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BREAKING BREAKING | FSE-CSQ teacher’s union reaches ‘proposed settlement’ with Quebec government Two Quebec unions representing teachers, the FSE and the QPAT, are endorsing a proposed settlement with the Legault government amid negotiations for the renewal of collective agreements, the unions announced Friday evening. Charlie Sheen’s neighbour arrested after being accused of assaulting actor in Malibu home Charlie Sheen’s neighbour was arrested after being accused of assaulting the actor in a Malibu home this week, authorities said. Canadian death toll in cantaloupe salmonella outbreak rises to seven The Public Health Agency of Canada is reporting another death from a salmonella outbreak involving cantaloupes, bringing the total to seven. Paramedics found guilty in death of Elijah McClain, who they injected with an overdose of ketamine Two Denver-area paramedics were convicted Friday in the 2019 killing of Elijah McClain, who they injected with an overdose of the sedative ketamine after police put him in a neck hold. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau heading to Jamaica for post-Christmas vacation Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is heading to Jamaica next week for a family vacation over the holiday break. Depression, PTSD and other mental health issues can be tied to certain repeated memories: study New research suggests that certain types of repeated memories can be linked to specific symptoms of mental health disorders. Small plane makes emergency landing near Brantford, Ont. A small plane lost power and had to make an emergency landing Friday evening near Brantford, Ont. Blizzard-like conditions batter Cape Breton and knock out power to thousands Many residents in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality spent the night in the dark and were still waiting for the power to come back as relentless winds continued on Friday morning. Toronto Toronto man gifts holiday feast to classmate he hadn’t seen for over 40 years After learning his childhood classmate was headed for a lean Christmas dinner, a Toronto man set out to gift a holiday feast to a man he hadn’t seen in over 40 years. Last-minute shopping? Here’s what’s open and closed in Toronto over the weekend Christmas Day is on a Monday this year, granting many an extra-long weekend. Q and A with Mayor Chow: will Torontonians see a property tax hike next year? Mayor Olivia Chow says she never imagined she would be leading the country’s largest city a year ago. This time last December, John Tory had just begun his third term as mayor after being re-elected in the 2022 municipal election. Atlantic Blizzard-like conditions batter Cape Breton and knock out power to thousands Many residents in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality spent the night in the dark and were still waiting for the power to come back as relentless winds continued on Friday morning. New trial ordered for New Brunswick men convicted of murder in 1984 Federal Justice Minister Arif Virani announced Friday that he has ordered a new trial for two New Brunswick men convicted of a murder nearly 40 years ago. Wonton soup and Christmas concerts: How some have kept warm during a cold week without power About a third of the Village of McAdam are still without power as of Friday afternoon, but that doesn’t mean the community hasn’t kept warm. London OPP credits Good Samaritan with getting alleged impaired driver off the roadways A commercial driver from London has been charged after a Good Samaritan reported a suspected impaired driver to police. Sentencing for restaurant owner who sexually assaulted employees The former owner of a Komoka restaurant was sentenced Friday after being found guilty last year of sexually assaulting three female employees. Fewer donations leads to job loss at local United Way It’s panic time at the United Way of Bruce-Grey. Donations are down, and program cuts could be on the table for next year. Northern Ontario Third suspect wanted in relation to a Sudbury armed robbery, two in custody The Greater Sudbury Police Service is searching for a third person wanted in connection to an armed robbery at a Bruce Avenue home in September. Canadian death toll in cantaloupe salmonella outbreak rises to seven The Public Health Agency of Canada is reporting another death from a salmonella outbreak involving cantaloupes, bringing the total to seven. Sudbury senior loses life savings after clicking on social media ad A 76-year-old widower who lost his life savings to an online cryptocurrency investment scam is warning others as the internet rallies around him to restore his faith in humanity. Calgary Highs, lows and a controversy or two: Calgary’s mayor reflects on key moments in 2023 An ideal Calgary is one where