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Canada outperformed most G10 countries during first two years of pandemic response: study

Canada handled key aspects of the COVID-19 response better in the first two years of the pandemic than most G10 countries, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Toronto, Unity Health Toronto and St. Michael's hospital.

A person wears a protective face mask to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 as they walk past the emergency department of the Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver Wednesday, November 18, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward

G7 leaders confer with Zelenskyy, prep new aid for Ukraine

Leading economic powers conferred by video link with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday as they underscored their commitment to Ukraine for the long haul with plans to pursue a price cap on Russian oil, raise tariffs on Russian goods and impose other new sanctions.

Avalanche dethrone Lightning to win Stanley Cup for 3rd time

After years of playoff disappointments, the Colorado Avalanche are back atop hockey's mountain with a 2-1 Game 6 win against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions Tampa Bay Lightning.

NASA launches first rocket from Australian space centre

NASA has successfully launched a rocket from Australia's remote Northern Territory, making history as the agency's first commercial spaceport launch outside the United States.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs receives lifetime honour at BET Awards

With a speech about his own inspirational dream for the Black community, Sean 'Diddy' Combs channelled the spirit of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. while accepting the BET Awards' highest honour Sunday night.

PM Trudeau to meet India's Modi one-on-one at G7 sidelines

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed G7 leaders virtually at their summit in Germany as they discussed the threat to global stability posed by Russia's invasion of his country.

Connecting Indigenous inmates to their culture: Grand Chief performs at Manitoba prison

Behind prison walls, National Indigenous People's Day was celebrated this month, with inmates at a Manitoba federal prison granted access to music, drumming and sharing circles — positive steps forward to reconnect Indigenous inmates with their culture and rehabilitate a group that is incarcerated at a disproportionate rate.

Victoria police seek additional victims of apparently random sexual assault spree

Victoria police arrested a man for allegedly sexually assaulting several strangers in quick succession in the city's downtown Saturday night.
Portable pyramids producing food for those in need in Victoria

Each of the 28 pyramids holds 136 plants, which the Harvest and Share Food Society distributes to local food banks when they're mature.
'Linen heist' on Quadra Island leaves resort out $1,500 worth of supplies, RCMP say

Mounties on Quadra Island are investigating what they call a "linen heist" at a local resort.

Calgary

'Deepest apologies': Central Alberta rodeo organizers shocked by parade float

Organizers of a central Alberta rodeo and its parade committee are calling for calm after a float in this weekend's parade, which possessed a racist theme, was seen in the procession.
Shooting in southeast Calgary under investigation

Police are looking for suspects after they say a man was injured in a shooting late Saturday.
Skiing in the sun: Banff's Sunshine Village offered extended fun

If you are looking for some more time on the slopes even though it's already summer, you might be pleased by an opportunity at Banff Sunshine Village.

Edmonton

'Largest spiritual Indigenous gathering' to return during Pope's visit to Alberta

People are getting ready to return to Wakamne, God's Lake, on pilgrimage when the Pope visits Alberta.
Search continues for missing 13-year-old girl

The Edmonton Police Service is searching for a 13-year-old girl that was last seen Friday morning.
Changing lives, one puppy at a time: Dogs With Wings celebrates newest grad class

Twenty-five new service dogs and their families celebrated the achievement of graduating from Alberta's only internationally accredited assistance dog agency Sunday.

Toronto

Driver dead after car strikes pole in north Vaughan

A driver is dead after a vehicle struck a pole in the northern area of Vaughan early on Sunday night, local police say.
'Stay on trails:' Giant hogweed found near Evergreen Brickworks

Metrolinx is warning the public after Giant hogweed was recently found by some of its train tracks near Evergreen Brickworks.
Canada outperformed most G10 countries during first two years of pandemic response: study

Canada handled key aspects of the COVID-19 response better in the first two years of the pandemic than most G10 countries, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Toronto, Unity Health Toronto and St. Michael's hospital.

