Things to do in and around Montreal this weekend: Dec. 2-4

People shop at a Christmas market in Montreal, Saturday, November 28, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

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Advocates come together to help sailors stuck for months on tugboats in Quebec port

Groups that advocate for seafarers are expressing concern for 11 sailors who are spending a harsh Quebec winter aboard three tugboats that have been detained for months in the port of Trois-Rivières.

Two tugboats that have been detained by Transport Canada are shown in Trois-Rivières, Que. on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. Groups that advocate for seafarers are expressing concern for crew members who are spending a harsh Quebec winter aboard three tugboats that have been stuck in the port of Trois-Rivières for months. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Morgan Lowrie

Canadians Drake, Michael Buble, Tobias Jesso Jr. among early Grammy winners

Singer-songwriter Tobias Jesso Jr. became a first-time Grammy Award winner at the pre-broadcast ceremony where fellow Canadians Michael Buble and Drake also picked up trophies.

Tiny wines find home in B.C.'s market, as Canadians consider reducing consumption

Wine lovers have growing options on the shelf to enjoy their favourite beverage as producers in B.C. offer smaller container sizes.

Canada sends military aircraft into Haiti's skies as gang violence escalates

Canada has sent one of its military planes to Haiti to help the country cope with escalating violence. A joint statement today from National Defence Minister Anita Anand and Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Canada has deployed a CP-140 Aurora aircraft to help 'disrupt the activities of gangs' in Haiti.

New study highlights increasing prevalence of muscle dysmorphia among Canadian boys, young men

Canadian researchers are drawing attention to the increasing prevalence of 'a pathological pursuit of muscularity' among Canadian boys and young men, with a new study that found one in four were at risk of developing what's known as muscle dysmorphia.

Victim identified in fatal hit-and-run on the Danforth that is now considered a homicide

Toronto police have identified the victim of a fatal hit-and-run on the Danforth early Sunday morning, which police say is now being treated as a homicide.
Calls grow to declare Toronto homelessness a public health crisis after extreme cold

Councillors in Toronto are set to consider keeping warming centres open 24-7 for the rest of the winter amid growing calls for homelessness to be declared a public health crisis in the city.
Historic trees at Toronto's Osgoode Hall spared until Feb. 10 following interim injunction

The historic trees on the chopping block at Osgoode Hall in downtown Toronto will live to see another day.

Atlantic

The Big Thaw: Burst pipes, water damage wreaks havoc on Maritime homes

After one of the coldest days in years for most of the Maritimes, temperatures were up significantly Sunday. Now, after the big chill came the big thaw -- and a flood of calls for local plumbers.
Eastern Canada cold snap ends, but thousands in N.S. and N.B. still without power

Cold weather alerts that blanketed eastern Canada for the past two days have largely lifted, but some Nova Scotians and New Brunswickers remain without power due to outages caused by the frigid temperatures and high winds.
Nova Scotia’s Serious Incident Response Team investigating death of N.B. man: RCMP

New Brunswick RCMP has requested the Nova Scotia Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) conduct an inquiry after a man died during a police response Saturday.

London

London Lightning brings awareness to violence against women

London Lightning players looked a little different at their game Sunday, turning in their yellow jerseys for purple ones to bring awareness to the issue of male violence against women.
‘#ChooseToInclude trending in Canada’: Local Special Olympians benefit from donut sales

Kerry Cloney is getting in some extra bowling practice as she prepares for her next provincial tournament.
COVID-19 outbreak at Seaforth Community Hospital declared over

The inpatient unit at Seaforth Community Hospital has reopened to admissions and transfers following a COVID-19 outbreak on the unit.

Northern Ontario

Sudbury cellphone sale goes wrong

Greater Sudbury Police Service say it has charged a man and a woman with multiple offences following the investigation into an online ad selling a cellular phone.
New study highlights increasing prevalence of muscle dysmorphia among Canadian boys, young men

Canadian researchers are drawing attention to the increasing prevalence of 'a pathological pursuit of muscularity' among Canadian boys and young men, with a new study that found one in four were at risk of developing what's known as muscle dysmorphia.
Saturday night stabbing in Sudbury leaves one in hospital

A teen is in hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries following an incident in the Greater Sudbury community of Coniston Saturday evening.

