Nanaimo singer Lauren Spencer-Smith earns pair of Juno Awards nods

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Officials: 2 dead, 5 missing in chocolate factory explosion

An explosion at a chocolate factory in Pennsylvania on Friday killed two people and left five people missing, authorities said. One person was pulled from the rubble overnight.

In this screen grab from video provided by WPVI-TV/6ABC, smoke rises from an explosion at the R.M. Palmer Co. plant in West Reading, Pa., March 24, 2023. (WPVI-TV/6ABC via AP)

Canadians view own country more favourably than Americans do the U.S.: survey

A recent study by the Angus Reid Institute found Canadians view their country more positively than Americans do, but only a slight majority of people in Canada believe their system of government is good.

Russia 'largely stalled' in Bakhmut, shifting focus, U.K. says

The top commander of Ukraine's military said Saturday that his forces were pushing back against Russian troops in the long and grinding battle for the town of Bakhmut, and British military intelligence says Russia appears to be moving to a defensive strategy in eastern Ukraine.

Should wealthy drivers pay higher fines for speeding? Many B.C. residents think so

Most British Columbians would support a system of "progressive punishment" that forces wealthier drivers to pay stiffer penalties when they're caught speeding, according to a new survey.
'Fentanyl, it’s destroying everybody': Homeless crisis grows in Chilliwack

On the streets of Chilliwack, there are more homeless people than ever before, and some of them are barely teenagers.
Demand grows to ban octopus farms in Canada

Over 11,000 people have signed a petition demanding the Canadian government ban octopus farms from opening in the country.

Edmonton

'Everything is interwoven': Trudeau and Biden vow continued Canada-U.S. collaboration during historic visit

U.S President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have announced updates on a number of cross-border issues, after a day of meetings on Parliament Hill.
Asylum seeker deal between U.S. and Canada won't stop drama at border, advocates say

The new asylum seeker agreement between Canada and the United States will not deter migrants from trying to cross into Canada outside official ports of entry, Quebec immigration advocacy groups say.
Scientists say they've solved the mystery of cigar-shaped comet 'Oumuamua

Scientists now say they know outerspace object ‘Oumuamua is, and the answer is more simple than some previous theories have suggested.

Toronto

Ontario to end program providing health care to uninsured residents

The Ontario government will be ending a program that provides health-care services to uninsured people at the end of the month, something doctors say is extremely concerning for marginalized communities.
Ontario woman kicks off 'long shot' search for wedding dress after dad mistakenly donates it

A woman in southern Ontario is making a plea to the public and kicking off a "long shot" search for her wedding dress after her father accidentally donated it earlier this year.
Ontario crypto king kidnapped, tortured in an attempt to get millions in ransom, documents say

Ontario’s self-described crypto king was allegedly abducted, tortured, and beaten for days as his kidnappers looked to solicit millions in ransom, his father told a court in December.

Calgary

500 youth hockey players stick it to kid's cancer in weekend tournament

About 500 young hockey players are playing their hearts out this weekend, while showing that their hearts are in the right place as well.
2 UCP ministers, Travis Toews and Sonya Savage, not seeking reelection

Grande Prairie-Wapiti MLA Travis Toews and Calgary-North West MLA Sonya Savage announced Friday they will not be seeking reelection in May.
Officials: 2 dead, 5 missing in chocolate factory explosion

An explosion at a chocolate factory in Pennsylvania on Friday killed two people and left five people missing, authorities said. One person was pulled from the rubble overnight.

Montreal

Asylum seeker deal between U.S. and Canada won't stop drama at border, advocates say

The new asylum seeker agreement between Canada and the United States will not deter migrants from trying to cross into Canada outside official ports of entry, Quebec immigration advocacy groups say.
Questions raised about safety of Old Montreal building destroyed by fatal fire

Police and firefighters have said it's too soon to say what caused the fire. But witnesses have raised questions about safety, including whether smoke detectors were working and whether there were proper emergency exits.
Montreal artist won't change puppet that community groups say looks like blackface

A theatre performance for children featuring a puppet that has been described as racist is continuing in the Montreal area. Several Black community organizations have criticized the puppet as being reminiscent of blackface minstrel shows — racist performances during which white people portrayed exaggerated stereotypes of Black people for laughs. But the show's creator — Franck Sylvestre, who is Black — has no plans to change the puppet, which he said is a caricature of his own features.

