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RCMP arrest suspect in Montreal on terrorism allegations after tip from FBI

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) arrested an 18-year-old man from the Saint-Laurent borough of Montreal on Thursday morning in connection with allegations of terrorism.

Upgrading Safe Third Country Agreement about reassuring Canadians: PM Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he feels it is his role to see the Safe Third Country Agreement upgraded, in order to make sure Canadians can continue to have confidence in Canada's immigration system.

Largest recorded Alberta earthquake not natural, from oilsands wastewater: study

The largest recorded earthquake in Alberta's history was not a natural event, but most likely caused by disposal of oilsands wastewater, new research has concluded.

Manhattan DA rejects GOP demand for info on Trump case

The Manhattan district attorney investigating Donald Trump rebuffed U.S. House Republicans' request Thursday for documents and testimony about the case, dismissing it as an "unprecedented inquiry" with no legitimate basis.

Han Dong resigns from Liberal caucus, denies interference allegations

Han Dong has announced he will be sitting as an independent MP after being the subject of allegations involving interference by China in Canadian affairs.

Zellers opens a dozen stores in Canada amid wave of nostalgia and price sensitivity

Canadian retail chain Zellers marked its official comeback on Thursday, opening a dozen stores in Ontario and Alberta and launching a new website.

South Carolina's top accountant to resign after US$3.5-billion error

Embattled South Carolina Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom will resign next month after a US$3.5 billion accounting error in the year-end financial report he oversaw.

Canada-wide warrants issued for 2 new suspects in Elnaz Hajtamiri investigation

Investigators with York Regional Police issued Canada-wide warrants for two men who they say are involved in the Richmond Hill attack on Ontario woman Elnaz Hajtamiri weeks before she was allegedly abducted.

In pictures: A look at past U.S. presidential addresses to Parliament

United States President Joe Biden is set to deliver a speech to Parliament on Friday, becoming the ninth president to address Canadians in Ottawa. Here's a look back at past presidential speeches and the eras that defined them.

Vancouver Island

'Broken promises': Residents fear imminent closure of shelter in Parksville

Diverging stories are coming from a temporary housing shelter in Parksville, B.C., that's closing at the end of the month.
Province seeks input on Cowichan Valley trestle bridge replacement

The British Columbia government is looking for public input on the proposed replacement of a century-old rail trestle that was repurposed as a recreational trail connector between Duncan and Lake Cowichan.
'Truly transformational': Victoria's Garth Homer Foundation receives $34M donation

A foundation that helps people with developmental and complex needs has received a whopping $34 million legacy donation.

Calgary

Semi-truck crashes into overpass, closing lanes of Deerfoot Trail

Two lanes of Calgary's Deerfoot Trail are closed to southbound traffic at 32 Avenue N.E. after a semi-truck carrying a backhoe hit an overpass.
Spring thaw: Calgary crews working to clear flooded streets and sidewalks

The City of Calgary is facing a barrage of calls to remove pools of water unable to drain down city catch basins due to a buildup of ice.
Calgary convenience store fined $10K for selling vaping products to minors

The ownership and manager of a northeast Calgary convenience store have been fined a total of $10,000 for selling vaping products to minors.

Edmonton

Edmontonians line up to shop Zellers grand reopening

Dozens of people lined up outside the Hudson's Bay store at Kingsway Mall in Edmonton on Thursday to be amongst the first to shop at the new Zellers location.
Largest recorded Alberta earthquake not natural, from oilsands wastewater: study

The largest recorded earthquake in Alberta's history was not a natural event, but most likely caused by disposal of oilsands wastewater, new research has concluded.
Ashley Ryan, wife of fallen EPS officer, drops puck at charity game for mental health

Wearing her husband's police jacket, Ashley Ryan walked to centre ice at a charity hockey game in Spruce Grove, Alta., Wednesday night. She, a paramedic, then dropped the puck on the matchup that Brett was planning to referee.

Toronto

Man goes missing after escaping from explosion, fire at Richmond Hill home

Police are searching for a 'vulnerable' young man last seen exiting his Richmond Hill, Ont. residence after an explosion and subsequent house fire.
Boy, 12, charged after alleged armed robbery, attempted stabbing in Pickering

A 12-year-old is facing charges after allegedly trying to stab a male and attempting to steal a computer this week in Pickering.
Ontario will table its 2023 budget Thursday. Here’s what you need to know

This is what you need to know about the 2023 Ontario budget being tabled Thursday.

