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Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Governor of the Bank of Canada Tiff Macklem holds a press conference in Ottawa, on May 18, 2023. (Patrick Doyle / THE CANADIAN PRESS)

Wildfire smoke blankets Ontario, Quebec, air quality plummets, affects activities

Poor air quality is forecast to persist into the weekend across parts of Ontario, as plumes of wildfire smoke blanket the province and prompt school boards to limit outdoor activities.

Canadians want revenge on Bernardo, but that's not how prison works: ex-official

One of the architects of the law that governs Canada's prison system says it's understandable people want revenge on killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo, but that's not what the prison system is designed for.

Sleep, don't scroll: Tips to avoid sleep procrastination

Being a 'sleep procrastinator' might not only make you grumpy the next day, it can put your health at risk. A sleep expert shares tips for making sure bedtime is shut-eye time.

'We've never seen this before': Canada's unprecedented fire season adds pressure to crews

The start to wildfire season is adding pressure to fire crews who for some have been working the last month straight to protect communities in Canada.

Prince Harry back in court for second day of grilling over U.K. tabloid claims

Prince Harry was back in the witness box at the High Court in London on Wednesday for a second day of grilling over his allegations that British tabloids targeted him with phone-hacking and other unlawful behaviour.

IN PHOTOS: Damage, destruction left behind by Halifax-area wildfire

Halifax media outlets were given a tour of the neighbourhoods hardest hit by the Tantallon wildfire Tuesday afternoon and saw firsthand the damage and destruction left behind.

Want to know more about the wildfires spreading across Canada? Send us your questions

Wildfires currently burning across parts of Canada are some of the most severe ever witnessed, and experts say the 'unprecedented' fire season will become the new normal. CTVNews.ca wants to hear from Canadians with questions about wildfires, including their health impacts and how to stay safe.

opinion

opinion | Should you take advantage of the First Home Savings Account?

Personal finance contributor Christopher Liew explains how First Home Savings Accounts work, who’s eligible for the program, and outlines the contribution rules.

Vancouver Island

Industry, conservationists welcome Ottawa's delay on B.C. salmon farm transition plan

Both sides of British Columbia's contentious fish farm debate are welcoming Ottawa's move to delay a decision on a planned transition from open-net salmon farms in the province's coastal waters.
Vancouver Island wildfire surges in size, forces rolling highway closures

An out-of-control wildfire on Vancouver Island surged in size Tuesday, covering more than a square kilometre and forcing intermittent closures of the only highway to Port Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet.
New tax considered for Galloping Goose Trail upgrades

The busiest pedestrian and bike trail in greater Victoria is in need of some major upgrades, and the Capital Regional District is considering a new tax to pay for them.

Calgary

Emergency crews called to crash on Highway 2 south of Calgary

At least one person is in life-threatening condition following a crash on Highway 2 south of the city, officials have confirmed.
Heat warning in place for Calgary and surrounding areas

It's going to get hot in Calgary and several other communities, Environment and Climate Change Canada is warning.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Edmonton

Forest Heights robbery victim shot to death, case officially a homicide

The man who was killed during a robbery in Forest Heights on Monday was shot, an autopsy has confirmed.
'We never give up': RCMP helicopter joins search for 14-year-old boy in North Saskatchewan River

An RCMP helicopter is assisting with the search for the 14-year-old boy who went missing in the North Saskatchewan River nearly 48 hours ago.
Winless at home in two straight seasons, Elks embracing culture change in 2023

Culture change. Those two words best describe what the Edmonton Elks wanted to accomplish going into the 2023 season.

Toronto

Smoke in Toronto from Ontario, Quebec wildfires pushes air quality to 'high-risk' levels

The air quality in Toronto has become so polluted due to forest fires in Quebec and Ontario that strenuous outdoor activities could leave you coughing and with an itchy throat.
Widow told misconduct 'not serious' after husband killed by speeding OPP 'outrageous,' critics say

Ontario’s political leaders reacted with surprise that the OPP told a widow whose husband was run over and killed by a speeding officer that the misconduct in the case was 'not serious.'
Fatal crash closes lanes on Hwy. 404 north of Toronto

Ontario Provincial Police say they are investigating the circumstances around a crash on Highway 404 in North York that claimed the life of a 23-year-old international student.

