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Child labour remains an increasing source of Canada’s everyday products: NGO

Many Canadians remain unaware of the involvement of forced child labour in the products they buy, according to non-profit agency World Vision Canada.

In this Thursday, June 2, 2016 photo, Ali, 10, a Syrian refugee child from Aleppo, who cannot hear and speak, works at a clothing workshop in Gaziantep, southeastern Turkey. According to the United Nation’s Children’s Fund, or UNICEF, more than half of Turkey’s 2.7 million Syrian refugees are children. (AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis)

Protesters at U.S. Supreme Court decry abortion ruling overturning Roe v. Wade

Hundreds of protesters descended on the U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday to denounce the justice's decision to overturn the half-century-old Roe v. Wade precedent that recognized women's constitutional right to abortion.

Commonwealth falls short of condemning Russia as Trudeau prepares for G7

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau headed to the G7 summit in Germany on Saturday without a consensus from the Commonwealth to condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine, but with a chorus of countries calling for help to overcome the fallout of the war.

WHO panel: Monkeypox not a global emergency 'at this stage'

The World Health Organization said the escalating monkeypox outbreak in nearly 50 countries should be closely monitored but does not warrant being declared a global health emergency.

Tear gas used to disperse protesters outside Arizona Capitol building, officials say

After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion, protesters and supporters of the ruling gathered at the high court's building in Washington, D.C., and in other cities nationwide.

Conservative MPs free to attend 'freedom' protests this summer: Bergen

With the nation's capital bracing for anticipated anti-mandate 'freedom' movement protests during Canada Day weekend, interim Conservative Leader Candice Bergen says her MPs are free to attend.

With war, Kyiv pride parade becomes a peace march in Warsaw

Ukraine's largest LGBTQ rights event, KyivPride, is going ahead on Saturday. But not on its native streets and not as a celebration.

Biden signs landmark gun measure, says 'lives will be saved'

U.S. President Joe Biden on Saturday signed the most sweeping gun violence bill in decades, a bipartisan compromise that seemed unimaginable until a recent series of mass shootings, including the massacre of 19 students and two teachers at a Texas elementary school.

Norway shaken by attack that kills 2 during Pride festival

A gunman opened fire in Oslo's nightlife district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving more than 20 wounded in what the Norwegian security service called an 'Islamist terror act' during the capital's annual LGBTQ Pride festival.

Atlantic

Missing N.S. teen found safe, Amber Alert cancelled

An Amber Alert issued by Cape Breton Regional Police on Friday has been cancelled, as the missing youth has been located safe early Saturday morning says police.
'Reviewed for Privilege': Federal government explains N.S. superintendent’s missing notes

The inquiry into Nova Scotia’s 2020 mass shooting, says four pages of handwritten notes that sparked a political firestorm in Ottawa this week, weren’t immediately submitted when subpoenaed by its investigators.
'It’s in shambles': RCMP 'architects of own demise,' says criminologist after complaints in N.B. and N.S.

After a week of criticism and anger at the Mass Casualty Commission in Nova Scotia, and outcry in a rural area of New Brunswick, there are questions about the RCMP’s role in community policing.

Toronto

Office workers are returning to Toronto but foot traffic on Mondays and Fridays hasn’t bounced back. Will it ever?

More people are commuting to offices downtown than at any point since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic but the recovery hasn’t been equal across the board, with both GO Transit and the TTC reporting fluctuations in ridership as many workers choose to work from home at the beginning and end of each week.
'I will always honour her': Husband files lawsuit in Ontario animal activist's death

Every Monday, Mark Powell drives to the Burlington, Ont., pork plant where his wife died to give water to pigs on their way to slaughter.
Women have a higher chance of developing long COVID than men, study finds

New research has found that women are 'significantly' more likely than men to suffer from long COVID syndrome, in addition to developing different symptoms of the disease.

Montreal

'Very scary situation': Fewer ambulances in Montreal this weekend due to staff shortage

Paramedics in Greater Montreal are stretched particularly thin this weekend, with nearly half the territory's ambulances parked due to a staffing shortage.
Suspect's vehicle found after woman killed by hit-and-run driver

Police on Montreal's South Shore has located the suspect vehicle they say was involved in a hit-and-run that left a woman dead.
Anger, political pushback in Quebec after Legault says cultures are 'not on the same level'

Those who know the debate most intimately said there's little nuance to be found in Quebec Premier Legault's arguments about Quebec's immigration model. 'Every time it's as painful as it is the first time,' said a spokesperson for a Sikh group.

Northern Ontario

Northerners help to contain wildfire near Killarney

A group of friends doing work on a camp in MacGregor Bay helped contain what could have been a devastating fire in Killarney Provincial Park.
Community Strong Festival underway in the Sault

A series of marathons are being held this weekend in Sault Ste. Marie as part of the Community Strong Festival.
Protesters at U.S. Supreme Court decry abortion ruling overturning Roe v. Wade

Hundreds of protesters descended on the U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday to denounce the justice's decision to overturn the half-century-old Roe v. Wade precedent that recognized women's constitutional right to abortion.

