Shirley Richardson, Winnipeg philanthropist, has died at 98

Shirley Richardson poses with a butterfly at Assiniboine Park in an undated image. Richardson died at the age of 98 on March 11, 2023. (source: Facebook - Assiniboine Park & Zoo)

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Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Governor of the Bank of Canada Tiff Macklem holds a press conference in Ottawa, on May 18, 2023. (Patrick Doyle / THE CANADIAN PRESS)

Wildfire smoke blankets Ontario, Quebec, air quality plummets, affects activities

Poor air quality is forecast to persist into the weekend across parts of Ontario, as plumes of wildfire smoke blanket the province and prompt school boards to limit outdoor activities.

Canadians want revenge on Bernardo, but that's not how prison works: ex-official

One of the architects of the law that governs Canada's prison system says it's understandable people want revenge on killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo, but that's not what the prison system is designed for.

Indigo founder Heather Reisman retires, almost half of board steps down

Indigo founder Heather Reisman announced she is retiring as almost half of the book retailer's board of directors steps down.

Kids and social media: Tips for developing positive habits before it's too late

With social media ever-present in modern life, figuring out when and how to introduce it to children is something every parent will have to deal with eventually. CTV's Your Morning spoke to a child-life specialist about how parents can have that conversation and be positive role models too.

Heat warnings end for Regina, continue in southeast Sask.

Environment Canada has dropped heat warnings for Regina Wednesday morning as some temperature moderation is expected in the coming days.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
Trial for man accused of brother's death resumes, appears in court by video

The trial for the man accused of his brother’s death resumed on Tuesday morning, with the accused appearing in court by video.

Saskatoon

Saskatoon bakery sees business rise after hiring newcomers from Ukraine

A willingness to hire newcomers to Canada has brought new business to Nestor’s Bakery.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
City emails reveal how a Saskatoon shelter was relocated and shed light on early concerns

While Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC) publicly mulled moving its downtown emergency shelter to a location on 20th Street near the city's core, city documents reveal the wellness centre's present Fairhaven area location was heavily favoured early in the process.

Northern Ontario

Wildfire west of Sudbury prompts evacuation order, total active fires in northern Ont. grows to 54

A northern Ontario forest fire that started west of Sudbury on Sunday morning has grown to more than 1,000 hectares and has prompted officials to issue an evacuation order for the immediate area as the number of active fires in the region grows.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.
Two winning tickets sold for Tuesday's $70 million Lotto Max jackpot

Two lucky lottery ticket holders in British Columbia and Ontario will split the $70 million Lotto Max jackpot.

Edmonton

Forest Heights robbery victim shot to death, case officially a homicide

The man who was killed during a robbery in Forest Heights on Monday was shot, an autopsy has confirmed.
'We never give up': RCMP helicopter joins search for 14-year-old boy in North Saskatchewan River

An RCMP helicopter is assisting with the search for the 14-year-old boy who went missing in the North Saskatchewan River nearly 48 hours ago.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Toronto

Smoke in Toronto from Ontario, Quebec wildfires pushes air quality to 'high-risk' levels

The air quality in Toronto has become so polluted due to forest fires in Quebec and Ontario that strenuous outdoor activities could leave you coughing and with an itchy throat.
Indigo founder Heather Reisman retires, almost half of board steps down

Indigo founder Heather Reisman announced she is retiring as almost half of the book retailer's board of directors steps down.
Widow told misconduct 'not serious' after husband killed by speeding OPP 'outrageous,' critics say

Ontario’s political leaders reacted with surprise that the OPP told a widow whose husband was run over and killed by a speeding officer that the misconduct in the case was 'not serious.'

