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Engaged couple shot dead fleeing landlord after house dispute near Hamilton, Ont., police say

A 'truly innocent' engaged couple was shot dead while attempting to flee their attacker outside their home after a landlord-tenant dispute escalated on Saturday night, according to police.

Hamilton police on scene after a landlord-tenant dispute left three dead in a residence in Stoney Creek. (Simon Sheehan/CP24)

Farmers in Atlantic Canada battling 'abnormally dry' conditions, fearing continued drought

Farmers in Atlantic Canada are growing increasingly worried about drought, as many regions on the east coast have been classified as drier than usual for this time of year, with little rain in the forecast.

Venice authorities investigate after canal turns fluorescent green

Venetian authorities are investigating after a patch of fluorescent green water appeared in the famed Grand Canal on Sunday morning.

Turkiye's Erdogan wins 5th term as president, extending rule into 3rd decade

Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan won reelection Sunday, extending his increasingly authoritarian rule into a third decade in a country reeling from high inflation and the aftermath of an earthquake that levelled entire cities.

Economy, health care, trust: Alberta election campaign hits final day before vote

Both Smith and Notley agree the vote will be one of the most consequential in decades, featuring two leaders in their 50s who have been both premier and Opposition leader.

Fight still ahead for Texas' Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions

The historic impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was just the first round of a Republican brawl over whether to banish one of their own in America's biggest red state after years of criminal accusations.

Blais scores twice, Canada beats Germany 5-2 to win gold at men's hockey worlds

Samuel Blais scored two goals to rally Canada to a 5-2 victory over Germany in the final of the ice hockey world championship on Sunday.

Jan. 6 rioters are raking in thousands in donations. Now the U.S. is coming after their haul

Less than two months after he pleaded guilty to storming the U.S. Capitol, Texas resident Daniel Goodwyn appeared on Tucker Carlson's then-Fox News show and promoted a website where supporters could donate money to Goodwyn and other rioters whom the site called 'political prisoners.'

3-year-old boy dies after drowning in backyard pool west of Toronto

Police are investigating the death of a three-year-old boy who was pulled from a backyard pool in Oakville on Saturday.

Atlantic

'Basically, all hell is breaking loose': State of emergency issued in Halifax as wildfire continues

Halifax Regional Municipality Mayor Mike Savage declared a local state of emergency late Sunday evening as fire crews continue to battle a fire in Upper Tantallon.
Tracking forest fires across Nova Scotia

The number of wildfires in Nova Scotia so far this season is up 150 per cent compared to the same time period in 2022.
Air quality alerts issued in Nova Scotia as wildfires burn

Environment Canada has issued air quality alerts for Shelburne County and western Halifax County due to the presence of wildfire smokes.

Toronto

Engaged couple shot dead fleeing landlord after house dispute near Hamilton, Ont., police say

A 'truly innocent' engaged couple was shot dead while attempting to flee their attacker outside their home after a landlord-tenant dispute escalated on Saturday night, according to police.
3-year-old boy dies after drowning in backyard pool west of Toronto

Police are investigating the death of a three-year-old boy who was pulled from a backyard pool in Oakville on Saturday.
Motorcyclist dead after collision in Scarborough

A man is dead after a collision between a motorcycle and another vehicle in Scarborough.

Montreal

Laval crosswalk ignored by motorists 'like it's not even there,' local family says

A Laval, Que. family says a crosswalk in front of their house is an accident waiting to happen. They say too many cars don't stop, leading them to worry each time their child has to cross the street. "It's as if it's not even there," said resident Chris Horell, who lives near to the intersection of Saint-Martin Blvd W and Dutrisac St.
Two dead, three injured after head-on collision in Quebec's Eastern Townships

Two women are dead and three people, including children, are injured after a head-on vehicle crash in Quebec's Eastern Townships on Saturday night. The collision occurred at about 11:45 p.m. near Farnham, about 60 kilometres southeast of Montreal.
Open fires banned near forests in several parts of Quebec

With hot weather forecasted across Quebec this week, the province's forest fire agency is advising the public not to light outdoor fires until at least Thursday.

Northern Ontario

'Sudbury Rocks' rocks the downtown core once more

After a brief hiatus and a few years of virtual runs due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Sudbury Rocks: Race/Run/Walk Marathon returned Sunday to the downtown core with more than 1,200 people taking part and raising at least 50,000 for the Northern Cancer Foundation.
Officials report seven active forest fires in the northeast region

There are six new forest fires confirmed in the northeast region, Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fires and Emergency Services reported Saturday evening, bringing the active number of fires in the region to seven.
Engaged couple shot dead fleeing landlord after house dispute near Hamilton, Ont., police say

A 'truly innocent' engaged couple was shot dead while attempting to flee their attacker outside their home after a landlord-tenant dispute escalated on Saturday night, according to police.

