Highway 400 at Highway 88 reopened after fatal crash (2024)

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breaking | Trees down, damage reported after tornado near Ayr, Ont.

Tornado watches remain in effect across parts of Ontario.

Guelph man arrested for murder

A Guelph man has been arrested for murder after a woman was found dead in her apartment.

Suspicious people reported in Laurelwood area of Waterloo

Waterloo Regional Police are trying to identify two men after they were told a driver and a passenger approached children in the Laurelwood area of Waterloo.

Pups and people pack 'Pawlooza' despite threatening skies

One of Canada's largest dog festivals drew thousands of canines and their human companions near London.

Support workers at Western University rally for fairer pay amid looming strike action

A walkout could occur as early as Aug. 30.

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Belle River native and Florida Panther brings Stanley Cup home to celebrate with hometown fans

Sharing hockey's most prized possession with fans in his hometown, Florida Panthers defenseman and Belle River native Aaron Ekblad brought the Stanley Cup back to where his journey began.

Alleged theft of credit cards, cash, gift cards from multiple vehicles leads to dual arrest in LaSalle

A foot pursuit has led to the arrest of two men who LaSalle police say illegally entered vehicles and stole multiple items.

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Increased military presence expected in northern, central Ontario

Increased military traffic can be expected on major highways in northern and central Ontario on Aug. 18 and again on Aug. 27.

NDP riding association calls on embattled northern Ont. MPP to resign

In light of an investigation that uncovered his sexual harassment of a former staffer, the NDP riding association in Algoma-Manitoulin is calling on MPP Michael Mantha to resign.

Check your Lotto Max tickets: 4 Ontarians win $1 million

Four Ontarians are now $1 million richer this Saturday morning, so those who play the Lotto Max may want to check their tickets.

Kraft Hockeyville celebrations to kick off in Elliot Lake on Sept. 27

More details are being released about the Kraft Hockeyville celebrations to take place in northern Ontario next month after Elliot Lake, Ont. beat out several other cities in March and won the title.

Tourism experts in the north say investments needed to address key gaps

Tourism experts say people from near and far want to explore all northern Ontario has to offer.

Sault ponders how to respond to parking meter vandalism

A string of vandalism in the Sault's downtown has the city out dozens of parking meters worth tens of thousands of dollars.

Rainfall warnings issued for parts of eastern Ontario: Environment Canada

Parts of eastern Ontario are under a rainfall warning with storms expected to move across the region on Saturday.

OCDSB trustee wants school board to skip Capital Pride parade over pro-Palestinian comments

An Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) trustee is asking eastern Ontario's largest school board to join a number of organizations and the city's mayor to withdraw their participation from next week's Capital Pride festival over pro-Palestinian comments made by its organizers.

CTV News Ottawa continues to be affected by Montreal’s water main break

CTV News Ottawa broadcasts continue to be affected by technical issues caused by flooding as a result of the water main break on Aug. 16.

Heavy rain expected in the GTA Sunday as rough weather lingers for another day

Residents of southern Ontario are waking up to another wet and rainy day as a storm system lingers over parts of the province.

One person dead in large house fire in south Etobico*ke: police

One person is dead after a fire broke out at a home in south Etobico*ke.

Crash on highway in Mississauga leaves man in critical condition

A man is in critical condition following a single-vehicle crash on a highway ramp in Mississauga Saturday night.

Cleanup underway after Montreal water main break floods streets and homes

Cleanup is underway after a major water main break near Montreal's Jacques Cartier Bridge flooded dozens of buildings on Friday and left some 150,000 homes under a boil-water advisory.

Laval residents left homeless and frustrated after flooding causes serious condo damage

The Aug. 9 rainstorm and flooding left many homeowners in Quebec dealing with serious damage. Laval is one city that was hit hard, including a group of residents whose homes have been deemed unsafe by the fire department.

Environment Canada issues alert for heavy rain in Quebec on Sunday

Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a special weather statement on Saturday for 'significant rainfall amounts' from Sunday afternoon to Monday morning.

One dead after fire in Porters Lake, N.S.

One person is dead after a fire in Porters Lake, N.S., said a media representative for Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Services.

Decades of protection added to 164 year old New Brunswick lighthouse

Decades of durability have been added to one of Canada’s most photographed lighthouses, the Swallowtail Lighthouse on New Brunswick’s Grand Manan Island.

