Crews search for swimmer who did not resurface from Dartmouth lake

People gather near Maynard Lake in Dartmouth, N.S., as crews search for a missing swimmer on June 27, 2022. (Jim Kvammen/CTV)

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RCMP has been using spyware tools for years and in more cases than previously reported, MPs told

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and senior RCMP officers are defending the national police force's years-long and previously undisclosed use of spyware—capable of remotely accessing cell phone and computer microphones, cameras and other data—as part of dozens of major investigations.

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino attends the Senate Committee on National Security and Defence in Ottawa on Monday, May 30, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Patrick Doyle

Saskatoon woman who had been reported missing faces charges in U.S., Canada

Saskatoon police say a woman who had been reported missing is facing charges in the United States related to unauthorized use of identification and in Canada related to parental abduction and public mischief.

BREAKING

BREAKING | Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.

State of Ontario's health-care system not unprecedented, health minister says

Ontario's health minister said Monday that six hospitals had to close departments -- including ERs -- over the weekend, but argued that the situation wasn't unprecedented.

$1.4B in uncashed cheques sitting in CRA's coffers -- how to check if you're owed money

The Canada Revenue Agency says it will be sending e-notifications about uncashed cheques to 25,000 Canadians this month.

Liberals planning temporary solution to dental care promise: CP sources

Sources close to the government's proposed $5.3 billion dental care program say the Liberals are planning a temporary solution that involves giving money directly to patients in order to keep their promise to the NDP while they work on a more permanent answer.

Ontario hospitals plan to uphold COVID-19 vaccine policies amid 'crisis' staffing shortages

Ontario hospitals are upholding their mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies for employees as staff shortages mount to a 'crisis' with more emergency departments temporarily closing over the weekend.
State of Ontario's health-care system not unprecedented, health minister says

Ontario's health minister said Monday that six hospitals had to close departments -- including ERs -- over the weekend, but argued that the situation wasn't unprecedented.
Two workers remain trapped after trench collapses at Ajax, Ont. construction site

Four workers have been injured in a trench collapse at a construction site in Ajax.

Calgary

Calgary man charged with murdering roommate after dispute: police

Calgary police have laid charges in a brutal assault last month that resulted in a man's death, saying the victim and the accused were roommates.
Lost bear turns up in Airdrie back yard Monday

Residents of the Airdrie neighbourhood of Sagewood can go outside again after a lost bear was found Monday.
Police lay 33 charges against two people for alleged drugs and firearm offenses

A Calgary man and woman face 33 charges for alleged drug possession in addition to alleged firearm possession that police say was for the purpose of trafficking drugs.

Montreal

Quebec chief coroner orders public inquiry into Montreal shooting deaths

Quebec's chief coroner has ordered a public inquiry into the death of 26-year-old Abdulla Shaikh, who is suspected of killing the three men at random last week.
Pride parade cancellation could hurt Montreal's reputation, professor says

One day after Montreal Pride abruptly cancelled the parade just hours before it was set to begin, organizers didn't have much to say about how poorly they managed the festival's marquee event. And now there are concerns about how the embarrassing mistake could hurt the city's reputation.
Man found dead in bin during Montreal east-end recycling collection

Montreal police are investigating the suspicious death of a man whose body was found in a bin during recycling collection in the city's Hochelaga-Maisonneuve neighbourhood Monday morning.

Edmonton

2 no longer 'at large' after 'possible abduction' northeast of Edmonton: RCMP

Police say two people are no longer "at large" after a "possible abduction" from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation in northern Alberta Monday morning.
'Very concerning': Camrose casino wants to move to southeast Edmonton

Residents in southeast Edmonton are concerned after finding out that a casino could soon be relocating to their neighbourhood.
RCMP has been using spyware tools for years and in more cases than previously reported, MPs told

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and senior RCMP officers are defending the national police force's years-long and previously undisclosed use of spyware—capable of remotely accessing cell phone and computer microphones, cameras and other data—as part of dozens of major investigations.