Atlantic

More spring snow to hit the Maritimes Sunday

While one round of snow and rain has passed, another is lined up for the end of the weekend.
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EXCLUSIVE | Students hailed for aiding stabbed staff member; school principal and parents thank community

Two students are being recognized for their quick actions, and school administration and parents are thanking the community, after a difficult week at Charles P. Allen High School in Bedford, N.S.
U.S. President Joe Biden given Maritime-made Peace by Chocolate bar during visit to Ottawa

U.S. President Joe Biden was given a Maritime-made sweet treat during his visit to Ottawa on Friday.

Winnipeg

'If it ain't broke, don't fix it': Proposed liquor in grocery stores pilot brings mixed reactions

There are mixed feelings in Manitoba about a proposed plan to expand liquor sales and put beer, wine and hard alcohol on the shelves of retailers like grocery stores.
The downtown exhibit showing Winnipeg’s response to two pandemics

A new interactive exhibit in Winnipeg’s Exchange District is exploring how our community responded to two global pandemics a century apart.
Canada finishes with 7-5 round-robin record, makes playoff cut at women's worlds

SANDVIKEN, Sweden -- Canada's Kerri Einarson closed her round-robin schedule with an 11-5 loss to Denmark's Madeleine Dupont on Friday but still managed to secure a playoff berth at the women's world curling championship.

Kitchener

Strong winds expected in Waterloo region today

Environment Canada is warning strong winds gusting up to 80 km/h could develop Saturday afternoon in Waterloo region and Wellington County.
Ontario changes eye exam eligibility for seniors under OHIP

Ontario has reached a funding agreement with optometrists that increases some payments to them, but reduces some coverage for patients, including less frequent general eye exams for seniors.
North Perth resident loses $25,000 in lottery scam

Ontario Provincial Police have issued a warning after they say a North Perth resident lost more than $25,000 to fraud.

Regina

Firefighting training program in Melville, Sask. to reopen after receiving $1.8M in funding

The firefighting training program in Melville, Sask. that was put on hold in 2021 is now reopening after receiving $1.8 million in funding.
'It’s time for action': Sask. EMS receives small portion of budget's healthcare increase

Saskatchewan’s 2023-24 budget highlighted healthcare as one of its main priorities, with Emergency Medical Services getting a small cut of the new funding.
'They busted the locks on our deep freeze': Sask. Cree elder says moose meat was confiscated in raid

An elder from a Saskatchewan First Nation says his home was raided last fall by conservation officers who confiscated moose meat intended for use in a ceremonial gathering and feast.

Barrie

Wrong-way driver on Highway 11 charged in Bracebridge, Ont.

In all reports, police say the vehicle nearly caused multiple head-on collisions, including one with police.
Ontario changes eye exam eligibility for seniors under OHIP

Ontario has reached a funding agreement with optometrists that increases some payments to them, but reduces some coverage for patients, including less frequent general eye exams for seniors.
Barrie restaurants, bars brace for most significant alcohol tax jump in 40 years

Canada's restaurant industry is bracing for the biggest jump in the country's alcohol excise duty in more than 40 years, spurring warnings the tax hike could force some bars and restaurants out of business.

Saskatoon

Suspicious death under investigation: Saskatoon police

Saskatoon police are investigating a suspicious death.
'They busted the locks on our deep freeze': Sask. Cree elder says moose meat was confiscated in raid

An elder from a Saskatchewan First Nation says his home was raided last fall by conservation officers who confiscated moose meat intended for use in a ceremonial gathering and feast.
As it happened: U.S. President Joe Biden's trip to Canada

After a day of meetings on Parliament Hill, U.S President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced updates on various cross-border issues. CTVNews.ca breaks down Biden's first presidential visit to Canada, as it happened.

Northern Ontario

Mixed feelings, disappointment around the NHL pride night controversies

Two NHL hockey players with northern Ontario roots find themselves in an unwelcomed spotlight after refusing to don pride-themed jerseys.
W5
W5 | Comedian Russell Peters doesn't pull punches in climate of 'cancel culture,' 'political correctness'

CTV W5 speaks with members of the comedy industry, including Russell Peters, for a wide-ranging look at how political correctness and 'cancel culture' has changed the world of stand-up comedy.
Sudbury police charge OPP sergeant with criminal harassment

CTV News has learned an Ontario Provincial Police sergeant with 22 years of service has been charged in Sudbury with criminal harassment.

Nanaimo singer Lauren Spencer-Smith earns pair of Juno Awards nods

Nanaimo singer Lauren Spencer-Smith earns pair of Juno Awards nods

NEW | Former BC Liberal John Rustad turned Independent now seeks Conservative leadership

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EXCLUSIVE | Students hailed for aiding stabbed staff member; school principal and parents thank community

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