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Ontario Premier Doug Ford to speak in Toronto

Premier Doug Ford is set to speak in Toronto on Tuesday morning, after addressing early Ontario election rumours a day earlier.

Muskoka could get up to 60 cm of snow

Northern areas of central Ontario could see up to 60 centimetres of snow today.

Harm reduction advocates hope high court will 'clarify' Canada's 'Good Samaritan' law

Canada's Good Samaritan law, which is meant to shield people from arrest after they seek help for someone in medical distress, is under spotlight in the Supreme Court of Canada.

CBC needed with Elon Musk 'meddling' in Canadian politics: heritage minister

Elon Musk’s increasing "meddling" in politics and recent changes at Meta to eliminate fact-checking make Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s promise to defund the CBC even more consequential, said Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge.

Canada settles class-action lawsuit by military members who alleged racism in uniform

The federal government has settled a class-action lawsuit with military members who were subjected to racism during their time in the Armed Forces.

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Muskoka could get up to 60 cm of snow

Northern areas of central Ontario could see up to 60 centimetres of snow today.
School bus cancellations across central Ontario

Several school boards have cancelled school transportation in areas expected to feel the worst of the snowstorm.
Another historical sexual assault charge laid against Beeton, Ont. man

A Beeton man is facing another count of sexual assault following an investigation by provincial police.

Calgary

Edmonton

Mark Carney appears on 'The Daily Show,' sources say he plans to launch leadership bid in Edmonton

A big name with ties to the city is expected to launch his bid to become the leader of the federal Liberal party, two sources tell CTV News Edmonton.
Firefighters prepare for strong winds that could fuel Los Angeles fire growth

A beefed-up firefighting force was staged around Los Angeles to attack flare-ups or new blazes and anxious residents prepared for more fire danger as winds began to build Tuesday, a week after two massive infernos destroyed thousands of homes and killed at least 24 people.
Oilers' Skinner bounces back with superb effort, shutout against Kings

It was a game that had a playoff vibe and Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner answered the bell accordingly.

Kelowna

West Kelowna fire chief says L.A. devastation a haunting reminder of B.C. blaze

The fire chief of a British Columbia community devastated by a fast-moving wildfire in 2023 says it's "haunting" to see similar circumstances playing out in Southern California.
1 hospitalized, residents displaced after Kelowna apartment fire

Firefighters knocked down a blaze on the third floor of a low-rise apartment building near downtown Kelowna Monday afternoon.
Lost skiers rescued off B.C. mountain

Search and rescue volunteers in B.C.’s Okanagan successfully reunited two skiers with their family Friday evening.

KITCHENER

Toronto man wanted in connection to shooting at Waterloo business

Jalen Belle-McCormack, 20, from Toronto, is currently wanted on a warrant in connection to a shooting at a Waterloo business on May 18, 2024.
WRPS investigating 'serious' 2-vehicle collision in Cambridge, charges anticipated

Police say they were called to the area of Blair Road and Langdon Drive around 9:15 p.m. Monday for reports of a collision between a white Volkswagen and an orange Dodge.
Mark Carney tells Jon Stewart the Liberal party has 'a chance' after Trudeau's resignation

Days ahead of his expected Liberal leadership campaign launch, former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor Mark Carney says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to step down boosts the party's chance in the next general election.

Lethbridge

'Cautiously optimistic': Home sales and starts expected to rise in Lethbridge in 2025

Those in Lethbridge's real estate sector are expecting anther busy year, with both home sales and starts expected to rise in 2025.
What Alberta is doing to prevent wildfires in Canmore, Bow Valley

As Alberta nears the start of another wildfire season, there are efforts underway to safeguard against wildfires in Canmore and the Bow Valley.
'Good neighbours': Montana residents share thoughts on Trump's '51st state' threat

As U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatens to annex Canada, some residents in Montana are sharing their thoughts on the idea of Canada becoming the “51st state.”

LONDON

Convicted field party killer pleads guilty to weapons charge

The 23-year-old man convicted in the bush party shooting of a teenager was back in court again on Monday, this time pleading guilty to a weapons offence.
Grieving mother hopes to implement Life Jacket Loaner program in Elgin County

Ryan Davies and his friends were out for an early morning fishing trip in the man-made lake when the canoe tipped over. Two people were rescued, but Davies, 26, never resurfaced.
Jury shown police interview with accused charged in death of her mother

The jury at the manslaughter trial of a London woman charged in connection with the death of her mother in July of 2021, viewed forensic photos of the accused and a police interview conducted just hours after the incident.

