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Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet accused of sexual assault in class-action lawsuit

Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet, once considered a front-runner to become pope, has been accused of sexual assault and is among a list of clergy members and diocesan staff named in a class-action lawsuit against the archdiocese of Quebec. A woman identified as 'F.' in court documents tabled on Tuesday accused Ouellet of several incidents of unwanted touching.

Pope Francis, left, and Cardinal Marc Ouellet arrive at the opening of a 3-day Symposium on Vocations in the Paul VI hall at the Vatican, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

Trump's angry words spur warnings of real violence

A growing number of ardent Donald Trump supporters seem ready to strike back against the FBI or others who they believe go too far in investigating the former U.S. president.

Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns

Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.

Why is ArriveCan still mandatory, and what is Ottawa's plan for the app?

The glitch-prone app touted as an efficient border tool early in the pandemic has become a punching bag for critics who question its utility -- but ArriveCan may be here to stay.

B.C. man among first approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program still waiting for compensation

A B.C. man, who was among the first Canadians approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program, says he is frustrated with the length of time it is taking to receive compensation.

Lead investigator in N.S. mass shooting says he stands by political interference accusations

The senior Mountie who made allegations of political meddling in the investigation into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting defended his position to members of parliament Tuesday.

BREAKING

BREAKING | Wolves apparently freed on purpose, Vancouver zoo says amid ongoing recapture efforts

The wolves that were found outside their enclosure at the Greater Vancouver Zoo Tuesday appear to have been freed on purpose, according to officials.

OPINION

OPINION | Economists are forecasting a recession in Canada, how should you prepare?

The next time the Bank of Canada raises interest rates on the scheduled date of September 7, 2022, it could potentially trigger a recession. Although there may be a chance that we don’t enter into a recession and the BoC is still hoping for a soft landing, it’s best to be prepared. Contributor Christopher Liew explains how.

Canada's inflation rate slows in July despite price gains in food, rent, travel

Canada's year-over-year inflation rate slowed to 7.6 per cent in July, with the deceleration largely driven by a decline in gas prices even as prices for food, rent and travel continued to rise.

Atlantic

N.S. shooting inquiry: Advice given to witness worries former judge

A former Supreme Court of Canada judge working with the inquiry into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting says he's worried the federal Justice Department has been discouraging witnesses from being forthcoming with relevant evidence.
Health-care issues stem from cuts, decades of poor planning: emergency medicine expert

Long wait times, closed emergency departments and growing waitlists for family doctors have exposed the pressures facing the health-care system this summer – specifically on emergency medicine.
N.B. reports five new COVID-19-related deaths; hospital admissions stabilize

New Brunswick is reporting five more deaths related to COVID-19 in its weekly update.

Toronto

Ontario man gets massive surprise after winning lottery on first-ever ticket

A 24-year-old Ontario man who bought a lottery ticket for the first time says he has been left in complete shock after winning a massive prize.
Severe thunderstorm, 55 mm of rain set to hit parts of southern Ontario

An imminent and severe thunderstorm is set to dampen parts of Ontario on Tuesday night with heavy rainfall amounts of around 55 mm expected.
Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns

Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.

Montreal

Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet accused of sexual assault in class-action lawsuit

Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet, once considered a front-runner to become pope, has been accused of sexual assault and is among a list of clergy members and diocesan staff named in a class-action lawsuit against the archdiocese of Quebec. A woman identified as 'F.' in court documents tabled on Tuesday accused Ouellet of several incidents of unwanted touching.
No plans to impose obligatory public health measures this fall: Quebec health officials

Quebec health officials say there is no plan to impose obligatory public health measures come this fall as the province launches its most recent COVID-19 booster vaccination campaign, targeting people living in CHSLDs and private seniors' residences.
Montreal boy in critical condition after parents find him unconscious in bath

A seven-year-old boy is in hospital in critical condition after his parents found him unconscious in a bathtub.

Northern Ontario

Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns

Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.
OPINION
OPINION | Economists are forecasting a recession in Canada, how should you prepare?

The next time the Bank of Canada raises interest rates on the scheduled date of September 7, 2022, it could potentially trigger a recession. Although there may be a chance that we don’t enter into a recession and the BoC is still hoping for a soft landing, it’s best to be prepared. Contributor Christopher Liew explains how.
New technology expected to improve school bus safety

With the return of classes just over three weeks away, back-to-school preparations are underway in northern Ontario, including mapping out bus routes, recruiting drivers and installing some new technology on buses.

