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CANADA

'I want to reclaim my stolen education': Day School survivor's fight to learn

An Indigenous elder forced to attend Day School as a child says it robbed her of an education, and caused a cycle of trauma that her son has struggled to break.

Linda Jack, a Cowichan elder living on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, says Day School robbed her of an education.

Man arrested in violent, homophobic attack at Toronto Island

A man has been arrested in connection with a violent, homophobic assault on Toronto Island that left a man with significant injuries earlier this month, Toronto police say.

Police allege a man assaulted an officer when they intervened in 'large fight' at a popular Vancouver beach

Police officers in Vancouver say they responded to a 'large fight and a possible assault' at English Bay on Friday evening, and a person who witnessed the incident is accusing the police of racism.

Families speak out against police violence at BLM Toronto Juneteenth event in Ottawa

Several Black and Indigenous families who say their loved ones have been harmed and killed by police came together in Ottawa to mark Juneteenth and demand accountability and changes to the justice system.

Alberta to lift COVID-19 restrictions on Canada Day

Having immunized 70 per cent of its eligible population with at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, Alberta will lift public health restrictions in two weeks, Premier Jason Kenney announced Friday.

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BARRIE

Barrie police investigating Circle K robbery

Barrie police are investigating a robbery that happened overnight at a convenience store near Georgian College.
Two people sent to hospital following collision in Haliburton

Two people have been sent to hospital following what officers are calling a serious collision in Haliburton Highlands.
Collingwood bottle drive gives back to the community

On Saturday, June 19, 2021 the Collingwood District and Kinsmen Club hosted a bottle drive at Kinsmen Park to support local charities.

Calgary

Edmonton

Alberta to lift COVID-19 restrictions on Canada Day

Having immunized 70 per cent of its eligible population with at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, Alberta will lift public health restrictions in two weeks, Premier Jason Kenney announced Friday.
Edmonton moves ahead with Canada Day fireworks

Mayor Don Iveson announced Saturday that the city will putting on a firework display July 1.
Border restrictions extension means a tough month for some Alberta businesses

Some Alberta businesses say they're feeling left behind following an announcement that travel restrictions at the Canada-U.S. border will remain in place for at least another month.

KITCHENER

Another 61 COVID-19 cases reported in Waterloo Region

Region of Waterloo Public Health is reporting 61 new cases of COVID-19, continuing a trend of rising infections officials say could put moving into step two of the province's reopening plan on hold.
Ontario surpasses 9,000 COVID-19 deaths, adds more than 350 new cases

COVID-19 deaths in Ontario have surpassed 9,000 as the province logged more than 350 new infections Saturday.
Vigil in Kitchener one of many across Canada pushing back against anti-Muslim hate

A vigil in Kitchener was just one of many across the country being held Friday night to push back against anti-Muslim hate.

LONDON

'His soul is still here,' Family upset EMDC crosses to the dead will be removed

For the families of the 18 people who have died, a roadside memorial of crosses in front of Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre (EMDC) is a sacred place
London, Ont. Families host 'Pancakes For Peace' to support Afzaal Family

Three families from the Deer Ridge neighbourhood in West London, Ont. hosted a pancake breakfast Saturday to start conversations about breaking down barriers in their community
Six new COVID-19 cases and zero deaths in Middlesex-London

The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is reporting six new COVID-19 cases, but no new deaths Saturday, and is making it easier to cancel unneeded vaccine appointments.

MONTREAL

NORTHERN ONTARIO

OPP advise of increased wildlife collisions in North Bay area

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in North Bay are advising of increased highway collisions involving deer, moose, and bear in the area when compared to June of last year.
Father’s Day dinner for those experiencing homelessness in Sudbury

After taking some time away to focus on his own health Bob Johnston says he’s happy to be back serving those in Sudbury experiencing homelessness.
Algoma University is planning to offer more educational opportunities in the Timmins area

Going away to university in a new city is a rite of passage for many students. But some university officials say times are changing and they must do the same.

OTTAWA

Ottawa residents may have to interchange mRNA vaccines as more Moderna doses arrive, city says

Ottawa Public Health issued a statement this week, encouraging Ottawa residents to take the first COVID-19 vaccine available as your second dose to provide earlier two-dose protection.
OPH reports 18 new COVID-19 cases, 1 new death in Ottawa

Ottawa Public Health says 18 more people in Ottawa have tested positive for COVID-19 and one more person has died.
Arnprior man rescues two girls from drowning at Robert Simpson Park

It was a typical Sunday evening for Arnprior resident Steve McGonigal.

Regina

Sask. to begin Step 3 of COVID-19 reopening plan on July 11

Saskatchewan will officially start the third and final phase of its reopening plan on July 11.
One confirmed dead after early morning house explosion in Saskatoon

Police have confirmed a person is dead following a home explosion in Saskatoon early Saturday morning.
55 new COVID-19 cases, 57 recoveries reported in Sask.

There were 55 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Saskatchewan on Saturday, along with 57 recoveries.

