What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Jan. 21-23

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Monkeypox: What is it and how does it spread?

A growing number of countries, including Canada, the U.S., Spain, Portugal, and the U.K, are reporting an unusual outbreak of monkeypox. Here is what we know about this rare virus.

This 2003 electron microscope image made available by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows mature, oval-shaped monkeypox virions, left, and spherical immature virions, right, obtained from a sample of human skin associated with the 2003 prairie dog outbreak. (Cynthia S. Goldsmith, Russell Regner/CDC via AP)

Canada inflation: How we compare to other G7 nations

With a meeting of G7 finance ministers underway this week, a CTVNews.ca analysis found that while Canadians are feeling the pain of record-high inflation, among G7 nations we are surpassed by Germany, the U.S., and the U.K.

Conservatives want Canada to revert to pre-pandemic travel rules

The Conservative Party is doubling down on its call for the federal government to do away with travel restrictions and revert back to 'pre-pandemic rules' in light of recent airport delays.

Jason Kenney has quit as UCP leader. What happens to the party and government now?

With Jason Kenney having stepped down as leader of Alberta's United Conservative Party, who is now leader of the province?

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NEW | Man charged in Edison Avenue homicide in Winnipeg; police investigating possibility of more victims

The Winnipeg Police Service has changed a 35-year-old man with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a woman whose remains were found near an apartment building in North Kildonan, and police are investigating the possibility of more victims.

Health Canada warns of formula shortage for babies with food allergies

Health Canada says there is currently a shortage in this country of infant formula designed for babies with food allergies and certain medical conditions amid a serious shortage in the United States.

BREAKING

BREAKING | Former legislative clerk found guilty of fraud, breach of trust in B.C. spending scandal

The former clerk of the British Columbia legislature has been found guilty of fraud and breach of trust in connection to allegations of improper spending made against him.

OPINION

OPINION | Don Martin: Premier Jason Kenney deserved a better death

There's a lesson for Canada's political leaders in the short life and quick death of Jason Kenney as premier of Alberta, writes Don Martin in an exclusive opinion column for CTVNews.ca.

Prince Charles and Camilla wrap up Canada visit in Northwest Territories

Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, have started their journey to Canada's North, where they are scheduled to speak with First Nations chiefs as the final day of the royal visit focuses on Indigenous issues and climate change.

Atlantic

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NEW | Expert says N.B. police officer who fatally shot Chantel Moore was right to use lethal force

An expert in Canadian policing says the New Brunswick officer who killed a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check two years ago was following police training.
N.S. reports 24 new deaths related to COVID-19; drop in new cases, hospitalizations

Health officials in Nova Scotia are reporting an increase in new deaths in the province's weekly COVID-19 update.
Masks no longer required in Nova Scotia public schools next week

Starting next week, students and staff will no longer be required to wear masks in Nova Scotia public schools.

Toronto

One person arrested after Lamborghini stolen during Toronto home invasion

One person has been arrested and at least one other suspect remains outstanding after a luxury SUV was stolen during a home invasion in Toronto.
Three carjackings committed in the span of two hours in Toronto are linked, police say

Police say that investigators now believe that three armed carjackings committed in the span of two hours on Wednesday night are linked.
Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. Here's the best time to fill up

Drivers are set to get some major relief at the pumps ahead of the long weekend with gas prices expected to take a huge drop in Ontario.

Montreal

Montreal has 17 suspected monkeypox cases; officials say it's 'not highly contagious' or severe

Montreal Public Health said they're asking health workers to be alert for monkeypox cases but said the illness is also not extremely contagious and is the milder of two strains. There are 17 suspected cases in the Montreal area.
Cheap tuition, with a catch: Quebec lures foreign students to rural areas with price cut

The urgent need for labour in all regions of Quebec is prompting the province to turn more to foreign students in order to fill the thousands of vacant positions. But they must study in French, in the regions, and in a program related to the highest-need industries. Canadian students will also be eligible.
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.

Northern Ontario

Two of four Ontario party leaders sick with COVID-19

As Ontario's election date approaches, two of the province’s four main political party leaders have tested positive for COVID-19.
Province offering $50K reward in northern Ontario cold case

There is a renewed appeal in the investigation involving a northern Ontario teen murdered in her home more than three decades ago.
Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. Here's the best time to fill up

Drivers are set to get some major relief at the pumps ahead of the long weekend with gas prices expected to take a huge drop in Ontario.

