Have you seen this artwork? 'Invaluable' high school student display stolen in Coquitlam, B.C.

Mounties in Coquitlam are appealing to the public for help tracking down two pieces of artwork that were allegedly stolen from a high school art display.

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Ontario doctor alleged to have killed 4 people around same date in 2021: documents

Court documents allege an eastern Ontario doctor killed four people around the same date in 2021.

Dr. Brian Nadler, 35, has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of an 89-year-old Quebec man at the hospital in Hawkesbury, Ont.

Freedom Convoy-affiliated group refusing to leave Ottawa church after eviction notice

Members of a Freedom Convoy-affiliated group remain at an Ottawa church one day after the owner of the historic property moved to evict them over unpaid rent.

Retailers sitting on 'mountains' of excess inventory in need of liquidation: expert

Consumer behaviour, a looming recession and the reactions of retailers to pandemic-driven supply chain issues are combining to drive a liquidation renaissance, according to one business advisor and retail futurist who spoke with CTVNews.ca.

Michelle O'Bonsawin named as Canada's first Indigenous Supreme Court justice

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau nominated Ontario judge Michelle O'Bonsawin to the Supreme Court of Canada on Friday. She is the first Indigenous person chosen to sit on Canada's top court and the appointment is being celebrated as filling an important role at the highest level of the country's justice system.

Plane fails to descend as pilots reportedly fell asleep during flight

Two pilots are believed to have fallen asleep and missed their landing during a flight from Sudan to Ethiopia on Monday, according to a report by commercial aviation news site Aviation Herald.

Sale of Ottawa church to 'Freedom Convoy'-affiliated group falls through, but leader says deal is still on

The current purchase of a historic Ottawa church slated to become an 'embassy' for a group affiliated with the Freedom Convoy has fallen through, according to documents obtained by CTV News. But The United People of Canada director said it was his understanding the deal was still in place.

Port Hardy Hospital emergency room closed for the weekend due to lack of staff

A hospital emergency department on the North Island will be closed all weekend because of limited staff availability, according to Island Health.
Woman arrested, drugs seized during police raid in Duncan, B.C.

Mounties in Duncan, B.C., have arrested a 44-year-old woman in connection with a drug-trafficking investigation. The RCMP executed a search warrant at a rural property in the 2700-block of Miller Road during the early-morning hours of Aug. 6.
Missing Victoria man found dead, police say

A 63-year-old Victoria man who was reported missing in the city's downtown core more than three weeks ago has been found dead. David Johnstone was reported missing on July 27 and investigators have been working to locate him ever since.

Calgary

'She had the best heart’: Friends mourn Calgary woman killed in Evergreen shooting

Friends of a Calgary woman who died in a shooting on Thursday are remembering her as loving, kind and always ready to lend a helping hand.
Calgary man convicted in multimillion dollar Ponzi scheme sentenced to 10 years

A Calgary man who bilked his clients out of millions of dollars in a Ponzi scheme has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for what the judge called a deliberate and large-scale fraud.
Chinatown Street Festival returns after 2-year pandemic pause

Following a two-year pandemic pause, the TD Chinatown Street Festival is back.

Edmonton

EPS closing front counters to minor crash reports, bringing in third-party to file complaints

In an effort to streamline services, Edmonton Police Service will no longer have drivers report minor crashes at stations or call police to a scene. Instead, EPS is opening a collision reporting centre in both south and north Edmonton where motorists will file a report, including pictures, insurance information, and personal contacts.
Edmonton gathers to remember Oilers fan Ben Stelter

Edmontonians lined the street outside of Rogers Place on Friday to remember six-year-old Ben Stelter. Ben died on Aug. 9 from brain cancer. His family invited the public to Rogers Place on Friday as the funeral procession passed by.
Canada will play for world junior hockey gold, defeat Czechs 5-2

Canada will play for gold at the world junior hockey championship after downing Czechia 5-2 in a semifinal on Friday.

Toronto

Ontario grandfather wins big lottery prize for the second time

An Ontario grandfather just won a big lottery prize for the second time in his life.
Prominent television personality runs for Toronto city council

The registration deadline to run in the Toronto municipal election has passed, and one of those who made a last-minute candidacy filing is a prominent television personality.
Scotiabank refuses to buy back Ontario woman's gold and silver

When an Ontario woman bought gold and silver from Scotiabank nine years ago she always assumed she would be able to sell it back when she was ready.

