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Expert says N.B. police officer who fatally shot woman was right to use lethal force

An expert in Canadian policing says the New Brunswick officer who killed a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check two years ago was following police training
Seven NB residents, groups recognized with National Inclusive Education Awards

Seven New Brunswickers and groups have been recognized with National Inclusive Education Awards.
GoFundMe campaign set up to support staff of restaurants closed by fire

A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to support the staff of three Fredericton restaurants that are suddenly without jobs after a fire last week
Province, Crown counsel reach tentative collective agreement

The provincial government says it has reached a tentative agreement with Crown counsel in New Brunswick
N.B. introduces stand-alone child welfare legislation

New Brunswick has introduced new, stand-alone child welfare legislation to promote the interests, protection, participation and well-being of children, youth and families
Thirty-seven companies nominated for 2022 New Brunswick Export Awards

Thirty-seven of New Brunswick's highest-performing export companies have been nominated for this year's provincial Export Awards
Gas up 9.6 c/L, diesel climbs 17.1 c/L in New Brunswick

Gas and diesel took significant jumps in New Brunswick after the Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) reset fuel prices overnight
Canada on 'upward trajectory' on NATO spending, modernizing Norad: defence minister

Canada's defence minister says the federal government is on an ``upward trajectory'' when it comes to meeting its NATO spending targets and modernizing Norad.
Liberals not keen on NDP push to hike GST rebate, Canada Child Benefit cheques

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the new national child-care deals are saving Canadians thousands of dollars and helping offset the hits that keep coming to grocery and gas bills.
Canada’s COVID-19 infections among adults tripled in early 2022 due to Omicron: study

The number of Canadian adults infected with COVID-19 was three times higher during the fifth wave of the pandemic than the total number of adults infected in the previous four waves.
Parliament creates day to remember Tamil genocide in Sri Lanka

Canada's Parliament has created a day to recognize the genocide of the Tamil people in Sri Lanka.
Canadians in the dark about how their data is collected and used, report finds

A report says digital technology has become so widespread at such a rapid pace that Canadians have little idea what information is being collected about them.
Liberals set to revive plan for Canada Border Services Agency watchdog

The federal Liberals are poised to rekindle a plan to allow travellers, immigration detainees and others who feel they have been mistreated by Canada's border agency to complain to an independent body.
Chantel Moore shot by N.B. police officer in chest, abdomen and leg, inquest hears

The pathologist who conducted an autopsy on Chantel Moore says the 26-year-old Indigenous woman was shot twice in the chest, once in the abdomen and once in her left leg
Inflation rate up slightly in April to 6.8 per cent: Statistics Canada

Statistics Canada says the annual pace of inflation crept up in April as the cost of nearly everything at the grocery store continued to climb higher
Ottawa to invest nearly $50 million in Indigenous Wind Energy Project in Saint John

The federal government is investing nearly $50 million in the Burchill Wind Energy Project in Saint John
Committee settles on new name for municipal entity following public backlash

After being sent back to the drawing board with their first choice, the transition committee tasked with renaming a new Chaleur Region municipal entity has decided on a new name for the community.
One arrested, firearms and drugs seized in Woodstock Friday

A man was arrested and firearms and drugs were seized in Woodstock on Friday
Man displaced by fire in Williamstown early Tuesday

One man is temporarily homeless after a house fire in Williamstown early Tuesday morning
Woodstock Police respond to 'possible public safety threat' on Tuesday morning

A potential threat to public safety forced Woodstock Police to cordon off part of the downtown area for more than 90 minutes on Tuesday morning
EUB invokes interrupter clause to lower price of diesel in New Brunswick

The Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) invoked the interrupter clause and lowered the price of diesel and furnace oil in New Brunswick on Tuesday night
Liberals move to bar sanctioned Russians from Canada through immigration amendments

The Liberal government is moving to ban Russians sanctioned over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine from entering Canada.
Ottawa interim police chief Steve Bell didn't ask feds to invoke Emergencies Act

Ottawa's interim police chief says he did not ask the federal government to invoke the Emergencies Act during the ``Freedom Convoy'' in February.
Loblaw to adopt Ukrainian spelling of chicken Kyiv for frozen dish

