CAT ferry keeping pace with pre-pandemic sales

Under the Ferry Operations Agreement between Nova Scotia and the company, dated April 1, 2018, it says the management fee for operating the service is $97,500 per month, totalling$1.17 million annually.

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China extends threatening military exercises around Taiwan

China said Monday it was extending threatening military exercises surrounding Taiwan that have disrupted shipping and air traffic and substantially raised concerns about the potential for conflict in a region crucial to global trade.

An air force pilot from the Eastern Theatre Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) looks as they conduct joint combat training exercises around the Taiwan Island on Aug. 7, 2022. (Wang Xinchao / Xinhua via AP)

Occupancy exceeded: Banff, Alta., home possessed more than 40 beds

Alberta Health Services has issued an enforcement order against a Banff home after an inspection discovered that as many as 42 people were staying inside the property, saying the maximum number of occupants of the facility 'was exceeded.'

Fragile ceasefire between Israel, Gaza militants holding

A fragile ceasefire deal to end nearly three days of fighting between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza held into Monday morning -- a sign the latest round of violence may have abated.

Multiple people in hospital, suspect shot after machete attack on Vancouver's Granville Street

Five people, including a suspect, were taken to hospital with serious injuries after a violent incident that drew a massive police presence to downtown Vancouver's main entertainment district Saturday night.

Air Canada denying passenger compensation claims for staff shortages, citing safety

Air Canada denied a customer complaint and instructed employees to classify flight cancellations caused by staff shortages as a "safety" problem, which would exclude travellers from compensation under federal regulations. That policy remains in place.

Here are 5 things to keep an eye out for as Ontario MPPs return to Queen’s Park

Here's what you need to know as Ontario's politicians return to Queen's Park.
Heat warnings in place across Toronto for third straight day

Environment Canada says high humidity will persist in Toronto, the GTA and Hamilton for a third straight day, with humidex values approaching 40 C.
Toronto is hiring 15,000 people to work the 2022 municipal election

The City of Toronto is looking to hire 15,000 people to work the 2022 municipal election.

Calgary

2 homes in northeast Calgary damaged in fire

Calgary firefighters were called to a two-alarm fire in a northeast community on Sunday and officials say two homes were damaged.
Occupancy exceeded: Banff, Alta., home possessed more than 40 beds

Alberta Health Services has issued an enforcement order against a Banff home after an inspection discovered that as many as 42 people were staying inside the property, saying the maximum number of occupants of the facility 'was exceeded.'
Remains of missing Medicine Hat man found: RCMP

The remains of a missing Medicine Hat man have been found, RCMP has confirmed.

Montreal

Montreal Pride parade cancelled hours before event due to lack of volunteers

Montreal's Pride Parade has been cancelled due to a lack of volunteers able to guarantee a secure event.
Killing spree suspect reportedly threatened hospital workers while receiving mental health treatment

Abdulla Shaikh, the man suspected of killing three men at random in the Montreal-area last week, allegedly threatened employees while receiving treatment at a hospital for mental health issues.
Suspect apprehended after man found dead at bottom of stairs in Montreal

A suspect has been apprehended by Montreal police (SPVM) following the death of a 37-year-old man, who appears to have fallen down a flight of stairs.

Edmonton

Suspicious death in northeast Edmonton under investigation

Edmonton police are investigating after a woman died and a second person was injured following an incident in northeast Edmonton Saturday.
Semi-rollover west of Edmonton causes traffic delays

Traffic was delayed on Highway 16 for hours after a semi-rollover near Innisfree.
Police searching for Wetaskiwin teen

Wetaskiwin RCMP are looking for a teenage girl who has been missing for several weeks.

Northern Ontario

House fire on Maple Street in Sudbury's downtown.

Police and fire services are on the scene of a house fire on Maple Street in Sudbury's downtown.
Manitoulin Transports rescues wildlife rescue centres across Ontario

Manitoulin Transport has been delivering, numerous skids of dry pet food and cleaning supplies to Ontario Wildlife Rescue Centres across the province at no charge since the beginning of the year.
North Bay Fire Service looking to add more females

Currently there is only one female firefighters on staff in North Bay.

