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Ukraine's fight for 'the future of us all,' Trudeau says on surprise trip to Kyiv

Canada will spend $500 million to help Ukraine's military fight Russia's invasion, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Saturday in Kyiv, where he told the country's parliament they are in a battle for 'the future of us all.'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks at the Ukrainian parliament in Kyiv, Ukraine, on June 10, 2023. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn)

Russian cargo plane seized by Canadian government at Toronto Pearson Airport

A Russian-registered cargo aircraft that has been grounded at Toronto Pearson Airport for more than a year was seized by the Canadian government Saturday afternoon and could now be redistributed to Ukraine.

Here's how some of Canada's wildfires compare in size to cities, lakes

Fires across the country are burning millions of hectares of land but what does that really look like? CTVNews.ca compared the blazes to some cities and lakes in the country showing just how big they have gotten.

Public inquiry into foreign interference 'has never been off the table': LeBlanc

Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc says a public inquiry into foreign interference 'has never been off the table,' following the sudden resignation of special rapporteur David Johnston.

Lawmakers shouldn't wait for unmarked graves report to act, Murray says

Ahead of the release of her interim report on progress as Canada's special interlocutor on unmarked graves at former residential schools, Kimberly Murray says lawmakers at all levels of government shouldn’t be waiting for her findings to act.

Unhealthy habits of university students could lead to future health problems

A recent study published in the peer-reviewed journal Preventative Medicine Reports by a group of international researchers has found that post-secondary students with unhealthy eating habits can go on to suffer from disease and mental health issues for years to come.

Russian cargo plane seized by Canadian government at Toronto Pearson Airport

A Russian-registered cargo aircraft that has been grounded at Toronto Pearson Airport for more than a year was seized by the Canadian government Saturday afternoon and could now be redistributed to Ukraine.
'Do not consume': Health Canada recalls brand of frozen berries sold in Ontario

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for two kinds of Alasko brand frozen fruit due to possible norovirus contamination.
Someone in Ontario has an email telling them they've won $22M in a Lotto Max jackpot

Someone in Ontario will wake up to an email informing them they're $22 million richer.

Calgary

Investigators on scene of early-morning fire in vacant Bowness building

Police and fire crews are investigating after a structure fire at a vacant building in Bowness early Saturday morning.
Suspect identified and charged in dangerous driving incident

A 20-year-old man has been charged in relation to a dangerous-driving incident in northeast Calgary that left a woman seriously injured.
Calgary awards celebrate Black achievement in arts, sports, entrepreneurship, innovation, education

CTV Morning Live's Joelle Tomlinson was the emcee for the Calgary Black Achievement Awards Friday night.

Montreal

'The battle isn't won': Next 48 hours crucial in Quebec wildfire fight : Bonnardel

The next 48 hours will be crucial in Quebec's wildfire fight in northern and western parts of the province, with rain forecast for Monday but warmer, humid temperatures expected until then.
A worker on a Quebec highway construction site was hit by a driver

A worker on a worksite on Highway 15 South in Mirabel was hit by a driver on Friday evening. He suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
'Do not consume': Health Canada recalls brand of frozen berries sold in Quebec

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for two kinds of Alasko brand frozen fruit due to possible norovirus contamination.

Edmonton

'Situation has escalated': Edson residents ordered to evacuate because of wildfire

For the second time in about a month, residents of Edson were told to leave town Friday night because of a wildfire.
Ukraine's fight for 'the future of us all,' Trudeau says on surprise trip to Kyiv

Canada will spend $500 million to help Ukraine's military fight Russia's invasion, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Saturday in Kyiv, where he told the country's parliament they are in a battle for 'the future of us all.'
Lawmakers shouldn't wait for unmarked graves report to act, Murray says

Ahead of the release of her interim report on progress as Canada's special interlocutor on unmarked graves at former residential schools, Kimberly Murray says lawmakers at all levels of government shouldn’t be waiting for her findings to act.