Montreal

Canadians want revenge on Bernardo, but that's not how prison works: ex-official

One of the architects of the law that governs Canada's prison system says it's understandable people want revenge on killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo, but that's not what the prison system is designed for.
Westmount nail salon targeted by suspected arson: Montreal police

Montreal police (SPVM) are investigating a case of suspected arson after a nail salon in Westmount caught fire early Wednesday morning.
Wildfire smoke blankets Ontario, Quebec, air quality plummets, affects activities

Poor air quality is forecast to persist into the weekend across parts of Ontario, as plumes of wildfire smoke blanket the province and prompt school boards to limit outdoor activities.

Winnipeg

Car crash causing Wednesday morning road closures on Main Street

A section of Main Street is closed on Wednesday morning following a car crash in the area.
Missing woman last seen in May: WPS

The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned about the well-being of a missing 18-year-old woman who hasn’t been seen in several weeks.
Religious teachings at St. James school to be allowed next year following vote by board of trustees

Some students at an elementary school in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division will be receiving 30 minutes of religious teaching next year after the board of trustees passed a bylaw Tuesday evening.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon bakery sees business rise after hiring newcomers from Ukraine

A willingness to hire newcomers to Canada has brought new business to Nestor’s Bakery.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
City emails reveal how a Saskatoon shelter was relocated and shed light on early concerns

While Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) publicly mulled moving its downtown emergency shelter to a location on 20th Street near the city's core, city documents reveal the wellness centre's present Fairhaven area location was heavily favoured early in the process.

Regina

Heat warnings end for Regina, continue in southeast Sask.

Environment Canada has dropped heat warnings for Regina Wednesday morning as some temperature moderation is expected in the coming days.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
Trial for man accused of brother's death resumes, appears in court by video

The trial for the man accused of his brother’s death resumed on Tuesday morning, with the accused appearing in court by video.

Atlantic

IN PHOTOS: Damage, destruction left behind by Halifax-area wildfire

Halifax media outlets were given a tour of the neighbourhoods hardest hit by the Tantallon wildfire Tuesday afternoon and saw firsthand the damage and destruction left behind.
Barrington Lake wildfire 'being held,' not expected to move weather permitting

A record-size wildfire in Shelburne County, N.S., isn’t likely to move if conditions don't change, officials say.
Nova Scotia estimates up to 100,000 people affected by online security breach

As many as 100,000 Nova Scotians may have had sensitive personal information stolen in a global privacy breach affecting a file transfer system used by the provincial government, officials confirmed Tuesday.

London

Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
'Widespread smoke' prompts special air quality statement

As wildfires continue to burn in Northern Ontario and Quebec, a special air quality statement has been issued for London and surrounding areas.
'We are trying to get to Grand Bend': G2 driver charged after travelling 60 km/h over the speed limit

An 18 year old from Kitchener, Ont. is facing stunt driving charges after OPP clocked them allegedly speeding 150 km/h because they were 'trying to get to Grand Bend.'

Northern Ontario

Wildfire west of Sudbury prompts evacuation order, total active fires in northern Ont. grows to 54

A northern Ontario forest fire that started west of Sudbury on Sunday morning has grown to more than 1,000 hectares and has prompted officials to issue an evacuation order for the immediate area as the number of active fires in the region grows.
3 people attacked by dog in Burlington, animal shot dead by police

A dog has been shot dead by police after three people were attacked in Burlington Tuesday afternoon, police say.
Wildfire smoke blankets Ontario, Quebec, air quality plummets, affects activities

Poor air quality is forecast to persist into the weekend across parts of Ontario, as plumes of wildfire smoke blanket the province and prompt school boards to limit outdoor activities.

Kitchener

Waterloo region school boards cancel track meets as air quality expected to reach 'high risk' Wednesday

High levels of air pollution have developed in Waterloo region and Wellington County as smoke plumes from wildfires burning in Quebec and northeastern Ontario continue to blow into the region, Environment Canada says.
Plan to build tallest towers in Kitchener sees pushback at neighbourhood meeting

The plan to build what would be the tallest towers in Kitchener came under the scrutiny of those who would be living nearby.
OPP turn to Six Nations residence in search for Amber Ellis

The search for Amber Ellis, a Hagersville woman reported missing in March 2021, is returning to the community where she was last seen.