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Will you be able to charge near your home? Canada-wide warrant issued for suspect wanted in fatal shooting of Kleinburg, Ont. man CTVNews.ca Top Stories BREAKING BREAKING | Husband of Canadian taken hostage by Hamas has died in Gaza, Israeli forum says A U.S.-Israeli hostage has died in captivity in the Gaza Strip, after he was kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7, according to a group representing hostages’ families. Czechs are coming to grips with the worst mass shooting in the country’s history in which 14 died People in the Czech capital were trying to come to grips Friday with the worst mass shooting in the country’s history that left 14 dead and dozens injured. GDP remained unchanged in October for third month, despite drop in real estate activity Canada’s gross domestic product (GDP) remained unchanged for the third consecutive month in October, according to the latest data released by Statistics Canada. Wallets, vegan steaks and allergy tablets: Here are the recalls of the week in Canada Various items were recalled in Canada this week, including plant-based vegan steaks and Claritin dissolve tablets, as well as hundreds of thousands of vehicles. Power outages persist in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in lead-up to Christmas Power outages continue to plague thousands of customers in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia a few days before Christmas. Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges on federal lands and in Washington U.S. President Joe Biden is pardoning thousands of people who were convicted of use and simple possession of marijuana on federal lands and in the District of Columbia, the White House said Friday, in his latest round of executive clemencies meant to rectify racial disparities in the justice system. ‘I regret my choices’: Sask. education ministry official resigns amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour A high-ranked executive in Saskatchewan’s ministry of education has resigned the same week a podcast episode was released alleging his inappropriate behaviour. Tibb’s Eve is a unique N.L. holiday, and a big boost to downtown business Tibb’s Eve has become a unique tradition in Newfoundland and Labrador, marking the unofficial start of holiday celebrations. And for many businesses, it has proven to be an important lifeline. Man jumped out of moving U-Haul to escape kidnapper during high-speed chase, Toronto police say The victim of an alleged gunpoint kidnapping that spurred a police chase through the streets of the Greater Toronto Area on Wednesday jumped out of a moving vehicle to escape his abductor, according to new details released by police. Montreal Draft settlement on the table between Quebec, FSE teachers’ union The FSE says it has agreed to a draft proposal on working conditions with the Quebec government after an overnight negotiating blitz. Demonstration in support of education workers planned at Legault’s Montreal offices A rally in support of striking education workers is slated to take place in front of Premier Francois Legault’s Montreal offices. Shots fired at Montreal restaurant with customers inside A restaurant in Montreal was the target of gunfire while customers were inside. London OPP warn of sexploitation scam in Middlesex County OPP are warning residents after responding to a ‘sextortion’ scam involving a teenager who had sent an intimate photo to and was being threatened by someone they met online. Santa and his elves descend on London children’s hospital With just a few days before Christmas, the kids inside of London’s children’s hospital received an early visit from the big guy. Watch out for online scams targeting holiday shoppers: OPP Ontario Provincial Police are warning shoppers about online scams on buy-and-sell sites. Kitchener Kitchener-Waterloo businesses broken into with lockbox keys: WRPS Regional police are investigating business break-ins where they say entry was gained by getting keys in a lockbox or by prying open a door. Guelph, Ont. reporter speaks out after he was detained and camera seized by OPP A Guelph, Ont. journalist is seeking answers from OPP and the Coroner’s Office after he was detained at the scene of a fatal crash Wednesday morning and his camera was confiscated. Senior scammed out of $30K in Guelph Guelph police are investigating after a senior citizen was scammed out of $30,000. Northern Ontario 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. Northern Ont. ‘army brat’ fighting to regain his Canadian citizenship, access to healthcare A Sault Ste. Marie man was looking to update his driver’s license when he made a shocking discovery. Wallets, vegan steaks and allergy tablets: Here are the recalls of the week in Canada Various items were recalled in Canada this week, including plant-based vegan steaks and Claritin dissolve tablets, as well as hundreds of thousands of vehicles. Ottawa Abrupt closure of South Keys clinic puts patients in the lurch Patients are