Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week for March 20, 2023

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2019. Emiliana 57 Rocas Los Robles Estate Carmenère 2019, Reif Estate Winery Riesling 2021, Caymus-Suisun The Walking Fool Red Blend 2020, Cathedral Cellar KWV Pinotage 2018

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Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec

Notorious serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo was moved to a medium-security prison in Quebec this week.

Paul Bernardo is shown sitting in the back of a police cruiser as he leaves a hearing in St.Catharines, Ont., in this file photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Special rapporteur David Johnston’s office hired crisis communications firm Navigator

Special rapporteur David Johnston has hired crisis communications firm Navigator, his office confirmed on Friday.

Here's what Nova Scotia's wildfires look like from outer space

Photos released by NASA taken from International Space Station show the immense scale of the wildfires in Nova Scotia, with billowing smoke engulfing the landscape.

Air Canada should face more consequences after two disruptions in a week, consumer advocate says

An airline consumer advocate says Air Canada should face tougher consequences for stranding passengers after two disruptions in a week.

Canada's 'unprecedented' fire season linked to climate change, will be the new normal: scientists

At the moment, wildfires are burning across six provinces and one territory in Canada — and they’re still spreading in what’s being called an unprecedented fire season. While firefighters work tirelessly to battle the merciless flames and prevent further destruction, scientists say the wildfires are linked to climate change and that this will be the new normal.

'Many, many lives turned upside down' by wildfires: N.S. premier

Nova Scotia’s premier says the “historic” wildfires in the province have caused a “breath-taking amount of damage.”
Man found dead inside Halifax Tim Hortons

A man has been found dead inside a Tim Hortons in Halifax.
Man walks into police station, confesses to homicide: N.S. RCMP

A man has been charged with first-degree murder in the homicide of a 62-year-old woman in Labelle, N.S.

Toronto

Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec

Notorious serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo was moved to a medium-security prison in Quebec this week.
Man in life-threatening condition after stabbing at Kennedy TTC station

A man is in hospital after being stabbed at Kennedy Station, police say.
3 men allegedly part of 'MS-13' street gang charged with shooting of Schomberg dog walker

Three Toronto men have been charged with attempted murder after they allegedly shot an innocent dog walker in Schomberg, Ont. in a case of mistaken identity.

Montreal

Bill 96: New rules for accessing English services in Quebec could change, says minister

Parts of Quebec's controversial language law that took effect Thursday could still be tweaked, according to the minister responsible for the French language.
Notorious serial killer Paul Bernardo moved to medium-security prison in Quebec

Notorious serial rapist and killer Paul Bernardo was moved to a medium-security prison in Quebec this week.
Check for ticks after going to the park, says Montreal woman with Lyme disease

Planning to pass time in Montreal's many parks this summer? Check yourself for ticks, warns one woman who recently contracted Lyme disease. Jasmine Rochereul, 23, says she spent much of last summer sprawled in city parks, where she believes she picked up the tick-borne illness.

Northern Ontario

Highway 11 reopens between Kapuskasing and Hearst

Highway 11 has reopened between Kapuskasing and Hearst after a two-vehicle collision Friday morning.
Three charged in northern Ont. for having campfire during fire ban

Three people have been charged this week after having campfires during the fire ban and one person could be fined up to $25,000 or face jail time.
Sewing needles found at 2nd Bracebridge beach, prompting closure

A popular beach in Bracebridge is open to the public two days after sewing needles were found in the water, but a second beach has since closed over safety concerns.

London

When WSIB moves its headquarters to London, Ont., will the office be downtown?

Multiple sources have told CTV News that the WSIB is now eyeing the 3M building at 300 Tartan Dr. near Veterans Memorial Parkway as a new headquarters.
WANTED: Lucas Townsend, 27

Around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to two separate calls where citizens believed they heard gunshots in the 100 block of Albert Street near Talbot Street.
Lucas Secondary School students raise more than $125k in their own Relay For Life

Some 700 students took to the track at A.B. Lucas Secondary School in North London, Ont. Friday to take part in a student led Relay For Life.

