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Nordstrom Canada liquidation sales expected to begin today as store prepares for exit

Nordstrom is expected to begin liquidating its stores across Canada today.

People enter a Nordstrom department store at Sherway Gardens in Toronto, March 9, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Statistics Canada set to release its latest inflation reading this morning

Statistics Canada is set to release its latest report this morning on how much the cost of living is rising.

Gwyneth Paltrow to stand trial for Deer Valley ski crash

Gwyneth Paltrow is scheduled to stand trial on Tuesday in a lawsuit filed by a retired optometrist who said that the actress-turned-lifestyle influencer violently crashed into him in 2016 while skiing in Utah at one of the most upscale ski resorts in the United States.

'Everyone's devastated': Friends say neuroscientist, 31, missing in Old Montreal fire

A 31-year-old neuroscientist is believed to be among the six people missing after a massive fire in Old Montreal last week. An Wu was staying at the heritage building on Place d'Youville to attend a conference, according to friends and family.

1 dead after triple shooting at Fairview Mall parking lot in Toronto

One person is dead and two others are injured following a daylight shooting in the parking lot of Fairview Mall on Monday afternoon.

Carson Briere, son of Flyers GM Danny, charged for pushing wheelchair down stairs

Three misdemeanour charges were filed Monday against the son of Philadelphia Flyers interim general manager Danny Briere after a video posted on social media showed him and another Mercyhurst University athlete pushing an unoccupied wheelchair down a staircase.

Ottawa board of health member sees outpouring of support after body-shaming message

A member of the city of Ottawa's board of health is speaking out about body shaming after receiving a letter that said she shouldn't serve on the board because of her weight.

5 things to know for Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says "targeted inflation relief" is coming in the 2023 federal budget, an Ottawa board of health member feels the love following a body-shaming message, and a former NHL player's son is charged for pushing a wheelchair down a flight of stairs. Here's what you need to know to start your day.

The USMCA's self-destruct button: Review clause conjures fears of 2018 all over again

It's been less than three years since the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement replaced NAFTA as the law of the land in continental trade, and there are already hints of the existential anxiety that preceded it.

Toronto

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BREAKING | Josh Matlow announces Toronto mayoral run

Councillor Josh Matlow will enter the race for mayor of Toronto, a spokesperson for his campaign announced Tuesday.
Premier Doug Ford to make announcement in Vaughan, Ont.

Doug Ford will be in Vaughan, Ont. on Tuesday to make what the premier’s office is calling a 'pre-budget announcement.'
1 dead after triple shooting at Fairview Mall parking lot in Toronto

One person is dead and two others are injured following a daylight shooting in the parking lot of Fairview Mall on Monday afternoon.

Calgary

No sanctuary here: Animal rescue operation faces threat of closure after permit denied

A Wheatland County sanctuary that cares for abandoned and surrendered farm animals faces an uncertain future after having a permit application to keep operating denied.
Neighbour recalls night two Edmonton police officers were killed outside her door

A woman who lives across from the apartment where a 16-year-old shot and killed two Edmonton police constables has multiple bullet holes in her door, with a couple piercing her doorframe.
Child in life-threatening condition after being struck by vehicle in northwest Calgary

An 11-year-old boy was taken to hospital in life-threatening condition after being struck by a vehicle in the northwest Calgary neighbourhood of Royal Oak.

Montreal

6 missing after Old Montreal fire 'probably still in the rubble': Police

Officials are still looking for victims after a fire ripped through a building in Old Montreal last week, killing at least one person. At a press conference Monday morning, spokespersons for the Montreal police and Montreal fire department said six people are still missing. They come from various locations in Quebec, Ontario and the U.S.
Income tax cuts expected as Quebec finance minister to table budget today

Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard is scheduled to table the first budget of the Coalition Avenir Québec's second mandate this afternoon. Girard broke with tradition on Monday — instead of buying new shoes ahead of the budget, he announced a $5,000 donation to a Quebec City community centre.
Unanswered questions: Montreal mayor calls for meeting with Airbnb after fatal fire

Mayor Valerie Plante said Monday she requested a meeting with an Airbnb executive after a building in Old Montreal — a short-term rental hot spot — was destroyed by a fire that has left six people missing.

Edmonton

Neighbour recalls night two Edmonton police officers were killed outside her door

A woman who lives across from the apartment where a 16-year-old shot and killed two Edmonton police constables has multiple bullet holes in her door, with a couple piercing her doorframe.
Regimental funeral for fallen Edmonton police officers scheduled for next Monday

The Edmonton police officers killed in the line of duty last week will be laid to rest next Monday.
5 killed, boy seriously injured, in northern Alberta crash

Five people were killed in a crash in northern Alberta Sunday evening. One person – a five-year-old boy – survived and was airlifted to hospital in life-threatening condition, RCMP say.