Saskatoon

TORONTO

Ontario surpasses 9,000 COVID-19 deaths, adds more than 350 new cases

COVID-19 deaths in Ontario have surpassed 9,000 as the province logged more than 350 new infections Saturday.
Man arrested in violent, homophobic attack at Toronto Island

A man has been arrested in connection with a violent, homophobic assault on Toronto Island that left a man with significant injuries earlier this month, Toronto police say.
25% of Toronto adults are fully vaccinated against COVID-19; 75% received first dose

Toronto marked two COVID-19 vaccine milestones on Saturday as one in four adults are now fully vaccinated against the disease and 75 per cent have received their first dose.

Vancouver

Vancouver Island

Windsor

Three people rescued from Lake Erie near Kingsville, Friday

Three people were rescued from Lake Erie after their speed boat sank near Kingsville, Friday
Wheatley residents allowed back home after two-week evacuation even though ‘We cannot tell people it's safe’

Municipal officials are “shrinking” the evacuation order down to just two properties and allowing all 31 residents to return home
16 new COVID-19 cases and one additional death in Windsor-Essex

Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is reporting 16 new cases of COVID-19 and one new death on Saturday.

WINNIPEG

12-year-old boy dies following altercation between two groups Friday evening: police

Winnipeg police are investigating after a 12-year-old boy was stabbed Friday evening and later died from his injuries.
Three new COVID-19 deaths, 151 new cases in Manitoba Saturday

The province announced three new deaths linked to COVID-19 on Saturday, all of which tied to the B.1.1.7 variant, otherwise known as the Alpha variant.
WHO action plan on alcohol sparks confusion, allegations of sexism

A global action plan on alcohol laid out by the World Health Organization (WHO) has come under fire after some interpreted that the WHO had proposed to ban people of childbearing age from drinking alcohol entirely.

Politics

PM says Canada to receive 68M COVID-19 doses by end of July

By the end of July, Canada will have received 'over 68 million' doses of COVID-19 vaccines, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Friday, resulting in more Canadians being able to receive their second doses earlier than expected.
Businesses, U.S. legislators fume as Canada extends travel ban; Trudeau stands firm

Canada is extending a ban on nonessential travel with the United States and the rest of the world until July 21, officials said on Friday, prompting frustration from businesses and U.S. legislators.
Canada's cyberspy agency may have broken privacy law, intelligence watchdog says

The national intelligence watchdog says Canada's cyberspy agency may have broken the law in disclosing personal information about Canadians.
Trudeau defends Sajjan, accuses Tories of slandering embattled defence minister

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau voiced his support for Harjit Sajjan on Friday after opposition parties banded together in the House of Commons to censure the embattled defence minister. He used part of his opening statement during his first COVID-19 update in a week to tout Sajjan's previous service as a police and military officer before accusing the Conservatives of slandering the minister.
PHAC head maintains he's bound by law not to release docs on fired scientists

The head of the Public Health Agency of Canada is showing no sign he'll release unredacted documents about the firing of two scientists at Canada's highest security laboratory - despite the prospect of being publicly shamed in the House of Commons for his refusal to turn them over.
Canadian Blood Services aiming to make submission in 2021 to remove blood ban

Canadian Blood Services says it is making plans to submit an application to Health Canada by the end of 2021 to replace the blood ban with a sexual behaviour-based screening model for all donors.

World

Hard-line judiciary head wins Iran presidency as turnout low

Iran's hard-line judiciary chief won a landslide victory Saturday in the country's presidential election, a vote that both propelled the supreme leader's protege into Tehran's highest civilian position and saw the lowest turnout in the Islamic Republic's history.
'Inclusion is the new protection': One-on-one with the head of the UN's refugee agency

A new United Nations report reveals that last year, 82.4 million people around the world were forcibly displaced from their homes. Filippo Grandi, the UN's High Commissioner for Refugees, spoke with CTV's Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor Lisa LaFlamme about the worsening refugee crisis.
Vacationing kids cited for dragging Florida gator with noose

Three California children got in trouble after catching an alligator by its neck and dragging it to shore while vacationing near a Florida lake. Authorities said the children hooked a noose around the gator at Fay Lake Wilderness Park in Port St. John and dragged it to shore Thursday night.
Rome court convicts 4 men for sexual assault, murder of teen

An Italian court late Saturday convicted four African men in the drugging, aggravated sexual assault and murder of an Italian teen in Rome, a crime that spurred calls in Italy for quick expulsions of migrants illegally living in in the country, state TV and private Italian media said.
Arizona police shoot suspect who struck multiple cyclists with vehicle

Police in Show Low, Arizona, on Saturday shot a suspect who they say struck multiple cyclists with a vehicle during a bicycle race.
Cheers and quiet reflection from U.S. crowds marking Juneteenth

Marching bands sparked loud cheers and quieter reflections about racial justice from crowds gathered on Saturday to mark Juneteenth as a new U.S. federal holiday commemorating the end of the legal enslavement of Black Americans.