London

Western U removes LGBTQ social media post after backlash

Western university has removed an image posted online after backlash that generated some controversy.
Pre-trial motions underway for man accused of killing Muslim family in London, Ont.

Pre-trial motions got underway Thursday for the man accused in the deaths of a London Muslim family.
More hate-related property damage in London, Ont.

Just one day after hate symbols were spray painted on a north London, Ont. playground, police are investigating more graffiti-style property damage.

Winnipeg

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NEW | Man charged in Edison Avenue homicide in Winnipeg; police investigating possibility of more victims

The Winnipeg Police Service has changed a 35-year-old man with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a woman whose remains were found near an apartment building in North Kildonan, and police are investigating the possibility of more victims.
Teen arrested in death of 31-year-old man; also charged in February assault

Winnipeg police have arrested a 17-year-old male in connection to the death of a 31-year-old man who was found injured near Slaw Rebchuk Bridge before he died in hospital.
Court rules Manitoba's move on federal child welfare allowance violated charter

The Manitoba government violated the rights of Indigenous children in care by clawing back hundreds of millions of dollars in federal payments, a Court of Queen's Bench justice has ruled.

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.
'It keeps me alive': Guelph, Ont. senior earns black belt in jiu-jitsu

Jim Stevenson, 66, has been promoted to black belt in jiu-jitsu, making him the oldest person in his dojo to receive the belt.
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.

Calgary

Jason Kenney has quit as UCP leader. What happens to the party and government now?

With Jason Kenney having stepped down as leader of Alberta's United Conservative Party, who is now leader of the province?
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.
Suspect sought in assault on service dog and owner in northeast Calgary

Calgary police need the public's help to identify a man who they say attacked a service dog and his owner earlier this year.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon check-stop blitz sees 16 drivers nabbed for impaired driving

Sixteen drivers were taken off the road for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Saskatoon on Wednesday night, Saskatoon police say.
Ryan Meili stepping down as MLA of Saskatoon Meewasin

NDP Leader Ryan Meili announced he is resigning from his position as MLA of Saskatoon-Meewasin.
Prince Albert man charged after altercation results in serious injuries, police say

Prince Albert police have charged a 22-year-old man with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon following an incident involving a vehicle and pedestrian Wednesday afternoon.

Edmonton

Jason Kenney has quit as UCP leader. What happens to the party and government now?

With Jason Kenney having stepped down as leader of Alberta's United Conservative Party, who is now leader of the province?
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.
Woman stabbed at downtown Edmonton LRT station

A woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries Wednesday night after she was stabbed at Bay/Enterprise Square Station in Edmonton.

Vancouver

BREAKING
BREAKING | Former legislative clerk found guilty of fraud, breach of trust in B.C. spending scandal

The former clerk of the British Columbia legislature has been found guilty of fraud and breach of trust in connection to allegations of improper spending made against him.
Vancouver mayor speaks out against soccer friendly between Canada, Iran

Vancouver's mayor spoke out against an upcoming soccer game between Canada and Iran Wednesday, the day after the prime minister also condemned the match.
Mountie seriously injured after crash into Burnaby building

An RCMP officer was taken to hospital with serious injuries Wednesday after an unmarked police SUV collided with another vehicle and crashed into a building.

Regina

Ryan Meili stepping down as MLA of Saskatoon Meewasin

NDP Leader Ryan Meili announced he is resigning from his position as MLA of Saskatoon-Meewasin.
SGI begins mailing out rebate cheques

Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) has begun mailing out rebate cheques to customers across the province.
Riders, Blue Bombers to play first pre-season game May 31 following CFL deal

The Saskatchewan Roughriders will play their first pre-season contest of the CFL season on May 31, at Mosaic Stadium according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.

What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Jan. 21-23

Ottawa Top Stories

CTVNews.ca Top Stories

NEW | Man charged in Edison Avenue homicide in Winnipeg; police investigating possibility of more victims

BREAKING | Former legislative clerk found guilty of fraud, breach of trust in B.C. spending scandal

OPINION | Don Martin: Premier Jason Kenney deserved a better death

Atlantic

NEW | Expert says N.B. police officer who fatally shot Chantel Moore was right to use lethal force

Toronto

Montreal

Northern Ontario

London

Winnipeg

NEW | Man charged in Edison Avenue homicide in Winnipeg; police investigating possibility of more victims

Kitchener

Calgary

Saskatoon

Edmonton

Vancouver

BREAKING | Former legislative clerk found guilty of fraud, breach of trust in B.C. spending scandal

Regina