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Poilievre joins soldier protesting COVID-19 mandates in march through Ottawa ahead of Canada Day

Canadian Forces veteran James Topp was joined by Conservative Party leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre on his march through Ottawa today, as part of the final leg of his cross-country march to protest COVID-19 vaccine requirements.

Conservative Party leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre marches with Canadian veteran James Topp as the Canada Marches "March to Freedom" arrives in Ottawa. (Jeremie Charron/CTV News Ottawa)

Omicron cousin BA.5 predicted to cause nearly 70 per cent of COVID-19 cases by Canada Day

Researchers examining the threat of emerging COVID-19 strains predict Omicron BA.5 will account for nearly 70 per cent of cases in much of the country by Canada Day.

Supreme Court says expanded rape shield laws are constitutional

The Supreme Court of Canada says the expanded rules to further prevent a sexual assault complainant's past from being used against them in a trial are 'constitutional in their entirety.'

Stocks are down, but here's why experts say you shouldn't panic

As stocks continue to slump, it can be easy to let your emotions take over if you've got money invested in the market. But experts agree that there's no need to panic if you're invested in the right type of portfolio with the right level of risk.

Snowbirds cancel Canada Day fly-over in Ottawa

The traditional Canada Day fly-past over Ottawa by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds has been cancelled, following a problem with the aircraft's emergency ejection parachute that grounded the fleet.

Quebec group goes to court over Governor General's lack of French

A group of Quebecers is going to court to argue that Mary Simon's appointment as governor general should be invalidated because she isn't fluent in French.

My landlord is increasing my rent – what should I do?

With increasing rent prices likely to be the reality for many Canadian tenants, some may be wondering how to navigate rising costs, or whether any course of action can be taken, if any. Legal experts across the country share their advice on how to handle a rent hike.

No movement at Kitchener encampment on eviction day

The eviction deadline for people living at an encampment at Victoria and Weber Streets in Kitchener has come and gone, but residents of the property say they’re not moving.
SIU clears Brantford officer who shot man with anti-riot weapon

A Brantford police officer who shot an Anti-riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 53-year-old man earlier this year will not face charges.
GRCA urges residents to cut water usage by 10 per cent

Dry weather is prompting the Grand River Conservation Authority to ask the region to be water conscious – including a voluntary 10 per cent reduction in water usage.

Windsor

Fatal house fire in Chatham, Ont. under investigation
10 'grandparent scam' incidents under investigation in Essex County: OPP

Essex County OPP are warning residents as they investigate 10 reported incidents of a “grandparent scam” in the region.
Driver seriously hurt as hydrovac truck tips over in Chatham-Kent

Chatham-Kent police say a driver sustained serious injuries after a crash in Howard Township.

Barrie

Barrie woman approached by man posing as cop thankful she followed her instincts

A Barrie woman who encountered a man posing as a cop at an accident scene is grateful she followed her instincts and refused to get into his car when he offered.
Parry Sound man charged with attempted murder

A Parry Sound man has been charged following a violent assault this week.
Armed men steal pizza delivery car in Gravenhurst: OPP

Police are investigating an armed robbery after two suspects allegedly jumped into a pizza delivery car and took off in Muskoka.

Northern Ontario

Ford says wage increase for Ontario public school teachers will be 'more than 1 per cent'

Public-sector teachers in Ontario will see their wages increase by more than one per cent as legislation aimed at capping compensation for those workers is set to expire later this year.
Parry Sound suspect charged with attempted murder

A 28-year-old suspect in Parry Sound has been charged with attempted murder for an incident June 27.
Ontario gas prices about to take huge drop and this is the best time to fill up

Ontario gas prices are about to take a huge drop and one expert says it will be 'well worth waiting' if drivers can hold off on filling up.

Ottawa

Poilievre joins soldier protesting COVID-19 mandates in march through Ottawa ahead of Canada Day

Canadian Forces veteran James Topp was joined by Conservative Party leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre on his march through Ottawa today, as part of the final leg of his cross-country march to protest COVID-19 vaccine requirements.
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WATCH LIVE | Downtown Ottawa will be a 'safe environment' on Canada Day, police chief promises

Police officers in cruisers, on foot patrol and on bicycles are patrolling the Parliamentary Precinct, the ByWard Market and the so-called "motor vehicle control zone", as the city prepares for Canada's 155th birthday celebrations and possible protests.
Snowbirds cancel Canada Day fly-over in Ottawa

The traditional Canada Day fly-past over Ottawa by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds has been cancelled, following a problem with the aircraft's emergency ejection parachute that grounded the fleet.

