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Mask mandate drops in Nova Scotia public schools Tuesday

When students in Nova Scotia return to school on Tuesday after the Victoria Day long weekend, wearing masks will be optional.

Man wanted for incident that prompted lockdown of Halifax mall arrested

A man wanted in connection with two robberies and an incident that prompted that lockdown of the Halifax Shopping Centre in March has been arrested.

Jamar Lakwame Carvery, 23, is seen in this photo. (Halifax Regional Police)

Man, 19, dies following single-vehicle crash in Shediac Cape, N.B.

A 19-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle collision in Shediac Cape, N.B.

Shediac RCMP say police attended the scene around 10:15 p.m. Sunday, where a vehicle rolled over and was found in a ditch on Route 134. (Courtesy: Wade Perry)

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Main Street Myrtle returns home after 8 months at Hope for Wildlife

After being in the care of Hope for Wildlife for 245 days, Main Street Myrtle is set to head home to mark World Turtle Day.

'She's making my dreams come true': 12-year-old Cape Breton cancer fighter keeps on fundraising

Last week, Molly Wadden and her father set up a musical fundraiser at the Cape Breton Farmers Market. On Saturday, the two returned with a cheque for the Make-A-Wish Foundation for $13,062.85.

Crocheted Halifax clock tower dress turns heads

Textile artist Alexandria Masse is a crochet master, her fingers flying with speed and dexterity every time she creates.

'We're excited': Businesses optimistic with return of CAT Ferry service

Passengers on The CAT ferry were greeted with a warm welcome as they arrived in Yarmouth Thursday night.

Beloved P.E.I. musical 'Anne and Gilbert' set to make its first comeback

The famous music of Anne and Gilbert hasn’t hit the stage on the island since 2019, but a local festival is allowing it make a return.

With Grand Manan's only bank set to close, residents of the N.B. island are fighting to keep it open

Residents on the New Brunswick island of Grand Manan are rallying to keep their village’s only bank open. The Bank of Nova Scotia, or Scotiabank, notified customers of its plans to leave Grand Manan in January.

Maud Lewis painting, once traded for grilled cheese sandwiches, sells for $350K

A painting by Nova Scotia artist Maud Lewis that was once traded for a few grilled cheese sandwiches, recently sold for an astounding $350,000 at auction.

N.S. artist makes history as youngest rapper to release full album in Canada

A young Nova Scotia rapper is making hip-hop history. Six-year-old Levon the Prince just released his debut six-track album.

P.E.I. park to be named in honour of Mi’kmaw runner

Michael Thomas was one of the best long distance runners of his era. In 1911, he was the first Prince Edward Islander to ever run the Boston Marathon. He finished 26th that year.

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Crocheted Halifax clock tower dress turns heads

Textile artist Alexandria Masse is a crochet master, her fingers flying with speed and dexterity every time she creates.
N.S. community paramedic program benefiting patient care

Three years after launching, a community-based paramedic program in Nova Scotia has changed the way some patients receive care.
Halifax country musician Lisa Richard set to launch sophomore album

Halifax-based musician Lisa Richard is preparing to release her sophomore album and she says its meaning is to highlight positive moments.
N.S. artist makes history as youngest rapper to release full album in Canada

A young Nova Scotia rapper is making hip-hop history. Six-year-old Levon the Prince just released his debut six-track album.
Long weekend kicks off camping season with few restrictions

In a community some consider 'the gateway' to the Cabot Trail, a mountainside campground in Englishtown, N.S. is preparing to welcome visitors to the famed scenic coastal drive.
'It makes us feel really good': Cape Breton volunteers offer monthly free lunches as food costs continue to rise

With food prices going up, a group of Cape Breton volunteers are doing what they can to provide a little relief to those on the island.
Hope for Wildlife sees uptick in animal drop-offs as warmer months approach

It's proving to be another busy spring season at Hope for Wildlife. The animal rehabilitation centre in Seaforth, N.S., tends to see an uptick in baby animal drop-offs this time of year.
State-of-the-art climate research centre officially opens on P.E.I.