Northern Ontario

Someone in Ontario has an email telling them they've won $22M in a Lotto Max jackpot

Someone in Ontario will wake up to an email informing them they're $22 million richer.
Northern Ont. wildfire update, one new fire reported Saturday

There is one new confirmed fire in the Northeast Region as of Saturday. Here’s what you need to know.
Victim shot and killed in Kirkland Lake, police search for homicide suspects

One person has been killed in Kirkland Lake following a shooting Thursday evening on Second Street East.

London

London Fire Department celebrates milestone

The London Fire Department is celebrating its 150th anniversary.
London tow truck operator receives licence suspension for excessive speeding

A local tow truck operator’s business licence has been suspended after one of their drivers was charged with stunt driving while on the job.
33 charges laid during commercial vehicle blitz

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid 33 charges during a commercial vehicle blitz in Norwich.

Winnipeg

RCMP close down highway for search warrant

Manitoba RCMP shut down traffic on Highway 9 Saturday morning as part of an ongoing investigation.
Manitoba opens first-ever potash plant

Manitoba's first-ever potash plant has begun production in the western part of the province.
Remains found in western Manitoba identified as woman missing since 2020

Mounties say remains found in western Manitoba have been identified as a woman who has been missing for three years.

Ottawa

Four men injured in ByWard Market shooting

Ottawa police say four men were located on Clarence Street with gunshot wounds at approximately 1:30 a.m. Two of the men suffered life-threatening injuries.
Ukraine's fight for 'the future of us all,' Trudeau says on surprise trip to Kyiv

Canada will spend $500 million to help Ukraine's military fight Russia's invasion, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Saturday in Kyiv, where he told the country's parliament they are in a battle for 'the future of us all.'
Smoky air blankets Ottawa and Hard Rock Casino breaks ground on new project: Top 5 stories this week

CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at the top five stories on our website this week.

Saskatoon

'This is a spending problem': Saskatoon business leader calls for 'mid-management' job cuts at city hall

The head of Saskatoon’s chamber of commerce responding with frustration to the city’s announcement of a $75 million deficit over the next two years — and the tax hikes that will likely be needed to help makeup some of the the shortfall.
'What real strength looks like': Run for women's mental health

This weekend marks the highly anticipated return of the Shoppers Drug Mart run, dedicated to raising awareness for women's mental health.
Transplant may not be possible for Sask. girl who stole hearts on TikTok

A young Saskatchewan girl that stole the hearts of the province, and millions online, is back in hospital.

Vancouver

Hundreds displaced after fire breaks out in Maple Ridge

More than 200 people have been displaced after a large fire in Maple Ridge Friday night.
Shifting winds, cooler temperatures helping firefighters at Tumbler Ridge, B.C.

Shifting winds, cooling temperatures and intermittent rain showers are helping crews today battling a wildfire that forced the evacuation of the northeast British Columbia town of Tumbler Ridge.
Beloved B.C.-based Asian grocery chain announces first U.S. location

Residents of Washington state will soon be able to experience a B.C. favourite without crossing the border.

Regina

Transplant may not be possible for Sask. girl who stole hearts on TikTok

A young Saskatchewan girl that stole the hearts of the province, and millions online, is back in hospital.
13-year-old dies following rollover near Moosomin, Sask.

A 13-year-old is dead following a vehicle rollover near Moosomin on Thursday morning.
'See it with my own eyes': Canadian teen in war-torn Ukraine to film documentary

A Ukrainian-Canadian teenager is on an emotional journey to capture the destruction of the Russian invasion, including of his childhood home, on camera.

Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island wildfire expected to continue for 'several days' as highway remains closed

Wildfire officials are sending an additional 20 firefighters to help battle an out-of-control blaze that has burned more than two square kilometres of forest and cut off a major highway on Vancouver Island.
West Shore RCMP seek suspicious man seen near elementary school

The West Shore RCMP are asking the public to help identify a suspicious man who was spotted near an elementary school twice in the past few weeks.
BC Ferries cancels sailings between Vancouver and Victoria

BC Ferries has cancelled two sailings between Vancouver and Victoria on Friday evening.