Ever considered leaving your children in the car just for a few minutes while you popped into a store to run a quick errand? One Ontario doctor has staged a 'hot car challenge,' giving a firsthand demonstration of just how dangerous a vehicle can get, footage that will make you think twice about leaving your kids unattended. In other news, we have the latest about revelations surrounding the pick for the next Governor General.
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1. Questions over Payette: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Governor General Designate Julie Payette will inspire Canadians, as he defends the pick following revelations she faced a quickly dropped assault charge.
2. Bernardo parole: Convicted killer Paul Bernardo has seen his day parole hearing pushed back to this fall. Bernardo began his application for day parole last year but will now have a hearing set for October.
3. Lotto limit: A million dollar lottery ticket won in Ontario's lake country expires in four days, fuelling questions about the winner's identity. Lottery officials say it's uncommon to see a big prize such as this go unclaimed.
4. Sweltering heat: An Ontario doctor has staged a "hot car challenge," staying inside a sweltering car for five minutes, to highlight how dangerous being left in a warm car can be. It's a stark reminder that even a few minutes can be devastating for a child.
5. Wedding kindness: Two Saskatchewan business owners joined forces to help a teenager show off future wedding dresses to her mother, who has Stage 4 pancreatic cancer and might not live to see the big day due to her condition.