Winnipeg

Crash and possible assault put school into hold and secure

A school in Winnipeg was placed into a hold and secure after a reported crash and possible assault in the area.
'An 1896 solution for a 2023 problem': The upcoming vote to allow religious instruction at a St. James school

An upcoming by-law vote about religious instruction is causing conflict in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division (SJASD).
Experts say these are the red flags to look out for when buying a flipped house

A Winnipeg man who bought a flipped home two years ago says some hidden problems have bubbled up to the surface – in some cases quite literally.

Kitchener

Woman airlifted after crash near Wallenstein

A woman in her 80s has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after a crash near Wallenstein, according to Ornge Air Ambulance.
Ont. seniors’ home adopts pair of ducklings for animal therapy program

A long-term care home in Fergus, Ont. has adopted two ducklings as part of an animal therapy program to give its residents a sense of purpose.
Family escapes from burning Cambridge home, two cats killed in fire

A family of three is safe after they escaped a fire at their Cambridge home. Neighbours described the flames as "unbelievable."

Calgary

Lucky duckies saved after falling down Calgary storm drain

Eight fuzzy ducklings were rescued from a precarious situation on Friday, thanks to Calgary police and workers from the City of Calgary.
Moraine Lake mandatory shuttle access starts up

It's the start of a new season at Moraine Lake and for the first time, you will have to take a shuttle bus to access the famous landmark -- no matter how early you're willing to show up.
Boil water advisory in effect for 3 Calgary communities

Three southwest Calgary communities are under a boil water advisory due to a watermain break Thursday afternoon at a nearby construction site.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon students say high school is censoring Pride week

Students at a Catholic school in Saskatoon say their high school is restricting and censoring Pride week celebrations.
Woman pleads guilty to Prince Albert community centre arson

A woman has pleaded guilty to starting a fire that burned down a Prince Albert community centre.
'I feel lucky to be around': Saskatoon shoe store celebrates 40 years on Broadway

For 40 years, Saskatchewan residents have been bringing their shoes into Broadway Shoe Repair for a fix or in search of a new pair of shoes.

Edmonton

'The biggest cheerleaders': Dedicated group help keep Ryan Shtuka's story alive five years later

Brought together by kindness and heartbreak, a group of women is helping an Alberta mother make sure her missing son is never forgotten.
Edmonton teen bystander shot in downtown shooting during 'altercation': police

A teen bystander was shot during an altercation outside the Edmonton Convention Centre Thursday evening, police say.
Child killed in pedestrian collision in Grande Prairie Friday: RCMP

A child is dead after being hit by a trailer in Grande Prairie on Friday.

Vancouver

'Quite frustrating': B.C. man still waiting for EV ordered in 2020

A B.C. man who put a deposit down on an electric vehicle in 2020 is still waiting to learn when it will arrive.
Dry conditions prompt wildfire, drought concerns in B.C.

There is little relief for British Columbia's wildfire fight in the immediate forecast.
Fiery ultralight plane crash in Surrey seriously injures one person

One person has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after an ultralight aircraft crashed and caught on fire in Surrey Friday afternoon.

Regina

Riders beat Bombers in pre-season finale

The Saskatchewan Roughriders edged the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 28-16 in their final pre-season test.
City officials ask drivers to avoid flooded underpasses as more rain on the way

The City of Regina has a three-phase approach to address the flooding that occurs at the downtown underpasses during most heavy rainfalls, including Thursday night’s storm.
Regina Police Service therapy dog, Merlot, officially retires

Eight years ago, the Regina Police Service (RPS) embarked on a facility dog program. Now, one of its first recruits officially retired from her career.

Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week for March 20, 2023

Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week for March 20, 2023

HEAT WARNING | Hottest June 2 in Ottawa history, with relief on the way this weekend

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