scrambling after the abrupt closure of the Soundcare Medical and Imaging Centre in South Keys. Pizza delivery driver charged for drunk driving, ‘nearly’ striking OPP officer with vehicle A pizza delivery driver was arrested on drunk driving charges after nearly colliding with a police officer near Hawkesbury, Ont. Ottawa gas prices to remain stable for holiday drivers For those setting out on the road this holiday season, gas prices are looking favourable for drivers. Windsor Woman wanted in connection to Riverside Dr arson arrested Windsor police arrested a woman who was wanted in connection to a downtown arson earlier this month. Watch out for online scams targeting holiday shoppers: OPP Ontario Provincial Police are warning shoppers about online scams on buy-and-sell sites. Interest rate dip spells spring activity in Windsor-Essex real estate market After a sluggish year for home sales, a sign of possible change in the market as some lenders are starting to offer five-year fixed mortgages with interest rates below five per cent. Barrie Celebrate Barrie’s New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown This free evening of fun and entertainment has become one of Central Ontario’s largest New Year’s Eve celebrations. Boil-water advisory still in place in Severn Township A boil water advisory is still in place for several neighbourhoods in Severn Township. Unexpected vehicle fire in Wasaga Beach A driver was sitting in a Jeep Liberty when their vehicle suddenly caught on fire Atlantic Flooding, power outages plague Cape Breton residents Days of heavy rain proved to be too much for the sewer system in Sydney, N.S. on Thursday. N.S. wait times, emergency department closures up in: accountability report Nova Scotia’s accountability report shows longer wait times at emergency departments, an increase in unplanned closures, and a notable drop in emergency department hours. Power outages persist in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in lead-up to Christmas Power outages continue to plague thousands of customers in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia a few days before Christmas. Calgary 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. Calgary International Airport bustling with holiday travellers Passengers are lining up at the Calgary International Airport on Friday on what’s believed to be the busiest travel day of the year. Alta. premier doubles down on vaccine advice as respiratory illness increases Alberta’s hospitals are dealing with a massive uptick in respiratory illnesses, and there’s worry in the healthcare system that low vaccination uptake, government messaging and busy holiday get-togethers will make things much worse. Winnipeg Manitoba First Nations leaders call for action in wake of brutal assault A brutal and disturbing assault on a First Nations woman in Winnipeg last week is prompting calls from First Nations leaders for immediate action. The history of Manitoba-made sugar and how the sugar beet industry could be revived in the province As the Rogers Sugar strike drags on with no end in sight, some bakers are looking for sugar on shelves, while others are looking to Manitoba’s manufacturing history for answers. High expectations, tight budget pose a challenge for Manitoba’s new premier By all accounts, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew is still in a honeymoon phase, almost three months after leading his New Democrats to an election win that ousted the former Progressive Conservative government. Vancouver B.C. premier to target abuse after talking to father of 12-year-old sextortion victim Premier David Eby says he had a heartbreaking phone call with the father of a 12-year-old British Columbia boy who killed himself after falling prey to online sextortion, and he hopes to honour the boy by seeking more online protections for youth. Love Hallmark movies? Now you can visit the B.C. homes where some are filmed Tucked away in a quiet country neighbourhood in B.C.’s Lower Mainland are homes that look like they’re straight out of a festive Hallmark Christmas movie. And it turns out, they are. Metro Vancouver mayor blasts federal government for immigration policy Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West is speaking out on the latest population growth numbers in B.C. and across the country. Edmonton GDP remained unchanged in October for third month, despite drop in real estate activity Canada’s gross domestic product (GDP) remained unchanged for the third consecutive month in October, according to the latest data released by Statistics Canada. Crash investigation causing delays on 107 Avenue: police Edmonton Police Service warned of traffic delays on 107 Avenue in central Edmonton early Friday morning. Repeat violent sexual offender released from jail, Edmonton police issue warning A convicted violent sexual offender who has been the subject of multiple police warnings has been released from jail again. Stay Connected
Husband of Canadian taken hostage by Hamas has died in Gaza, Israeli forum says
