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Canadian police chiefs speak out on death of Black man beaten by U.S. officers

Canadian police chiefs condemned on Friday the death of a Black man who was savagely beaten by police during a traffic stop in the United States, saying the officers involved must be held accountable.

Protesters march Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023, in Memphis, Tenn., over the death of Tyre Nichols, who died after being beaten by Memphis police. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

How to get over the 'mental hurdle' of being active in the winter

When the cold and snow have people hunkering down, these outdoor enthusiasts find motivation in braving the Canadian winter through community and sport.

Memphis police disband unit that beat Tyre Nichols

The Memphis police chief on Saturday disbanded the unit whose officers beat to death Tyre Nichols as the nation and the city struggled to come to grips with video showing police pummelling the Black motorist.

Health Canada sticks with Evusheld despite U.S. FDA dropping the COVID drug

Health Canada says it will continue to recommend COVID-19 prevention drug, Evulsheld, despite U.S. FDA pulling back its emergency use authorization due to concerns around its efficacy against Omicron subvariant 'Kraken.'

Germany won't be a 'party to the war' amid tanks exports to Ukraine: Ambassador

The German ambassador to Canada says Germany will not become 'a party to the conflict' in Ukraine, despite it and several other countries announcing they'll answer President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's pleas for tanks, possibly increasing the risk of Russian escalation.

W5 EXCLUSIVE

W5 EXCLUSIVE | Interviewing a narco hitman: my journey into Mexico's cartel heartland

W5 goes deep into the narco heartland to interview a commander with one of Mexico's most brutal cartels. W5's documentary 'Narco Avocados' airs Saturday at 7 pm on CTV.

OPINION

OPINION | Selling a home? How to know if you qualify for a capital gains exemption

When selling a home, Canadians may be exempted from paying capital gains tax on a residential property -- if it's their principal residence. On CTVNews.ca, personal finance contributor Christopher Liew explains what's determined as a principal residence, and what properties are eligible for the exemption.

What we know -- and still don't know -- about what led to Tyre Nichols' death

Tyre Nichols was hospitalized after he was pulled over on January 7, police have said. Five Memphis Police Department officers, who also are Black, were fired after an internal investigation and are facing criminal charges, including second-degree murder.

Inflation-focused Pierre Poilievre back to Parliament as health-care talks loom

With a deal under negotiation between Ottawa and provinces, and premiers invited to a meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in early February, the issue remains one where the Tory leader's position appears somewhat murky, including to some inside his own party.

Vancouver Island

Downtown road closures planned for Victoria Chinese New Year parade

Road closures are planned for downtown Victoria on Sunday as lion dancers take to the streets to celebrate Chinese New Year.
Victoria nurse reprimanded for drinking on the job, encouraging others to do so

A Victoria nurse who drank alcohol at his workplace and encouraged subordinates to do the same has been reprimanded by his professional college.
Plush monkey inspires Olympic swimmer to write children's book

Before we can appreciate the important role a plush toy named Monkey Guy has played in Elaine Tanner’s life, we need go back to when people started calling her Mighty Mouse.

Calgary

Convoy of Albertans make a 'Coutts Loop' in border town to mark 1-year anniversary of blockade

A convoy of Albertans marked the one-year anniversary of the Coutts border blockade in the tiny southern Alberta border town Saturday.
SUV slides into side of northwest Calgary home Saturday morning

An SUV slid into a house in northwest Calgary Saturday morning.
Winter in the Woods Festival warms up Bragg Creek

Bragg Creek residents braved the cold Saturday to raise money for a local hot-spot.

Edmonton

CRA head says it 'wouldn't be worth the effort' to review all ineligible pandemic payments

The head of the Canada Revenue Agency says it 'wouldn't be worth the effort' to fully review $15.5 billion in potentially ineligible pandemic wage benefit payments flagged by Canada's Auditor General.
With break looming, Oilers won't look past Blackhawks

The Edmonton Oilers received a good lesson if they tuned into what transpired when their next opponents, the Chicago Blackhawks, faced their Alberta rivals.
John de Ruiter makes first court appearance; book author says women in Oasis have been 'traumatized'

The self-proclaimed spiritual leader accused of sexually assaulting four of his female followers between 2017 and 2020 made his first court appearance in Edmonton.

Toronto

$3.85M 'opulent McMansion' sits on the market in Toronto as longtime tenants displaced

The transformation of a house in downtown Toronto – from a multi-unit with below market rent to a luxury single-family home – is not an anomaly. But rather, housing and legal experts say it is emblematic of why a housing crisis continues to grip the city.
Man allegedly assaults TTC streetcar riders in downtown Toronto

A man allegedly assaulted riders on a TTC streetcar in downtown Toronto on Saturday, according to Toronto police.
Ontarians can get money back with these personal income tax credits

While the deadline to file your taxes is months away, there are some personal tax credits Ontarians may qualify for that require some time pilfering through receipts to get them.

