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Brown alleges political corruption over Conservative leadership disqualification

Newly disqualified Conservative Party leadership candidate Patrick Brown is alleging political corruption for his ousting from the race over allegations his campaign broke election financing rules.

Patrick Brown announces his candidacy for the federal Conservative Leadership at a rally, in Brampton, Ont. on Sunday, March 13, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Air Canada, Pearson again rank No. 1 in delays worldwide; Montreal check-in freezes

Air Canada and Toronto's Pearson airport again claimed the top spots for flight delays on Tuesday, marking at least four days in a row where the country's biggest airline has placed No. 1 of any large carrier worldwide.

Intense video shows worker dangling from crane at Toronto construction site

Video has emerged showing a worker dangling in the air above a Toronto construction site after accidently getting entangled in a tagline attached to a crane.

Planning a road trip? Here's how to save money on gas this summer

As gas prices slightly trend down this week after some of the highest national averages seen in recent months, some Canadians may be thinking twice before planning their usual summer road trip plans. CTVNews.ca looks at how drivers can save at the pumps while travelling.

OPINION

OPINION | How much of a mortgage can I afford in Canada?

Prices have been easing slightly recently, but affording a mortgage is still a very difficult task for many Canadians. How much of a mortgage can you afford? Contributor Christopher Liew breaks it down in an exclusive column for CTVNews.ca.

35-year-old man was laying in roadway when killed by vehicle near Courtenay: RCMP

Investigators say a man was laying in the roadway when he was struck and killed by a vehicle near Courtenay, B.C., on Wednesday.
Saanich, B.C., bank shooting motive may never be known, says criminologist

Questions of what would motivate twin brothers to enter a British Columbia bank dressed in body armour and prepared for a gun battle remain unanswered, but a criminologist sees similarities to two other young men who terrified Canadians in 2019.
New apartment construction in Esquimalt to include 'deeply affordable' units

The rental price for 68 of the units will be set at 30 per cent of the tenant's gross income, while 28 of the units will start at $375 for a studio and $715 for a four-bedroom suite, according to the federal government.

Calgary

Why is gas more expensive in Calgary than Toronto? Retail experts weigh in

Calgary drivers might be asking why the price of gasoline is more expensive in their energy rich province where oil is refined and extracted than in Ontario, but one retail expert claims to have the answer.
Calgary Flames take on Stanley Cup-winning Colorado Avalanche in 2022-23 home opener

The Calgary Flames will face off against the Colorado Avalanche in their 2022-23 season home opener this fall.
Belting it out on the bus: Karaoke Bus rolls into Calgary

Calgary Transit officials say a pilot project to let riders sing on a modified city bus is more than just a one hit wonder.

Edmonton

Drayton Valley opens new shelter pods for residents needing a place to rest

Drayton Valley is the second community in Alberta to set up small pod-style shelters that can be accessed overnight by anyone needing a place to stay.
Oilers to open next season at home vs. Canucks

The first six games of the season are at home, including a Battle of Alberta on Saturday, Oct. 15.
EPS officer charged with assault after off-duty incident

An Edmonton Police Service officer has been charged with assault after an off-duty incident earlier this year.

Toronto

Mother and daughters sleep on Toronto Pearson nursing room floor after chaotic travel experience

A mother from Nova Scotia is speaking out about her recent travel experience through Toronto Pearson Airport after a WestJet flight delay left her and her daughters sleeping on a nursing room floor.
Intense video shows worker dangling from crane at Toronto construction site

Video has emerged showing a worker dangling in the air above a Toronto construction site after accidently getting entangled in a tagline attached to a crane.
This Ontario couple ditched their Bay St. banking jobs and bought a beach instead

Ryan Somes and Anthea Stanley were, by most standards, living a successful life in Toronto. With two kids under six, the couple had a home in Trinity Bellwoods and held high-end positions in the finance industry. But something still felt amiss, they said.

Montreal

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WATCH LIVE @ 9 A.M. | With another COVID climb, Quebec health minister calls news conference for Thursday morning

With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations on the rise in Quebec, public health officials have called a news conference for Thursday morning.
'We have to get her there': Quebec woman hopes to get experimental cancer treatment in U.S.