Montreal

Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet denies sex assault allegations, says he is being defamed

A prominent Quebec cardinal is denying sexual assault allegations against him contained in a class-action lawsuit that was formally filed this week in Quebec Superior Court.
Inuk woman using wheelchair struck and killed by car on Montreal highway

The Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services (NRBHSS) confirmed that the Inuk woman struck on Highway 520 in Montreal has died of her injuries.
Quebec 'temporarily' allowing four patients per room at long-term care homes

The province is now allowing up to four residents per room into Quebec's long-term care residences as a temporary measure to ease overcrowding in hospitals.

Winnipeg

Staff shortage has HSC emergency department calling for nurses

Health Sciences Centre's emergency department is facing a staffing crunch over the next couple of days.
Winnipeg eatery named one of Canada’s 30 best new restaurants

A Winnipeg restaurant has been named one of the Top 30 Best New Restaurants by Air Canada’s magazine.
'It's a worry': Lions Place launches search for new owners

Seniors residing in a downtown Winnipeg independent living complex are facing what some feel is an uncertain future.

Saskatoon

Sask. Advocate for Children and Youth 'deeply concerned' about allegations facing private Christian school

The Saskatchewan Advocate for Children and Youth says she is deeply concerned about allegations involving the Legacy Christian Academy (LCA) scandal.
Former Saskatoon doctor alleged to have killed 4 people around same date in 2021

Court documents allege a former Saskatoon doctor killed four people around the same date in 2021.
Saskatoon police, fire respond after two-vehicle collision involving nuclear material

Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) and the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) were called out to a two-vehicle collision involving a hazardous, nuclear material Friday morning in Confederation.

Regina

Two doses not enough to be considered 'fully vaccinated' right now, Sask. CMHO says

Saskatchewan’s top doctor is reminding residents not to get complacent, as the province is on the cusp of a fall COVID-19 surge.
Roughriders fan sends nachos to CFL in response to Duke Williams' fine

A Saskatchewan Roughriders fan chose a unique and cheesy way to protest a recent fine handed down by the Canadian Football League (CFL).
Scottish soccer coach strikes Saskatchewan

Scottish soccer coach, Scott Murchison, made his way to Yorkton this week to work with young soccer players.

Atlantic

Nova Scotia seeking an exemption from federal carbon tax, saying it is doing enough

Premier Tim Houston is asking Ottawa to exempt Nova Scotia from the national carbon tax, saying the federal government's signature bid to reduce greenhouse gas emissions amounts to "punishing" the province.
Some N.B. municipal police forces making changes after Chantel Moore inquest recommendations

A coroner’s inquest jury made almost 20 recommendations for ways New Brunswick and its law enforcement can do better in police interventions, training and equipment. CTV News polled each to see if they are considering, or have already implemented any of them.
Replacement ferry for N.S.-P.E.I. route will begin service Saturday

A replacement ferry for the MV Holiday Island, which was damaged by fire last month, will begin sailing between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island on Saturday.

London

Last minute rush to register as local races set for municipal election

A surge of deadline day registrations had candidates crowding the second floor hallway outside the elections office at London City Hall Friday afternoon. According to the clerk’s office, 72 candidates are seeking one of the 15 seats on London City Council.
An 'incredible site': City resumes plans to redevelop Byron gravel pits

Nature trails, park land, how about an event venue? They’re all among the ideas being considered for the future of the Byron gravel pits in west London.
Drowning incident in Chatsworth, Ont. being investigated by OPP

OPP are investigating after a person drowned in the Township of Chatsworth late Thursday afternoon. Police say that a video of the incident has also surfaced on social media, and that "appropriate steps" are being taken to remove it.

Northern Ontario

North Bay woman killed in Highway 17 crash

There has been another tragic, fatal crash on Highway 17 in northeastern Ontario.
Two Sudbury youth charged for pellet gun attacks

Two Sudbury teens are facing charges after two men were shot Thursday evening with a pellet gun in the Gatchell area.
Mill Market board and vendors support move

Despite some earlier misgivings about the move, it appears vendors and board members are all-in with the relocation of the Mill Market to a new home in downtown Sault Ste. Marie.

Kitchener

Region approves first-ever sanctioned encampment site

The Region of Waterloo council approved a series of measures on Thursday to help ease the growing homelessness crisis, including a first-ever decision to permit an encampment.
Migrant worker killed in Norfolk County farming incident

The Ministry of Labour has confirmed that there is an ongoing investigation into the death of a migrant worker at a Norfolk County farm last week.
No charges will be laid against officer in Cambridge shooting: SIU

Ontario's police watchdog says a Waterloo Regional Police officer who shot a man in Cambridge won't face criminal charges.