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Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet accused of sexual assault in class-action lawsuit

Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet, once considered a front-runner to become pope, has been accused of sexual assault and is among a list of clergy members and diocesan staff named in a class-action lawsuit against the archdiocese of Quebec. A woman identified as 'F.' in court documents tabled on Tuesday accused Ouellet of several incidents of unwanted touching.

Pope Francis, left, and Cardinal Marc Ouellet arrive at 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)

Trump's angry words spur warnings of real violence

A growing number of ardent Donald Trump supporters seem ready to strike back against the FBI or others who they believe go too far in investigating the former U.S. president.

Why is ArriveCan still mandatory, and what is Ottawa's plan for the app?

The glitch-prone app touted as an efficient border tool early in the pandemic has become a punching bag for critics who question its utility -- but ArriveCan may be here to stay.

Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns

Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.

Elon Musk says he is buying Manchester United

Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said on Tuesday he was buying football club Manchester United.

B.C. man among first approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program still waiting for compensation

A B.C. man, who was among the first Canadians approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program, says he is frustrated with the length of time it is taking to receive compensation.

Wolves apparently freed on purpose, Vancouver zoo says amid ongoing recapture efforts

The wolves that were found outside their enclosure at the Greater Vancouver Zoo Tuesday appear to have been freed on purpose, according to officials.

Lead investigator in N.S. mass shooting says he stands by political interference accusations

The senior Mountie who made allegations of political meddling in the investigation into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting defended his position to members of parliament Tuesday.

OPINION

OPINION | Economists are forecasting a recession in Canada, how should you prepare?

The next time the Bank of Canada raises interest rates on the scheduled date of September 7, 2022, it could potentially trigger a recession. Although there may be a chance that we don’t enter into a recession and the BoC is still hoping for a soft landing, it’s best to be prepared. Contributor Christopher Liew explains how.

Toronto

Ontario man gets massive surprise after winning lottery on first-ever ticket

A 24-year-old Ontario man who bought a lottery ticket for the first time says he has been left in complete shock after winning a massive prize.
Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns

Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.
Severe thunderstorm, 55 mm of rain set to hit parts of southern Ontario

A severe thunderstorm warning has ended for parts of Ontario forecast to see heavy rainfall amounts of around 55 mm on Tuesday night.

Atlantic

N.S. shooting inquiry: Advice given to witness worries former judge

A former Supreme Court of Canada judge working with the inquiry into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting says he's worried the federal Justice Department has been discouraging witnesses from being forthcoming with relevant evidence.
Health-care issues stem from cuts, decades of poor planning: emergency medicine expert

Long wait times, closed emergency departments and growing waitlists for family doctors have exposed the pressures facing the health-care system this summer – specifically on emergency medicine.
N.B. reports five new COVID-19-related deaths; hospital admissions stabilize

New Brunswick is reporting five more deaths related to COVID-19 in its weekly update.

London

Stratford officer 'fell short' in duty of deceased toddler, but did not commit criminal offence: SIU

The SIU has determined that while a Stratford, Ont. police officer did not commit a criminal offence in relation to a toddler who died last year, the officer “fell short” in his duty of care towards the 18-month-old boy.
Suspect assaults woman with knife, tapes her mouth and forces her into bathroom: London police

A London man is facing several serious charges after he allegedly assaulted a woman with a knife and held her against her will.
19-year-old Londoner charged after driving double the speed limit

A 19-year-old from London, Ont. is facing a stunt driving charge after they were caught allegedly speeding 176km/h in an 80km/h zone in East Perth, according to OPP.

Northern Ontario

Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns

Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.
OPINION
OPINION | Economists are forecasting a recession in Canada, how should you prepare?

The next time the Bank of Canada raises interest rates on the scheduled date of September 7, 2022, it could potentially trigger a recession. Although there may be a chance that we don’t enter into a recession and the BoC is still hoping for a soft landing, it’s best to be prepared. Contributor Christopher Liew explains how.
New technology expected to improve school bus safety

With the return of classes just over three weeks away, back-to-school preparations are underway in northern Ontario, including mapping out bus routes, recruiting drivers and installing some new technology on buses.

Calgary

Calgary man lands in B.C. hospital after falling from two-storey balcony at Airbnb

Lawrence Pickrem thought he’d be celebrating a weekend away with friends in Vernon, B.C., but two hours into the trip on Friday it changed dramatically.
Provincial police proposal brings about quarrel and questions

Alberta's Official Opposition would see the United Conservative Party's pitch for a provincial police force cuffed and locked away.
As the Canadian Elite Basketball League season wraps up, report says Calgary to get franchise in 2023

Word in the Twitterverse is that Calgary is getting a pro basketball team.

