The newest resident in Ottawa's Elmvale Acres neighbourhood is an 18-foot snowman

Luc Guertin built Waldo, the 18-foot snowman, in front of his Elmvale Acres home. (Jackie Perez/CTV News Ottawa)

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Poilievre faces backlash for comments on Jordan Peterson podcast

Some are calling attention to a comment about 'Anglo-Saxon words' that Conservative leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre made while appearing as a guest on controversial psychologist Jordan Peterson’s podcast. The term has been used by those on the far-right to differentiate white people from immigrants and people of colour.

Candidate Pierre Poilievre makes a point at the Conservative Party of Canada English leadership debate in Edmonton, Alta., Wednesday, May 11, 2022.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Jason Kenney steps down after 51.4 per cent approval in leadership review

Jason Kenney quit as leader of his party, and premier of Alberta, Wednesday night after receiving a slight majority of support in his United Conservative Party leadership review.

First case of rare monkeypox in the U.S. was someone who recently travelled to Canada

A rare case of monkeypox has been confirmed in a man in Massachusetts who recently travelled to Canada, according to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

Prince Charles and Camilla wrap up Canada visit in Northwest Territories

Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, are spending the final day of the royal visit in Canada's North.

Trudeau says Ottawa watching Quebec's proposed changes to language law 'carefully'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is watching 'carefully' how Quebec's Bill 96 is playing out provincially and respects the freedom of members of Parliament to protest it.

Inflation could put more Canadians at risk of going hungry, experts say

Experts and advocates anticipate that more Canadians could be at risk of going hungry as inflation continues to outpace many consumers' grocery budgets.

Four things Canadians can do to save money on their groceries during inflation

With Statistics Canada reporting a 9.7 per cent increase in food costs over the last year, Canadians are being pushed to find ways to pinch pennies at the grocery stores. Here are some ways to save.

'Suffer in silence:' Experts worry of fallout from public reaction to Amber Heard's testimony

As Johnny Depp's defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard stretches into its fifth week, experts say public reaction to Heard's testimony sends a perilous reminder that despite the 'MeToo' movement, the credibility of alleged victims of abuse can be fragile.

Red Cross registers hundreds of Ukrainian POWs from Mariupol

The Russian military said Thursday that more Ukrainian fighters who were making a last stand in Mariupol have surrendered, bringing the total who have left their stronghold to 1,730, while the Red Cross said it had registered hundreds of them as prisoners of war.

Atlantic

Chantel Moore shot by N.B. police officer in chest, abdomen and leg, inquest hears

Chantel Moore, a 26-year-old Indigenous woman killed by police in New Brunswick in June 2020, was shot twice in the chest, once in the abdomen and once in her left leg, the pathologist who conducted an autopsy on her said Wednesday.
Former RCMP staff sergeant describes spotty radio, lack of resources in N.S. shooting

A Mountie who led much of the response to the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting testified Wednesday that spotty radio service and the lack of an RCMP helicopter were among the equipment problems that hampered the manhunt.
Halifax police release identity of 37-year-old stabbing victim

Halifax Regional Police have released the identity of a woman who died after she was stabbed early Tuesday morning.

Toronto

Ontario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath tests positive for COVID-19

The leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party says she has tested positive for COVID-19.
Toronto Councillor Ana Bailão not seeking re-election in October

After 12 years in office, Toronto City Councillor Ana Bailão will not be seeking re-election in October.
Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner tests positive for COVID-19

Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner has tested positive for COVID-19 in the midst of the 2022 provincial election campaign.

Montreal

Monkeypox in Montreal: Public health to provide an update

Montreal Public Health is slated to give an update about several suspected cases of monkeypox in the city.
5 reasons Quebec's language law reform is stirring controversy

The government says Bill 96 is a moderate reform that will improve protection for French while preserving English services.
Quebec health workers will no longer be paid for COVID-19 isolation leave

Quebec health-care staff got another surprise this week when they learned they can no longer get paid time off for COVID-19 isolation, but need to use up their sick days or vacation days while awaiting a test result.

Northern Ontario

Poilievre faces backlash for comments on Jordan Peterson podcast

Some are calling attention to a comment about 'Anglo-Saxon words' that Conservative leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre made while appearing as a guest on controversial psychologist Jordan Peterson’s podcast. The term has been used by those on the far-right to differentiate white people from immigrants and people of colour.
'Tasteless' poster at LaSalle high school taken down following concern from parents

A LaSalle mom is expressing concern online over a “tasteless” poster in a classroom at her daughter’s school.
Jason Kenney steps down after 51.4 per cent approval in leadership review

Jason Kenney quit as leader of his party, and premier of Alberta, Wednesday night after receiving a slight majority of support in his United Conservative Party leadership review.

