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Canada recession: It's coming, RBC predicts, but how long will the downturn last?

Canada is headed towards a moderate recession, but the economic contraction is expected to be short-lived compared to previous recessions, economists with Royal Bank of Canada predict.

A customer enters a Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) branch in downtown Ottawa on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

One scandal too many: British PM Boris Johnson resigns

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday amid a mass revolt by top members of his government, marking an end to three tumultuous years in power in which he brazenly bent and sometimes broke the rules of British politics.

Hospital 'nightmare' in B.C. for Quebec patient denied surgery: father

A Quebec man who fell and broke his jaw, cheekbone and a bone around his left eye while visiting British Columbia says his surgery was cancelled after he was told his home province “won't pay” for the procedure.

Canada elections commissioner reviewing information related to Conservative allegations against Brown

The Commissioner of Canada Elections' office says it has received and is reviewing information related to the allegations raised by the Conservative Party of Canada that now-disqualified leadership contender Patrick Brown's campaign violated federal election financing rules.

Saskatoon intersection flood began with fire hydrant crash, city says

A crash involving a fire hydrant was the first in a chain of events that led to a chaotic scene in a Saskatoon intersection.
Saskatoon Access Transit user 'shocked' over service reduction

Starting Thursday, riders looking to take Access Transit to get to their destinations will notice a shift in service over the next three weeks.
Ukrainian siblings build new future in Saskatoon

Two Ukrainian refugees, a brother and sister, are settling into their new home in Saskatoon.

Winnipeg

Suspicious death of Manitoba man now ruled a homicide: RCMP

Officers with the Manitoba RCMP said what they once were investigating as a suspicious death has now been deemed a homicide.
One scandal too many: British PM Boris Johnson resigns

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday amid a mass revolt by top members of his government, marking an end to three tumultuous years in power in which he brazenly bent and sometimes broke the rules of British politics.
'We need people to work': Manitoba hotel industry experiencing labour shortage

Following years of struggle brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Manitoba hotel industry is experiencing a new issue – labour shortages.

Calgary

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Calgary ahead of Stampede Sneak-A-Peek

Cowpoke eagerly awaiting entry to the 2022 Calgary Stampede may be in for some wet weather.
Yahoo! Calgary Stampede ramps up with first pancake breakfasts, Sneak-A-Peek

With the first full-scale Calgary Stampede rapidly approaching, some Calgarians are getting into the spirit a little early.
'Pent up demand': Calgary Stampede returns with parade, spectators and no limits

The rides are going up, concession stands are waiting, stuffed animals are displayed at games tables and the Calgary Stampede is raring to go Friday in its first return to full capacity since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Edmonton

Live weather updates: Risk of severe thunderstorms, potential for tornadoes

With a risk of severe thunderstorms and potential for tornado development, CTV News Edmonton's meteorologists Josh Classen and Cory Edel will keep you updated throughout the day here.
Oilers unveil new, but classic, jerseys

The Oilers are going back to the original royal blue and orange look the team wore during the '80s dynasty.
Josh Classen's forecast: High risk of severe storms later today

It's setting up to be a very active day across central and north-central Alberta with a high risk of severe storms late this afternoon and this evening.

Toronto

BREAKING
BREAKING | Woman knocked unconscious in another random attack at Toronto transit station

Police are investigating after a woman was knocked unconscious following an apparent random attack at a Toronto transit station.
Man pulled from burning car by five others on Ontario highway in 'heroic effort'

Five men are being hailed as heroes by the Ontario Provincial Police after saving a man from a burning vehicle on a Toronto-area highway earlier this week.
Toronto eyeing new plan to ban cats from going outdoors unless on leash

“If you love your cat, keep Fluffy indoors." These were environmentalist and former Scarborough city councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker’s words to Toronto City Council Wednesday as a city committee discussed a plan that could prohibit cat owners from allowing felines to roam freely outdoors.

