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Nova Scotia reports 91 new COVID-19 cases Monday, active cases drop to 1,434

Nova Scotia health officials are reporting 91 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, as the active number of cases in the province drops to 1,434.

Nova Scotia health officials say 187 previously reported cases are now considered resolved, with the total number of active cases dropping to 1,434. (Photo courtesy: Communications Nova Scotia)

These 6 alleged gang members pose 'a significant risk' to public safety, Vancouver police say

Authorities have released the names and photos of six alleged gang members believed to pose "a significant risk" to public safety in B.C.'s Lower Mainland.

New report investigating LGBTQ2S+ inclusivity in federal departments find gaps, 'lack of strategy'

A new report looking at the inclusion and treatment of LGBTQ2S+ employees within federal departments over the last year has found a 'lack of centralized strategy' for inclusion of LGBTQ2S+ people.

Canada to get 4.5M vaccine doses as questions swirl around immunization effort

Canada is set to receive a large infusion of COVID-19 vaccines this week, even as questions swirl around how the immunization drive will be affected by the sudden departure of the man tasked with overseeing it.

Fewer than 2,200 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Ontario for second straight day

Ontario is reporting fewer than 2,200 new cases of COVID-19 for the second day in a row.

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ATLANTIC

BARRIE

Simcoe Muskoka residents 18+ are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday

Starting Tuesday, people aged 18 and over in Simcoe Muskoka will be able to sign up for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Huntsville OPP charge driver for impairment, drug possession

A traffic stop in Huntsville led OPP to seizing fentanyl and charging a driver and passenger of the vehicle.
Drop in COVID-19 cases across Simcoe Muskoka continues

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is continuing to post a downward trend with its latest COVID-19 data, as cases continue to drop week over week.

Calgary

Edmonton

Alberta adds fewer than 1K cases for first time since late March

Alberta added 721 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, the first time the number of daily new cases was less than 1,000 since April 6 and the smallest daily increase since March 30.
Kenney appeals for patience, promises relaxed restrictions coming as COVID-19 vaccinations numbers grow

The premier said some restrictions could be relaxed in the coming weeks if vaccinations continue to grow and hospitalizations begin to fall.
Settled: Sohi is running to be Edmonton's mayor

Former city councillor and federal cabinet minister Amarjeet Sohi is throwing his hat into the race to be Edmonton’s next mayor.

KITCHENER

Around half of all Waterloo-Wellington area residents have received first COVID-19 vaccine dose

The health units for Waterloo Region and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph have both announced big milestones on their COVID-19 vaccine journeys.
14 charged in connection to April 'No More Lockdowns' rally in Stratford

Stratford police have charged 14 people in connection with a late-April "No More Lockdowns" anti-restrictions rally that drew more than 700 protestors.
Elmira teen sentenced as adult for killing mother

A teen from Elmira has been sentenced as adult to life in prison for killing his mother.

LONDON

Outbreak associated with London, Ont. funeral grows to 16 people

The number of COVID-19 cases associated with a London, Ont. funeral continue to rise.
Region sees dramatic drop in new and active cases, one new death

The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) is reporting just 26 new cases of COVID-19 Monday, a tie for the second lowest daily report since March, but a glitch in the system may be the reason for the drop.
Eastbound Highway 401 closed for collision near Dutton, Ont.

The eastbound lanes of Highway 401 were closed Monday afternoon due to a crash.

MONTREAL

NORTHERN ONTARIO

Timmins declares state of emergency as COVID cases, hospitalizations climb

The City of Timmins declared a state of emergency Monday, and began offering vaccines to people ages 12 and older as the area tries to halt soaring COVID-19 infections.
'Suspicious' fire closes roadway at Midas building in North Bay

For the second time in recent months, the Midas building in North Bay is on fire.
Another death linked to COVID-19 in Greater Sudbury

Public Health Sudbury & Districts announced Monday someone has died from illness related to COVID-19.

OTTAWA

All adults eligible to book COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Ottawa on Tuesday

Ottawa residents 18 and over are next in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine this week, ahead of schedule.
Ontario could reopen outdoor recreational amenities before stay-at-home order expires, health minister says

Health Minister Christine Elliott says that her government will reopen recreational amenities 'on or before June 2' when the current stay-at-home order is set to expire.
Ottawa sees 77 new COVID-19 cases Monday, with one new death

Ottawa Public Health is reporting 77 more people in Ottawa have tested positive for COVID-19, marking the third straight day the health unit has reported fewer than 100 new cases.

Regina

License suspension, garnishment of wages, jail time possible for those with unpaid public health order tickets

The Saskatchewan government may suspend driver’s licenses, garnish wages or withhold GST rebates and tax returns from those with unpaid fines related to the public health order.
Travel advisory for Regina-area lifted, effective immediately

The advisory against travel in and out of the Regina area has been lifted, the province said Monday.
Regina's Maple Leaf pool to reopen June 14

The City of Regina is aiming to open the newly renovated Maple Leaf pool on June 14.

