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LIVE | Prince Charles and Camilla land in Newfoundland to start Canadian tour

Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, have arrived in St. John's, N.L., to begin a three-day Canadian tour that includes stops in Ottawa and the Northwest Territories.

Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, arrive in St. John's to begin a three-day Canadian tour, Tuesday, May 17, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner carjacked at gunpoint outside Toronto movie theatre

Toronto Maple Leafs winger Mitch Marner was the victim of an armed carjacking outside a movie theatre in Etobicoke on Monday night, the club confirmed on Tuesday.

Regular travel and public health measures can't coexist: Canadian Airport Council

International arrivals at Canadian airports are so backed up, people are being kept on planes for over an hour after they land because there isn't physically enough space to hold the lineups of travellers, says the Canadian Airports Council.

In Buffalo, Biden condemns racism, mourns new victims

U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden paid their respects Tuesday at a makeshift memorial to the 10 people killed in the white supremacist attack in Buffalo, confronting again the forces of hatred he frequently says called him back to seek the White House.

Indian couple sue only son for not giving them grandchildren

A couple in India are suing their son and daughter-in-law -- for not giving them grandchildren after six years of marriage.

Fall of Mariupol appears at hand; fighters leave steel plant

Mariupol appeared on the verge of falling to the Russians on Tuesday as Ukraine moved to abandon the steel plant where hundreds of its fighters had held out for months under relentless bombardment in the last bastion of resistance in the devastated city.

Trudeau says inviting Iran to Vancouver soccer friendly is not 'a very good idea'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says a soccer friendly between Canada and Iran next month in Vancouver is ill-advised. The merits of hosting Iran were raised by a reporter, citing families who had lost loved ones on Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752.

OPINION

OPINION | Tom Mulcair: Legault reverting to age-old sport of Anglo-bashing

Today, there are two pieces of Quebec legislation that target religious and linguistic minorities. While he often talks about rights, Justin Trudeau has chosen to stand there, arms folded, and do nothing to defend people whose freedoms are being affected. He appears to be afraid of displeasing François Legault, writes former NDP leader Tom Mulcair in his latest column for CTVNews.ca.

Warrant issued for suspect in crash that killed Calgary mother of 5

Calgary police said in a statement issued Monday they have identified a suspect wanted in an incident that resulted in the death of a Calgary mother of five.

Atlantic

Confusion over RCMP leadership roles marked early investigation of N.S. mass shooting

When a man disguised as a Mountie started killing people in northern Nova Scotia two years ago, there was considerable confusion over who was in charge of the RCMP operation, newly released documents show.
N.B. police officer who fatally shot Chantel Moore during wellness check testifies at inquest

The police officer who fatally shot a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check in Edmundston, N.B., two years ago says he doesn't know why things escalated so quickly.
Woman dies from injuries after Halifax stabbing; police investigating homicide

A woman who was stabbed overnight in the Halifax area has died from her injuries.

Toronto

Who are the voters in Ontario? Here's the breakdown

This map breaks down who the voters are in Ontario and how they cast their ballots in 2018. There are 124 ridings in Ontario—and each one is made up of a diverse population with key concerns about how the province is governed.
Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner carjacked at gunpoint outside Toronto movie theatre

Toronto Maple Leafs winger Mitch Marner was the victim of an armed carjacking outside a movie theatre in Etobicoke on Monday night, the club confirmed on Tuesday.
Remains found in Uxbridge pond belong to Toronto man missing since last summer: police

The identity of human remains found in Uxbridge last week are confirmed to belong to a Toronto man who was reported missing last summer.

Montreal

New mural remembers Fredy Villanueva, killed by a Montreal police officer

A new mural depicting Fredy Villanueva, who was killed by a Montreal police officer in 2008, has been unveiled.
Apartment hunting: What can you get for $1,450 in Montreal?

As moving season approaches, the ongoing housing crisis is on the minds of many Montrealers seeking a new place to live.
Montreal police charge suspect in connection to multiple drive-by shootings

Montreal police (SPVM) announced Tuesday that they captured a fugitive they had been looking for since Jan. 22 in an apartment last Friday.

Northern Ontario

Parts of northeastern Ontario under a frost warning

Environment Canada has issued a frost warning for several areas in the northeast following hot and dry conditions over the weekend.
Sudbury woman seeks help with alcohol struggle, ends up losing driver's licence

A Sudbury woman who sought help for alcohol dependency and mental-health challenges ended up losing her driver's licence.
Highway 11 closed in South River

Traffic has come to a stand still on Highway 11 south of North Bay on Tuesday morning after a transport rolled over on its side, police say.

