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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.

Introducing social media to children: How to create positive habits

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.

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.
'Widespread smoke' prompts special air quality statement

As wildfires continue to burn in Northern Ontario and Quebec, a special air quality statement has been issued for London and surrounding areas.
'We are trying to get to Grand Bend': G2 driver charged after travelling 60 km/h over the speed limit

An 18 year old from Kitchener, Ont. is facing stunt driving charges after OPP clocked them allegedly speeding 150 km/h because they were 'trying to get to Grand Bend.'

Windsor

Body of missing teen found by Windsor police

According to Windsor police, Gabrielle Vinall's body was found and identified in the Fighting Island area.
38 charges laid during commercial vehicle blitz

A joint forces initiative cracking down on commercial vehicles led to 38 charges throughout Essex County.
Driver arrested after rollover crash on Campbell Ave

Windsor police have arrested the driver and closed a section of Campbell Avenue after a rollover crash.

Barrie

Total fire ban issued for several areas in Simcoe County

Multiple municipalities across Simcoe County are under fire bans amid tinder-dry conditions igniting concerns about the potential dangers of out-of-control fires.
Motorist charged with stunt driving in front of Innisfil public school

Police charged a motorist with stunt driving through a community safety zone in Innisfil.
Charges laid in 'targeted' shooting and home invasion in Keswick

Police arrested three individuals in connection with a shooting and attempted home invasion in Georgina last month.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

Winnipeg

Car crash causing Wednesday morning road closures on Main Street

A section of Main Street is closed on Wednesday morning following a car crash in the area.
Missing woman last seen in May: WPS

The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned about the well-being of a missing 18-year-old woman who hasn’t been seen in several weeks.
Religious teachings at St. James school to be allowed next year following vote by board of trustees

Some students at an elementary school in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division will be receiving 30 minutes of religious teaching next year after the board of trustees passed a bylaw Tuesday evening.

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.

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.

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.

ION train service impacted by weather

ION train service impacted by weather

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