Saskatoon

TORONTO

4-year-old boy dies in hospital following Vaughan, Ont. crash, teen driver facing upgraded charges

A four-year-old boy has died in hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Vaughan, Ont. on Sunday afternoon, leading to upgraded charges for the teenage driver behind the wheel.
Ontario could reopen outdoor recreational amenities before stay-at-home order expires, health minister says

Health Minister Christine Elliott says that her government will reopen recreational amenities 'on or before June 2' when the current stay-at-home order is set to expire.
Two workers rescued from trench after industrial accident in North York

Emergency crews are on scene of an industrial accident after two workers were rescued from a trench in North York on Monday afternoon.

Vancouver

Vancouver Island

Windsor

Reopening envy hits some Windsor-Essex residents as U.S. loosens restrictions

Many Windsor-Essex are experiencing reopening envy, while others have found ways to get a break from the provincial COVID-19 stay-at-home orders.
'Progress' being made toward getting Windsor-Essex residents cross-border vaccine exemption

Existing Canadian laws may allow Canadians to cross the United States border to get vaccinated without the requirement to quarantine on a case-by-case basis, according to Windsor Regional Hospital CEO David Musyj.
'A community win,' how a Chatham gym remains open during the lockdown

Performance 360 Fitness has reopened but only for a small group of members, with special privileges.

WINNIPEG

Inmate at Women's Correctional Centre dies over weekend

An inmate at the Women's Correctional Centre in Manitoba died over the weekend.
1 COVID-19 death, 430 new cases on Monday

A man in his 60s from the Southern Health region is the most recent Manitoban to die with COVID-19, as health officials report more than 400 new cases on Monday.
Manitoba hospitals feeling strain from high COVID-19 case numbers

The rising number of COVID-19 cases being reported in Manitoba is having a strain on the province’s hospitals.

Politics

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UPDATED | Feds face calls to be more transparent about Fortin's departure, as replacement expected soon

The federal government faced new calls Monday to be more transparent with Canadians about Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin's departure, with ministers taking questions about the matter in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's absence. Now, with the vaccine rollout in a pivotal moment without a logistical lead, Fortin's replacement could be named imminently.
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EXCLUSIVE | Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin facing historical sexual misconduct allegation: CTV News sources

CTV News has learned that since March, the military has been aware of a sexual misconduct claim against Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin, who stepped down from his role overseeing the vaccine rollout two days ago.
New report investigating LGBTQ2S+ inclusivity in federal departments find gaps, 'lack of strategy'

A new report looking at the inclusion and treatment of LGBTQ2S+ employees within federal departments over the last year has found a 'lack of centralized strategy' for inclusion of LGBTQ2S+ people.
House committee hears clashing expert opinions on Bill C-10

Taking a pause from their clause-by-clause review of Bill C-10, the House of Commons' heritage committee heard from experts on Monday who both strongly oppose and defend the contents of the legislation.
Spy watchdog calls for changes to ensure information-sharing does not lead to torture

A review by the national spy watchdog has found inconsistencies when it comes to federal efforts to ensure information-sharing with foreign agencies does not result in torture.
Canada, U.S. air trade grievances in advance of trilateral meeting to talk USMCA

Canada and the United States have put their respective grievances on the table in advance of a key meeting about the new North American trade deal.

World

A walk through Sheikh Jarrah, a flashpoint in Israeli-Palestinian tension

CTV News' Paul Workman walks a divided street in Sheikh Jarrah, a small community that is seen as a flashpoint in the escalating tension between Israelis and Palestinians. See his report at CTVNews.ca.
Biden expresses 'support' for cease-fire in Netanyahu call

The White House says U.S. President Joe Biden expressed 'support' for a cease-fire in a call to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Monday, the eighth day of Israeli-Palestinian fighting.
Israeli strikes hit Gaza tunnels as truce efforts remain elusive

The Israeli military unleashed another heavy wave of airstrikes Monday on the Gaza Strip, saying it destroyed militant tunnels and the homes of nine Hamas commanders. International diplomacy to end the weeklong war that has killed hundreds appeared to make little headway.
Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly coronavirus surge

A powerful cyclone that emerged in the Arabian Sea made landfall on India's western coast on Monday, hours after authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and suspended COVID-19 vaccinations in one state.
Arizona mom denies killing 2 children with meat cleaver

An Arizona woman accused in the grisly slayings of her two children with a meat cleaver made her first court appearance Monday, where she denied harming them
Joy for U.K. pubs and hugs tempered by rise in COVID-19 variant

Pubs and restaurants across much of the U.K. opened for indoor service for the first time since early January on Monday, even as the prime minister urged people to be cautious amid the spread of a more contagious COVID-19 variant.

