N.B. man charged with assaulting a peace officer after being unlawfully at large: RCMP

A 30-year-old man from Fairfield, N.B., is facing several charges including assaulting a peace officer after being unlawfully at large in the Pocologan, N.B. area.

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RCMP arrest suspect in Montreal on terrorism allegations after tip from FBI

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) arrested an 18-year-old man from the Saint-Laurent borough of Montreal on Thursday morning in connection with allegations of terrorism.

Upgrading Safe Third Country Agreement about reassuring Canadians: PM Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he feels it is his role to see the Safe Third Country Agreement upgraded, in order to make sure Canadians can continue to have confidence in Canada's immigration system.

Largest recorded Alberta earthquake not natural, from oilsands wastewater: study

The largest recorded earthquake in Alberta's history was not a natural event, but most likely caused by disposal of oilsands wastewater, new research has concluded.

Manhattan DA rejects GOP demand for info on Trump case

The Manhattan district attorney investigating Donald Trump rebuffed U.S. House Republicans' request Thursday for documents and testimony about the case, dismissing it as an "unprecedented inquiry" with no legitimate basis.

Han Dong resigns from Liberal caucus, denies interference allegations

Han Dong has announced he will be sitting as an independent MP after being the subject of allegations involving interference by China in Canadian affairs.

Canada-wide warrants issued for 2 new suspects in Elnaz Hajtamiri investigation

Investigators with York Regional Police issued Canada-wide warrants for two men who they say are involved in the Richmond Hill attack on Ontario woman Elnaz Hajtamiri weeks before she was allegedly abducted.

Zellers opens a dozen stores in Canada amid wave of nostalgia and price sensitivity

Canadian retail chain Zellers marked its official comeback on Thursday, opening a dozen stores in Ontario and Alberta and launching a new website.

In pictures: A look at past U.S. presidential addresses to Parliament

United States President Joe Biden is set to deliver a speech to Parliament on Friday, becoming the ninth president to address Canadians in Ottawa. Here's a look back at past presidential speeches and the eras that defined them.

Foreign mothers of Canadian children seek escape from detention camp

A group of lawyers is racing against the clock to get Canadian children and their foreign-born mothers onto a plane that will soon be dispatched to repatriate detainees from prison camps in northeast Syria.

Toronto

Man goes missing after escaping from explosion, fire at Richmond Hill home

Police are searching for a 'vulnerable' young man last seen exiting his Richmond Hill, Ont. residence after an explosion and subsequent house fire.
Boy, 12, charged after alleged armed robbery, attempted stabbing in Pickering

A 12-year-old is facing charges after allegedly trying to stab a male and attempting to steal a computer this week in Pickering.
Ontario will table its 2023 budget Thursday. Here’s what you need to know

This is what you need to know about the 2023 Ontario budget being tabled Thursday.

Calgary

Semi-truck crashes into bridge, closing lanes of Deerfoot Trail

Two southbound lanes of Calgary's Deerfoot Trail are closed at 32 Avenue N.E. after a semi-truck carrying a backhoe crashed into a bridge.
Spring thaw: Calgary crews working to clear flooded streets and sidewalks

The City of Calgary is facing a barrage of calls to remove pools of water unable to drain down city catch basins due to a buildup of ice.
Only 27 per cent of Alberta knee replacement surgeries were done on time in 2022: CIHI

If you were an Albertan waiting for a knee replacement in 2022 and you're still waiting, you're not alone.

Montreal

RCMP arrest suspect in Montreal on terrorism allegations after tip from FBI

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) arrested an 18-year-old man from the Saint-Laurent borough of Montreal on Thursday morning in connection with allegations of terrorism.
One week later: Rescuers continue search for victims in rubble of Old Montreal fire

It's been one week since a devastating fire tore through a historic building in Old Montreal, killing at least four.
Jean Charest earned nearly $70,000 in two months at CN

Former Quebec premier Jean Charest pocketed just under $70,000 in compensation during his brief stint as a director of Canadian National Railway (CN). Charest was appointed a director in early 2022, but resigned two months later to run unsuccessfully for the leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada. In total, he received $68,987 in compensation during his time at CN, according to regulatory documents released by the company.

Edmonton

Largest recorded Alberta earthquake not natural, from oilsands wastewater: study

The largest recorded earthquake in Alberta's history was not a natural event, but most likely caused by disposal of oilsands wastewater, new research has concluded.
Ashley Ryan, wife of fallen EPS officer, drops puck at charity game for mental health

Wearing her husband's police jacket, Ashley Ryan walked to centre ice at a charity hockey game in Spruce Grove, Alta., Wednesday night. She, a paramedic, then dropped the puck on the matchup that Brett was planning to referee.
Pope Francis' tour came with a minimum $55-million price tag for Ottawa

A family member of residential school survivors says the minimum $55-million price tag for Pope's visit to Canada last year feels like another slap in the face for Indigenous people.