Canada

'I want to reclaim my stolen education': Day School survivor's fight to learn

An Indigenous elder forced to attend Day School as a child says it robbed her of an education, and caused a cycle of trauma that her son has struggled to break.
Man arrested in violent, homophobic attack at Toronto Island

A man has been arrested in connection with a violent, homophobic assault on Toronto Island that left a man with significant injuries earlier this month, Toronto police say.
Police allege a man assaulted an officer when they intervened in 'large fight' at a popular Vancouver beach

Police officers in Vancouver say they responded to a 'large fight and a possible assault' at English Bay on Friday evening, and a person who witnessed the incident is accusing the police of racism.

Health

WHO action plan on alcohol sparks confusion, allegations of sexism

A global action plan on alcohol laid out by the World Health Organization (WHO) has come under fire after some interpreted that the WHO had proposed to ban people of childbearing age from drinking alcohol entirely.
It's not just Delta -- other coronavirus variants also worry scientists

While health officials are warning most about the Delta variant, other coronavirus variants are also keeping scientists up at night.
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UPDATED | Canada hits important target with 20 per cent of the eligible population now fully vaccinated

Canada has hit a major milestone with 20 per cent of the eligible population now fully vaccinated, a target government officials have said was needed before the country could proceed with the easing of COVID-19 health restrictions.

Entertainment

Partygoers, police injured at COVID-19 curfew-busting rave in France

A 22-year-old man lost his hand and several others were also injured amid clashes as police tried to break up an unauthorized rave party in western France, authorities said Saturday.
Denis Villeneuve's sci-fi epic 'Dune' to debut at Venice Film Festival

Quebec director Denis Villeneuve will debut his highly anticipated sci-fi feature 'Dune' at the Venice Film Festival in September. The festival says the big-screen adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel will make its world premiere out of competition on Sept. 3.
Daredevil Alex Harvill dies while practising for a world record motorcycle jump

Daredevil Alex Harvill died Thursday while practising for a world record motorcycle ramp jump, officials in Washington state said. He was 28 years old.

Sci-Tech

Evidence suggests European plague victims buried with 'considerable care,' not just in mass graves

Researchers from the University of Cambridge in the U.K. have discovered the first evidence that European victims of the Black Death were buried with care in individual graves and not just in mass gravesites.
Hubble telescope data confirms existence of galaxies without dark matter

Data from the Hubble telescope has confirmed the existence of galaxies without dark matter, once thought to be an essential part of the celestial body’s makeup, a new study suggests.
Weird 'living fossil' fish lives 100 years, pregnant for 5

The coelacanth -- a giant weird fish still around from dinosaur times -- can live for 100 years, a new study found.

Business

AstraZeneca, EU both claim a win in COVID-19 vaccine delivery tussle

A Belgian court ruled Friday that coronavirus vaccine-maker AstraZeneca had committed a 'serious breach' of its contract with the European Union amid a major legal battle over delivery obligations that has tarnished the company's image.
Why Wall Street is in such a rush to get workers back to the office

Wall Street is in a rush to get workers back in the office to bring back the face-to-face camaraderie, training and to negate security concerns
Pattie Lovett-Reid: Advice for the $70M lottery jackpot winner

On CTVNews.ca, CTV News' Chief Financial Commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid shares her advice for the winner of the Lotto Max draw, the largest prize pool in Canadian lottery history with a projected jackpot of $70 million.

Autos

Judge: No car show trip for man arrested in Capitol riot

A federal judge on Friday said he won't allow an Arkansas man arrested after he was photographed sitting at a desk in House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office during the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot to travel for a classic-car swap meet.
Loblaw expands PC Optimum at Esso stations, points redeemable on gas, car washes

Canada's biggest food and drugstore retailer is expanding its loyalty program at Esso gas stations, allowing PC Optimum members to both earn and redeem points when they fuel up.
Ford says outlook for 2nd quarter is improving

Ford's second-quarter outlook is improving, with large numbers of customers making reservations for four of its new vehicles.

Lifestyle

17th century European paintings found in roadside dumpster

Police are appealing for information on how two original paintings from 17th century European artists ended up in a roadside dumpster in southeast Germany.
Cree model uses her platform to advocate for Indigenous women and girls

When Ashley Callingbull was crowned Mrs. Universe in 2015, she was the first Canadian and Indigenous woman to every hold that title. Since then, she hasn't stopped breaking barriers for Indigenous women and girls while using her voice to be a changemaker.
Dolce & Gabbana's 'light therapy' collection celebrates life

Dolce & Gabbana are coaxing men off their sofas and back into the world with a resplendent collection inspired by the extravagant lighting installations of southern Italian street festivals.

Sports

Germany clicks at Euro 2020 with 4-2 win over Portugal

Germany finally clicked into gear at the European Championship, with a little help from defending champion Portugal. The Portuguese became the first team to score two own-goals in one game at the continental tournament, giving the Germans a 4-2 victory on Saturday and ending fears of another group-stage exit.
Habs' Richardson pays tribute to late daughter after first NHL win

Montreal Canadiens assistant coach Luke Richardson's daughter is never far from his thoughts -- or his heart.
India's legendary sprinter Milkha Singh, 'The Flying Sikh,' dies age 91 of COVID-19 complications

Legendary Indian sprinter Milkha Singh has died at the age of 91 after a month-long battle with COVID-19, according to a family statement