Kitchener

'This is bigger than football': Golden Hawks welcome back Light House members for training day
City of Waterloo condemns recent hate-motivated graffiti found in region

The City of Waterloo issued a statement on Tuesday condemning hate-motivated graffiti that has been appearing across Waterloo region.
Fire crews advise caution after more than 100 animals were killed in two separate barn fires

Rural fire crews were busy this week after two separate barn fires north of Kitchener were responsible for the deaths of over 100 livestock. Between the two fires, 116 cattle and four horses were killed, according to fire officials.

Vancouver

Break-in, attempted child abduction under investigation in Abbotsford

Police in Abbottsford say a man broke into a home and tried to pull a child out of a ground-floor bedroom window Monday night.
Band-Aid or a good first step? Vancouver mayoral candidate wants more cop-nurse teams for mental health calls

A Vancouver businessman who wants to be the city’s next mayor is calling on the expansion of a long-running police-medical partnership to address mental health crises, but a community advocate is lukewarm to what he considers a Band-Aid solution.
'We're at our last stand': Tent city residents, advocates speak out against Vancouver's eviction plans

People living in a growing encampment in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside joined advocates in the neighbourhood to speak out against plans to try and dismantle the makeshift homes.

Edmonton

‘We didn’t expect him to survive’: Alberta SPCA rescues emaciated horse, asks animal owners to keep numbers manageable

Marvin the horse is half the size he should be at his age and could barely walk when he was rescued in July by the Alberta SPCA, something the organization said could have been avoided.
Body of 14-year-old boy found in pond northwest of Edmonton

The body of the 14-year-old boy who drowned in a Whitecourt, Alta., pond on Sunday was recovered on Tuesday, RCMP told CTV News Edmonton.
Banff passenger rail project still working on provincial and environmental support

An ambitious proposal to bring daily rail service between Calgary and Banff is waiting on provincial dollars to secure the next step in making it a reality.

Windsor

A healthcare solution? Growing calls to open more nurse practitioner-led clinics in Windsor-Essex

As Ontario continues to face an overburdened healthcare system, calls are growing to open more nurse practitioner-led clinics in Windsor-Essex.
Windsor teen takes title and earns gold medal in wrestling at Canada Games

Nineteen-year-old Sophia Bechard is basking in her gold medal victory following a wrestling match at the Canada Summer Games in Niagara Falls.
After 40-plus years, Windsor paediatrician hangs up stethoscope

Dr. Mark Awuku has treated generations of families in Windsor throughout his 40-plus year career.

Regina

Service disruption at Assiniboia hospital highlights province-wide issue

Assiniboia is one of more than a dozen towns in Saskatchewan to face a healthcare disruption in the last month.
Scam involving death threats, graphic images over text detected in Regina: RPS

An ongoing online scam that threatens people’s safety and lives has now been reported in the Queen City, according to the Regina Police Service (RPS).
'I let Rider Nation down': Riders' Garrett Marino returns to practice after 4 week suspension

Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive tackle Garrett Marino made his return to practice Tuesday after serving his four game suspension from the Canadian Football League.

Ottawa

Former Ottawa nurse in liver failure after accidental needle prick

Former Ottawa nurse Pam Hopkins-Dargavel is seriously ill. Her liver is failing because of an accidental needle prick 32 years ago. She is in desperate need of a liver transplant and a living donor could make all the difference.
Calabogie residents fighting to keep waterfront docks

Waterfront residents in Calabogie are fighting to keep their docks after the township ordered them removed.
Cost of living putting pressure on families despite slight decline in inflation rate

Despite some relief at the pumps last month, the high cost of living continues to squeeze Canadians’ pocketbooks.

Saskatoon

Committee approves new vision for Farmers' Market Building

The Farmers' Market Building at River Landing is a step closer to reopening.
2022 Saskatoon Folk Fest returns Thursday through Saturday

Jeeyu Birch is looking forward to performing traditional Korean music with her mom and two children at this year’s edition of the Saskatoon Folk Fest.
'I let Rider Nation down': Riders' Garrett Marino returns to practice after 4 week suspension

Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive tackle Garrett Marino made his return to practice Tuesday after serving his four game suspension from the Canadian Football League.