MONTREAL

N.L.

Heavy equipment used to bash into a Newfoundland bank for second time in a month

Police in eastern Newfoundland say that for the second time in less than a month thieves have used heavy equipment to smash into a bank and steal an ATM.
Yvonne Jones, longtime Liberal MP for Labrador, retiring from federal politics

Liberal MP Yvonne Jones speaks to reporters before a meeting of the Liberal women's caucus, on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. Jones announced this morning that she will not be running in the next federal election for her seat in Labrador. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
Quebec energy deal touted as new chapter for Newfoundland and Labrador heads for vote

A draft energy deal with Quebec heralded as a game-changer for indebted Newfoundland and Labrador is heading for a vote Thursday night at the legislature in St. John's, N.L.

NORTHERN ONTARIO

A B.C. man won a $2M jackpot. Members of his workplace lotto pool took him to court

A dispute over a $2 million jackpot among members of a workplace lotto pool has been settled by B.C.'s Supreme Court.
'We can live our lives again without worrying': Ontario man relieved after insurance company agrees to pay $620,000 hospital bill

An Ontario man who received a $620,000 medical bill from a Florida hospital is now relieved that his insurance company has reversed its decision and decided to pay the bill.
Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses its open-door policy

If you want to hang out or use the restroom at Starbucks, you’re going to have to buy something. Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a policy that invited everyone into its stores.

OTTAWA

16 per cent of all photo radar, red light camera tickets in Ottawa issued on a 1 km stretch of road

King Edward Avenue is the hot spot for photo radar and red light camera tickets, with 16 per cent of all camera-related traffic tickets in Ottawa issued to drivers on a one-kilometre stretch of the road in Lowertown.
Lack of chargers a top concern for EV owners, but most would still buy another: CAA

A new survey of thousands of electric vehicle (EV) owners suggests that a lack of accessible charging stations is their main concern, but most would still buy another when the time comes.
Highway 17 closed between Pembroke and Cobden following Tuesday morning fatal crash

Ontario Provincial Police say emergency crews responded to a collision on the highway between County Road 24/White Water Road in Pembroke and Main Street in Cobden before 4 a.m.

Regina

Saskatchewan Marshals Service interviewing Mounties for positions before launching

Saskatchewan's new provincial police force has begun interviewing Mounties as it prepares to launch this year, a move critics say highlights concerns of job poaching.
Former Regina mayoral candidate Nathaniel Hewton released with conditions

Nathaniel Hewton, a mayoral candidate in the 2024 Regina civic election has been released from custody with several conditions in place.
Keith Urban announces fall concert stops in Regina and Saskatoon

Country music star Keith Urban will be performing two shows in Saskatchewan as part of his upcoming 'High and Alive World Tour.'

Saskatoon

Sault Ste. Marie

Three taken to hospital after residential fire in the Sault

A fire Monday morning in Sault Ste. Marie sent three people to hospital and caused significant smoke and fire damage.
Mayor of Huron Shores, Ont., resigns

Council in the Municipality of Huron Shores will meet this week to declare the office of the mayor officially vacant. The move comes after Mayor Matthew Seabrook resigned Jan. 8.
Impaired drivers end up in the ditch in northwestern Ont.

Ontario Provincial Police in Atikokan say that within the last week, they investigated two impaired drivers who drove into the ditch in their community.

TORONTO

'We can live our lives again without worrying': Ontario man relieved after insurance company agrees to pay $620,000 hospital bill

An Ontario man who received a $620,000 medical bill from a Florida hospital is now relieved that his insurance company has reversed its decision and decided to pay the bill.
Man allegedly posed as investment broker, contractor to defraud victims: Toronto police

Toronto police say an arrest has been made after a man allegedly posed as both an investment broker and contractor to defraud multiple victims.
Mark Carney tells Jon Stewart the Liberal party has 'a chance' after Trudeau's resignation

Days ahead of his expected Liberal leadership campaign launch, former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor Mark Carney says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to step down boosts the party's chance in the next general election.

Vigil shines light on 26-year-old’s disappearance

Co-workers and customers gathered outside the workplace of a missing 26-year-old woman Monday evening to bring light to her disappearance.
Chatham to Lakeshore transmission line completed a head of schedule

The Ontario government and Hydro One announced on Monday that the construction on the Chatham to Lakeshore transmission line had been completed one year ahead of schedule.
Class action lawsuit nears $7.3 million settlement for Westcourt Place tenants

A class action lawsuit filed by Windsor law firm Strosberg Wingfield Sasso LLP is nearing the finish line and a $7.3 million payout for its members following a fire that has left the Wescourt Place highrise vacant for more than five years.