London

Motorcyclist suffers 'undetermined' injuries following crash

A motorcyclist was airlifted to the hospital with unknown injuries Saturday morning following a crash in Bayham, Ont.
Police continue to investigate fatal collision involving pedestrian on Walpole Island

The identity of a pedestrian who died after being struck by a vehicle on Walpole Island has been released by police.
Person found deceased inside home after house fire, police investigating

The Chatham-Kent police Major Crime Unit is working alongside the Ontario Fire Marshall’s Office to determine the cause of a house fire after a body was found inside the home.

Winnipeg

City receives over 100 calls related to significant rainfall Friday evening

Winnipeg was once again pummelled by rain on Friday and the city came close to setting a rainfall record.
Charleswood home suffers extensive damage after fire, one pet dies from injuries

No one was injured but one pet died after an early morning fire Saturday.
'It just made my heart warm': Winnipeg bus driver's act of kindness captured on video

An act of kindness from a Winnipeg bus driver is being shared by a passenger who says it warmed his heart to witness.

Kitchener

Townhouse fire leaves three Kitchener families displaced

A fire at a townhouse complex in Kitchener Friday night has resulted in extensive damage.
'Too big an issue not to talk about': Waterloo Region reacts to overturning of Roe v. Wade

Many in Waterloo Region are reacting to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade and what it could mean for Canada.
Critically injured pedestrian found on side of Norfolk County road, airlifted to hospital

Norfolk County OPP are investigating after they say a pedestrian was found on the side of a road and had to be airlifted to hospital.

Calgary

Ukrainian-Calgarians march for defenders of Mariupol

Nearly 100 Ukrainian members of Calgary’s community marched in protest calling for the release of Azovstal Iron and steel workers, defending Mariupol from Russian attacks.
Here's where UCP leadership candidates stand on abortion and access to it

After the U.S. Supreme Court stripped away constitutional protections for abortion Friday by overturning Roe v. Wade, NDP Leader Rachel Notley demanded that everyone running to become the next leader of the UCP clarify their stance on the issue.
Town hall meeting looks to address northeast Calgary crime

One city councillor hosted a town hall meeting Saturday with social agencies and police to address rising crime rates in northeast Calgary.

Saskatoon

'Come together and rebuild': Saskatoon man plans fundraiser for church destroyed in suspicious fire

A Saskatoon man whose family helped to build the Waterhen Lake Church is planning to help rebuild the church.
Sask. RCMP investigate two-vehicle collision

Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating after a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Highway 35 and Highway 5 in Wadena.
Flying high: U of S students successfully launch high altitude balloon into near space

A group of students from the University of Saskatchewan were given three weeks to plan and conduct the launch of a high altitude balloon into near space.

Edmonton

'He's amazing': Garth Brooks fans brush off delays, long lines to enjoy the party

Fans leaving the Garth Brooks concert at Commonwealth Stadium Friday night were happy and smiling, despite some logistical issues that delayed the show and frustrated some.
'I just want to give back': Alphonso Davies unveils new burger for Stollery fundraiser

International soccer star Alphonso Davies greeted hundreds of fans in his hometown of Edmonton Saturday while promoting a new fundraiser for the Stollery Children's Hospital.
Here's where UCP leadership candidates stand on abortion and access to it

After the U.S. Supreme Court stripped away constitutional protections for abortion Friday by overturning Roe v. Wade, NDP Leader Rachel Notley demanded that everyone running to become the next leader of the UCP clarify their stance on the issue.

Vancouver

Family of officer who died by suicide suing Vancouver Police Department, former sergeants

The family of a Vancouver police officer who died by suicide is suing the department, alleging she endured sexual assault and exploitation enabled by an "unsafe workplace culture and insufficient policies and procedures," court documents show.
Landlord for Whistler, Surrey brewpubs may face corporate shakeup after court ruling

A dispute between shareholders of a B.C. numbered company that serves as a landlord for two well-known brewpubs has ended up in court.
Vancouver police video adds to timeline of missing Indigenous woman Tatyanna Harrison

The mother of missing Indigenous woman Tatyanna Harrison has collaborated with the Vancouver Police Department to release a new video documenting her daughter's disappearance.

Regina

Sask. NDP electing new leader on Sunday

The Saskatchewan NDP will elect its next leader at a convention on Sunday.
Sask. RCMP investigate two-vehicle collision

Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating after a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Highway 35 and Highway 5 in Wadena.
'A powerful, photogenic storm': More than 20 tornado warnings issued during stormy Saskatchewan night

Saskatchewan's skies lived up to its moniker Thursday night, creating some picturesque storm clouds.