London

Major fire in Hanover on Thursday morning

Everyone is believed to have escaped a fire in Hanover, Ont. Thursday morning, according to Hanover police.
London police warn the public after man charged with sexual assault released from custody

London police are warning the public Wednesday after a man charged with multiple sexual assault offences was released following a court appearance.
'There is kindness out there': local woman reunited with stolen polar bear statue

A woman who had her polar bear statue stolen from her front garden last week has managed to get it back in what was a heartfelt reunion on Wednesday.

Winnipeg

CFL, CFL Players' Association reach tentative collective agreement

The second strike in CFL history is over. The CFL confirmed Wednesday night that it and the CFL Players' Association reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement.
'Kindness and innocence': Parents remember daughter killed in crash with alleged drunk driver

The parents of a 24-year-old woman killed in a crash involving an alleged drunk driver earlier this month are remembering their daughter for her kindness and willingness to help others.
Assistance needed to identify Winnipeg woman hit and killed by vehicle

The Winnipeg Police Service is asking for the public’s help to identify a woman who was hit and killed by a vehicle late Tuesday night.

Kitchener

'Somebody out there is missing this child': Remains of young girl found in water in Dunnville, Ont.

Provincial police announced Wednesday the human remains found in the water in Dunnville, Ont., the day before are that of a young girl.
Assault charges withdrawn against Kitchener teacher accused of taping students

The woman was charged with two counts of assault in November after an investigation into “allegations she taped two children with masking tape while in the classroom,” Waterloo regional police said at the time.
All aboard! Retiree buys 'cheapest home in the GTA' -- a caboose

No bedroom, no bathroom, no kitchen. Why one retiree decided to buy -- and live -- in a caboose.

Calgary

Jason Kenney steps down after 51.4 per cent approval in leadership review

Jason Kenney quit as leader of his party, and premier of Alberta, Wednesday night after receiving a slight majority of support in his United Conservative Party leadership review.
Battle of Alberta starts with a bang as Flames down Oilers 9-6 to open playoff series

Matthew Tkachuk scored a hat trick for the Calgary Flames in Wednesday's 9-6 win over the Edmonton Oilers to open their NHL playoff series.
Possible contenders for UCP leader waste little time after Kenney resignation

Even as the smoke cleared from the shocking resignation of Jason Kenney Wednesday evening, several of his challengers were sending out Zoom invites amid hints of leadership campaigns to replace him.

Saskatoon

Brother of alleged Sask. group home sexual assault victim worries his days were 'filled with dread'

A man whose brother lived in a group home in Hepburn, Sask. and was allegedly abused by a worker is speaking out.
An Epic Alliance investor thought they owned a home with a tenant — it had actually burned down

Following the collapse of Epic Alliance, one investor learned they were the landlord of a property that no longer existed.
Statue of Indigenous hockey icon Fred Sasakamoose unveiled in Saskatoon

A statue of Indigenous hockey trailblazer Fred Sasakamoose was unveiled outside SaskTel Centre on Wednesday.

Edmonton

Jason Kenney steps down after 51.4 per cent approval in leadership review

Jason Kenney quit as leader of his party, and premier of Alberta, Wednesday night after receiving a slight majority of support in his United Conservative Party leadership review.
Battle of Alberta starts with a bang as Flames down Oilers 9-6 to open playoff series

Matthew Tkachuk scored a hat trick for the Calgary Flames in Wednesday's 9-6 win over the Edmonton Oilers to open their NHL playoff series.
Where to watch the Battle of Alberta in Edmonton

If you want to watch the Battle of Alberta series with thousands of fans, you have a few options in Edmonton.

Vancouver

B.C. small businesses face cost challenges as national inflation rate hits 31-year high

The rising cost of food, shelter, and other expenses pushed Canada's inflation rate to a 31-year high last month. People are paying a lot more for many basic needs than they were last year at this time, and small businesses are also struggling to manage higher prices for the goods they need to keep going.
With record gas prices in B.C., is it worth going to the U.S. to fill your tank?

Like B.C., Washington state is seeing record-high gas prices. But it's significantly cheaper to fuel up in Blaine than just across the border in Surrey.
SFU researcher develops new tech-savvy search and rescue system

PhD student Brennan Jones wants to lend a helping hand to the B.C. search and rescue volunteers he calls heroes.

Regina

Riders preseason game to be moved following tentative CFL deal: TSN

According to TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor, a preseason game scheduled for May 23 between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers will be moved.
MLA removed from Sask. legislature during heated session

Nadine Wilson, the Independent MLA of Saskatchewan Rivers, was removed from the Saskatchewan legislature after refusing to apologize for comments made towards the government, following Wednesday’s fierce Question Period session.
'It was surreal': Sask. residents witness province’s first tornado of 2022

Environment Canada has confirmed the first tornado in Saskatchewan touched down Tuesday night near Keeler, about 50 kilometres north of Moose Jaw.