A 22-year-old Chambly woman diagnosed with cancer could be the first Canadian to take part in an experimental treatment in Texas after exhausting her options in her home country.
Two young ER doctors quit Montreal jobs, blaming Quebec's broken health-care system and Bill 96

Two young emergency room doctors, raised and trained in Montreal, are leaving their jobs after only two years to move back to Toronto – and they say the Quebec health-care model and Bill 96 are to blame.

Winnipeg

Southern Manitoba under severe thunderstorm watches and warnings

There is a chance that severe thunderstorms could sweep across southern Manitoba.
Winnipeg Transit launches new campaign defining priority and courtesy seats
Road access restored in Whiteshell Provincial Park after spring flooding

Road access has been restored in Whiteshell Provincial Park after spring flooding wreaked havoc, but the province says delays are still expected in the park.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon intersection flood began with fire hydrant crash, city says

A crash involving a fire hydrant was the first in a chain of events that led to a chaotic scene in a Saskatoon intersection.
Saskatoon massage therapist charged for alleged sexual assault incidents spanning a 25-year period

A Saskatoon massage therapist is facing additional sexual assault charges.
Accused in Saskatoon murder trial tells judge he knows 'a lot about guns and ammunition'

Court of Queen's Bench heard Greg Fertuck raise concerns about his legal counsel to the judge Wednesday morning.

Regina

Premier Scott Moe defends in-house Sask. autonomy meetings amid opposition criticism

The premier has enlisted former and current MLAs to lead in-house meetings regarding Saskatchewan’s “provincial autonomy.”
Cyclist dies following recent collision with truck

A 28-year-old cyclist has died following a recent collision with a truck in Regina.
Regina police investigate attempted murder on Cameron Street

An assault that resulted in a 31-year-old man being taken to hospital with serious injuries is under investigation, the Regina Police Service (RPS) said in a news release.

Atlantic

Families of N.S. shooting victims 'extremely upset,' reconsidering role in inquiry

Families of victims of the Nova Scotia mass shooting are considering whether to continue participating in the public inquiry into the tragedy because key witnesses are being shielded from cross-examination.
RCMP officer charged with assault in relation to violent 2021 Campbellton, N.B., arrest

An RCMP officer has been charged following an investigation by Quebec's police watchdog into a violent arrest in Campbellton, N.B., last summer.
Interrupter clause invoked for 22nd time this year in N.S.

The price of gasoline and diesel is set to change overnight Wednesday in Nova Scotia.

London

Victim of fatal head on collision identified: Oxford County OPP

The victim of a fatal head on collision earlier this week in Blandford-Blenheim has been identified as a 41-year-old man from Plattsville.
Nazem Kadri returns to London after Stanley Cup win

It’s been a whirlwind couple of weeks for London’s newest Stanley Cup champion Nazem Kadri.
OPP identifies victim of fatal motorcycle collision near Woodstock

Provincial police have identified the victim of a deadly motorcycle collision that occurred earlier this week.

Northern Ontario

Sudbury mayor now opposes Kingsway project after costs soar to $215M

Greater Sudbury Mayor Brian Bigger has reversed his stance on the Kingsway Entertainment District and is now opposed to the project after the latest estimates put the cost at almost $215 million.
Former Sudbury Mayor Maurice Lamoureux has died

Former Sudbury Mayor Maurice Lamoureux died Tuesday after a battle with cancer.
Gas prices in most of Ontario will take another big drop Thursday

The cost of filling up your gas tank will be a lot less painful on Thursday throughout most of Ontario.

Kitchener

18 Waterloo region stores report overnight break-ins Wednesday: police

Break-ins targeting restaurants, salons, dress shops and cannabis stores have been reported in Kitchener, Waterloo and Woolwich.
Average home sale price in K-W drops for fourth straight month

The average sale price now sits at $791,674, down 24 per cent from February when it topped $1 million.
Police officer loses service-issued baton

The Waterloo Regional Police Service is searching for a baton misplaced by an officer late last week.