One of Canada's largest supermarket chains is taking a small but meaningful step to signal its support for Ukraine as the country defends itself against Russia's invasion.
Joly heads to UN to mobilize action on food crisis sparked by invasion of Ukraine

Foreign Minister Melanie Joly is travelling to New York today for two days of meetings at the UN on the world food crisis sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Canadians in the dark about how their data is collected and used, report finds

A new report says digital technology has become so widespread at such a rapid pace that Canadians have little idea what information is being collected about them or how it is used.
Costs to get out of the city rising as fuel prices keep inching up

The cost of gasoline keeps rising ahead of the May long weekend, making a jaunt out of the city cost a fair bit more than the same trip last year.
Two people dead following head-on crash involving school bus

Two people are dead following a head-on collision between a passenger vehicle and a school bus.
New Brunswick reports five more COVID-19 deaths, drop in hospitalizations

New Brunswick is reporting five more deaths attributed to COVID-19 since its last report.
ACOA invests $300,000 in naval memorial in Saint John

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is investing $300,000 in a naval memorial in Saint John
N.B. police officer who fatally shot woman during wellness check testifies at inquest

The police officer who fatally shot a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check in Edmundston, N.B., two years ago says he doesn't know why things escalated so quickly
N.B. to participate in International Roadcheck 2022

Enforcement officers with the New Brunswick Department of Justice and Public Safety will participate in International Roadcheck 2022 from May 17th to 19th
Drugs and prohibited weapons seized, three arrested in southeastern N.B. on Friday

The RCMP says drugs, prohibited weapons, money and a large number of stolen items were seized in southeastern New Brunswick on Friday
Police identify body pulled from river as that of missing 22-year old

Woodstock Police have positively identified the body pulled from the Saint John (Wolastoq) River on the weekend as that of a missing 22-year old from the community
Police investigating vandalism incident in New Denmark

The Saint-Léonard RCMP is asking the public for help as they investigate an incident of vandalism in New Denmark
Joly: Canada prepared to send ships to Romanian ports to help export Ukraine's wheat

Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Canada is prepared to send ships to help Ukraine export its wheat to the developing world.
Residential school site searches so far just 'tip of the iceberg': Miller

Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Marc Miller says the searches on the grounds of former residential schools to date are just the beginning.
Metis leader calls for Queen to apologize for residential schools

The president of the Metis National Council says the Queen should apologize for residential schools to help survivors and their families heal.
Bloc, NDP support Tory bid to revive committee studying Canada-China relations

MPs have voted to re-establish a special committee on Canada-China relations.
Joly condemns Israeli police behaviour at Palestinian journalist's funeral

Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly is condemning as appalling images of Israeli police pushing and hitting mourners at the funeral of an Al Jazeera journalist who was shot while working in the West Bank.
Government's changing vape strategy shifts focus away from cigarettes, some fear

Advocates on both sides of the vaping debate say the government's clampdown on youth vaping is raising questions about how it plans to meet its tobacco reduction targets.
Over half of young people see racist content online about immigrants, poll suggests

A new survey suggests that more than half of Canadians under age 35 come across racist or prejudiced remarks about immigrants on the internet.
Shortages of some baby formula in Quebec due to panic buying, U.S. supply issues

Disruptions at Abbott, the largest baby formula maker in the U-S, are causing supply issues for specific hypoallergenic formulas across Canada.
Police investigating after man stabbed in Saint John

New Brunswick police say a 43-year-old man suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries in a stabbing in Saint John.
Coroner's inquest begins into 2020 police shooting of Indigenous woman in N.B.

A jury of three women and two men has been chosen in the coroner's inquest into the death of Chantel Moore, a 26-year-old Indigenous woman fatally shot during a wellness check by police in Edmundston, N.B.
Applications for resident moose draw now being accepted

Hunters in New Brunswick have until 11:59 p.m. on June 10th to enter the draw for the 2022 moose hunt
Four firearms seized, stolen property recovered in Centreville

The RCMP says four firearms and ammunition were seized and stolen vehicles and tools were recovered after the search of a home in Centreville
First patient in Quebec gets approval from Health Canada for magic mushroom therapy

A pioneering clinic in the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is about to become the first health-care facility in Quebec to legally treat depression with psilocybin -- the hallucinogenic compound found in some mushrooms.
Unauthorized items seized at Atlantic Institution in Renous

Correctional Service Canada (CSC) says a package containing unauthorized items was intercepted on the perimeter of Atlantic Institution in Renous earlier this month
RCMP ask for public's help investigating alleged sexual assault dating back to 1980s

The RCMP is asking the public for help with their investigation into a sexual assault dating back to the 1980s.

