Region of Waterloo opening inclusive emergency shelter

The Region of Waterloo is opening a new emergency shelter at the former Edith MacIntosh Child Care Centre building at 104 Stirling Avenue South in Kitchener. (Dan Lauckner/CTV Kitchener)

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Many trapped in Florida as Ian heads toward South Carolina

Rescue crews piloted boats and waded through flooded streets Thursday to save thousands of Floridians trapped after Hurricane Ian destroyed homes and businesses and left millions in the dark. The destruction began to come into focus a day after Ian made landfall in Florida as one of the strongest hurricanes ever to hit the U.S.

This aerial photo shows damaged boats and structures in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Fort Myers, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Queen Elizabeth II's cause of death revealed as hundreds line up in Windsor to pay respects

Hundreds of royal fans lined up outside Windsor Castle for the chance to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II as the chapel where the late monarch was buried opened to the public Thursday for the first time since her death. The queen's death certificate says the 96-year-old monarch died of old age.

Gas leak forces evacuation of several homes in Old South

A ruptured gas line required neighbouring homes on Windsor Crescent in London to be evacuated for a short time on Thursday morning.
1 in 4 Ontario farmers contemplated suicide in past 12 months: Study

There’s no way around it — Farming is one of the most stressful occupations on the planet. “Seventy six per cent of farmers are self identifying as having moderate to high stress levels. In general, that is much higher stress levels than the general population,” said Ontario Federation of Agriculture President Peggy Brekveld.
Group of southern Ontario coworkers win $1-million Maxmillions prize

A group of five coworkers in southern Ontario are sharing a $1-million lottery prize.

Windsor

Group of southern Ontario coworkers win $1-million Maxmillions prize

A group of five coworkers in southern Ontario are sharing a $1-million lottery prize.
One person taken to hospital after crash near WECHU office

Windsor police say one person was taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Ouellette Avenue.
1 in 4 Ontario farmers contemplated suicide in past 12 months: Study

There’s no way around it — Farming is one of the most stressful occupations on the planet. “Seventy six per cent of farmers are self identifying as having moderate to high stress levels. In general, that is much higher stress levels than the general population,” said Ontario Federation of Agriculture President Peggy Brekveld.

Barrie

Two suspects sought in Barrie business break-in and theft

Police in Barrie are investigating a swift overnight break-in and theft at a business in a south-end plaza.
Driver seriously injured in collision with dump truck on Highway 11

One person suffered serious injuries in a two-vehicle collision that sparked flames in Oro Township.
Three boys accused of breaking into Barrie ambulance bay

Provincial police seek to identify three young teenagers accused of breaking into an ambulance bay in Barrie.

Northern Ontario

Northerners unhappy with Enbridge rate hike on Oct. 1

Enbridge gas tells CTV News that its five per cent rate hike on Oct. 1 will cost its customers in northeastern Ontario an extra $160 a year, on average. And people in Timmins are unhappy.
Quit firing guns within city limits, Timmins police warn hunters

After receiving several complaints, the Timmins Police Service is reminding people that firing a rifle within city limits is prohibited.
Ontario family wins $2 million in the lottery

A group of four relatives who have played the Ontario lottery together for eight years have finally won big.

Ottawa

Human remains found at Vanier apartment building

Construction crews working at an apartment building in Vanier have uncovered human remains at the site.
Former Ottawa police chief Vern White resigns from Senate

Former Ottawa police chief Vern White is leaving the Senate about a decade after being appointed to the job.
Ontario man who killed mother granted full parole after 12 years

Cody Barnoski has been granted full parole the murder of his mother Michelle Barnoski in rural Ontario in 2018.

Toronto

Ontario family wins $2 million in the lottery

A group of four relatives who have played the Ontario lottery together for eight years have finally won big.
Aaron Judge calls Toronto Blue Jays pitcher 'class act' for returning historic home run ball

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge called one of the Toronto Blue Jays pitchers "a class act" for his instrumental role in returning Judge's historic home run ball to the Yankees on Wednesday night's game.
Ontario plans to extend life of Pickering nuclear plant, eyes refurbishment

Ontario is considering refurbishing a key nuclear plant, which could keep it in service for an extra 30 years, to keep pace with electricity demands that are rising so quickly they have "surprised" the government, the energy minister said Thursday.

