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Vatican shelves sexual assault probe into Cardinal Marc Ouellet

There is not enough evidence to open a formal church investigation into sexual assault allegations against Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet, Pope Francis said Thursday. The pontiff issued his statement through Matteo Bruni, director of the Holy See press office.

Pope Francis, left, hands to Cardinal Marc Ouellet his speech after addressing the faithful on the occasion of the opening of a 3-day Symposium on Vocations in the Paul VI hall at the Vatican, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

Closed-door national security committee of parliamentarians reviewing spyware use

Parliament's top-secret national security committee is launching a review into federal agencies' ability to intercept private communications, on the heels of the RCMP revealing it has been using spyware as part of major investigations, for decades.

Advocates say use of NDAs should be banned in sexual misconduct settlements

In the wake of the Hockey Canada scandal, some advocates are calling for the use of non-disclosure agreements to be banned or restricted in settlement agreements in cases involving abuse.

BREAKING

BREAKING | Trump Organization CFO pleads guilty in tax evasion case

A top executive at former U.S. President Donald Trump's family business pleaded guilty Thursday to evading taxes in a deal with prosecutors that could potentially make him a star witness against the company at a trial this fall.

Majority of people with Omicron don't know they have it: study

A new study has found that more than half of people infected with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 were unaware they had it. Undiagnosed infections could be the reason why the variant spread so rapidly, according to researchers.

Canada-wide shortage of liquid Children's Tylenol now also impacting chewables

A nationwide shortage of liquid Children’s Tylenol is also impacting generic chewables, with Quebec-based Laboratoire Riva reporting a shortage due to rising demand.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy hosts talks with UN chief, Turkey leader

Turkey's president and the UN chief met with Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy on Thursday in a high-stakes bid to ratchet down a war raging for nearly six months, boost desperately needed grain exports and secure the safety of Europe's biggest nuclear power plant.

Ontario releases plan to stabilize health-care system amid bed and staffing shortages

The next phase of Ontario's 'Plan to Stay Open' involves transferring of seniors from hospital to alternative long-term care homes, the hiring of thousands of health-care workers and a pledge to reduce surgical backlog.
Here's the reaction to Ontario's health-care system changes

Ontario health-care workers, advocates and politicians say they are "deeply troubled" by the slew of health-care and long-term care announcements released Thursday.
Ontario nursing college proposes to temporarily register international nurses

Ontario's nursing college is proposing to register potentially thousands of internationally trained nurses on a temporary basis.

Atlantic

Saint John Police investigating Wednesday afternoon homicide

Police say three unidentified masked men with dark clothing forced their way into an apartment where 39-year-old Justin David Breau was stabbed. The suspects ran away towards Garden Street before police arrived.
Horizon ups its recruitment game, says it’s paying off with 1,300 recruits in five months

New Brunswick’s largest health authority is touting big recruitment numbers, saying its focus on attracting and hiring more healthcare workers, using a variety of incentives, is finally paying off.
Kalin's Call: Rain totals widely varied across Maritimes; sunnier, hotter weather ahead for weekend

The mid-week low-pressure system brought downpours and washouts to parts of the Maritimes, and barely a few millimetres of rain for others.

London

Two people, one horse injured following Elgin County crash

OPP in Elgin County are on scene of a crash involving an electric bike and a pickup truck hauling a livestock trailer. According to police, two people and one horse were injured in the crash that happened just after 7 a.m. at a Lyons Line, Malahide Township address
London man arrested in St. Catharines after armed robbery in North Bay: Police

A London, Ont. man has been arrested in St. Catharines in relation to an armed robbery in North Bay. On Aug. 16, Niagara Regional Police Service notified officers in St. Catharines that a wanted person may be in the area. On Aug. 17, police found and arrested a suspect in the area of Montebello Park, in St. Catharines.
Sarnia mayor seeking another term

Thirty-four years on the job and Sarnia mayor Mike Bradley is looking for more.

Northern Ontario

Northern Ont. MPP begs province to stop the closure remote community's only health care option

With another small northern Ontario community set to lose its only health care provider at the end of the month, Nickel Belt MPP France Gelinas is begging the province for help.
Majority of people with Omicron don't know they have it: study

A new study has found that more than half of people infected with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 were unaware they had it. Undiagnosed infections could be the reason why the variant spread so rapidly, according to researchers.
As home prices drop, here's what you can get in Canada's most affordable markets

CTVNews.ca has compiled a list of homes in some of the most affordable regions across Canada, as many real estate markets see drops in average prices.

