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Celebrations, protests take place on Canada Day in Ottawa

Thousands of people wearing red and white and waiving Canadian flags packed downtown Ottawa to celebrate Canada's 155th birthday on Friday, while groups of protesters popped up around Parliament Hill to protest COVID-19 vaccines and federal restrictions.

Wellington Street in front of Parliament Hill on Friday evening, as Canadians celebrated Canada's 155th birthday. (Jeremie Charron/CTV News Ottawa)

The Canadian flag in the context of 'Freedom Convoy' and residential schools

In the wake of last year’s discoveries of unmarked graves at residential schools and the prominent displays of the Canadian flag during 'Freedom Convoy' protests, some Canadians are re-evaluating the meaning of the national symbol.

'Not going to happen in our lifetime': First-time homebuyers share their struggles with purchasing a home

A recent survey shows nearly 50 per cent of Canadians who rent expect to do so forever. As rising interest and inflation rates contribute to a sense of pessimism among first-time homebuyers in Canada, some are sharing their struggles with purchasing their first house.

In Canada Day message, Trudeau says Canadian flag represents promise of a better life

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling on Canadians to recommit to the country’s values, including respect, hope and kindness, in his official Canada Day message.

Court rejects bid by AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald to overturn suspension

The Assembly of First Nations says an Ontario court has rejected a bid by National Chief RoseAnne Archibald to overturn her recent suspension.

'We have to build bridges': Canadian singer Chantal Kreviazuk on Ukraine, reconciliation

Moving toward reconciliation doesn't come from jumping 'the queue to perfection,' but by building bridges and trusting one another, Canadian singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk told CTV News Channel during Canada Day celebrations in Ottawa on Friday.

Biden intends to nominate a conservative, anti-abortion lawyer to federal judgeship, Kentucky Democrats say

U.S. President Joe Biden intends to nominate an anti-abortion Republican lawyer to a federal judgeship, two Kentucky Democrats informed of the decision say.

Russian missiles kill at least 21 in Ukraine's Odesa region

A Russian airstrike on residential areas killed at least 21 people early Friday near the Ukrainian port of Odesa, authorities reported, a day after the withdrawal of Moscow's forces from an island in the Black Sea had seemed to ease the threat to the city.

Monkeypox cases triple in Europe, WHO says, Africa concerned

The World Health Organization's Europe chief warned Friday that monkeypox cases in the region have tripled in the last two weeks and urged countries to do more to ensure the previously rare disease does not become entrenched on the continent.

Vancouver Island

No risk to public after police speak to 'suspicious' men reported in Saanich

A search for two "suspicious" men in Saanich Thursday afternoon ended with no risk to the public, police said.
Ferry passengers again facing hours-long waits at Horseshoe Bay

There was more frustration for BC Ferries passengers at the Horseshoe Bay terminal Friday, with some waits extending upwards of five hours at the outset of the long weekend.
Confront 'dark truths' of colonial history, B.C. premier says in Canada Day message

Creating a better future for Canada requires confronting the 'dark truths' of the country's colonial history, B.C. Premier John Horgan said Friday.

Calgary

Thousands of Calgarians gather for restriction-free Canada Day festivities with focus on reconciliation

Friday marked the first Canada Day in two years without any public health restrictions, which meant Calgarians were finally able to gather at several in-person events across the city.
Monument unveiled at a southeast Calgary park to honour Vietnamese boat people

Members of Calgary’s Vietnamese community gathered Friday at The Journey to Freedom Park to celebrate the unveiling of a meaningful monument.
Longtime Calgary Flames organist Willy Joosen passes away

The Flames lost their longtime organist Friday, when Willy Joosen died.

Edmonton

Local beekeeper looking for help in high-stakes hive rescue

A local beekeeper is asking for help to rescue a colony of honeybees from a junior high school.
Ismaili Muslim Community brings pancakes and patriotism to Alberta Legislature

The Edmonton Ismaili Muslim community was busy at the Alberta Legislature Friday morning meeting and greeting Edmontonians at their Canada Day pancake breakfast.
Edmonton's Canada Day fireworks back in full force

An explosive comeback will light up the Edmonton sky Friday night as Canada Day fireworks return to pre-pandemic proportions.

