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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.

Empty shelves of children's pain relief medicine are seen at a Toronto pharmacy Wednesday, August 17, 2022. Two Ontario pediatric hospitals say they're facing shortages of common pain relievers amid supply disruptions in some parts of the country. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Joe O'Connal

Ontario mayor fires back at conspiracy theorists who tried to arrest police officers

An Ontario mayor had some harsh words for protesters who attempted to place local police officers under arrest Saturday.

Trump supporters' threats to judge spur democracy concerns

Hundreds of federal judges face the same task every day: review an affidavit submitted by federal agents and approve requests for a search warrant. But for U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart, the fallout from his decision to approve a search warrant has been far from routine.

Ontario mayor fires back at conspiracy theorists who tried to arrest police officers

An Ontario mayor had some harsh words for protesters who attempted to place local police officers under arrest Saturday.
What's the wildest food on the menu at this year's CNE?

The CNE returns this Friday in full force and with it, a slate of carnival-worthy foods sure to shock and amaze your taste buds. Here’s a rundown of some of the offerings this year:
'Novelty' screwdriver looks like replica handgun raising concerns

Concerns are being raised about the sale of a screwdriver that looks like a replica handgun available at a popular auto retailer across Canada.

Atlantic

Opposition parties take aim at Nova Scotia premier over health-care 'crisis'

The two main opposition parties in Nova Scotia are slamming Premier Tim Houston's record on health care after his first year in power.
RCMP track down two young boys driving truck in central Newfoundland

The RCMP in central Newfoundland have tracked down a 13-year-old boy believed to have been behind the wheel of a pickup truck that was spotted driving erratically on the Trans-Canada Highway.
Pain, fever medicines for children scarce on pharmacy shelves

The IWK Health Centre says its inpatient and emergency supplies of liquid acetaminophen and ibuprofen products is adequate.

London

Few details available following police operation in Woodstock, Ont.

Details from police are scarce, but a section of Wilson Street in Woodstock was shut down Wednesday afternoon for what police called a “weapons-related" investigation.
'Great for London': CTV’s 'The Amazing Race' episode in London draws positive reaction

The Forest City got some national exposure during the latest leg of CTV’s "The Amazing Race Canada." London, Ont. was the site for multiple challenges on the hit reality show in Tuesday's episode.
Arrest warrant issued for London, Ont. man in human trafficking investigation

London police are asking for the public’s help after three men were charged following a human trafficking investigation.

Northern Ontario

Former Ontario Premier Mike Harris on health care privatization debate

At a charity golf tournament and gala raising money for the North Bay Regional Health Centre Foundation, former Ontario Premier Mike Harris addressed the staffing crisis in hospitals and fears of privatizing health care.
New stratospheric balloon experiments launched in Timmins

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is back in Timmins launching stratospheric balloons to collect data about our atmosphere with scientists from around the world.
Lock tours return to Sault Ste. Marie

There's a new presence on the waterfront in Sault Ste. Marie. The "Miss Marie" is now offering tours of the St. Marys River and the Soo Locks.

Calgary

Cyclist struck in Macleod Trail collision

A cyclist was struck by a truck Wednesday on Macleod Trail S.W.
Verbal attack on teen girls aboard Calgary bus potentially hate motivated: police

Calgary police are working to identity a woman allegedly involved in a hate-motivated incident aboard a Calgary Transit bus earlier this month.
Calgary library closed until Friday following 'traumatic incident'

The Calgary Library closed abruptly Wednesday afternoon after an incident that police say was connected to a person who was involved in a mental health crisis.

Kitchener

'It does reduce the strain on the emergency department:' province planning to expand paramedic powers

The provincial government is expanding the amount of power paramedics have when responding to an emergency.
Special Investigations Unit clears Stratford officer who “fell short” of his duty in connection to death of 18-month-old

A decision handed down by the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) ruled a Stratford police officer who “fell short in his duty of care” will not be criminally prosecuted in connection to the death of a toddler who was “failing to thrive.”
Woodstock roads reopen after major investigation involving the bomb squad

There was a major police presence in Woodstock Wednesday afternoon for a weapons investigation involving the bomb squad and canine units.