London

Here are 5 things to keep an eye out for as Ontario MPPs return to Queen’s Park

Here's what you need to know as Ontario's politicians return to Queen's Park.
GO Transit workers vote 93 per cent in favour of strike if no deal is reached

The union representing 2,200 GO Transit bus operators, station attendants, plant and fleet maintenance workers, transit safety officers, and office professionals says their members have voted 93 per cent in favour of going on strike if necessary.
London police investigating Sunday morning homicide

London police are investigating a homicide Sunday after a man was discovered in east London with serious injuries, but later died in hospital.

Winnipeg

'I want to move out': Police investigate River East shooting

Winnipeg Police are looking into a reported shooting early Sunday morning in River East.
Mosquito trap counts high in Winnipeg as city begins fogging

A city-wide average of 88 mosquitoes per trap on Saturday is prompting the City of Winnipeg to start fogging for adults.
Week two of Folklorama kicks off Sunday

The first week of Folklorama's return to in-person multicultural celebrations is wrapping up, with thousands of Winnipeggers visiting 12 pavilions across the city over the first seven days. Festival organizers say it couldn't have gone better.

Ottawa

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NEW THIS MORNING | Chiarelli promises property tax freeze in first year if elected Mayor of Ottawa

Bob Chiarelli is promising to freeze property taxes and fees in the first year of his mandate if elected mayor of Ottawa this fall, saying he believes efficiencies can be found in the city's multi-billion dollar budget to cover costs.
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NEW THIS MORNING | Bus trip cancellations expected to continue this week, OC Transpo warns

OC Transpo is advising customers to prepare for more bus trip cancellations today and this week, as the transit service deals with a staffing shortage caused by summer vacations and sick leave absences.
Ottawa delivery drivers still struggling with the cost of fuel as gas drops to the cheapest price in months

The price of gas has gone down by almost 40 cents in Ottawa since June. But it’s back up seven cents on Sunday and those who drive for a living are spending hundreds of dollars on fuel every week.

Saskatoon

'We're overwhelmed': Thousands attend Saskatoon Filipino Music and Food Fest

When Chris Rod and other fellow organizers first met three years ago to discuss what would become The Saskatchewan Filipino Music and Food Street Fest, he never imagined what he saw all weekend at Kiwanis Memorial Park.
Two-year-old child found safe in Regina, Amber Alert ends

A two-year-old child from Regina has been found safe, following an alleged abduction and Amber Alert.
Body discovered on Ahtahakoop Cree Nation likely connected to missing person: Sask. RCMP

Sask. RCMP received a report that the body of an adult man had been discovered on Aug 6. on the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation.

Vancouver

'Angry and insulted': B.C. nurse speaks out after workplace assault, racist remark

A nurse working in one of B.C.'s short-staffed hospitals is speaking out after she says she was assaulted by a patient who made a racist remark.
West Vancouver fire engulfs home, prompts road closure on major route

Smoke from a fire that engulfed a home in West Vancouver could be seen from kilometres away Sunday afternoon, as crews closed a major road to fight the blaze.
'We just want to go home': Evacuee overwhelmed as wildfire spreads in B.C.'s south Okanagan

Marty Marchand is one of the hundreds of Olalla, B.C. residents who were ordered to leave their homes this week because of the aggressive, out-of-control Keremeos Creek wildfire.

Regina

Two-year-old child found safe in Regina, Amber Alert ends

A two-year-old child from Regina has been found safe, following an alleged abduction and Amber Alert.
Apple Maps to go forward with image collection of several Sask. communities

Sask. residents living in the province’s major centres may witness some surveying being done by Apple Maps in the coming weeks.
'Culture all around': Stories and knowledge passed down at Indigenous Village

Among the hustle and bustle of the Queen City Ex in Regina this weekend, there was a man telling stories.

Vancouver Island

BC Ferries sailings cancelled Sunday night due to lack of crew

BC Ferries cancelled two sailings between Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland on Sunday because of a lack of crew, and several other sailings to and from Salt Spring Island were also cancelled.
Standoff in Cumberland neighbourhood ends 'safely,' RCMP say

Heavily armed Mounties responded to a home in Cumberland, B.C. Sunday morning for what they described as an "ongoing police incident at a residence."
Police release new photo of Victoria man missing for more than a week

Police in Victoria have released a new photo of a missing 63-year-old man last seen in the city's downtown more than a week ago.

CAT ferry keeping pace with pre-pandemic sales

CAT ferry keeping pace with pre-pandemic sales

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