Toronto

Ontario's six-month gas tax cut starts today. Here's what you need to know

Ontario drivers experienced some relief from record-setting prices at the pump on Friday as the province's gas tax cut came into effect.
Canada Day fireworks cancelled at Toronto park after vendor pulls out last minute

One of Toronto’s Canada Day fireworks displays has been cancelled and another has been postponed after a vendor pulled out at the last minute.
3 dead, 2 others seriously injured in collision in Brock Township

Three people are dead, and two others are seriously injured, including a child, in a collision in Brock Township.

Montreal

Quebec could see increase in unhoused people as leases expire across province: housing group

A prominent housing advocacy group fears Quebec could see an increase in households left without a permanent place to live as leases expire across the province on July 1.
Quebec summer camps struggling to find staff, keep up with rising costs

This year, Quebec summer camps are facing staffing shortages and rising costs, and some have had to cut back on spaces leaving families in the lurch.
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MISSING | Police ask for public's help to find missing Laval man

Laval police are asking for the public's help to find 30-year-old Mario Minassian.

Winnipeg

'Changing the course of history': How Winnipeggers celebrated Canada Day

In-person Canada Day festivities made a return on Friday for the first time since the pandemic started, with residents bringing back old traditions and creating new ones.
'We're stuck': Winnipeg family's renovation stalled by permit issues

A St. Norbert family hoped their basement renovations would be wrapping up by midsummer, but a series of permit-related issues have stalled the project.
Body found in Assiniboine River: RCMP

Officers with the Manitoba RCMP have confirmed that a body was found in the Assiniboine River on Thursday.

Saskatoon

'Respect and Honour' theme for Saskatoon Canada Day celebrations

Canada Day will look a little different in Saskatoon as things move downtown.
'It's recent': Survivor reflects on last Sask. residential school closing 25 years ago

It's been 25 years since Saskatchewan's last residential school closed, but some are still healing.
City of Saskatoon to host wide range of summer activities for kids, youth

The City of Saskatoon will be running 46 summer play programs from July 4 until August 25.

Regina

Drive safe: What to be aware of before travelling for the Canada Day long weekend

Both the City of Regina and the provincial government remind travellers to stay safe due to the increased number of people travelling for the Canada Day long weekend.
Regina celebrates Canada’s 155th birthday

Live performance kicks off at noon on the main stage in Wascana Park with opening ceremonies, followed by a variety of entertainment:
Two charged in early morning break and enter: Regina police

Regina police responded to an early morning report of a break and enter into a business on the 3700 block of Eastgate Drive East on Friday.

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.
'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.
Saint John celebrates Memorial Cup win with parade Thursday

Saint John is having its dog day. The host city of the 2022 Memorial Cup is celebrating after the Saint John Sea Dogs bested the Hamilton Bulldogs 6-3 in front of a capacity crowd during Wednesday's championship game at TD Station.

London

'Walk of Gratitude': 100-year-old veteran in London, Ont. completes 100 mile walk for homeless vets

With his wife Joyce on his arm, Tom Hennessy left Victoria Park in London, Ont. to complete his 100-mile walk to raise money for homeless veterans.
Special Olympics athletes celebrate Canada Day with torch run

After a two-year break due to COVID-19, the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics was back Friday in London.
'We're here to honour survivors:' Turtle Island Healing Walk returns to London, Ont.

Close to 1,000 people are at Victoria Park in London, Ont Friday morning for the second annual Turtle Island Healing Walk.

Northern Ontario

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 in Sudbury also held Canada Day celebrations.

There was music and dancing with everyone taking time to honour the dedication of those who fought for the freedoms we enjoy in Canada today at the legion.
Honouring fallen OPP constable Marc Hovingh

A special ceremony was held today on Manitoulin island, where friends and loved ones of a fallen OPP constable gathered to rename a local marina in his honour.
Canada Day means something different for everyone.

For Ukrainians who were able to flee from Russia's invasion into the country, Canada has become a safe haven.

Kitchener

'There is a real need for blood': Emergency responders launch blood donation challenge

Emergency service workers in the Region of Waterloo kicked off a friendly competition Friday to see which team can donate the most blood by Labour Day.
Man wanted for paving Puslinch, Ont. driveway without permission

OPP are trying to identify a man who they say was involved in an "unwanted residential paving incident" in Puslinch, Ont.
Tre Ford to start for Edmonton Elks in Canada Day game

The Edmonton Elks are counting on Tre Ford, the former University of Waterloo football star, to start Friday's game against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.