Montreal

Stepson arrested after stepfather stabbed and killed and three others injured in spree in Montreal

A man in crisis stabbed several people Sunday morning in downtown Montreal, leaving one dead and three injured.
Rent price explosion continues to accelerate in Quebec, regions more affected

Rental prices continue to soar in Quebec, and regions outside of major urban centres appear to be more affected, according to data compiled by the Regroupement des comités logement et associations de locataires du Québec (RCLALQ).
Altercation between Longueuil police officer, suspect leaves one man injured

Quebec's independent bureau of investigations is analyzing an altercation involving a Longueuil police officer that left one man seriously injured.

Winnipeg

High water levels and strong winds leading to flooding in Gimli

Residents in Gimli are dealing with overland flooding due to high water levels on Lake Winnipeg and strong winds.
'We can't believe it': Winnipeggers come together to throw surprise baby shower for new Ukrainian couple

A Winnipeg woman is making sure a couple from Ukraine is feeling right at home as they prepare to welcome their first child.
'In a crisis': Deaths of Indigenous women in Winnipeg spark calls for safe housing

Lori Ann Mancheese's death is now one of five women in the span of about a month being grieved by members of the province's Indigenous community. Winnipeg police say three of those women were murdered.

Saskatoon

Sask. NDP elects Carla Beck as first female leader of party

The Saskatchewan New Democratic Party has elected Carla Beck as its new leader.
'After all these years': Christies Mayfair Bakery celebrates 90th anniversary

When Ennio Muzzolini walked into Christies Mayfair Bakery in 1965 interested in purchasing the small bakery on 33rd Street, he never imagined he’d one day be looking on as hundreds of people lined the block to get their hands on a baguette, cinnamon bun or wood-fired pizza.
Elk Ridge Open canceled after heavy rains: PGA Tour Canada

Organizers have decided to cancel the Elk Ridge Open due to an “inordinate amount of rain.”

Regina

Sask. NDP elects Carla Beck as first female leader of party

The Saskatchewan New Democratic Party has elected Carla Beck as its new leader.
Here’s where you can fly on Swoop from Saskatchewan

The ‘ultra low fare’ carrier Swoop entered the Saskatchewan air travel market earlier in June and currently serves three domestic routes out of Regina and Saskatoon.
Philippine Association of Saskatchewan holds welcome ceremony for new residents

Several different communities gathered at the Core Ritche Neighbourhood Centre on Sunday to celebrate Welcome Kabayan. ‘Kabayan’ in Filipino means, ‘welcome fellow members of our community.’

Atlantic

HMCS Kingston and Summerside set off for Operation Reassurance

As HMCS Kingston and Summerside pulled away from Halifax Harbour and deployed for Operation Reassurance, there was no shortage of emotion from family members who came to see them off.
'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.

London

Late night blaze at London auto wrecker

It was a late night for firefighters in London on Sunday.
Collision between motorcycle and police cruiser

Non life-threating injuries are reported after a crash between a motorcycle and a police cruiser in Tillsonburg.
Rock Legend from Port Dover, Ont. gets hall of fame call

You may not know his name, but he’s performed alongside some of the all-time music greats.

Northern Ontario

Update
Update | Highway 17 reopened after several hours

OPP Tweet: Highway 17 closed at Sand Bay Road at the Spanish River bridge.
Shooting on Manitoulin Island

A person was taken to hospital after a shooting on the Sheguiandah First Nation on Manitoulin Island Friday.
Holistic Healing Fair returns to Sault Ste. Marie

The Holistic Healing Fair is back in Sault Ste. Marie following a two-year absence.

Kitchener

Encampment developments, field trips, new hospital: Top stories of the week

The latest developments for encampments in Waterloo Region, field trips being paid for, and a new hospital for the area round out the top stories of the week.
'COVID-19 lingers on': Essential caregiver warns pandemic not over

An essential caregiver in Waterloo Region is looking to remind the community that the COVID-19 pandemic is not over and the protections in place for the most vulnerable may not be enough.
Canada outperformed most G10 countries during first two years of pandemic response: study

Canada handled key aspects of the COVID-19 response better in the first two years of the pandemic than most G10 countries, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Toronto, Unity Health Toronto and St. Michael's hospital.