Northern Ontario

Woman receives free gift, but signs contract for $7,000 vacuum cleaner

A Toronto woman said she received a free air purifier as an online promotion, but also signed up for a $7,000 vacuum cleaner in the process.
Ontario's summer forecast has been revealed. What to expect from June to September

The Farmers' Almanac has released its 2023 summer forecast, and, according to the long-range forecaster, Ontario could be in for some 'hot and soggy' summer months.
Woman blows 4x legal alcohol limit after crashing into car in school parking lot

A Tottenham woman faces impaired driving charges for allegedly blowing four times over the legal limit after crashing into a vehicle in a school parking lot.

London

Multi-vehicle crash in southwest London

At least four vehicles were involved in a collision at the intersection of Wonderland Road south and Commissioners Road west at around 9:40 a.m. on Thursday.
Fog advisory ends for the London region

A fog advisory that covered most of southern Ontario has been lifted. Poor driving conditions were reported Thursday morning throughout the region as dense fog spread across area roads.
Oneida Nation of the Thames signs $43M clean water deal with federal government

Plans are in the works to connect the existing Oneida Water Supply System to the Lake Huron Primary Water Supply System with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) investing over $43 million to support the design and construction phases of this project.

Winnipeg

Winnipeg council votes to rename Bishop Grandin roadways

Winnipeg's city council has voted unanimously in favour of renaming several roadways currently named after a bishop remembered as one of the architects of the residential school system.
City council takes 'first step' towards potential sale of Portage Place Mall

Winnipeg's city council has voted on moving forward with the potential sale of Portage Place Mall to True North.
More nurses resign from sexual assault program at HSC

A day after four nurses resigned from a department at the Health Sciences Centre, more have followed suit.

Ottawa

Here's what you need to know about day one of President Biden's visit to Ottawa

Ottawa police and the city of Ottawa have warned residents and visitors will see an increased police presence across the downtown core on Thursday and Friday, and there will be "significant traffic and transit disruptions" during the visit.
Sutcliffe: LeBreton Flats 'not the only scenario' for NHL rink

Ottawa's mayor says although LeBreton Flats would be a great location for a new rink for the Ottawa Senators, there are other possible locations for a new NHL arena in the city.
Fatal crash closes Highway 401 near Belleville, Ont.

Highway 401 is closed in both directions east of Belleville, Ont. due to a fatal collision, OPP said Thursday morning.

Saskatoon

Man accused of murdering Saskatoon woman says he was 'scared and confused' after learning of her death

The man charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ally Moosehunter took the stand Wednesday for cross-examination by the crown.
Sask. projects $1B surplus, will use cash to pay debt instead of further funding boosts

Saskatchewan is projecting a $1 billion surplus in the coming year and plans to spend just as much in paying down the province's debt.
'This wasn't just a little oops': Regina city councillors blindsided by 'sexist' tourism slogans

Regina city councillors say they were blindsided and embarrassed by the recent slogans used in Experience Regina’s rebrand.

Vancouver

Driver hospitalized in critical condition after crashing Jaguar into median: Surrey RCMP

One man is in critical condition in hospital after police say he lost control of his vehicle while speeding in Surrey and struck a median.
Break-in suspect was also wanted Canada-wide, Surrey RCMP say

Mounties in Surrey say a man they arrested last week for breaking into a home was also wanted by Burnaby RCMP, New Westminster police and the Metro Vancouver Transit Police.
Canadians still waiting significantly longer for surgeries than before pandemic: report

Three years after the start of the pandemic, surgical backlogs and wait times are only just starting to improve, according to new data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information, with patients still waiting significantly longer for surgeries than they did before the pandemic.

Regina

'There is quite a discrepancy': Survey results vary on proposed downtown arena in Regina

The amount of support and opposition residents have for a downtown arena depends on which survey City of Regina officials are looking at.
'This wasn't just a little oops': Regina city councillors blindsided by 'sexist' tourism slogans

Regina city councillors say they were blindsided and embarrassed by the recent slogans used in Experience Regina’s rebrand.
Regina mayor happy with municipal revenue sharing in provincial budget

Regina’s Mayor Sandra Masters said money in Wednesday’s 2023-24 provincial budget for revenue sharing is something that will be a great injection into the city’s own budget.

Vancouver Island

'Broken promises': Residents fear imminent closure of shelter in Parksville

Diverging stories are coming from a temporary housing shelter in Parksville, B.C., that's closing at the end of the month.
'Truly transformational': Victoria's Garth Homer Foundation receives $34M donation

A foundation that helps people with developmental and complex needs has received a whopping $34 million legacy donation.
Shortage of cold and flu medicine still plaguing Island pharmacies

A lack of cold and flu medicine – especially for kids – persists at pharmacies across Vancouver Island and across the province.