Prince Edward Island is home to a new one-of-a-kind facility. The University of Prince Edward Island’s new climate research centre officially opened Thursday.

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B.C.'s rejected licence plate list includes GAS LOL, BONDVLN, WE VAPE

Some of British Columbia's more creative vehicle owners received bad news over the last two years: you can't put everything on a licence plate.

ICBC's 'Kermode bear' licence plate is shown.

Funeral services held for decorated 100-year-old Canadian fighter ace

Funeral services were held Friday morning for Second World War fighter ace James "Stocky" Edwards in Courtenay, B.C.

A funeral was held for renowned Canadian fighter ace James Francis "Stocky" Edwards on May 20, 2022. (CTV News)

'Holy grail of all finds': Ottawa boy finds gun while magnet fishing in creek

A 12-year-old Ottawa boy is sharing his story after a magnet fishing trip turned up an unexpected find.

Nathan Sirois, 12, of Ottawa says magnet fishing is a favourite pastime during the spring and summer. (Jeremie Charron/CTV News Ottawa)

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'Cougar' spotted in Vancouver neighbourhood was actually a large house cat: police

Police were called to a Vancouver neighbourhood for reports of a cougar sighting in the area. What they found was something else.

100-year-old veteran to walk 100km for homeless heroes

A soon-to-be centenarian and veteran of the Second World War is about to walk 100 kilometres to raise funds for homeless veterans.

Manitoba parents want changes to allow traditional Indigenous names on birth certificates

A new bill brought forward by Manitoba’s NDP would allow parents to give their children traditional Indigenous names.

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Canada sending more artillery to Ukraine, 'crucial' to fight against Russia: Anand

Canada is sending an additional 20,000 rounds of ammunition to Ukraine for the Ukrainian military to use in its ongoing defence against the Russians. This ammunition—155mm calibre, as well as fuses and charge bags—is being donated, but comes at a cost of $98 million, according to the federal government.

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Power outages persist across Ontario and Quebec as death toll rises

Power outages caused by the powerful and deadly storm that swept across Ontario and Quebec on Saturday are stretching into another day, as hydro providers warned customers they could be waiting even longer for service to be fully restored.

11 killed in shooting attacks on 2 bars in Mexico

Eleven people, eight of them women, were killed in simultaneous shooting attacks on two bars in north-central Mexico, authorities said Tuesday.

Satellite images appear to show Russian ships loading up with Ukrainian grain in Crimea

Russia's theft of Ukrainian grain appears to be ramping up as it continues its war on the country, according to new satellite photos of the Crimean port of Sevastopol.

200 bodies found in Mariupol as war rages in Ukraine's east

Workers digging through the rubble of an apartment building in Mariupol found 200 bodies in the basement, Ukrainian authorities said Tuesday, as more horrors come to light in the ruined city that has seen some of the worst suffering of the 3-month-old war.

'The destruction is incredible': 150,000 Ontarians remain without power, says Hydro One

A Hydro One spokesperson says the storm that ripped through Ontario over the long weekend has caused significant damage across the province, and it could still be days before some power outages are restored.

Amber Heard rests case in civil suit without calling Depp

Actor Amber Heard rested her case Tuesday in the civil suit between her and ex-husband Johnny Depp without calling Depp to the stand.

Davos climate focus: Can 'going green' mean oil and gas?

As government officials, corporate leaders and other elites at the World Economic Forum grapple with how to confront climate change and its devastating effects, a central question is emerging: to what extent can oil and gas companies be part of a transition to lower-carbon fuels?

Severity of COVID-19 infection linked to air pollution: Canadian study

An extensive study of thousands of COVID-19 patients in Ontario hospitals found links between the severity of their infections and the levels of common air pollutants they experience.