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Two N.S. women airlifted to hospital following head-on collision in Craigmore

Two women were airlifted to hospital following a head-on collision in Craigmore, N.S.
Expert says N.B. police officer who fatally shot Chantel Moore was right to use lethal force

An expert in Canadian policing says the New Brunswick officer who killed a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check two years ago was following police training.
Masks no longer required in Nova Scotia public schools next week

Starting next week, students and staff will no longer be required to wear masks in Nova Scotia public schools.
N.S. man facing charges following robbery at Antigonish convenience store

A man is facing multiple theft charges after a convenience store was robbed in Antigonish, N.S.
After 28 years on TV comedian Cathy Jones will perform in N.S.

The first annual Bloom Comedy Fest is happening this Saturday in New Minas, N.S., featuring five comedians including sketch comedy star Cathy Jones.
'It changes everything for us': CAT ferry to make first sailing in three years Thursday

It’s taken the Cat ferry three years to return to service between Yarmouth, N.S. and Maine in the United States.
'The atmosphere was electric': Moncton barista wins seat in national coffee competition

A Moncton barista recently got to show off his coffee expertise at a qualifying event in Toronto.
P.E.I. park to be named in honour of Mi’kmaw runner

Michael Thomas was one of the best long distance runners of his era. In 1911, he was the first Prince Edward Islander to ever run the Boston Marathon. He finished 26th that year.
N.S. woman opens up about living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome to bring awareness to disorder

Nicole Regan is opening up about living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a connective tissue disorder that often goes undiagnosed, in hopes of bringing awareness to the life-long chronic condition.
'It's pretty exciting': Cape Breton businesses welcome back cruise ship passengers

The waterfront in Sydney, N.S., was buzzing with activity on Wednesday as passengers with the Holland America Zaandam cruise ship explored the area.
Record food price hike has some Maritimers cutting down on food waste

At a time when the cost of pretty much everything seems to be sky-high, the latest inflation figures, which came out Wednesday, were shocking when it came to the price of food.
Food inflation rate reaches 40-year high, forcing Maritimers to modify buying habits

The price of food purchases from Canadian stores was up 9.7 per cent in April compared to last year, making it the largest increase since September 1981.
N.B. introduces milestone legislation focused on child-centred approach, early intervention

The New Brunswick government introduced new stand-alone child welfare legislation Wednesday aimed at promoting the interests, protection, participation and well-being of children and youth, along with the health and well-being of families.
New program will help P.E.I. residents living with diabetes better manage disease

Prince Edward Island residents living with diabetes will soon have access to a new program aimed at helping Islanders and their health-care team better monitor their sugar levels more frequently.
Halifax police seek suspect after delivery driver robbed with gun

Halifax Regional Police are looking for a suspect after a delivery driver was robbed with a gun early Wednesday morning.
Elective surgeries, diagnostic imaging services resume at Truro hospital following flood

Elective surgeries and diagnostic imaging services have resumed at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro, N.S.
Halifax police release identity of 37-year-old stabbing victim

Halifax Regional Police have released the identity of a woman who died after she was stabbed early Tuesday morning.
Students were on school bus involved in fatal two-vehicle collision; N.B. RCMP release ages of victims

Police have released the ages of the two people who died when a car and school bus collided in Charlo, N.B., Tuesday, and have also confirmed that students were on the bus at the time.
Fisheries Department issuing licences in N.L. without checking boat registration: TSB

An investigation into a fatal 2020 fishing accident in Newfoundland has prompted the Transportation Safety Board to call on the federal Fisheries Department to change the way it issues fishing licences.
Former RCMP staff sergeant describes spotty radio, lack of resources in N.S. shooting