Northern Ontario

Another southern Ont. snowmobiler dies in crash on a northern trail

Another southern Ontario resident in their 30s has died following a snowmobile crash in the northern region.
Elliot Lake cancels drag race event, cites lack of interest, economic losses

Elliot Lake has cancelled the Northern Shore Drag Race, which has been going on for the past two decades and typically draws hundreds of vehicles and a thousand people.
Sudbury police say vehicle was travelling 170 km/h in 80 km/h zone

A young driver from Espanola has been charged with stunt driving following a recent incident in the early morning hours in Sudbury.

London

Aylmer fire burns long into the night

Emergency crews remain on scene Tuesday morning following a massive fire that broke out on Monday. Crews were first called to the scene around 9 p.m.
Neighbourhood group slams city for lack of transparency in recommending closure of Thames Pool

The Old South Community Organization (OSCO) is expressing concern about city staff’s failure to consult with stakeholders before recommending that Thames Pool be decommissioned.
Investigation on hold: Cause of blaze at former LPH still undetermined

The City of London, Ont. and fire officials said it will be some time before they know whether a building that burned down on the grounds of the former London Psychiatric Hospital over the weekend can be saved.

Winnipeg

Gimli eyes short-term rental regulations

The rural municipality posted a notice on its website Monday announcing it will be developing a strategy to regulate short-term rentals.
'It's very frustrating': Exchange District businesses upset over surprise road closure

The surprise closure of an Exchange District street has business owners looking for answers on why they weren't given any notice.
Man stabbed with hypodermic needle at restaurant: police

A 34-year-old woman is facing charges after she allegedly stabbed a stranger with a hypodermic needle while they were waiting in line to order food at a restaurant.

Ottawa

Ottawa board of health member sees outpouring of support after body-shaming message

A member of the city of Ottawa's board of health is speaking out about body shaming after receiving a letter that said she shouldn't serve on the board because of her weight.
Kingston police say nine people charged in bus station assault caught on camera

Kingston police say nine people are facing charges after a serious assault in the city's west end earlier this month.
Nordstrom Canada to begin liquidation Tuesday after receiving court's permission

The liquidation sales at Nordstrom stores across Canada will begin Tuesday.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon fans spent over $200,000 at sold-out Blades game concession

SaskTel Centre staff are still recuperating from Sunday’s sold-out game between the Regina Pats and Saskatoon Blades.
Prince Albert police seize 31 kilograms of cocaine and $55,000 in record drug bust

Prince Albert police say the largest-ever drug bust in the city occurred after a major investigation.
Top-selling Sask. realtors faked paperwork to get mortgages approved for clients, police say

A fraud scheme involving fake documents used to qualify for a mortgage has been linked to two Saskatoon real estate agents.

Vancouver

Vancouver’s fire chief 'extremely frustrated' with daily fires on Downtown Eastside

After a large fire spread from tents to a shuttered theatre on the city’s Downtown Eastside, Vancouver’s fire chief told reporters she was “incredibly frustrated” that more isn’t being done to prevent daily fires breaking out in the area.
'1 step forward, 3 steps back: Vancouver city council to vote on 'pace-of-change' policy

Vancouver council will soon vote on a policy that could slow development in the Broadway Plan, one of the most significant long-term projects underway in the city.
Police cleared in off-duty officer's death at Langley, B.C., business

Weeks after an off-duty officer died at a Langley, B.C., business, a watchdog has cleared police at the scene of wrongdoing.

Regina

'It’s toxic': Why some experts say new Experience Regina slogans go too far

Mixed reviews continue to roll in days after Experience Regina delivered new campaign slogans that lean into the double entendre of the capital city’s name.
Meet the TikTok creator behind a redesign of the Sask. licence plate

TikTok creator Ethan Craft said feedback has generally been positive about his concept for a reimagined Saskatchewan licence plate.
Sask. disability benefits could soon increase, government hints

People receiving Saskatchewan disability benefits could soon receive an increase. Several recipients of the Saskatchewan Assured Income Disability (SAID) benefits were at the legislative building on Monday, saying they can’t make ends meet anymore.

Vancouver Island

Langford considers ending artificial turf program on city boulevards

Langford city council will soon vote on whether to keep installing artificial turf along city boulevards, or go back to using sod.
Missing man, rowboat located after search off Vancouver Island

The Comox Valley RCMP say a man who was reported missing last week has been located.
'Game changer': $1.5M all-weather sports fields coming to North Saanich

The dream of having "all-weather" sports fields on the Saanich Peninsula is one step closer to being realized.

Storm Watch: School closures in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

Storm Watch: School closures in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

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