Vancouver

Gangster's execution outside of a busy Vancouver restaurant was carefully planned: court documents

The man who killed Harpreet Singh Dhaliwal outside of a busy Vancouver restaurant last year planned the killing for weeks, setting up in an Airbnb to 'track down' the victim 'for the purpose of killing him,' court documents say.
Children's flu and pain medications in short supply across B.C.

An unprecedented cold and flu season coupled with supply chain issues is leading to a shortage of liquid Advil and Tylenol for kids across British Columbia.
Driver hit a school bus, fled from police, ran off into the forest: Kelowna RCMP

Mounties are looking for a suspect after a strange series of events in Kelowna this week.

Edmonton

'We need funding': Alberta's lone volunteer underwater search team asks for support to bring closure to families

The volunteer underwater search team that responds to drownings all across Alberta is concerned it won't be able to survive without funding from the provincial government.
Ben Stelter immortalized in sand by Toronto artist James Sun

James Sun is a Toronto artist who uses coloured sand to create layered works of art. When he heard that Stelter had died, he said he wanted to create a piece commemorating the energy the six-year-old superfan put out into the world.
St. Albert man charged with sexual assault on child under 12

A St. Albert man is facing charges in connection with the sexual assault of a child, and police believe there may be other victims.

Windsor

Treat mental health as a pandemic: Windsor city councillor issues call in wake of fatal police shooting

It's long overdue for upper levels of government to start handling mental health with the same level of action as they did with COVID-19, according to a Windsor city councillor in the wake of police fatally shooting a 70-year-old man who had allegedly been threatening people with a machete.
Deadline for child-care operators to opt in to $10-a-day extended

The province has extended the deadline for childcare operators to opt into the life-changing $10-a-day program.
'It comes and goes': Over-the-counter children’s medicine getting harder to find

Southwestern Ontario parents looking to lower their child’s fever or relieve their headache are having trouble finding over-the-counter children’s medicine on pharmacy shelves.

Regina

'Step in the right direction': Sask. government works to end healthcare disruption in Balcarres

The Town of Balcarres has been delivered a new set of promises from the provincial government regarding the reopening of the lab department at the Balcarres Integrated Care Centre.
Saskatchewan to send patients to Alberta for privatized surgery; won't pay for travel

Saskatchewan plans to send people to Alberta to get privatized surgeries, but the cost of travel won't be covered by the government.
Former Saskatoon doctor faces 3 more murder charges in Ontario

A former Saskatoon doctor charged with first-degree murder in Ontario is now facing three more murder charges in that province.

Ottawa

Eastern Ontario doctor facing 3 new murder charges

An eastern Ontario doctor who was charged with first-degree murder in the death of a patient is facing three new murder charges, Ontario Provincial Police have announced.
'We don’t have options here': Ottawa family seeks out-of-country cancer treatment for daughter

An Ottawa family is facing a daunting challenge in their search for a treatment for their nine-year-old daughter with cancer.
Woman, 28, killed in chain-reaction crash east of Ottawa

Emergency crews responded to the four-vehicle collision at County Road 17 and County Road 9 in the Township of Alfred-Plantagenet at approximately 5:15 p.m. Tuesday.

Saskatoon

Province, VIDO encourage booster doses as COVID-19 is once again on the rise

University of Saskatchewan researchers say the viral load of COVID-19 in Saskatoon’s wastewater has shown a week-over-week increase the past month, potentially meaning cases of the virus are on the rise.
Some parents facing affordability challenges with increased school supply prices

With the first day of classes looming, some parents shopping for school supplies are facing affordability challenges with higher priced essentials.
Former Saskatoon doctor faces 3 more murder charges in Ontario

A former Saskatoon doctor charged with first-degree murder in Ontario is now facing three more murder charges in that province.