N.S. reports no new COVID-19 deaths in current reporting period, decrease in hospitalizations

Allison Downing, a registered nurse, prepares the Pfizer-BioNtech COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination clinic in Dartmouth, N.S., on Thursday, June 3, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan

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Texas low will bring mix of rain and snow to Maritimes Thursday and Friday
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CTVNews.ca Top Stories

New one-and-done therapy can help curb severe COVID-19 infection: Canadian-led study

A Canadian-led study of a new potential antiviral therapy shows a single dose can help cut the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19.

A health-care worker tests a woman at a pop-up COVID-19 assessment centre in Toronto, May 19, 2021.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Are video games good for kids' brains or bad for them? New research suggests the answer is 'neither'

A small new study has found that neither the frequency of daily gaming reported by pre-teen children nor the specific video game genres they chose to play were linked with their performance on a standardized cognitive tests.

Canada deploys military assessment team to Turkiye after earthquake

Canada deployed a disaster assessment team to Turkey on Wednesday in the wake of a devastating earthquake that's killed thousands, as the federal government faced criticism that the window to help with rescue efforts was closing.

'It was a nightmare': 2 children dead, driver charged after city bus crashes into Laval daycare

A man has been arrested and two children are dead after a driver crashed a city bus into a daycare in Laval, Que. Wednesday morning. The deadly crash sent multiple children to area hospitals and parents scrambling to find their kids shortly after they dropped them off for the day at the Garderie éducative Sainte-Rose, north of Montreal.

Alphabet shares dive after Google AI chatbot Bard flubs answer in ad

Alphabet Inc. lost US$100 billion in market value on Wednesday after its new chatbot shared inaccurate information in a promotional video and a company event failed to dazzle, feeding worries that the Google parent is losing ground to rival Microsoft.

opinion

opinion | Before you do your taxes, take note of these tax credits and deductions you may not have known about

Many Canadians are experiencing strains caused by the increased cost of living and inflation. In his exclusive column for CTVNews.ca, contributor Christopher Liew shares some of the top credits and deductions that you may be able to claim on your income tax return to help you save money.

Ontario lawyer facing discipline after filing $229-million lawsuit against sugar baby he was 'obsessed' with

An Ontario lawyer who filed a $229-million lawsuit against his former “sugar baby” for alleged fraud had his case dismissed after the court found he'd become "obsessed" with the young woman when she attempted to end their arrangement.
Toronto man in a turf war with city after neighbour files complaint over his grass

The grass in front of Frank Leone’s home has created a turf war with the City of Toronto.
Ontario woman’s family missed birth of her child due to visitor visa delays

It’s been over a year since Faith Emenike filled out an application in hopes that her family would be able to visit her in Canada as she gave birth to her first child—but all she’s heard is radio silence.

Calgary

Man charged in fatal May incident that threw victim from vehicle

A man has been charged in relation to a May 2022 single-vehicle collision that killed a 24-year-old woman.
Calgary soccer star survives earthquake – but worried for teammates

Calgary soccer star Sam Adekugbe is working with the Red Cross, urging Canadians to donate to quake relief.Adekugbe plays professionally in Turkiye, for Hatayspor, in the devastated city of Antakya.
'Almost a spiritual connection': Dozens gather in Kananaskis for blind and visually impaired ski event

More than 70 people are in Kananaskis for this year's event, which brings together skiers from across Canada, the U.S. and a few visitors from Norway and the U.K.

Montreal

'It was a nightmare': 2 children dead, driver charged after city bus crashes into Laval daycare

A man has been arrested and two children are dead after a driver crashed a city bus into a daycare in Laval, Que. Wednesday morning. The deadly crash sent multiple children to area hospitals and parents scrambling to find their kids shortly after they dropped them off for the day at the Garderie éducative Sainte-Rose, north of Montreal.
How to talk to your kids about about the Laval bus crash tragedy

Many people were upset by the events, particularly because of the age of the young victims. Children may be asking their parents questions about the incident. 'When such a tragedy occurs, it is essential to establish a dialogue with your child quickly if he or she feels the need to do so, said one expert.
Quebec considering raise in retirement age to 62

For those planning to retire, it could soon take a little longer in Quebec. Consultations have begun into what should be the minimum eligibility age for the Quebec Pension Plan, but labour groups in Quebec are already raising concerns after the province said it is thinking of raising the retirement age from 60 to 62.

Edmonton

Girl kidnapped from Edmonton street, sexually assaulted in nearby apartment: police

A man has been charged with kidnapping and sexually assaulting a girl and Edmonton police believe there may be more victims.
Fort Saskatchewan woman charged with arson following daycare, dental office blaze

A 33-year-old woman is facing four counts of arson after a series of fires in Fort Saskatchewan.
Alberta COVID-19 hospitalizations below 700, 24 deaths added

Alberta now has 683 people in hospital with COVID-19, 22 of whom are receiving care in ICUs.