London

North London, Ont. playground vandalized with hate symbols

A north London, Ont. playground has been vandalized with hate symbols.
Second person charged after shots fired in east London, Ont. neighbourhood

A second person has been charged after shots were fired in an east London, Ont. neighbourhood last Wednesday, according to police.
Impaired driving charges not just for passenger vehicles

A 28-year-old is facing charges after North Perth OPP pulled over a farm tractor.

Winnipeg

Amid flooding issues, Manitoba could see another 20 to 50 mm of rain this week

Southern Manitoba could be hit with another 20 to 50 millimetres of rain over the next few days.
Sex workers in Manitoba concerned over proposed legislation bringing changes to hotels

Sex workers in Manitoba are raising concerns about a proposed law aimed at cracking down on human traffickers who use short-term rentals, saying the move could make things less safe for them.
Permanent public washroom to open in downtown Winnipeg

A permanent public washroom is set to open this month in downtown Winnipeg.

Kitchener

'Just the good dreams are left': Local Indigenous group builds Reconciliation Dreamcatcher

A local Indigenous group has created a large dreamcatcher, as a way to move towards reconciliation.
'Unable to enjoy their backyards in peace': Neighbours of Flag Raiders share concerns as paintball business seeks approval

A contentious topic is back under review in Cambridge. City council is hearing from a number of delegates sharing their thoughts about a paintball company's land and whether it should be re-zoned.
Wilmot man suffers serious injuries in motorcycle crash

A 22-year-old Wilmot Township man was transported to hospital by Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services on Sunday after he crashed into a car while riding a red Honda motorcycle in Kitchener.

Calgary

Suspect charged in connection with 4 alleged sex assaults at Chinook Centre

A 28-year-old man faces four counts of sexual assault following an investigation into reported offences at CF Chinook Centre.
The best patios in Calgary, according to OpenTable

Eleven Calgary locations are among those featured on a list of Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining.
Math, French curricula ready to pilot in September: Alberta Education

The Alberta government says revised curricula for science, French language, and French literature arts are ready to be tested in classrooms this fall.

Saskatoon

Rising fuel costs a challenge in search for missing Sask. boy

The rising cost of fuel is complicating the nearly month-long search for a missing Saskatchewan boy continues.
Sask. doctor says he lost sleep over decision to take Ontario job

Saskatoon intensive care physician Dr. Hassan Masri says he has taken a leadership role in Ontario.
Where most police street checks happen in Saskatoon

Saskatoon Police Service says all of the 189 contact interviews conducted by its officers last year complied with policy.

Edmonton

Math, French curricula ready to pilot in September: Alberta Education

The Alberta government says revised curricula for science, French language, and French literature arts are ready to be tested in classrooms this fall.
Copping, Hinshaw to give COVID-19 update Tuesday afternoon

The health minister and chief medical officer of health will update Albertans on COVID-19 Tuesday afternoon.
Alberta premier urges U.S. senators to convince Michigan to stop Line 5 shutdown

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is urging the U.S. government to convince Michigan to abandon its legal campaign against the Line 5 pipeline.

Vancouver

Sex offender who posed as modelling agent argues in appeal he'll be lower risk as he gets older

A British Columbia sex offenders who posed as a modelling agent, using "auditions" as a way to lure victims even after being charged, lost an appeal to change his sentence this month.
Border-crossing for boosters: Some frustrated B.C. residents heading to U.S. for more vaccine

With limited access to second boosters at home, a growing number of British Columbians have been considering a trip into Washington state for a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
'It's challenging': Surrey home destroyed in early morning fire

A Surrey home was destroyed after an early morning fire on 100 Avenue near 174A Street.

Regina

Sask. doctor says he lost sleep over decision to take Ontario job

Saskatoon intensive care physician Dr. Hassan Masri says he has taken a leadership role in Ontario.
Here's how to limit bear encounters in Sask.

As Saskatchewan’s bear population comes out of hibernation, the provincial government reminds the public to be “bear aware” in its annual campaign outlining wilderness safety.
Riders sign 2022 first round pick Emilus

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed 2022 first round pick Samuel Emilus, according to a release from the team.