London

Stratford officer 'fell short' in duty of deceased toddler, but did not commit criminal offence: SIU

The SIU has determined that a while Stratford, Ont. police officer did not commit a criminal offence in relation to a toddler who died last year, the officer “fell short” in his duty of care towards the 18-month-old boy.
Suspect assaults woman with knife, tapes her mouth and forces her into bathroom: London police

A London man is facing several serious charges after he allegedly assaulted a woman with a knife and held her against her will.
'I fear destruction of lives': London man sentenced to 9 years in massive gun and drug bust

William Boyd, 47, is going to spend the next seven years and 133 days in a penitentiary.

Winnipeg

Calls to twin Trans-Canada Highway between Manitoba and Ontario grow

A man who lost two family members in a 2019 crash near the Manitoba-Ontario border is calling for Manitoba to twin the highway between the two provinces in an attempt to prevent a similar tragedy.
How much rain fell in Manitoba on Monday?

Southern Manitoba was hit with severe thunderstorms on Monday that produced strong winds and heavy rain.
Lightning strikes Winnipeg home, causes fire: WFPS

The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) said a lightning strike caused a fire at a home in the city’s southeast Monday night.

Kitchener

'This is bigger than football': Golden Hawks welcome back Light House members for training day
City of Waterloo condemns recent hate-motivated graffiti found in region

The City of Waterloo issued a statement on Tuesday condemning hate-motivated graffiti that has been appearing across Waterloo region.
Fire crews advise caution after more than 100 animals were killed in two separate barn fires

Rural fire crews were busy this week after two separate barn fires north of Kitchener were responsible for the deaths of over 100 livestock. Between the two fires, 116 cattle and four horses were killed, according to fire officials.

Calgary

Proposed provincial policing plan would bolster Alberta’s rural, remote detachments

An Alberta Provincial Police Service would see sworn officers currently working in administrative positions at larger detachments redeployed to front-line roles in smaller communities, according to a proposed plan released Tuesday.
Inflation dips, but experts wary of celebrating just yet

While Canada and Alberta's inflation rates have dropped from a record-high peak seen in June, not all consumer prices are falling with it.
Lethbridge parents demand change after sexual assault charges against coach

Parents of children who attended the Lethbridge Gymnastics Academy (LGA) are calling for better protection of young athletes following the recent arrests of the facility’s co-owner Jamie Ellacott.

Saskatoon

Committee approves new vision for Farmers' Market Building

The Farmers' Market Building at River Landing is a step closer to reopening.
Nine cats rescued in Mayfair house fire

Firefighters were called to a home in the 1700 block of Avenue D North at 8:38 a.m. with reports of a house visibly on fire with heavy black smoke coming from the roof.
Sask. AI x-ray project first of its kind in Canada

An artificial intelligence (AI) project is expanding healthcare for remote communities in Saskatchewan.

Edmonton

'For Christ sake, they should slow down': Highway worker in critical condition after crash

A highway maintenance worker was taken to hospital after a crash on Monday evening.
Body of 14-year-old boy found in pond northwest of Edmonton

The body of the 14-year-old boy who drowned in a Whitecourt, Alta., pond on Sunday was recovered on Tuesday, RCMP told CTV News Edmonton.
Edmonton gondola needed better Indigenous consultation, councillor says

The sole city councillor to vote in support of a gondola across Edmonton's river valley says the outcome may have been different if there were better Indigenous consultation.

Vancouver

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BREAKING | Wolves apparently freed on purpose, Vancouver zoo says amid ongoing recapture efforts

The wolves that were found outside their enclosure at the Greater Vancouver Zoo Tuesday appear to have been freed on purpose, according to officials.
'Lifetime ban' for former B.C. teacher convicted in historic sex assault case involving minors

A former elementary school teacher convicted of several sex crimes involving minors has agreed he will never again teach in British Columbia's K-12 system.
B.C. men defrauded investors of $600K, used money to pay personal debts and bills

Three B.C. men defrauded investors of $600,000 – spending more than half of the money they obtained to finance a bogus battery business to repay personal debts, pay personal bills and make a slew of cash withdrawals.

Regina

Scam involving death threats, graphic images over text detected in Regina: RPS

An ongoing online scam that threatens people’s safety and lives has now been reported in the Queen City, according to the Regina Police Service (RPS).
Regina man facing several charges after alleged bear spray assault on police officers

A Regina man is facing several charges after allegedly assaulting police officers with bear spray early on Tuesday morning.
Sask. inflation rate remains steady at 8.1 per cent in July

Saskatchewan's inflation rate remained steady at 8.1 per cent from June to July, despite a month over month dip at the national level.