Montreal

RCMP arrest suspect in Montreal on terrorism allegations after tip from FBI

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) arrested an 18-year-old man from the Saint-Laurent borough of Montreal on Thursday morning in connection with allegations of terrorism.
One week later: Rescuers continue search for victims in rubble of Old Montreal fire

It's been one week since a devastating fire tore through a historic building in Old Montreal, killing at least four.
Jean Charest earned nearly $70,000 in two months at CN

Former Quebec premier Jean Charest pocketed just under $70,000 in compensation during his brief stint as a director of Canadian National Railway (CN). Charest was appointed a director in early 2022, but resigned two months later to run unsuccessfully for the leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada. In total, he received $68,987 in compensation during his time at CN, according to regulatory documents released by the company.

Winnipeg

Winnipeg council votes to rename Bishop Grandin roadways

Winnipeg's city council has voted unanimously in favour of renaming several roadways currently named after a bishop remembered as one of the architects of the residential school system.
Winnipeg hospital says doctors are now helping sexual assault examination program

A Winnipeg hospital official says another nurse has resigned from a sexual assault examination program, and other health-care professionals are stepping in to fill the gap.
City council takes 'first step' towards potential sale of Portage Place Mall

Winnipeg's city council has voted on moving forward with the potential sale of Portage Place Mall to True North.

Saskatoon

Man accused of murdering Saskatoon woman says he was 'scared and confused' after learning of her death

The man charged with first-degree murder in the death of Ally Moosehunter took the stand Wednesday for cross-examination by the crown.
Sask. projects $1B surplus, will use cash to pay debt instead of further funding boosts

Saskatchewan is projecting a $1 billion surplus in the coming year and plans to spend just as much in paying down the province's debt.
'This wasn't just a little oops': Regina city councillors blindsided by 'sexist' tourism slogans

Regina city councillors say they were blindsided and embarrassed by the recent slogans used in Experience Regina’s rebrand.

Regina

'There is quite a discrepancy': Survey results vary on proposed downtown arena in Regina

The amount of support and opposition residents have for a downtown arena depends on which survey City of Regina officials are looking at.
'This wasn't just a little oops': Regina city councillors blindsided by 'sexist' tourism slogans

Regina city councillors say they were blindsided and embarrassed by the recent slogans used in Experience Regina’s rebrand.
Regina mayor happy with municipal revenue sharing in provincial budget

Regina’s Mayor Sandra Masters said money in Wednesday’s 2023-24 provincial budget for revenue sharing is something that will be a great injection into the city’s own budget.

Atlantic

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NEW | N.S. government includes record-high health-care spending in 2023-24 budget

The Tim Houston PC government remains firm in their promise they'll fix the healthcare system by spending more taxpayer money on health than any previous government before.
Staff members stabbed at N.S. high school released from hospital; student remains in custody

Two staff members who were stabbed at a Halifax-area high school have been released from hospital, while the student accused in the stabbing remains in custody.
'We’re losing the coastline': Residents question private wall built at well-loved N.S. beach

Crescent Beach in Nova Scotia’s Lunenburg County is a popular beach destination in the province, but its landscape has been changed by a large rock wall.

London

'Attempt to commit murder' charge laid after random stabbing

Charges have now been laid after a stabbing in London earlier this week. A 19-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday after the incident happened on Tuesday.
Multi-vehicle crash in southwest London

At least four vehicles were involved in a collision at the intersection of Wonderland Road south and Commissioners Road west at around 9:40 a.m. on Thursday.
Fog advisory ends for the London region

A fog advisory that covered most of southern Ontario has been lifted. Poor driving conditions were reported Thursday morning throughout the region as dense fog spread across area roads.

Northern Ontario

Sudbury murder trial nears conclusion, closing arguments Monday

The second-degree murder trial of Robert Steven Wright resumed briefly Thursday morning, with the defence formally wrapping up its case.
Woman receives free gift, but signs contract for $7,000 vacuum cleaner

A Toronto woman said she received a free air purifier as an online promotion, but also signed up for a $7,000 vacuum cleaner in the process.
Police say North Bay suspect had $116K in drugs on him, $43K in cash

A 33-year-old North Bay man is facing charges after police made an arrest March 21 in a parking lot on Lakeshore Drive.

Kitchener

Welcome back Zellers: Cambridge location opens amid wave of nostalgia

The resurrection of Zellers is officially underway in Waterloo region with the Cambridge location opening its doors to a handful of eager fans who lined up ahead of the store's official reopening.
Suspicious fire at old bowling alley shuts down major road in Cambridge

A fire at the former Dickson Bowl in downtown Galt has shut down a portion of a major Cambridge road.
Ont.’s police watchdog investigating after Centre Wellington man seriously injured

Ontario’s police watchdog is investigating a crash near Belwood Lake that saw a 43-year-old Centre Wellington man transported to hospital.

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