Northern Ontario

Laurentian University staff union to take LU administrators to court

One of Laurentian University's biggest unions is considering taking some members of the university's administration to court.
One person killed Monday in head-on collision on Hwy. 69

A southern Ontario man was killed early Monday morning in a head-on collision with a tractor-trailer on Highway 69 near Parry Sound.
Timmins police say girl, 14, was swarmed, beaten and robbed by five other teens

Police in Timmins say a 14-year-old girl was injured Aug. 5 when she was surrounded and assaulted by five other teens in a school parking lot.

London

London business owner in a coma, intensive care after falling off bicycle

Ali Azizi, owner of Smiley's Pizzeria, is in a coma after falling off his bike this past weekend in the city’s north end.
BREAKING
BREAKING | Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.
'PTSD and mental anguish': Civil suit launched after fiery crash death of St. Thomas, Ont. woman

Every night between four and five in the morning, Bob Reid wakes up crying. The musician is still traumatized after witnessing a fatal crash in October 2020 on Highbury Avenue, between St. Thomas and London, Ont., which claimed the life of Cindy Devine.

Winnipeg

Mother convicted of killing Phoenix Sinclair granted escorted outings from prison

A Manitoba woman who abused and killed her daughter in one of the province's most notorious crimes has been granted escorted temporary absences from prison.
BREAKING
BREAKING | Actor, singer Olivia Newton-John dies at age 73

Singer and actor Olivia Newton-John, who was best known for playing Sandy in the film 'Grease,' has died at the age of 73, according to her husband.
WestJet starting direct flights from Winnipeg to warmer climates

Winnipeggers will soon be able to travel non-stop to a pair of hot tourist destinations.

Ottawa

Lack of compensation for cancelled flights adding to travellers' frustration

The travel chaos at airports is more than just flight delays and cancellations. Now passengers are getting rejected by Air Canada for compensation.
Full Ottawa LRT line to be closed early 10 days this month for track maintenance

Ottawa's Confederation Line LRT will be closing early on a total of 10 days this month as crews perform maintenance on the tracks, with reduced service planned on parts of the line for two other nights.
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.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon mother who disappeared with son faces charges in U.S., Canada

A Saskatoon woman will face charges in the U.S. and Canada after she allegedly transported her son illegally across the border.
Saskatoon rally shows support for missing mom found in U.S. with son

On Sunday evening, people gathered at Kiwanis Memorial Park to show their support for Dawn Walker and her seven-year-old son.
Here's what you need to know about Paxlovid in Sask.

Here’s everything you need to know about accessing the COVID-19 antiviral medication Paxlovid in Saskatchewan.

Vancouver

Credit card, clothes found but U.S. man who travelled to B.C. for music festival still missing

Several belongings have been found, but there's still no sign of an American man who crossed the border to attend a music festival, officials said, announcing the suspension of search efforts.
Mystery irritant at B.C. playground causes kids' eyes, skin to burn

A mom in Chilliwack, B.C., says she was terrified after her children were exposed to an unknown irritant at a local playground that caused their skin and eyes to burn.
Average rent 'increased greatly' in Metro Vancouver this summer: report

Vancouver-area renters are being asked to pay significantly more in August than those looking for new accommodations in July, a report suggests.

Regina

Regina woman charged with abduction, kidnapping following Amber Alert incident

A Regina woman is facing three charges including abduction and kidnapping after an Amber Alert was issued for a two-year-old child on Sunday.
WestJet resuming direct flights from Regina to three international destinations

Three direct international flights are returning to Regina’s airport this winter.
Saskatoon mother who disappeared with son faces charges in U.S., Canada

A Saskatoon woman will face charges in the U.S. and Canada after she allegedly transported her son illegally across the border.

Vancouver Island

Mill Bay home destroyed, man suffers burns in fire

One man suffered burns and smoke inhalation after a house fire in Mill Bay, B.C., on Saturday.
Warrant issued for man after break-in, sexual assault on Vancouver Island

RCMP have issued an arrest warrant for a man after a break-in and sexual assault in Nanoose Bay, B.C.
CRD warns of recycling delays for 4th week in a row

The Capital Regional District (CRD) says curbside recycling pickup could be delayed this week.