Thousands flock to Sussex, N.B. for massive flea market

Vendors from across Atlantic Canada are in Sussex, N.B. this weekend to attend one of the region’s largest gatherings for collectors and bargain hunters.

Sounds of summer: Notable Manitobans weigh in on the ultimate summer playlist

CTV News Winnipeg gathered the best summer songs—from the past and present—by reaching out to notable Manitobans, including Mayor Scott Gillingham, Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey, and singer Chantal Kreviazuk.

Northern Manitoba Nation declares state of emergency over community violence

O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation has declared a state of emergency following multiple stabbings and serious assaults, as well as "alcohol-related" activities.

Memorial service honours Manitoba impaired driving victims

Community members gathered Saturday to remember those impacted by impaired driving in Manitoba, honouring their lives with a memorial service.

1 dead in 3-vehicle crash on Deerfoot Trail

A woman in her 50s is dead following a three-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon on Deerfoot Trail.

Police identify suspect in assault on 12-year-old child

Calgary police issued a statement Saturday afternoon saying that they have identified and located the man they believe is responsible for an assault on a child in northeast Calgary.

Calgary firefighter killed fighting Jasper wildfire laid to rest

Family and friends of Morgan Kitchen gathered at Centre Street Church Central Campus in Calgary Saturday morning for his funeral.

'I need justice': Community rallies around 28-year-old father killed by police

Chants of "no justice, no peace" were heard in downtown Edmonton on Saturday at a rally in honour of a man shot and killed by an Edmonton police officer.

Jasper wildfire no longer out-of-control, now classified as 'being held'

Parks Canada says a wildfire that forced everyone to flee the Alberta town of Jasper and destroyed close to a third of its buildings is now listed as "being held."

Miette Hot Springs reopening after Jasper fire

Miette Hot Springs in Jasper National Park will reopen on Sunday.

'They are our friends': Paw-sitive gathering held for dog lovers in Regina

The first ever Dog Paaws on the Pavement event was held in the parking lot of Regina's Southland Mall on Saturday.

Regina hockey leagues face off over ice time at Brandt Centre

Ice time at Regina’s Brandt Centre is causing a controversy as a new privately owned league has bumped some long-time users of the space on short notice.

'Best looking criminal': Rooster apprehended by Regina Police finds sanctuary

A video of a rooster in the back of a Regina police cruiser has been making its rounds on social media.

Severe thunderstorms expected in Sask.

Parts of Saskatchewan are under a severe thunderstorm watch as Environment Canada warns of damaging wind gusts, large hail, and torrential rain.

A look inside the 2024 Saskatoon Folkfest

Cultures of the world united with this year’s Saskatoon Folkfest, the annual festival saw pavilions representing cultures from Bangladesh to Norway spread around the city.

PM names Saskatoon’s Tracy Muggli as independent senator

In an announcement made Saturday by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Saskatoon’s Tracy Muggli has been appointed as an independent senator for Saskatchewan to fill a vacancy in the Senate.

Motorcyclist dead after crashing into lamppost: Abbotsford police

A motorcyclist died after crashing into a lamppost in Abbotsford Saturday afternoon, according to local police.

Heavy rain, strong winds forecast for B.C.'s South Coast, Vancouver Island Saturday night

Thunderstorms, including “heavy downpours” and strong winds, are in the forecast for southwestern B.C. late Saturday evening.

More emergency room closures hit B.C. this weekend

As has frequently been the case this summer and for the last few years, the weekend began with emergency department closures at multiple hospitals around B.C.

Heavy rain, strong winds forecast for B.C.'s South Coast, Vancouver Island Saturday night

Thunderstorms, including “heavy downpours” and strong winds, are in the forecast for southwestern B.C. late Saturday evening.

Low water levels affecting salmon migration in B.C. streams: DFO

Low water levels brought on by years of severe drought, paired with meagre snowpack and rainfall, are leaving B.C.'s salmon in a compromising position during their spawning migration, a fisheries expert warns.

Broke and broken: Report says Canada's public transit in critical funding state

A new analysis warns that Canada's major cities are struggling to keep their transit systems running, and says public transit is heading for a 'downward spiral' unless major new streams of operating revenue open up.