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Two young ER doctors quit Montreal jobs, blaming Quebec's broken health-care system and Bill 96

Two young emergency room doctors, raised and trained in Montreal, are leaving their jobs after only two years to move back to Toronto – and they say the Quebec health-care model and Bill 96 are to blame.

Dr. Philip Stasiak and Dr. Daria Denissova, with their two young boys, are leaving Montreal to work in Toronto ERs.

Crown seeks to revoke bail for 'Freedom Convoy' organizer Tamara Lich

The Crown is seeking to revoke bail for Tamara Lich, a leader of the "Freedom Convoy," after she appeared alongside a fellow organizer in an alleged breach of her conditions.

Gunman fired 70 plus rounds at July 4 parade, 7 dead: police

The gunman who attacked an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago fired more than 70 rounds with an AR-15-style gun that killed at least seven people, then evaded initial capture by dressing as a woman and blending into the fleeing crowd, police said Tuesday.

Bank of Canada's rapid rate hikes likely to cause a recession, study finds

The Bank of Canada's strategy of rapidly increasing its key interest rate in an effort to tackle skyrocketing inflation will likely trigger a recession, says a new study released Tuesday from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

Assembly National Chief Archibald takes stage at meeting despite suspension

Dressed in Indigenous regalia, National Chief RoseAnne Archibald strode into the annual Assembly of First Nations gathering in Vancouver ahead of a group of chanting supporters on Tuesday. Just the day before, Archibald said she had been 'erased' from the agenda after her suspension in June. Instead, she led opening ceremonies and welcomed attendees in her opening address.

'It's not America': Fox Sports host roasted for comments about Toronto

A U.S. basketball commentator has found himself in the hot seat over comments he made about Toronto and its relationship with Black athletes amid rumours one of the best in the game could be headed north of the border.
This is how long Air Canada says travellers now need between connecting flights

As flight delays and lost luggage bring chaos to summer travel plans, Air Canada is advising travellers on how much time they should leave between connecting flights.
These Ontario cities and towns are now paying people to visit

A few Ontario cities and towns are now offering to pay tourists to encourage them to stay overnight this summer.

Calgary

Sundre man found dead at local McDonald's, suspect charged with first-degree murder

A 27-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a death at the McDonald's in Sundre, Alta. early Monday morning.
Man, woman released from custody following Falconridge shooting death

Calgary police say a man and woman taken into custody on Monday following a fatal shooting in Falconridge have been released.
Calgary city council to debate $87B climate strategy

Calgary councillors are scheduled to debate and vote on a 99-page climate strategy.

Montreal

Two young ER doctors quit Montreal jobs, blaming Quebec's broken health-care system and Bill 96

Two young emergency room doctors, raised and trained in Montreal, are leaving their jobs after only two years to move back to Toronto – and they say the Quebec health-care model and Bill 96 are to blame.
COVID-19 outbreaks lead to temporary closure of at least 3 Quebec sleepaway camps

At least three sleepaway camps in Quebec have temporarily shut down because of COVID-19 outbreaks, according to the province's camps association (ACQ).
Government report finds dignity of several student athletes was 'compromised' at Montreal high school

A government investigation into alleged sexual assaults at a Montreal high school has found that 'the dignity of several athletes was compromised' related to a girls' basketball program.

Edmonton

Motorcyclist seriously injured in south Edmonton crash: police

Edmonton police responded to a serious crash involving a motorcycle in south Edmonton Tuesday afternoon.
Alberta to intervene in proceedings on Rogers-Shaw deal

The attorney general of Alberta will intervene in competition tribunal proceedings regarding the $26-billion merger between Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc., according to a notice filed Monday.
2 cars damaged by broken glass from Stantec Tower

Pieces of glass tumbled from the 29th floor of the Stantec Tower Monday evening, damaging two parked cars.

Northern Ontario

Cancelled flights have northern Ont. hospital risking ER closure

With doctor shortages causing emergency rooms around the country to shut down, a northern Ontario hospital is scrambling to stave off the same fate.
Manitoulin driver charged in collision that killed passenger

A 25-year-old resident of Mindemoya has been charged in connection with a fatal crash June 4 north of Webbwood.
Markham-based company buys Station Mall in the Sault

The Station Mall in Sault Ste. Marie has been sold to SM International Holdings, a company with headquarters in Markham.