Ottawa

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BREAKING | Banff Avenue shooting victim dies in hospital

A 24-year-old man shot on Banff Avenue in the city’s south end on Tuesday has died.
Ottawa senior says he lost life savings investing with company now facing fraud charges

An Ottawa senior citizen says he lost his life savings after investing with a real estate development firm that has been charged with fraud.
Ottawa driving instructor charged with sexual assault

An Ottawa driving instructor has been charged with sexually assaulting a female student during a driving lesson.

Vancouver

2.64M B.C. drivers still waiting for gas rebate announced in March

Millions of drivers are still waiting for their rebate cheques issued when gas prices reached record highs in British Columbia, and although prices continue to climb, they shouldn't expect anything more in the mail.
Hospital 'nightmare' in B.C. for Quebec patient denied surgery: father

A Quebec man who fell and broke his jaw, cheekbone and a bone around his left eye while visiting British Columbia says his surgery was cancelled after he was told his home province “won't pay” for the procedure.
Surrey drivers warned of hours-long road closure after hydro pole crash

Surrey drivers may need to alter their route in to work Thursday morning due to a car crash involving a hydro pole.

Montreal

Quebec says new wave of COVID-19 'under control for the moment,' urges people to be 'vigilant'

As Quebec enters the seventh wave of COVID-19, the province's health minister says the situation is 'under control for the moment' but is urging residents to be vigilant.
Hospital 'nightmare' in B.C. for Quebec patient denied surgery: father

A Quebec man who fell and broke his jaw, cheekbone and a bone around his left eye while visiting British Columbia says his surgery was cancelled after he was told his home province “won't pay” for the procedure.
Supreme Court refuses to hear Pierre Karl Peladeau's challenge against his sister

The Supreme Court of Canada is refusing to hear the challenge by Pierre Karl Péladeau and his brother, Érik Péladeau, in a case concerning their father's inheritance against their sister, Anne-Marie Péladeau.

Vancouver Island

Escaped pigs and piglets damage Vancouver Island golf course

People who are looking to swing a club at one Vancouver Island golf course have more than sand traps and water hazards to look out for.
Canadian rock icon Randy Bachman returns home with long-lost guitar

His famous guitar was stolen almost 46 years ago, but on Wednesday rock legend Randy Bachman finally brought the prized instrument home.
Malahat highway traffic snarled by truck fire

The Trans-Canada Highway was reduced to single-lane traffic in both directions due to a truck fire Thursday morning.

Atlantic

Price of fuel drops in all three Maritime provinces

Drivers in all three Maritime provinces are paying less for fuel Thursday following an overnight price drop.
More Nova Scotians eligible for fourth COVID-19 shot

Eligibility for second COVID-19 booster shots has expanded in Nova Scotia.
Body found after suspected drowning in Dartmouth

The body of a man who went missing from King’s Wharf in Dartmouth Wednesday night has been found.

Northern Ontario

Skilled labour shortage a major problem for Timmins carpenters union

The United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 2586 is in urgent need of carpenters and carpenter apprentices to join its membership.
Man pulled from burning car by five others on Ontario highway in 'heroic effort'

Five men are being hailed as heroes by the Ontario Provincial Police after saving a man from a burning vehicle on a Toronto-area highway earlier this week.
Sault suspect accused of forcible confinement, tying victim’s hands

A 33-year old suspect in Sault Ste. Marie is facing numerous charges, including forcible confinement and uttering threats, following an incident Wednesday on Cunningham Road.

Kitchener

Arrest made in stabbing at University of Waterloo residence

A 19-year-old man is facing charges after a stabbing Wednesday night at a University of Waterloo residence.
$61 million in illegal cannabis seized from production sites in Kingsville

Essex County OPP say police have seized more than $61 million worth of illegal cannabis from two production sites in Kingsville.
Video released in McLennan Park sexual assault investigation

Police are looking for a man who allegedly grabbed and sexually assaulted a woman in a Kitchener park.