Canada

Nova Scotia reports 91 new COVID-19 cases Monday, active cases drop to 1,434

Nova Scotia health officials are reporting 91 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, as the active number of cases in the province drops to 1,434.
These 6 alleged gang members pose 'a significant risk' to public safety, Vancouver police say

Authorities have released the names and photos of six alleged gang members believed to pose "a significant risk" to public safety in B.C.'s Lower Mainland.
New report investigating LGBTQ2S+ inclusivity in federal departments find gaps, 'lack of strategy'

A new report looking at the inclusion and treatment of LGBTQ2S+ employees within federal departments over the last year has found a 'lack of centralized strategy' for inclusion of LGBTQ2S+ people.

Health

Parents of 4-year-old girl who died from rare brain cancer call for more awareness

The parents of a four-year-old Ontario girl are remembering their daughter and working to raise more awareness about DIPG, a rare terminal brain cancer, after her death last December.
WHO chief urges COVID-19 vaccine makers to advance doses for COVAX

The head of the World Health Organization called on COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers to make shots available to the COVAX vaccine-sharing facility earlier than planned due to a supply shortfall left by Indian export disruptions.
You can now buy a rapid COVID-19 test at Shoppers Drug Mart locations in Ontario

One of Ontario’s biggest retail pharmacy chains will now offer rapid antigen COVID-19 tests across the province.

Entertainment

De Niro says leg injury may prevent Tribeca fest appearance

A leg injury may keep Robert De Niro from celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Tribeca Film Festival. The accident happened last week in Oklahoma while on location for the upcoming Martin Scorsese film, 'Killers of the Flower Moon.'
Tsuut'ina Nation approves drive-in movie performance despite Alberta's ban

A few days after Alberta Health Services said a drive in movie activity could not take place on the Tsuut'ina Nation, that nation's chief and council say it will go ahead and it will be safe for spectators.
Andrea Meza of Mexico crowned 69th Miss Universe

Andrea Meza of Mexico has been crowned Miss Universe. The Miss Universe competition airs in more than 160 territories and countries across the globe.

Sci-Tech

Sharks use Earth's magnetic field as a GPS, scientists say

Sharks use the Earth's magnetic field as a sort of natural GPS to navigate journeys that take them great distances across the world's oceans, scientists have found.
Climate change may be accelerating decay of ancient Indonesian cave art, study says

A new Australian study suggests that climate change may be accelerating the degradation of Indonesia's ancient cave art.
Canadian researchers work to determine authenticity of message in a bottle from passenger on the Titanic

Canadian researchers are investigating the authenticity of a message in a bottle allegedly thrown from the Titanic two days before it sank.

Business

Bitcoin hits 3-month low and then rallies on Musk tweets

Bitcoin rallied from a three-month low on Monday in a volatile session that saw investors initially selling and then buying cryptocurrencies in the wake of Tesla boss Elon Musk-s tweets about the carmaker's bitcoin holdings.
Commodities lift S&P/TSX composite to start trading week, loonie hits six-year high

Strength in the commodities sectors lifted Canada's main stock index to its best close and propelled the loonie to its highest level in six years.
Transit providers say Greyhound's pullout could present expansion opportunities

Intercity transit providers say they're looking at opportunities for expansion in the wake of Greyhound Canada's decision to cease operations last week.

Autos

Greyhound Canada to cut all routes, end operations

Greyhound Canada is permanently cutting all bus routes across the country, shutting down the intercity bus carrier's operations in Canada after nearly a century of service.
Don't fill plastic bags with gas, U.S. safety agency warns

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warned Americans Wednesday not to fill plastic bags with gasoline as a fuel shortage strikes the East Coast.
New Ford models can get over-the-internet software updates

Ford says it is starting to send out over-the-internet software updates to some of its newer models as it moves to offer technology to match electric car maker Tesla.

Lifestyle

Parents of 4-year-old girl who died from rare brain cancer call for more awareness

The parents of a four-year-old Ontario girl are remembering their daughter and working to raise more awareness about DIPG, a rare terminal brain cancer, after her death last December.
'Try not to smile' challenge: Winnipeg man inspires with TikTok channel of his blinding grin

In a time when we need smiles more than ever, a Winnipeg man has been lighting up Tik Tok with his mega-watt smile, inspiring parents to record their children’s instinctive grin in response.
Fred Sasakamoose, Indigenous NHL trailblazer, details his life in a new memoir

The first treaty Indigenous player in the NHL, Fred Sasakamoose, will tell his story in his own words in a posthumous memoir released this week.

Sports

Fred Sasakamoose, Indigenous NHL trailblazer, details his life in a new memoir

The first treaty Indigenous player in the NHL, Fred Sasakamoose, will tell his story in his own words in a posthumous memoir released this week.
LeBron vs. Steph: An NBA play-in game will be a superstar tussle

LeBron James and Stephen Curry will square off Wednesday for the No. 7 seed in the West NBA playoffs.
Toronto Raptors superfan honoured at Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Toronto Raptors superfan Nav Bhatia has become one of the first fans to ever be honoured at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.

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