London

Pride door vandalised at St. Aidan’s Anglican Church

Officials with St. Aidan’s Anglican Church are disappointed in a recent act of vandalism that seemingly targets the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Ontario Health Coalition referendum wraps up, votes being counted

The Ontario Health Coalition started a referendum in April, asking people to choose whether they want public hospital services privatized to for-profit hospitals and clinics.
A baseball clinic raised money for Woodstock minor baseball while teaching young players the 'Blue Jay Way'

On Sunday, the Blue Jays Academy sponsored a four-hour instructional clinic that drew close to 170 kids, who ranged in age from eight to twelve

Winnipeg

'We couldn't do anything': The search continues for 12-year-old boy presumed drowned in Whiteshell Provincial Park

The search for a 12-year-old Winnipeg boy presumed drowned continued Sunday in Whiteshell Provincial Park, one day after he fell into the water.
'We are not filling a dumpster in 24 hours': The illegal dumping problem in Point Douglas

Residents in Point Douglas say their area has become a dumping ground for the rest of the city's unwanted garbage, and want more done to get rid of the piles of trash accumulating in the central-Winnipeg neighbourhood.
Woman dead after rollover in Sandy Hook

A 23-year-old Winnipeg woman is dead after a highway rollover the community of Sandy Hook Sunday.

Kitchener

'Momma', are they going to kill us?’: Guelph, Ont. mother recounts family's escape from Sudan conflict

Rania Mukhtar is still processing her recent trip to Sudan, which was interrupted by the outbreak of military conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
Most-read stories of the week: Ager Hasan found guilty, Cambridge woman climbs Everest, fireworks arrest

Ager Hasan being found guilty of second-degree murder, a Cambridge woman climbing Mount Everest, and free tuition for some First Nations students round out the most-read stories of the week.
Engaged couple shot dead fleeing landlord after house dispute near Hamilton, Ont., police say

A 'truly innocent' engaged couple was shot dead while attempting to flee their attacker outside their home after a landlord-tenant dispute escalated on Saturday night, according to police.

Calgary

UCP and NDP make final push day before Alberta election

UCP and NDP make final push day before Alberta election.
Economy, health care, trust: Alberta election campaign hits final day before vote

Both Smith and Notley agree the vote will be one of the most consequential in decades, featuring two leaders in their 50s who have been both premier and Opposition leader.
Thousands of runners lace up for 59th annual Calgary Marathon

Thousands of runners laced up their shoes and toed the line for the 59th annual Calgary Marathon Calgary Marathon on Sunday, including a 92-year-old rookie, a pair of world record setting runners handcuffed to each other, and a Ukrainian runner who paid tribute to her homeland.

Saskatoon

'A feeling of awe': Jurassic Quest puts you face-to-face with life-sized dinosaurs

Life-sized giants from over 65 million years ago were on display this weekend at Prairieland Park, entertaining families with interactive exhibits, play areas and animatronic dinosaurs.
80 workers face layoffs as Olymel closes pig farms in Alberta and Saskatchewan

About 80 workers at Olymel pig farms in Alberta and Saskatchewan are facing layoffs, as the company moves to cull six production facilities in the next few months.
Embattled Saskatoon Lighthouse offered break on property taxes — for now

On Wednesday, Saskatoon city councillors will decide whether to extend the property tax abatement for the Lighthouse Supported Living Inc.

Edmonton

NDP leader Rachel Notley hits two last campaign stops on the way home for election day

After spending some time in Calgary over the weekend, NDP leader Rachel Notley wrapped up her campaign today with two rallies on the way home to Edmonton ahead of election day.
Fire activity picks up Sunday with return of hot, dry conditions

Fire activity in Alberta picked up overnight Saturday, with Alberta Wildfire counting 57 wildfires Sunday afternoon, including 17 which were classified as out of control.
'She loved so generously': Family remember Lauren Jarvis with walk to raise money for people impacted by homicide

Friends, family and supporters met at the bottom of Walterdale Hill for a walk honouring Lauren Jarvis and to raise money for the Victims of Homicide Support Society.

Vancouver

‘It’s nowhere that I’m happy to call home’: City survey finds private SROs unaffordable

A survey by Vancouver city staff has concluded that SROs, or single room occupancy buildings — often deemed a last resort for housing — are becoming increasingly unaffordable for those on income assistance.
West Vancouver council voting on naming new fitness park after drowning victim

On Monday, West Vancouver mayor and council will vote on a motion to name a new fitness park after Keen Lau, who drowned while trying to save Labrador Loki from Cypress Creek. And they will hear from Loki’s dog walker Sandra Smith, who is advocating for changes to the creek.
Notorious gangster killed in targeted shooting, unknown victim stabbed to death

Two homicides this weekend drew heavy police presence to South Vancouver’s Sunset neighbourhood and the West End’s Davie Village.

Regina

Thunderstorm showers lead to issues for Regina motorists and businesses alike

A ferocious thunderstorm that pelted Regina with heavy rain, hail and a tornado led to traffic hold ups and business closures across the city.
'It was shocking': Car fire in downtown Strasbourg causes surprise for residents

Residents in Strasbourg were in for an odd and dangerous surprise over the weekend, as a vehicle burst into flames on the town's main street.
Sikh motorcyclists offered helmet exemptions for special events in Sask.: province

The seventh annual Nagar Kirtan celebrations in Regina marked the first time that Sikh motorcyclists have been able to ride in Saskatchewan with turbans instead of helmets.