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Monkeypox: What is it and how does it spread?

A growing number of countries, including Canada, the U.S., Spain, Portugal, and the U.K, are reporting an unusual outbreak of monkeypox. Here is what we know about this rare virus.

This 2003 electron microscope image made available by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows mature, oval-shaped monkeypox virions, left, and spherical immature virions, right, obtained from a sample of human skin associated with the 2003 prairie dog outbreak. (Cynthia S. Goldsmith, Russell Regner/CDC via AP)

Canada inflation: How we compare to other G7 nations

With a meeting of G7 finance ministers underway this week, a CTVNews.ca analysis found that while Canadians are feeling the pain of record-high inflation, among G7 nations we are surpassed by Germany, the U.S., and the U.K.

911 dispatcher who took Buffalo shooting call put on leave

A 911 dispatcher has been placed on leave and may lose her job after allegedly hanging up on an supermarket employee hiding during this weekend's shooting rampage in Buffalo, New York.

Service Canada increases staffing at passport counters, but long waits persist

With lengthy delays for Canadians seeking to get a new or renewed passport, Service Canada says it’s upped staffing at passport service counters to expedite processing ahead of the summer travel season. Yet, travellers say they’re still facing long wait times.

Jason Kenney has quit as UCP leader. What happens to the party and government now?

With Jason Kenney having stepped down as leader of Alberta's United Conservative Party, who is now leader of the province?

Conservatives want Canada to revert to pre-pandemic travel rules

The Conservative Party is doubling down on its call for the federal government to do away with travel restrictions and revert back to 'pre-pandemic rules' in light of recent airport delays.

Rosmarie Trapp, whose family inspired 'Sound of Music,' dies

Rosmarie Trapp, whose Austrian family the von Trapps was made famous in the musical and beloved movie 'The Sound of Music,' has died.

OPINION

OPINION | Don Martin: Premier Jason Kenney deserved a better death

There's a lesson for Canada's political leaders in the short life and quick death of Jason Kenney as premier of Alberta, writes Don Martin in an exclusive opinion column for CTVNews.ca.

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NEW | Man charged in Edison Avenue homicide in Winnipeg; police investigating possibility of more victims

The Winnipeg Police Service has changed a 35-year-old man with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a woman whose remains were found near an apartment building in North Kildonan, and police are investigating the possibility of more victims.

Toronto

Travellers are changing plans to avoid massive Toronto Pearson delays. Here's one way they're avoiding the issue

Ongoing delays at Toronto Pearson International Airport have seen passengers waiting on tarmacs and in long lines, and some travelers are now deciding to reroute their plans.
Health officials discover nearly 1,000 cases of new COVID-19 subvariant in Ontario

Nearly 1,000 cases of a new Omicron COVID-19 subvariant dubbed 'BA.2.20' have been detected in Ontario, health officials say.
One person arrested after Lamborghini stolen during Toronto home invasion

One person has been arrested and at least one other suspect remains outstanding after a luxury SUV was stolen during a home invasion in Toronto.

Atlantic

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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.
N.S. reports 24 new deaths related to COVID-19; drop in new cases, hospitalizations

Health officials in Nova Scotia are reporting an increase in new deaths in the province's weekly COVID-19 update.
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.

London

Western U removes LGBTQ social media post after backlash

Western university has removed an image posted online after backlash that generated some controversy.
Pre-trial motions underway for man accused of killing Muslim family in London, Ont.

Pre-trial motions got underway Thursday for the man accused in the deaths of a London Muslim family.
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.

Northern Ontario

Two of four Ontario party leaders sick with COVID-19

As Ontario's election date approaches, two of the province’s four 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 has quit as UCP leader. What happens to the party and government now?

With Jason Kenney having stepped down as leader of Alberta's United Conservative Party, who is now leader of the province?
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.
CBSA wants Albertans to have a smooth trip across the border this summer

The Victoria Day long weekend is right around the corner and the Canada Border Services Agency says all travellers must use a mobile app, which gives agents access to all their travel and health information, to return to Canada.

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.
'It keeps me alive': Guelph, Ont. senior earns black belt in jiu-jitsu

Jim Stevenson, 66, has been promoted to black belt in jiu-jitsu, making him the oldest person in his dojo to receive the belt.
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.

Vancouver

B.C. clerk of the legislature Craig James guilty of breach of trust

British Columbia's former clerk of the legislature dishonestly claimed expenses for work attire and received payment on a false basis, a judge said Thursday in finding Craig James guilty of fraud and breach of trust.
Health-care rally draws hundreds to B.C. legislature

As a growing number of British Columbians can’t find a primary care provider, hundreds of demonstrators demanded more health-care resources at a “Rally for Change” at the legislature.
B.C. winner of $2M lottery jackpot buying motorhome to travel around U.S.

B.C.'s latest lottery millionaire is planning to buy his dream motorhome then travel around the U.S. with his wife.

Edmonton

Jason Kenney has quit as UCP leader. What happens to the party and government now?

With Jason Kenney having stepped down as leader of Alberta's United Conservative Party, who is now leader of the province?
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.
Woman stabbed at downtown Edmonton LRT station

A woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries Wednesday night after she was stabbed at Bay/Enterprise Square Station in Edmonton.

Windsor

'Period poverty': It’s a thing and this teenager wants to end it

Jada Malott, 17, is one of the driving forces behind the success of Tampon Tuesday in Windsor-Essex.
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.
What’s open and closed in Windsor-Essex on Victoria Day

Here’s a list of what’s open and closed in Windsor-Essex on Victoria Day on Monday, May 23:

Regina

Ryan Meili stepping down as MLA of Saskatoon Meewasin

NDP Leader Ryan Meili announced he is resigning from his position as MLA of Saskatoon-Meewasin.
SGI begins mailing out rebate cheques

Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) has begun mailing out rebate cheques to customers across the province.
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.

Ottawa

Ottawa surpasses 800 COVID-19 deaths

Ottawa surpassed a grim COVID-19 milestone on Thursday, even as hospitalizations remained at a low for the year.
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.
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.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon check-stop blitz sees 16 drivers nabbed for impaired driving

Sixteen drivers were taken off the road for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Saskatoon on Wednesday night, Saskatoon police say.
Ryan Meili stepping down as MLA of Saskatoon Meewasin

NDP Leader Ryan Meili announced he is resigning from his position as MLA of Saskatoon-Meewasin.
Prince Albert man charged after altercation results in serious injuries, police say

Prince Albert police have charged a 22-year-old man with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon following an incident involving a vehicle and pedestrian Wednesday afternoon.