Toronto

Ontario legislature will sit starting Aug. 8 to pass budget, Ford says

Ontario legislators will return to provincial parliament on Aug. 8.
Ontario's modified G road test to remain in place: ministry

There's good news for drivers in Ontario who hate parallel parking and don’t currently have G class licence.
Ontario gas prices about to take huge drop and this is the best time to fill up

Ontario gas prices are about to take a huge drop and one expert says it will be 'well worth waiting' if drivers can hold off on filling up.

Montreal

Montreal airport to 'likely' cancel flights, destinations amid summertime staffing shortage

Travellers flying out of the Montreal airport might be in for a shock this summer as airlines will likely need to cancel some flights — or destinations altogether.
Two people reported dead following Longueuil fire

Two people have been reported dead and one person is in critical condition after a fire broke out in a home in Longueuil, on Montreal's South Shore.
Quebec group goes to court over Governor General's lack of French

A group of Quebecers is going to court to argue that Mary Simon's appointment as governor general should be invalidated because she isn't fluent in French.

Atlantic

Spouse of gunman to testify at N.S. shooting hearings but won't be cross-examined

The spouse of the gunman in the Nova Scotia mass shooting will testify mid-July before a public inquiry, but she won't face direct questions from lawyers representing victims' families.
Overdose prevention site opens in Cape Breton

A new overdose prevention site (OPS) opened this week in Sydney, providing people a safe space to use drugs and prevent opioid overdose deaths.
'It’s a waste of time': Low turnout for the final day of school in Nova Scotia

As Claire Mahaney-Lion dropped her son off at school this morning, she questioned the reasons behind scheduling a school day that would last fewer than two hours.

Winnipeg

AMC working to remove Arlen Dumas after probe found his conduct amounted to 'workplace sexual harassment'

The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is working to remove Arlen Dumas as Grand Chief of the organization.
COVID-19 cases down in Manitoba, 18 deaths reported

The number of COVID-19 cases reported in Manitoba has dropped, though the province identified 18 more COVID-19 deaths.
Storm brought baseball-sized hail, 90 km wind gusts to parts of Manitoba: ECCC

A storm that initially sparked tornado warnings across western Manitoba pelted parts of the province with large hail and strong winds Wednesday night.

Calgary

WestJet taking steps to cope with 'unpredecented challenge'

Calgary-based WestJet says it is taking a 'very measured' strategy in order to maintain services this summer, which includes a lighter summer travel schedule that the company introduced earlier this year.
Feds commit $10M to Calgary Stampede recovery

The federal government is giving more than $12 million to help southern Alberta's tourism industry, with the lion's share going to the Calgary Stampede.
Calgary arson suspect captured by convenience store camera

Surveillance video of the suspect in two deliberately set fires in a northwest Calgary neighbourhood has been released as police search for the firebug.

Edmonton

Residents asked to look for weapon used in fatal stabbing

Police are asking the public to help them find a weapon used in a homicide earlier this year.
Mom and child escape fire at SW Edmonton home

A mother and her child were not injured after a fire broke out in a southeast Edmonton home on Thursday.
'Horrifying': Man charged in complex investigation involving dozens of Edmonton arsons

A man is facing multiple charges in connection with a rash of arsons in the Alberta Avenue area, and police are calling him a key suspect in a complex investigation.

Vancouver

Details of decapitation case, including adopted persona, body in suitcase, rehashed in B.C. court

A man convicted of the gruesome murder of his roommate more than a decade ago was back in a British Columbia court recently, trying to argue he is not criminally responsible for the death.
Horseshoe Bay ferry lineup nears Hwy. 99 on hectic day of sailing cancellations

Many ferry passengers faced massive lineups and hours-long delays heading into the Canada Day long weekend after mechanical problems forced the Queen of Alberni out of service.
Supreme Court will not hear appeal by convicted B.C. sex trafficker Reza Moazami

The Supreme Court will not hear an appeal from a British Columbia man convicted of trafficking 11 female victims, including underage girls, for sex.