Calgary

Woman killed, man injured in early morning Evergreen shooting

Calgary police are investigating a shooting in the community of Evergreen that left one person dead and another fighting for their life.
Flames reportedly near deal with Nazem Kadri, Monahan going to Montreal

The Calgary Flames are making some big moves as there are reports that star centre Nazem Kadri will be joining the team while another says a long-time member will be leaving.
UCP government invests $2M in Kananaskis children's camp

A camp west of Calgary that provides children, youth and their families with activities and programs through the spring, summer and fall will enjoy some new investment from the Alberta government.

Kitchener

More closures along highway 401 near Cambridge expected next week

Another construction project along the 401 near Cambridge could impact commuters as temporary closures alternate between the eastbound and westbound lanes on the highway at Hespeler Road.
Waterloo Regional Police investigating reports of rental scams in the University District

Police are investigating several reports of rental fraud that occurred on August 6 and 7.
Officer charged after crashing into OPP cruiser

A Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer with the Wellington County detachment has been charged with following too closely after they crashed into a marked OPP cruiser while responding to a call for service.

Vancouver

Vancouver zoo expected to give update; attraction closed for 3rd day following wolf release

The Greater Vancouver Zoo is expected to provide an update Thursday on the wolf release that forced the attraction's closure for multiple days.
'Botched' cosmetic procedures lead to woman's arrest in Kamloops: RCMP

Kamloops Mounties say complaints about "botched" cosmetic procedures completed in a private home led to a woman's arrest this week.
Summer camp lifeguard swam through 'debris and leaking fuel' to rescue boat-crash victim

A summer camp lifeguard is being recognized for his efforts in a dramatic rescue after a boater was flung from a vessel when it hit a dock at high speed.

Edmonton

Judge sides with Enbridge Inc. in Michigan's latest effort to halt Line 5 pipeline

A judge in Michigan has ruled in favour of Enbridge Inc. in the company's long-running dispute with the state over the Line 5 cross-border pipeline. Proponents, including Canada's federal government, call Line 5 a vital and indispensable source of energy for Ontario, Quebec and several Midwestern states.
Edmonton Somali community mourns 14-year-old boy who drowned

A service was held Wednesday for the 14-year-old boy who recently drowned at a Whitecourt park.
Edmonton activates emergency weather response with hot weekend ahead

The city has activated its extreme weather response to keep vulnerable people safe during the hot weather forecasted over the weekend.

Windsor

'He's done something terrible': Windsor man pleads guilty to hate crimes against LGBTQ community

Seth Bertrand, 19, pleaded guilty Wednesday to five charges, including “inciting hatred” and mischief for his actions against the home of a same sex couple and the Windsor office of Trans Wellness Ontario.
28 bricks of cocaine seized at Ambassador Bridge

Border officers arrested two people after discovering a duffle bag with 28 bricks of suspected cocaine in a commercial truck at the Ambassador Bridge border crossing between Windsor and Detroit.
Two drivers charged after two crashes on Highway 401 in Lakeshore

Essex County OPP have charged two drivers after two crashes on Highway 401 in Lakeshore.

Regina

Sask. on track for record-breaking drug overdose deaths in 2022

Saskatchewan drug overdose deaths are on the rise again this year.
Downtown properties appear to be acting as parking lots without council approval

A pair of properties in downtown Regina appear to be acting as a parking lot without the proper approval from city council.
Here's how many parking tickets have been issued in Regina this year

The number of parking tickets issued in Regina through the first six months of the year is up 115 per cent from 2021 levels.

Ottawa

Freedom Convoy-affiliated group being evicted from Ottawa church

The owner of a historic church in Ottawa's Lowertown neighbourhood is evicting a group with ties to the 'Freedom Convoy' occupation planning to purchase the property this fall, in an apparent dispute over unpaid rent for the facility.
Hungry bear takes out birdfeeder in Kanata backyard

Bob Barter sent CTV News Ottawa video of the black bear poking the birdfeeder in the backyard of his home in the Katimavik neighbourhood.
Ontario releases plan to stabilize health-care system amid bed and staffing shortages

The next phase of Ontario's 'Plan to Stay Open' involves transferring of seniors from hospital to alternative long-term care homes, the hiring of thousands of health-care workers and a pledge to reduce surgical backlog.

Saskatoon

Sask. on track for record-breaking drug overdose deaths in 2022

Saskatchewan drug overdose deaths are on the rise again this year.
‘We can do this better’: Downtown business owners meet with province about shelter services

Members of Saskatoon's downtown business community had a meeting with provincial ministers last week to discuss the future of downtown homeless shelters and supported living facilities.
Saskatoon police request video evidence of bear spray incidents

The Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) is asking anyone with video evidence of bear spray incidents at the EX to contact the police.