WINNIPEG

Curler Harris not at fault for anti-doping rule violation, provisional ban lifted

Canadian curler Briane Harris is eligible to return to the sport after an absence of nearly one year.
Survey: Nearly half in Manitoba, Saskatchewan on the financial brink

A new MNP consumer debt report done by Ipsos said in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, nearly half, 49 per cent of people, say they are $200 or less away from not being able to pay their bills or their debt payments at the end of the month.
Winnipeg looking at acquiring Lemay Forest

The City of Winnipeg is looking into the possibility of acquiring Lemay Forest.

Politics

Mark Carney tells Jon Stewart the Liberal party has 'a chance' after Trudeau's resignation

Days ahead of his expected Liberal leadership campaign launch, former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor Mark Carney says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to step down boosts the party's chance in the next general election.
Industry minister Champagne to announce Liberal leadership intentions today

Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne plans to reveal his intentions for the Liberal leadership race today.
Liberal leadership: Freeland to announce bid within the next week

Former finance minister Chrystia Freeland will announce her intention to run for the Liberal party leadership just before the U.S. presidential inauguration, a source close to her campaign team says.
Singh calls on Canada to stop critical minerals exports to U.S. amid Trump tariff threat

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says the only way to deal with 'bully' U.S. president-elect Donald Trump and his looming tariff threat is to make him feel the 'pain' of Canada's retaliatory measures.
Alberta premier talks about 'tariff-free relationship' with the U.S.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her conversations with U.S. President Donald Trump went well, but the leader's tariff threat has not been averted.
Intelligence task force to monitor Liberal leadership race

The Liberal party's leadership race will be monitored by Canada's elections intelligence task force for signs of foreign interference.

World

Special counsel who investigated Trump says in report his team 'stood up for the rule of law'

Special counsel Jack Smith said his team 'stood up for the rule of law' as it investigated U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, writing in a much-anticipated report released Tuesday that he stands fully behind his decision to bring criminal charges he believes would have resulted in a conviction had voters not returned Trump to the White House.
Firefighters prepare for strong winds that could fuel Los Angeles fire growth

A beefed-up firefighting force was staged around Los Angeles to attack flare-ups or new blazes and anxious residents prepared for more fire danger as winds began to build Tuesday, a week after two massive infernos destroyed thousands of homes and killed at least 24 people.
Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, officials say

Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks said Tuesday. Mediator Qatar said Israel and the Palestinian militant group were at the "closest point" yet to sealing a deal that would bring them a step closer to ending the war.
Pete Hegseth calls himself 'change agent' as Senate hearing opens for Trump's defence secretary pick

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, calls himself a “change agent” heading into a potentially explosive confirmation hearing Tuesday as senators question whether the former combat veteran and TV news show host is fit to lead the U.S. military.
Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, visits hospital where she had cancer treatment

Kate, Princess of Wales, visited a London hospital on Tuesday where she underwent cancer treatment last year to personally thank medics there for their care and support, her office said.
Rescuers bring out survivors and dead from a South African mine as hundreds remain trapped

Rescuers sent a cage-like structure down into one of South Africa's deepest gold mines on Tuesday to bring out survivors among hundreds of illegal miners trapped for months in an abandoned shaft.

Climate

Dozens of Canadian firefighters head to California to help in fire fight

More than 60 Canadian front-line firefighters are on their way to the Los Angeles area as part of international efforts to fight the raging wildfires that have claimed lives and destroyed thousands homes.
Hurricane-force winds cause widespread damage in Alaska's largest city

Thousands of residents across Alaska’s largest city were still without power Monday, a day after a powerful storm brought hurricane-force winds that downed power lines, damaged trees, forced more than a dozen planes to divert, and caused a pedestrian bridge over a highway to partially collapse.
Charles Darwin's grave painted with dire environmental warning: '1.5 is dead'

Environmental activists in the U.K. painted Charles Darwin’s grave in Westminster Abbey on Monday with the words '1.5 is dead,' referencing the critical climate threshold that the world temporarily passed in 2024.