Calgary

Emergency crews called to crash on Highway 2 south of Calgary

At least one person is in life-threatening condition following a crash on Highway 2 south of the city, officials have confirmed.
Heat warning in place for Calgary and surrounding areas

It's going to get hot in Calgary and several other communities, Environment and Climate Change Canada is warning.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Montreal

Canadians want revenge on Bernardo, but that's not how prison works: ex-official

One of the architects of the law that governs Canada's prison system says it's understandable people want revenge on killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo, but that's not what the prison system is designed for.
Westmount nail salon targeted by suspected arson: Montreal police

Montreal police (SPVM) are investigating a case of suspected arson after a nail salon in Westmount caught fire early Wednesday morning.
Wildfire smoke blankets Ontario, Quebec, air quality plummets, affects activities

Poor air quality is forecast to persist into the weekend across parts of Ontario, as plumes of wildfire smoke blanket the province and prompt school boards to limit outdoor activities.

Ottawa

Special Air Quality Statement
Special Air Quality Statement | Wildfire smoke blankets Ottawa for a third day

Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Ottawa, with the air quality at 10+ "very high risk" at 8;30 a.m.
Evacuation order extended 48 hours as Centennial Lake fire continues to burn

An evacuation order at Centennial Lake, 150 km west of Ottawa, has been extended for another 48 hours as crews continue to battle the wildfire.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Atlantic

Shelburne volunteer fire chief says wildfire efforts have 'been a fight'

The chief of the Shelburne Volunteer Fire Department says the blaze near Barrington Lake, which is now classified as “held,” is unlike anything he’s ever seen.
IN PHOTOS: Damage, destruction left behind by Halifax-area wildfire

Halifax media outlets were given a tour of the neighbourhoods hardest hit by the Tantallon wildfire Tuesday afternoon and saw firsthand the damage and destruction left behind.
Nova Scotia estimates up to 100,000 people affected by online security breach

As many as 100,000 Nova Scotians may have had sensitive personal information stolen in a global privacy breach affecting a file transfer system used by the provincial government, officials confirmed Tuesday.

Kitchener

Waterloo region school boards cancel track meets as air quality expected to reach 'high risk' Wednesday

High levels of air pollution have developed in Waterloo region and Wellington County as smoke plumes from wildfires burning in Quebec and northeastern Ontario continue to blow into the region, Environment Canada says.
Plan to build tallest towers in Kitchener sees pushback at neighbourhood meeting

The plan to build what would be the tallest towers in Kitchener came under the scrutiny of those who would be living nearby.
Man and woman hit by SUV in downtown Guelph

A man and woman who were hit by an SUV in downtown Guelph Tuesday night remain in hospital in stable condition, according to police.

Vancouver

Lacrosse through the ages: New Westminster Salmonbellies celebrate 135th anniversary

The pounding sounds of running on hardwood, the smash of the ball hitting the boards and the cheer of the crowd—it’s officially lacrosse season at Queens Park Arena in New Westminster.
B.C. prepares for fire evacuations, displacements amid healthcare staffing crisis

The officials tasked with preparing for and responding to natural disasters in the province are bracing for widespread evacuations of B.C. communities amid tinder-dry conditions that are already prompting dire wildfire predictions.
Bank of Canada ends pause on hikes, raises policy rate by 25 basis points

The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent on Wednesday, its first increase since pausing hikes in January.

Vancouver Island

Man missing from Lake Cowichan found dead

A 39-year-old man who was reported missing from Lake Cowichan has been found dead. Mounties say the body of Matthew Mueller was discovered on Tuesday.
Industry, conservationists welcome Ottawa's delay on B.C. salmon farm transition plan

Both sides of British Columbia's contentious fish farm debate are welcoming Ottawa's move to delay a decision on a planned transition from open-net salmon farms in the province's coastal waters.
Vancouver Island wildfire surges in size, forces rolling highway closures

An out-of-control wildfire on Vancouver Island surged in size Tuesday, covering more than a square kilometre and forcing intermittent closures of the only highway to Port Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet.

Shirley Richardson, Winnipeg philanthropist, has died at 98

Shirley Richardson, Winnipeg philanthropist, has died at 98

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