is holding a big fundraiser next weekend.
Experts applaud $11M move by feds toward critical minerals

Experts are applauding the federal government's call for proposals for the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Development Program.
Officials in the north worry destructive invasive species will emerge this summer

Researchers in the north are warning one of Canada's "most invasive plants" could be popping up this summer.

Calgary

Wreckage found of plane that disappeared in Ontario with Alberta men onboard, police say

The wreckage of a small plane that disappeared last month in northern Ontario with two men aboard has been located in Lake Superior Provincial Park.
Shooting on 17th Avenue S.W. sends 1 to hospital

EMS took a man to hospital suffering "traumatic injuries" after a shooting on 17th Avenue S.W. on Monday.
Calgary Stampeder under investigation, airline employee fired after fight at airport

The Calgary Stampeders football club has launched an investigation after video of a fight between a player and an airline employee went viral over the weekend.

Kitchener

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NEW | Brantford woman killed during Saturday's storm

The woman killed at Pinehurst Lake Conservation Area during Saturday's storm has now been identified as Shelby Humble-Neale of Brantford.
'We want to give her her name back': OPP plea for information in death of young girl found in the Grand River

Ontario provincial police are asking for the public’s help, as they continue to investigate the death of a young girl whose body was found in the Grand River in Dunnville.
'We're idolizing these colonial figures': Calls to remove Queen Victoria statue continue

Kitchener's statue of Queen Victoria has been splattered with red paint several times over the past year, and on the holiday marking her reign, the calls to have the controversial monument removed continue.

Vancouver

'Too many children did not make it home': Anniversary of discovery at Canada's largest residential school

It's been a year since the announcement of the detection of unmarked graves at the site of what was once Canada's largest residential school – an announcement that for many Indigenous survivors was confirmation of what they already knew.
'It's worldwide': International attention on Canada's residential schools after Kamloops discovery

A year after the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc announced the discovery of what they believed were more than 200 unmarked graves of schoolchildren, the ripple effects continue, with sustained attention the world over.
Man dead after stabbing near South Vancouver nightclub

A 19-year-old man was killed near a nightclub in South Vancouver early Monday morning, according to police.

Edmonton

A tale of two playoffs: Edmonton Oil Kings and Oilers compete for wins under one roof

As the city rallies behind the Edmonton Oilers taking the lead in the Battle of Alberta playoff edition, other playoff games are also being played at Rogers Place.
Northern Alberta search and rescue crews looking for missing canoer

RCMP officers are searching the Athabasca River in northeast Alberta for a missing canoer last seen around 12:15 p.m. on Saturday.
1 of 3 Alberta children hospitalized with severe acute hepatitis has been released

Three children in Alberta have now been hospitalized suffering from severe acute hepatitis not caused by known hepatitis viruses, officials said on Monday.

Windsor

Northern Tornadoes Project investigating East London for possible Tornado

Cleanup is still underway from Saturday’s massive storm that hit Southwestern Ontario, and not everyone in the region has their power restored.
Three impaired driving charges laid in Essex County over the long weekend

OPP in Essex County have arrested three people for impaired driving over the long weekend.
IN PICTURES: Statue of baseball legend Fergie Jenkins unveiled at Wrigley Field in Chicago

Canadian baseball legend Fergie Jenkins was honoured by the Chicago Cubs Friday with the unveiling of a new statue at Wrigley Field.

Regina

May long weekend signifies beginning of summer festivities

The Victoria Day long weekend marks the unofficial start of summer with many outdoor events such as festivals, parades and other activities.
Questions surround future by-election for Saskatoon Meeswasin

The seat currently held by the Saskatchewan NDP leader Ryan Meili will be up for grabs within six months of his resignation.
'We're going to run the damn ball': Roughriders keen to focus on ground game this season

A healthy competition has been brewing at Saskatchewan Roughriders training camp over the weekend.

Ottawa

Hydro Ottawa 'crushed' by storm: Another 2 to 4 days to restore power

The President and CEO of Hydro Ottawa says the local distribution network was 'crushed' by Saturday's storm and some people could be without power through the rest of the week.
Spoiled food: City of Ottawa setting up disposal bins, financial help

The city of Ottawa says residents who have lost food because of the ongoing power outages in the city can apply for some financial assistance.
The power of the storm: Clarence-Rockland farmer's silo pushed off foundation

Residents and farmers near Clarence-Rockland were also hit hard by Saturday’s major storm.

Saskatoon

Man charged with murder in May 19 homicide, Saskatoon police say

Saskatoon police have arrested a 35-year-old man in connection to the May 19 homicide of 29-year-old Brandon Baxandall.
'We're going to run the damn ball': Roughriders keen to focus on ground game this season

A healthy competition has been brewing at Saskatchewan Roughriders training camp over the weekend.
Death toll from Saturday's storm hits 10 across Ontario and Quebec

As the death toll related to the powerful storm that swept Ontario and Quebec on Saturday reached 10 on Monday, some of the hardest-hit communities were still working to take stock of the damage.