everybody lives with dignity, the city’s mayor told CTV News Calgary during an end-of-year, sit-down interview. Calgary’s warm, record-breaking winter weather will be sticking around Calgary’s record-breaking warmth is set to continue over the holidays. Calgary tax cheat fined, given house arrest The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) says a Calgary woman has pleaded guilty to lying to the agency and making false claims for more than 50 people over a three-year period. Kitchener Victim of Kitchener, Ont. carbon monoxide poisoning identified The 25-year-old man who died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a Kitchener, Ont. home on Tuesday has now been identified by family and friends as Nil Patel. Small plane makes emergency landing near Brantford, Ont. A small plane lost power and had to make an emergency landing Friday evening near Brantford, Ont. Stratford, Ont. band gets its big break on popular hockey podcast A Stratford, Ont. band has gotten its big break in an unusual way – through a popular hockey podcast. Vancouver Some VPD officers will wear body cameras next month. Here’s how the pilot project will work. The Vancouver Police Department will begin a six-month pilot project in January that will see some officers equipped with body-worn cameras. Videos show curious bears inspecting holiday decorations in B.C.’s Lower Mainland A number of black bears have been captured on camera perusing holiday decorations at Metro Vancouver homes. Old friends reunite for increasingly elaborate annual Santa photos What started with three teenagers posing on Santa’s knee has turned into an annual tradition – 12 years running – with increasingly elaborate themes and costumes. Edmonton Hope for Palestinian family arrives with new immigration measures An Edmonton woman has been offered a glimmer of hope that her family in Gaza will be able to escape the war. Cars racing cause crash on Yellowhead Trail: police Two people racing on Yellowhead Trail Friday morning caused a crash that injured a woman in a third vehicle, the Edmonton Police Service said. Teen in stolen car pointed gun at police officer: EPS A 16-year-old boy is facing more than a dozen charges after allegedly pointing a gun at a police officer from inside a stolen car. Windsor Wheatley no longer stuck in time For more than two years, a melted Subway sign was a reminder to business owners like Tracey Declerk of the explosion that shook the foundation of the town of Wheatley in August of 2021. ‘It’s the least that we can do’: Chatham volunteers deliver hundreds of meals to those in need A crew of volunteers are fanning out across the city of Chatham to deliver holiday meals to those less fortunate this weekend. Ernie ‘the Bacon Man’ Lamont dies at 76 Ernie ‘the Bacon Man’ Lamont has died. Regina Sask. NDP leader says 2023 was a momentum building year heading into 2024 vote After completing her first full calendar year as leader of the Saskatchewan NDP, Carla Beck feels the past 12 months have helped the party gain momentum heading into an election year in 2024. Stockings for Seniors program brings joy to communities in Yorkton and area Over 600 seniors across long-term care homes in Yorkton received a special gift for this year’s holiday. Viterra offer rejected, negotiations to continue in 2024 After the two unions representing workers at Viterra voted to reject their offer, they agreed to continue negotiations in January. Ottawa Doctor shortage leads to late cancer diagnosis for young Ottawa woman A 21-year-old Ottawa woman is sharing her story after her lack of a family doctor led to a late stage cancer diagnosis. uOttawa doctor suspended over pro-Palestinian posts resigns from Canadian Medical Association board Dr. Yipeng Ge wrote in a lengthy letter addressed to the CMA Board of Directors and posted to social media that the relationship with the medical association had become “untenable” and “irreparable” Firefighters rescue Luna the dog stuck under fence in Stittsville Firefighters have rescued Luna the dog, who got stuck under a wooden fence Friday afternoon in Stittsville. Saskatoon Giving to those in need is helping a Saskatoon resident overcome her anxiety struggles The holidays can be tough for those who are struggling to make ends meet and one Saskatoon resident is not only doing good in the community, she’s tackling her fears at the same time. City eliminating minimum parking requirements on new developments Saskatoon is moving towards allowing developers, homeowners, and businesses to decide how much parking to provide on their properties. Eight arrested, drugs and guns seized following RCMP searches in Pelican Narrows RCMP say eight people were arrested and several drug and weapons-related charges were laid following search warrants executed in Pelican Narrows. Stay Connected