Montreal

Montreal-area private school teacher arrested in connection with child pornography

Parents at a private school on Montreal's South Shore received a disturbing letter Friday night informing them a teacher had been arrested in connection with child pornography. Gilles Croteau is a math teacher at Collège Trinité, a high school in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville.
'It's very frustrating, and it's scary': Kanesatake Grand Chief calling for better security from the SQ

Some Indigenous communities in Quebec that are patrolled by provincial police say the established system does not fully meet security needs and needs improvement.
Woman in her 30s seriously injured in Lachine stabbing; man, 47, arrested

A woman in her 30s was stabbed and seriously injured in Montreal's Lachine borough Saturday morning. A 47-year-old man was arrested. Montreal police (SPVM) could not confirm the relationship between the victim and suspect.

Winnipeg

Extreme cold weather to stay for several days: Environment Canada

As extreme cold weather brings wind chill values nearing -40°C, it's impacting everything from winter recreation to the city's most vulnerable population.
Two charged in North Point Douglas assault

Two men face assault charges after an apartment stabbing in North Point Douglas Friday.
Police seize drugs, weapons in several Friday busts

Winnipeg police have made multiple arrests in several drug busts on Friday.

Saskatoon

Fire and police respond to roof collapse in northwest Saskatoon

The Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) called in the fire department to inspect a building in the city’s northwest early Saturday morning.
'A long period of extreme wind chill': Environment Canada warns of deep freeze in Sask.

An Arctic air mass is settling in over the eastern prairies, and Environment Canada is warning of extreme cold conditions.
Former Saskatchewan Roughrider, David Albright, dead at 63

Former Saskatchewan Roughrider and 1989 Grey Cup Champion, David Albright, has died. He was 63.

Regina

'Everyone can curate their own style': Vintage trends keeping fashion in the past

A local market in Regina is highlighting the growing trend of buying vintage clothes, shoes and more.
'A long period of extreme wind chill': Environment Canada warns of deep freeze in Sask.

An Arctic air mass is settling in over the eastern prairies, and Environment Canada is warning of extreme cold conditions.
New trial ordered for Sask. man whose drug trafficking charges were stayed due to COVID-19 delays

A Saskatchewan man who had his charges stayed based on pandemic delays in court will be headed back for trial, after a ruling from the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal.

Atlantic

Faculty at Cape Breton University go on strike to back demands for higher wages

Some faculty members at Cape Breton University have walked off the job. Their strike started Friday, with the faculty's union saying the administration has disrespected it at every turn, leading to a large number of labour grievances.
Nova Scotians hopeful new medical school will relieve health-care crisis

A day after Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston announced a second medical school for the province, people around Cape Breton are still celebrating.
Halifax Thunderbirds honour Indigenous roots of lacrosse

The Halifax Thunderbirds hosted its annual Every Child Matters night Friday, which included a pre-game ceremony to draw attention to and honour the victims and survivors of Canada’s residential school system.

London

'I can’t do much about the uninformed': Drag queen story time in Sarnia, Ont. met with protesters

The supporters outnumbered the protesters more than 20-to-one. As drag queen Amanda Villa prepared to sing and read to children in Sarnia, a small group of protesters marched outside, while more than 100 supporters of the rally “All You Need is Love” spent time chasing them around the parking lot, and having peaceful discussions about acceptance and hate.
Special weather statement issued for London, Ont. region

Only a few days after a large winter weather system rolled through southern Ontario, Environment Canada has once again issued a special weather statement for the London region, warning of a snow-rain mix expected to begin Saturday night.
Elementary school flashbacks aside, dodgeball a growing adult sport

Upwards of 300 athletes are in London, Ont. this weekend for a major tournament. But the visitors are not here for any sport you might be expecting, including hockey or figure skating — they are taking part in the Forest City Invitational Dodgeball Tournament.

Northern Ontario

Protests planned this weekend in North Bay to mark the anniversary of the ‘Freedom Convoy’

Northern supporters of the ‘Freedom Convoy’ mark the anniversary of last winter's demonstrations across Canada by holding a gathering of their own this weekend in North Bay.
W5 EXCLUSIVE
W5 EXCLUSIVE | Interviewing a narco hitman: my journey into Mexico's cartel heartland

W5 goes deep into the narco heartland to interview a commander with one of Mexico's most brutal cartels. W5's documentary 'Narco Avocados' airs Saturday at 7 pm on CTV.
Saving Laurentian University's green space

More than 50 people came out on Saturday for a walk, organized by the Coalition for a Liveable Sudbury through the Laurentian University 'green space.' The 200 hectare piece of land has been a concern for many, given the questions around the university's financial stability and debts.

Kitchener

'I'm very happy about the decision': Resident reacts to judge dismissing region’s bid for encampment injunction

The Region of Waterloo has lost a court bid for an injunction to evict residents of an encampment on municipally owned land at Victoria Street North and Weber Street West in Kitchener.
Elora drag queen show organizers hopeful for conflict free night despite online pushback

A drag queen show in Elora will continue Saturday night as planned, despite organizers saying concerns were raised after online comments targeted the event.
City of Kitchener declares snow event as up to 15 cm of snowfall overnight possible

For the second time this week, the City of Kitchener has declared a snow event, meaning parking overnight on city streets is prohibited.