Northern Ontario

Northern Ont. family in shock as workplace fatality case dismissed over trial delays

A grieving family in Noelville, Ont., is reeling after a judge dismissed a trial connected to a 2019 workplace fatality involving a close family member.
Here are the prize winners in the Ultimate Dream Home draw

The wait is over for ticketholders in the latest Canadian Hard of Hearing Association's Ultimate Dream Home Draw as Pure Country Sudbury morning show hosts pulled the names of the prize winners Wednesday afternoon.
Former Sudbury police officer charged with sexual assault, exploitation

In a case that dates to 2007, Wayne Foster, a former police officer in Sudbury, has been charged with one count of sexual assault and one count of sexual exploitation.

London

Special weather statement in effect for London, Ont.

A special weather statement is in effect for the London, Ont. region and neighbouring counties as heavy rains and strong winds are forecasted to begin overnight Wednesday and into Thursday.
'Suspect siphoning fuel': Man arrested after massive fire destroys 6 U-Haul trucks in London, Ont.

A thief was siphoning fuel from trucks on York Street in London before a massive fire broke out in a storage yard. U-Haul told CTV News London an explosion occurred at 745 York St. around 1 a.m. Hours later, a photographer from the London Police Service Forensics Division was on scene taking photos of charred vehicles.
20-year-old driver caught travelling more than double the speed limit: OPP

A 20-year-old driver from London, Ont. is temporarily without a licence after OPP stopped them for allegedly driving 145 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on Tuesday night.

Winnipeg

Property tax and fee increases part of Winnipeg's proposed budget for 2023

For the first time with Mayor Scott Gillingham at the helm of Winnipeg City Hall, a new proposed budget has been tabled for 2023.
Plan to redevelop U of M-owned golf course into urban community gets green light

A plan to transform a former golf course owned by the University of Manitoba into a complete urban community has cleared its first hurdles.
'We want justice': Lawsuit claims feds owe $11 billion to Treaty 1 First Nations

An annual $5 payment to members of seven First Nations has remained the same for more than 150 years, but one man is hoping to change that. Zongidaya Nelson is suing the federal government for $11 billion, or whatever amount is determined by the court, on the behalf of his Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation, and the six other First Nations in Manitoba that signed Treaty 1 in 1871.

Ottawa

Employees, vendor speak out about abrupt Highbridge Construction closure

The abrupt closure of Ottawa-based Highbridge Construction is having a ripple effect on everyone from homeowners and employees to contractors who say they're owed thousands of dollars.
'It was a nightmare': 2 children dead, driver charged after city bus crashes into Laval daycare

A man has been arrested and two children are dead after a driver crashed a city bus into a daycare in Laval, Que. Wednesday morning. The deadly crash sent multiple children to area hospitals and parents scrambling to find their kids shortly after they dropped them off for the day at the Garderie éducative Sainte-Rose, north of Montreal.
Ottawa physiotherapist, 35, identified as victim of suspicious death

The Ottawa police homicide unit is investigating the death of a 35-year-old man in the city's east end.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon man accused of killing his wife appears in court

A man accused of killing his wife made his first court appearance on Wednesday.
'I lost all my friends': Saskatoon couple coping with loss of family and friends in Turkiye

A Saskatoon couple is left feeling powerless to help their family and friends dig out of the rubble following the two major earthquakes in Turkiye on Monday.
Sask. and Manitoba residents contributed the least to investments in 2022: Survey

A survey from TD Bank reveals Saskatchewan and Manitoba have the highest number of people in the country who didn’t contribute to their investments last year.

Vancouver

'I've stopped crying': B.C. woman who lost 6 family members in Turkiye earthquakes sets sights on how to help rebuild

Like many other Turkish-Canadians Nural Sumbultepe is grieving the family members she lost in the earthquakes from thousands of miles away, and trying to find the best way to support the survivors and relief efforts.
B.C. watchdog investigating death of off-duty police officer in Langley

The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. has been called to Langley to probe the death of an off-duty police officer Wednesday afternoon.
BC SPCA calling for help amid influx of unwanted pandemic-bred pups

A spike in unwanted pandemic-bred puppies has the BC SPCA calling for help.

Regina

Regina city council votes to remove Leblanc from Community Safety and Well-being committee board

Regina city council voted to remove Ward 6 coun. Dan Leblanc from the board of the Community Safety and Well-being committee.
'Why would I hurt my own son?': Regina manslaughter trial hears father's interview with police

In a police interview that occurred shortly after the death of a three-month-old Regina baby, the boy's father, Catlin Goodwill, denied wrongdoing. Video of the interview was played during Goodwill's manslaughter trial, bringing many in the courtroom to tears.
Regina family wants 3-year-old son’s mobility jeep returned after taken from garage

A three-year-old boy is hoping he will soon have his favourite toy back at home.

Vancouver Island

Island Health disputes B.C. doctor's claims that suspension is in retaliation to public criticism

A Port Hardy, B.C., doctor was temporarily barred from practicing emergency medicine in the Island Health region the same day he publicly called for the resignation of a senior Island Health leader.
83-year-old busted travelling 100 km/h in school zone on Vancouver Island

Mounties on Vancouver Island say they were in "disbelief" when they saw a senior driving more than 100 km/h through a school zone in Qualicum Beach, B.C.
CRD hiring workers from B.C. mainland to help with recycling pickup delays

Residents of Greater Victoria have been contending with frequent recycling pickup delays, and now the Capital Regional District (CRD) is looking at ways to offset the service disruptions.