Calgary

'Absolute nightmare': Calgarians call attention to the children unable to leave Ukraine

A group of Calgarians gathered along Memorial Drive Sunday to draw attention to what they call "disgusting" treatment of Ukrainian children.
New Calgary cricket program sees dozens of children hit the field

A new Calgary cricket league is allowing children to take a swing at the sport — and it's already seen its popularity skyrocket.
Calgary firefighter bounces back after removal of volleyball-sized tumour

Cancer is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, and Saturday, on World Cancer Day, many shared their stories in the hopes of helping others.

Kitchener

Most read stories of the week: Conestoga Mall robbery, house explosion hearing, cancelled Valentine's Day

An armed robbery at Conestoga Mall, a hearing on a 2018 Kitchener house explosion, and a school cancelling Valentine's Day round out the most ready stories of the week.
Woolwich man arrested for alleged death threats to local MP

Waterloo regional police have arrested a Woolwich man after death threats were allegedly made to a local Member of Parliament online.
Waterloo region residents out enjoying warmer temperatures following cold stint

The arctic-like cold has come and gone and temperatures are on the rise.

Vancouver

'I want to bring Blockbuster back': B.C. teen creates free movie lending library

Tucked away on a residential street in Langley, there's a blue cabinet filled with VHS tapes and DVDs bearing the once-familiar logo of Blockbuster video.
Dog found chained in basement delivers 7 healthy puppies, BC SPCA

A dog that was rescued after being found chained to a wall in a Kelowna basement has given birth to seven healthy puppies, according to the B.C. SPCA.
Uber introducing carpooling option in Vancouver

Vancouver is one of three Canadian cities where Uber is set to introduce a ride-sharing option, a move being touted as a more sustainable and affordable option for customers.

Edmonton

Family of man slain in northeast Edmonton searching for answers

An Edmonton family is in mourning after the sudden death of their son and brother in the city's northeast.
Woman stabbed in confrontation at grocery store

RCMP are investigating after a woman was stabbed in a Red Deer grocery store on Friday.
Local family preserving and passing on culture through dance

A Métis family is showing off their culture through dance, giving people a chance to enjoy it while also preserving it.

Windsor

The secret to a 'perfect' bowl of chili? Peppers, honey, bacon and lots of love

The inaugural Border City BBQ Chili Fest took place Sunday at Wolfhead Distillery, pitting 10 teams of chili makers against one another
Realtor fears influx in demand for affordable housing in Windsor-Essex

A new student residence is slated for the University of Windsor following a record number of student enrollments.
Convoy marking one-year since Ambassador Bridge blockade expected to arrive in Windsor: police

Windsor police say a vehicle convoy marking the one-year anniversary of the Ambassador Bridge blockade is expected to arrive in the city Sunday afternoon.

Regina

'A big part of my childhood': Regina student brings Lego to life through stop-motion animation

Jayson Reddekopp has been a Lego collector since he was a kid. Now in his second year of university, he’s bringing his passion to life using just his Lego pieces and an iPhone.
Over 40 dogs found in Fort Qu'Appelle home, court documents show

Two men from the Fort Qu'Appelle area were found guilty of causing distress to animals in a dog hoarding case.
Mischief charges laid after fire extinguisher set off in business: Regina police

Two youths were arrested after allegedly causing mischief in Regina’s downtown early Saturday night.

Ottawa

Deep freeze ends in Ottawa

Above seasonal temperatures are in the forecast for Ottawa over the next five days, after three straight days of extreme cold temperatures.
Prescott, Ont. council to debate motion to eliminate mandatory oath to King Charles

The debate on elected officials pledging allegiance to King Charles III will shift to a small town south of Ottawa this week, as Prescott town council discusses a motion on whether to abolish the requirement for newly elected members.
Kingston's Hotel Dieu Hospital postponing some appointments on Monday following water pipe burst

Kingston's Hotel Dieu Hospital is postponing some in-patient appointments scheduled for Monday following a burst water pipe.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon city greenhouses on the verge of being condemned: report

Saskatoon will no longer supply its own flowers for its summer flowerpots and garden beds, according to a report before city councillors this week.
Sask. man dead following snowmobile collision

A person is dead following a snowmobile collision near Candle Lake early Sunday morning.
'A big part of my childhood': Regina student brings Lego to life through stop-motion animation

Jayson Reddekopp has been a Lego collector since he was a kid. Now in his second year of university, he’s bringing his passion to life using just his Lego pieces and an iPhone.