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What are the predictions for Canada's real estate market this spring?

The Canadian real estate market has been sluggish since last year, when prospective buyers started putting off plans to purchase homes as the Bank of Canada aggressively hiked interest rates eight consecutive times. But realtors see many edging toward a purchase once more.

Canada broke a population growth record in 2022: StatCan

Canada's population grew by more than one million over the course of one calendar year, breaking previous records, a new Statistics Canada report says.

China and Russia's complicated friendship, explained

Chinese leader Xi Jinping just concluded a three-day visit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a warm affair in which the two men praised each other and spoke of a profound friendship. It's a high point in a complicated, centuries-long relationship.

What made Beethoven sick? DNA from his hair offers clues

Nearly 200 years after Ludwig van Beethoven's death, researchers pulled DNA from strands of his hair, searching for clues about the health problems and hearing loss that plagued him.

Calgary doctor performs spine surgery on conscious patient

Last month, Dr. Michael Yang, a spine surgeon at Foothills Medical Centre, performed a discectomy to remove the damaged part of a herniated disc in the spine, on a patient who was wide awake.

Gwyneth Paltrow ski collision trial brings doctors to stand

Doctors and family members are expected to testify on Wednesday in a trial about a 2016 ski crash between Gwyneth Paltrow and a retired Utah man suing her and claiming her recklessness left him with lasting injuries and brain damage.

'I'm a Canadian': MP named in foreign interference report speaks out, refutes claims

The Liberal MP who allegedly benefitted from Chinese election interference is speaking out against the report, categorically stating the foreign government did not help him in his nomination campaign.

Canadians throw out millions of food products each year. Here's how to reduce that waste

Canadians are throwing out millions of food products each year, a practice that is not only harming the environment but also their wallets. Here are some tips to reduce food waste from an eco expert.

Shake Shack to come to Canada in 2024 with first location set for Toronto

Canadians with a hankering for Shake Shack's juicy burgers soon won't have to cross the border to satisfy their cravings. Toronto-based private investment firms Osmington Inc. and Harlo Entertainment Inc. announced plans Wednesday to bring the U.S. fast food giant to Canada.

Atlantic

Transportation Safety Board report on sinking says fishing boat needed stability test

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says in a report released today that a scallop dragger that sank off Nova Scotia should have been tested for stability, given major changes made to the boat.
'Violence is a workplace hazard for teachers': Parents, expert concerned about rising violence in N.S. schools

The stabbing at Charles P. Allen High School in Bedford, N.S., is hitting many parents hard.
Class to resume Wednesday at Halifax-area high school two days after stabbings

Students at a Halifax-area school where two staff members were stabbed Monday are set to return to class Wednesday afternoon.

Toronto

Mystery surrounds Markham, Ont. woman who 'disappeared without a trace'

A Markham, Ont. woman who has been missing for nearly three weeks 'disappeared without a trace,' police say.
Michael Ford asked to rescind 'disturbing, offensive, and racist' comment about Toronto youth

Ontario Minister for Citizenship and Multiculturalism and MPP Michael Ford was called upon Wednesday to rescind a comment made about Toronto youth that some have called “disturbing, offensive, and racist.”
Ontario manufacturers to get tax credit in 2023 budget

The Doug Ford government is proposing a new tax credit to help manufacturers “grow, innovate, become more competitive and create jobs.”

Montreal

5 remain missing as rescuers continue search through wreckage of Old Montreal fire

The search for victims continues in Old Montreal Wednesday, nearly a week after a major fire left at least two dead and five missing. Rescuers are slowly but surely combing through the historic building, which contained multiple illegal Airbnb units at the time of the fire.
'Bricks versus bodies': Father agonizes over pace of recovery efforts in old Montreal fire

As the search for victims of a five-alarm fire in Old Montreal stretched into its fifth day on Tuesday, friends and family members are getting frustrated with the pace of the investigation and lack of answers.
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WEATHER WARNING | Freezing rain warning in effect for Montreal

It may officially be spring, but wintery weather is hanging on. A Colorado low moving into Quebec is expected to bring light freezing rain this evening, after the evening rush hour

Northern Ontario

Sudbury police charge 3 with attempted murder in downtown robbery

Three people have been charged in a violent downtown Sudbury robbery that left a 39-year-old man with serious injuries on Tuesday night, police say.
Ontario's summer forecast has been revealed. What to expect from June to September

The Farmers' Almanac has released its 2023 summer forecast, and, according to the long-range forecaster, Ontario could be in for some 'hot and soggy' summer months.
Woman blows 4x legal alcohol limit after crashing into car in school parking lot

A Tottenham woman faces impaired driving charges for allegedly blowing four times over the legal limit after crashing into a vehicle in a school parking lot.