London

Victim of fatal crash near Exeter, Ont. identified

Huron County OPP have identified the victim of a fatal crash north west of Exeter, Ont. on Monday evening.
Safe consumption site now in new temporary location

A safe consumption site is offering its services to people from a new and temporary location on York Street, while construction on its permanent home is completed.
'Offensive terms and symbols' spray painted in Elgin County

OPP in Elgin County are hoping somebody may have some footage of vandals.

Winnipeg

'Please break the silence': Family of Winnipeg man missing since January 2021 pleads for information

It has been a year and a half since a 33-year-old man disappeared in Winnipeg. Police now believe he was a victim of foul play and say someone out there knows something.
Manitobans to receive quarterly installments of Climate Action Incentive payment

Manitobans will soon receive their first quarterly Climate Action Incentive (CAI) payments.
Serious assault in Grand Marais business leads to charges against four people: RCMP

Four people have been charged after police say a serious assault happened at a business in Grand Marais, Man.

Ottawa

Six residents of Ottawa died of COVID-19 last week

Ottawa Public Health is reporting six new COVID-19 deaths in the city in the last week, bringing the city’s death toll from the pandemic to 825 residents.
Ottawa police investigating shooting with injuries in south end

Ottawa police are investigating a shooting in the Ellwood area in the south end.
Crown seeks to revoke bail for 'Freedom Convoy' organizer Tamara Lich

The Crown is seeking to revoke bail for Tamara Lich, a leader of the "Freedom Convoy," after she appeared alongside a fellow organizer in an alleged breach of her conditions.

Saskatoon

Video shows moose roaming in Saskatoon

Saskatoon police were dealing with a moose roaming the city Tuesday morning.
Saskatoon's new parking app 'every city councillor's nightmare,' Davies says

Ward 4 Coun. Troy Davies doesn't pull punches when it comes to describing the rollout of Saskatoon's new parking app.
Fatal crash near Martensville claims 21-year-old man's life

RCMP are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash about five kilometres north of Martensville on Highway 12.

Vancouver

Bear sighting on grounds of Surrey, B.C., school during summer classes

Conservation officers have been notified after a bear was spotted on the grounds of a Surrey, B.C., high school Tuesday.
Local state of emergency: Drivers warned of 'dangerous conditions' due to flooding in Penticton, B.C.

A city in British Columbia's Interior is under a state of local emergency following several reports of flash flooding, and there's more rain in the forecast for the region.
Motorcyclist struck, killed by tire on Highway 1 near Revelstoke

A motorcyclist is dead after being struck by a tire that "detached" from a trailer along Highway 1 in B.C., according to police.

Regina

'Very disturbing': Canada Day opinion piece causes controversy

A controversial article about Canada Day is circling social media. The article titled, “We have nothing to be ashamed of on Canada Day,” offended many Indigenous peoples and allies.
'Truly grateful': Regina boy injured in crash with alleged impaired driver regains consciousness

Benjamin Dufour, the seven-year-old boy who was gravely injured after being hit by a truck in Regina last month, has shown positive signs of recovery, according to a news release from his family.
Moose Jaw Warriors unveil new Snowbirds-inspired logo

The Moose Jaw Warriors will have a new logo for the 2022-23 season, after unveiling a Snowbirds-inspired design on Tuesday morning.

Vancouver Island

2 Saanich, B.C., police officers remain in hospital, including 1 in intensive care, following bank shooting

Two Saanich, B.C., police officers remain in hospital Tuesday, including one in intensive care, a week after six officers were injured and two suspects were killed in a brazen bank robbery and gunfight near Victoria.
Comox Valley man facing multiple charges in 4-month guns, drugs investigation

A 45-year-old Comox Valley man is in custody and facing multiple charges after police seized guns, drugs and cash as part of a four-month investigation.
B.C.'s deputy provincial health officer named Island Health's new top doctor

Island Health has a new top doctor after the previous chief medical health officer, Dr. Richard Stanwick, retired at the end of 2021 after more than 25 years in the industry on Vancouver Island.