Young person suffers life-threatening injuries in crash near MacTier

Emergency crews attend the scene of a two-vehicle collision on Lake Joseph Road between Muskoka Road 169 and Clerks Road near MacTier, Ont., on Mon., June 27, 2022 (Supplied)

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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.

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.
Number of New Brunswickers waiting in hospital for nursing home beds increases, again

Despite promises that it’s a priority, the number of people, mostly seniors, waiting in New Brunswick hospitals for a nursing home bed has increased, according to numbers collected by the Coalition for Seniors’ Rights.
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.

Montreal

2 dead in Laurentians in presumed domestic violence, children in youth protection

A case of alleged domestic violence has left two people dead and two children in youth protection in Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac.
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.
Quebec COVID-19 vaccinations increase as infection rates remain stable

The number of Quebecers receiving treatment for COVID-19 has increased by eight, according to public health officials.

Ottawa

Freedom Convoy-affiliated group alleges attempted eviction from Ottawa church

Tensions are high at a historic church in Ottawa's Lowertown neighbourhood in an apparent dispute over unpaid rent between the property owner and the group with ties to the ‘Freedom Convoy’ occupation planning to purchase the property this fall.
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.

Toronto

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.

Kitchener

Woodstock man charged in connection to explosives investigation

An investigation into reports of explosions has resulted in a Woodstock man’s arrest.
'It's never been enough': ODSP recipients struggle to make ends meet

Earlier this week, the Ontario government announced it is following through with an earlier promise to bolster the support people receive through ODSP, but advocates say the government needs to do more to address the living wage gap those living on ODSP face.
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.

London

Flames reportedly near deal with Nazem Kadri

There is news of a big move involving the Calgary Flames as star centre Nazem Kadri is expected to have signed a lengthy deal with the team.
London man arrested in St. Catherines after armed robbery in North Bay: Police

A London, Ont. man has been arrested in St. Catherines in relation to an armed robbery in North Bay. On Aug. 16, Niagara Regional Police Service notified officers in St. Catherines 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.
Woodstock man charged after witnesses report explosions

Just after 5 a.m. on Wednesday, and again around 10:30 p.m., police responded to a parking lot at the intersection of Wilson Street and Peel Street to investigate a weapons-related call.

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.

Windsor

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.
Highway 401 reopens in Lakeshore

OPP in Essex County have reopened the eastbound lanes of Highway 401 between Belle River Road and French Line Road after two separate crashes.
Chatham-Kent man charged with impaired driving after crash

A 48-year-old Chatham-Kent man has been charged with impaired driving after a two-vehicle crash.

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

There is news of a big move involving the Calgary Flames as star centre Nazem Kadri is expected to have signed a lengthy deal with the team.
Airdrie Urgent Care Centre to resume weekend evening operations

Staffing shortages were blamed for a reduction in hours at the facility that saw the urgent care centre closed between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

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.
Saskatoon Sundog Arts and Entertainment Faire cancelled

The Saskatoon Sundog event has been cancelled for 2022.
Sask. RCMP warning of text message scam

Saskatchewan RCMP is warning people of a text message came happening around the province.

Edmonton

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.
2 charged in glasses heist from Fort Saskatchewan business, 1 still at large

Two people have been arrested and charged after more than $50,000 in frames were stolen from a Fort Saskatchewan eye care clinic earlier this week.
Motorcyclist airlifted from scene of Highway 16 crash

A motorcyclist was flown by STARS to a hospital in Edmonton Wednesday night after a crash with a motorhome on Highway 16 east of Edmonton.

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.
B.C. COVID-19 modelling group estimates infections '100-fold' higher than official count

British Columbia's official count of COVID-19 cases is underestimating the spread of the disease in the province by a factor of 100, according to an independent group of researchers.
Representing Canada, Vancouver team defeats Australia in Little League World Series

It started with a lengthy weather delay, but it turned out to be a g'day at Volunteer Stadium for Canada at the 75th Little League World Series.