London

Policing cost for 2022 Homecoming weekend exceeded $250,000

There were more revelers attending street parties last fall, but the cost of policing Homecoming (HoCo) celebrations near Western University were in line with the previous year.
No more squinting: Bright signs on Wonderland Rd. turned down

Drivers in west London won’t have to squint at night or early in the dark hours of the morning when traveling along a section of Wonderland Road north.
More photos released of person wanted in relation to random stabbing

London police have released more photos of a man wanted in connection to a random stabbing. The suspect is described as a dark-skinned man, waring a black hat, dark sweater or coat, tight dark-coloured jeans, black boots and a white medical mask.

Winnipeg

Major risk of flooding on Red River this spring, predicts Manitoba government

There is a major risk of flooding on the Red River this spring, according to Manitoba’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre
Manitoba's minimum wage is increasing

The minimum wage in Manitoba is increasing to $15.30 this October.
'Everything was lost': Manitoba business owner victim of Instagram hack

A Winnipeg business owner is reminding others to be careful online after her social media accounts were hacked over the weekend.

Kitchener

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DEVELOPING | Police shut down roads near Belwood Lake

Wellington County OPP have closed two roads near Belwood Lake, northeast of Fergus, Ont.
'I was so concerned': Officer who fatally shot Beau Baker testifies at inquest

The second day of the inquest into a fatal police shooting saw a number of people who knew 20-year-old Beau Baker leading up to his death testify, including with the police officer who shot him.
Plan to demolish affordable units for funeral home expansion draws criticism

One Kitchener city councillor described a decision from Tuesday night’s meeting as one of the hardest he has had to make in his 12 years at city hall.

Calgary

Why were there fireworks in Calgary last night?

Plenty of Calgarians were surprised to hear the sound of fireworks ringing through the city on Tuesday night.
Northwest apartment building evacuated due to carbon monoxide concerns

Dozens of people were evacuated from an apartment building in the northwest neighbourhood of Citadel Wednesday morning due to a carbon monoxide scare.
Southern Alberta craft fair to raise funds in memory of Gabriel Sinclair-Pasqua

To memorialize the passing of the youngest member of their family, Gabriel Sinclair-Pasqua, Gerry Bakoway has organized a craft fair at Taber, Alta.'s Parkside Manor on April 15 to raise money for children's charities across Alberta.

Saskatoon

Here's what we could see in the 2023-24 provincial budget

The long awaited 2023-24 provincial budget will be unveiled in the Legislature on Wednesday afternoon, outlining the government’s taxation and spending plans for next year.
Sask. doctor charged with unprofessional conduct after pleading guilty to harassing ex-girlfriend

A Nipawin doctor has been charged with unprofessional conduct after pleading guilty to criminally harassing his ex-girlfriend.
Canadians throw out millions of food products each year. Here's how to reduce that waste

Canadians are throwing out millions of food products each year, a practice that is not only harming the environment but also their wallets. Here are some tips to reduce food waste from an eco expert.

Edmonton

Memorial donuts being sold in support of slain Edmonton police officers

A Crossfield, Alta., bakery is creating something special in memory of Constables Brett Ryan and Travis Jordan, who were shot to death last week.
Police say body of woman found on path by Prospect Point Park storm pond

An investigation is underway following the discovery of a woman's body along a park pathway in Fort McMurray, Alta.
Local first responder using art as therapy creates portraits of fallen EPS officers

A Spruce Grove first responder artist created a series of portraits in memory of the pair of Edmonton Police Service constables killed in the line of duty last week.

Vancouver

1 person sent to hospital after 2-vehicle crash in Langley

A two-vehicle crash in Langley late Tuesday sent at least one person to hospital.
Homicide team deployed to West Vancouver after man stabbed in apartment parkade

An altercation in a West Vancouver parking garage escalated to a deadly stabbing late Tuesday afternoon.
Great blue heron colony returns to Vancouver's Stanley Park

The great blue heron colony is settling back in at Stanley Park, preparing to welcome another generation of new chicks.

Regina

Here's what we could see in the 2023-24 provincial budget

The long awaited 2023-24 provincial budget will be unveiled in the Legislature on Wednesday afternoon, outlining the government’s taxation and spending plans for next year.
'Not ideal for anyone': Regina Public Schools to move 200 students from Harbour Landing School

The Regina Public School Board has endorsed the school division’s proposal to have 200 students change schools next year.
Sask. doctor charged with unprofessional conduct after pleading guilty to harassing ex-girlfriend

A Nipawin doctor has been charged with unprofessional conduct after pleading guilty to criminally harassing his ex-girlfriend.

Things you can do in Ottawa for free this winter

Things you can do in Ottawa for free this winter

FREEZING RAIN WARNING | Icy conditions expected in Ottawa tonight

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WEATHER WARNING | Freezing rain warning in effect for Montreal

DEVELOPING | Police shut down roads near Belwood Lake