Health

Canada's health-care system falls behind most peer countries: Report

A new report says Canada's health-care system has fallen behind international peers in access to care, equity and wait times, outperforming only the United States.
'We can live our lives again without worrying': Ontario man relieved after insurance company agrees to pay $620,000 hospital bill

An Ontario man who received a $620,000 medical bill from a Florida hospital is now relieved that his insurance company has reversed its decision and decided to pay the bill.
234 self-reported cases of gastroenteritis at the University of Guelph

The number of self-reported cases of gastroenteritis at the University of Guelph has increased to 234, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health confirmed on Monday.

Entertainment

Heidi Montag tops iTunes chart after losing house in Los Angeles wildfires

Reality television star Heidi Montag's 2010 album 'Superficial' has hit No. 1 on iTunes' all-genre songs and albums charts — 15 years after its release and just after Montag and husband Spencer Pratt lost their home in the Palisades Fire.
Grammys and Oscars to proceed amid L.A. fires, but will put the spotlight on first responders

Watching well-paid stars take the stage to collect awards while thousands of L.A. families are displaced and have lost their homes runs the risk of being tone deaf, but economically, these shows also provide income for thousands of entertainment workers.
Leslie Charleson, 'General Hospital's' Dr. Monica Quartermaine, dies at 79

Leslie Charleson, who played popular character Dr. Monica Quartermaine for almost 50 years on 'General Hospital,' has died, the program’s executive producer announced on Sunday.

Sci-Tech

Elon Musk says a third patient got a Neuralink brain implant. The work is part of a booming field

Elon Musk said a third person has received an implant from his brain-computer interface company Neuralink, one of many groups working to connect the nervous system to machines.
Biden signs executive order to ensure power for AI data centres

U.S. President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Tuesday to provide federal support to address massive energy needs for fast-growing advanced artificial intelligence data centres, the White House said.
See the full wolf moon overtake Mars in the night sky and glimpse a planetary parade

Keep an eye on the sky Monday evening to see the wolf moon, the first full moon of the year. And some sky-gazers will be able to glimpse a cosmic magic trick when the moon appears to pass in front of Mars.

Business

Polish town invites Elon Musk to buy its castle for his European headquarters

A town in Poland is encouraging Elon Musk to buy its vast 13th-century castle and turn it into his European headquarters.
World Economic Forum says Trump to take part virtually in Davos meeting, days after inauguration

U.S. President Donald Trump will take part virtually in the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos just days after his inauguration, the forum president said Tuesday.
Biden signs executive order to ensure power for AI data centres

U.S. President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Tuesday to provide federal support to address massive energy needs for fast-growing advanced artificial intelligence data centres, the White House said.

Autos

From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES

Automakers pulled out all the stops to showcase their latest advances for in-vehicle experiences at CES, the Consumer Technology Association’s annual trade show of all things tech, in Las Vegas this week.
U.S. probing about 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over 'Actually Smart Summon' feature

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday it has opened a probe into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles in the United States over reports of crashes involving a feature that allows users to move their cars remotely.
Waterloo Regional Police Service helps recover 20 stolen vehicles in Hamilton, Ont.

Waterloo Regional Police Services helped recover 20 stolen vehicles in Hamilton, Ont.

Lifestyle

Ukraine's 'Bachelor' starred an amputee. He's one of many injured veterans navigating a new sex life

When 35-year-old combat medic Tetyana Tsymbaliuk regained consciousness in the hospital room, she found her boyfriend waiting with a bunch of flowers. He proposed, but she declined. After a serious injury, her leg had been amputated; she worried about being a burden as a wife.
Italy's hot spots are being overwhelmed with tourists. These hidden places offer an escape without the crowds

There’s far more to Italy than the places that usually feature on travel itineraries. Explore a little farther, and there are scores of extraordinary places where tourists are a rare site.
Hot couple from Stellarton, N.S., holds spicy world record

World champion Mike Jack from Stellarton, N.S., has 18 Guinness World Records for eating spicy foods and one he shares with his partner Jamie.

Sports

Curler Briane Harris not at fault for anti-doping rule violation, provisional ban lifted

Canadian curler Briane Harris is eligible to return to the sport after an absence of nearly one year.
A star NFL player was seen reading a self-help book during a playoff game. It's now the top-selling book on Amazon

Over the years, cameras have caught NFL players doing some memorable non-football things on the sidelines during games. Tom Brady once hurled an electronic tablet in frustration. Three members of the Seattle Seahawks were fined for eating hot dogs during a 1995 preseason game.
Texas man charged with stalking WNBA and Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark

Authorities in Indianapolis have charged a 55-year-old Texas man with felony stalking of Indiana Fever star and WNBA rookie of the year Caitlin Clark.

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