Alberta reported five more COVID-19 deaths and 257 new cases of the illness over a three-day period from Friday to Sunday.
Alberta reports five more COVID-19 deaths, 257 new cases since Friday
Two adults and three children unharmed after 13 foot boat flips over in Detroit River near LaSalle
The occupants of a 13 foot powerboat are unharmed after it flipped over in the Detroit River near LaSalle, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
Trial underway for stepfather accused of assaulting 4-year-old causing ‘life-altering’ injuries
The trial has begun for a Calgary stepfather accused of an assault so vicious it left a four-year-old girl with “life-altering injuries.”
Alstom expresses concern over finances at Bombardier’s rail unit, but takeover will likely go through
French rail giant Alstom SA is warning that problems at Bombardier’s train division may affect negotiations to buy it, but says it still plans to go ahead with the takeover deal.
Website shares Indigenous perspective on dementia
A new website is aiming to share Indigenous teachings about dementia and also help those living with it and their caregivers connect with local resources.
2020 brings lots of days above 30 C but no records broken
New Brunswick is in the midst of its seventh heat warning of the season, but so far, no records have been broken.
Kids may find masks uncomfortable, but they’ll be vital to stopping COVID-19 in schools, says expert
Jason Kindrachuck says that without a vaccine, masks are part of the toolkit to curb COVID-19 from spreading.
Moose Jaw schools cut custodial staff as students set to return during pandemic
The change to custodial staffing was made as part of the 2020-21 school year budget at the end of May, after the pandemic started, and the division says tight budgets played a role in the decision.
N.W.T. government announces 2 new grants for post-secondary students
The government of the Northwest Territories is announcing two new grants for all post-secondary students accessing full-time student financial assistance benefits in the 2020-21 academic year.
First evidence of prehistoric animal life found at Cape Enrage
Cape Enrage may be closed for the 2020 season but that hasn’t stopped historical discoveries from being made.
Fire at Co-op Refinery Complex extinguished Monday morning
The CRC said the alarm sounded at about 11:40 a.m. CST due to a small fire on the Section 1 platform.
SFU asks all visitors to wear masks at its campuses
Simon Fraser University is now asking that all visitors to its campuses in Burnaby, Vancouver and Surrey wear a non-medical mask in indoor public spaces.
Anglo school boards remain intact for now after judge grants stay
English-language school boards will be allowed to continue operating while they challenge the constitutionality of the Quebec government’s law to turn school boards into service centres.
Waterloo regional police officer charged with 2 counts of assault
A two-year member of the Waterloo Regional Police Service is facing assault charges, the police service said Monday.
Major junior hockey teams optimistic about fall season
Officials with New Brunswick’s three Quebec Major Junior Hockey League teams say a plan is being discussed that would see regular season games begin Oct. 1, between Maritime teams.
Experts raise alarm about proposed largest private surgical facility in Alberta history
Experts say the lack of transparency and the political lobbying surrounding a proposal to build what would be the largest private surgical facility in Alberta’s history is troubling given what they say could be a major upheaval of the province’s publicly funded health-care system.
Boaters charged after running out of gas and needing rescue on Lake Erie
The vessel was towed back to shore following an “extensive search” by the Elgin County Marine Unit and the Auxiliary Coast Guard.
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney advising PM on COVID-19 economic response
Mark Carney — the former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England — has been acting as an informal adviser to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the federal government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sask. government pledges $35M to aid struggling tourism industry
Saskatchewan hotels and event organizers trying to stay afloat during the pandemic will soon be able to apply for financial support from the provincial government under its Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program (STSSP).
N.L. records 1 new case of COVID-19
The show Hudson & Rex is filming in St. John’s on Monday. A crew member was diagnosed with COVID-19 last week, as part of regular private testing that is done for people who work on the show, according to the producer.
Forest fire hazard reported to be high to extreme throughout northwest region
The forest fire hazard is reported to be mainly high to extreme across the northwest region, after twelve new fires were reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry on Sunday.
8 new cases of COVID-19 in London region Monday
Aylmer and Bayham continue to grapple with a spike in cases as Southwestern Public Health reported an additional seven COVID-19 cases Monday. There was one new case reported in London.
Plot thickens in Oilers 50/50: Draw postponed to give all ticket holders a chance for refunds
A winner for the Edmonton Oilers problem-plagued, record-setting 50/50 raffle will not be selected until overcharged fans have a chance to void their tickets.
Hockey Hall postpones November induction ceremony
Hockey Hall of Fame chairman Lanny McDonald said the most likely scenario is to postpone the ceremony to November 2021, either by waiving the 2021 election or combining the 2020 and 2021 classes.
‘Night rave’ in B.C. prompts public warning for potential COVID-19 exposure
Fraser Health is warning the public about a possible exposure to someone who tested positive for COVID-19 at a “night rave” in Surrey, B.C.
16 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba, top doctor says
There are 16 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba, Chief Provincial Public Health Officer Dr. Brent Roussin announced on Monday.
Road-weary Blue Jays prepare to open ‘home’ schedule at Buffalo’s Sahlen Field
After saying goodbye to Rogers Centre three weeks ago, it’s time for the Toronto Blue Jays to say hello to their temporary digs in Buffalo. On Tuesday, they welcome the Miami Marlins to the home of their triple-A affiliate for the opener of a five-game homestand.
Murray River forest fire extinguished, but officials monitoring site as fire index remains high
Fire officials continue to monitor the area in Murray River where crews battled a forest fire spanning about three hectares on the weekend, the province says.
Halton resident tests positive for West Nile virus, first case in region this year
The region’s medical officer of health says the symptoms resulting from West Nile – including fever, headache, muscle ache and a rash – are similar to those of COVID-19.
Manitoba MLA ‘saddened’ but undeterred by racist graffiti on bus bench with her image
A Progressive Conservative member of the legislative assembly is denouncing an act of racism after a bus bench with her image on it in Windsor Park was defaced with anti-Black graffiti.
Going out camping on Crown Land? Camper offers tips on leaving no trace
As more people in Ontario stay in the province due to the COVID-19 pandemic, an experienced camper says he’s noticing signs of people showing disrespect towards nature and other campers.
City to get rolling on new downtown bike lane projects
The city of London is starting work on three projects aimed at improving cycling infrastructure in the downtown core, including extending the Colborne Street bike lane north of Dufferin Street and improving connections between the TVP and downtown.
Girl, 7, stung by Portuguese man-of-war at Lawrencetown Beach
Kristy Legge said her daughter, Maria, was brought to the hospital on Sunday after being stung by a Portuguese man-of-war, which are popping up at beaches around Nova Scotia because of warmer water temperatures.