Montreal

Family files $2.7-million lawsuit over Indigenous woman's death in Quebec hospital

The family of an Indigenous woman who was mocked by staff as she lay dying in a Quebec hospital in September 2020 has filed a lawsuit seeking nearly $2.7 million.
Anglade calls for immediate removal of Boulet as minister

Liberal leader Dominique Anglade feels Jean Boulet can no longer remain Minister of Immigration, Employment, Labour and Social Solidarity because of his comments on immigration.
Quebec to start flu vaccination campaign, as COVID-19 hospitalizations rise by dozens

Quebec's director of public health Dr. Luc Boileau updated the province on the evolution of the COVID-19 situation in Quebec Thursday morning. He said it is too early to talk about an eighth wave, but acknowledged that hospitalizations are rising.

Atlantic

'Patience is wearing thin,' for Maritimers who question if utilities ready for storms

Some Maritimers who lost power for days after post-tropical storm Fiona are questioning whether power utilities have properly prepared their grids for the powerful storms that are increasingly battering the region.
Financial relief on the way for Nova Scotians affected by Fiona

Nova Scotians in need of financial aid following post-tropical storm Fiona can now apply for assistance from the provincial government.
Fiona cleanup: Federal government poised to send more troops to Atlantic Canada

Defence Minister Anita Anand says there are now 700 military members in Atlantic Canada helping with the cleanup after post-tropical storm Fiona left much of the region in tatters.

Winnipeg

Sentencing begins for Winnipeg man who admitted to fatally stabbing daughter

The family of a three-year-old who was fatally stabbed by her father is asking a Winnipeg judge to apply the longest possible sentence for the man.
Manitoba's deficit shows signs of improvement: report

Despite a looming economic slowdown or recession, Manitoba’s red ink may be shrinking.
'We weren't heard:' Northern Manitoba mom claims health-care negligence after daughter’s near-death experience

A mother from Mathias Colomb Cree Nation in Northern Manitoba is sharing her and her family’s experience at the isolated community’s nursing station, claiming their concerns about their daughter’s breathing were not listened to until the situation became critical.

Calgary

2-year-old girl fatally injured in southeast Calgary neighbourhood, man in custody

An investigation is underway into the suspected Thursday morning homicide of a little girl in a southeast Calgary neighbourhood.
What we know about gun violence, shootings in Calgary so far this year

As of Wednesday Calgary had recorded 106 shooting incidents.
Calgary police seek accused in grandparent scam who missed court appearance

Nicky Cotroni-Bruno was scheduled to appear in court on Sept. 26, but failed to appear.

Edmonton

Leduc introduces $1,000 fines to curb catalytic converter thefts

The City of Leduc has made an amendment to its Business Licence Bylaw in an attempt to curb catalytic converter thefts.
2 dead after 5-vehicle collision in Mill Woods

A 90-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man were killed in a five-vehicle crash in Mill Woods Wednesday afternoon.
Alberta doctors reach agreement with government: sources

Alberta doctors have ratified a proposed agreement with the provincial government.

Vancouver

Gas prices reach 239.9 cents per litre in Metro Vancouver, breaking all-time record

The price of gas reached an all-time high of 239.9 cents per litre in Metro Vancouver on Thursday, and analysts expect it will climb even higher before the weekend.
Microsoft digitally recreates Stanley Park, Science World, other B.C. landmarks

From Stanley Park to the B.C. legislature buildings, some of the most eye-catching landmarks in British Columbia have been digitally recreated by Microsoft.
B.C. officials to announce 'health-care improvements' Thursday

The B.C. government is preparing to announce "health-care improvements" at a news conference Thursday afternoon.