A retired RCMP officer who led much of the response to the 2020 mass shooting in Nova Scotia testified today that spotty radio service posed challenges as Mounties chased a murderous suspect.
Halifax CAO Jacques Dubé resigning from position at the end of the year

Halifax's chief administrative officer is resigning from his position at the end of the year.
Chantel Moore shot by N.B. police officer in chest, abdomen and leg, inquest hears

The pathologist who conducted an autopsy on Chantel Moore says the 26-year-old Indigenous woman was shot twice in the chest, once in the abdomen and once in her left leg.
Five men face charges after armed break-in at Saint John home

Five men are facing charges after they allegedly tried to break into a home in Saint John, N.B., early Tuesday morning.
Woman charged with stunting after Halifax police clock vehicle at 109 km/h in 50 zone

A 34-year-old woman has been charged with stunting after police say she was caught driving 59 kilometres over the posted speed limit in Halifax.
What's the average price of a home where you live?

While the latest data from the Canadian Real Estate Association shows that the average price of a home in Canada declined month-over-month, Canadians still spent more on home purchases in April 2022 than they did one year before. CTVNews.ca has gathered properties from across the country, listed at what is considered the average price of a home in their respective regions.
Prince Charles, Camilla visit Ukrainian church in Ottawa on second day of royal tour

Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, will attend a service at Ottawa's Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral today as they visit the national capital.
Dartmouth man charged for 'promoting hatred' on sign attached to cabin: RCMP

A man from Dartmouth, N.S., has been charged and is due in court after the RCMP says a sign on his cabin was "promoting hatred."
Price of groceries expected to rise as fuel fluctuates

Expect to keep paying high prices at the grocery store, even if the cost of gas dip in the coming months.
N.B. RCMP seize firearms, drugs following search of Woodstock residence

New Brunswick RCMP have seized firearms and drugs from a residence in Woodstock as a result of an investigation.
Former RCMP officer testifies that warning tweet in N.S. mass shooting took too long

A former RCMP officer told a Nova Scotia public inquiry on Tuesday that a tweet warning the public about the mass shooter driving a replica police vehicle should have been sent immediately after he ordered it, not two crucial hours later.
Nova Scotia discusses solutions for ambulance offload delays

On Tuesday, offload delays were on the agenda at the provinces meeting of the Standing Committee on Health.
Taxi fares are going up in the Halifax Regional Municipality

Drivers are dealing with higher gas prices. And after Tuesday — passengers taking a taxi in Halifax will also face higher fares.
Saint John heritage advocate asks for removal of heritage designation from property

Developer Jim Bezanson became the owner of an uptown Saint John 19th century brick building back in 1998, and is now trying to build an addition.
Allegation of racism at Moncton hockey tournament under investigation

A hockey organization in Moncton is investigating after an allegation of racism was reported to have occurred during a tournament in the city over the weekend.
Two people dead after car and school bus collide in New Brunswick

Two people are dead after a car and school bus collided on Highway 11 in New Brunswick, says RCMP.
The yin to her yang: N.B. woman does yoga with baby by her side

Erica Whitman has either been doing or instructing yoga for most of her life. Now she's taking her 6-month-old daughter along for the ride.
Many Canadians feel gun violence getting worse in their communities: poll

Many Canadians say gun violence is increasing in the communities they live in, with residents in major cities and the country's largest provinces mostly reporting such views, according to a new survey from the Angus Reid Institute.
Labour and delivery services resume at Truro hospital following flood

Labour and delivery services have resumed at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro, N.S.
N.B. reports 5 COVID-19-related deaths, drop in hospitalizations and cases in weekly report

Five more people have died in New Brunswick because of COVID-19, according to the province’s weekly COVID-19 report.
P.E.I. reports 1 new death related to COVID-19, drop in cases

Prince Edward Island is reporting one additional death related to COVID-19, according to data released in the province’s weekly COVID-19 update.
N.S. failing to properly monitor people serving community sentences: auditor general

Nova Scotia's auditor general says the province must immediately and significantly improve how it monitors people serving sentences in the community.Nova Scotia's auditor general says the province must immediately and significantly improve how it monitors people serving sentences in the community.
New research suggests possible trigger for the onset of multiple sclerosis

Recent advancements in multiple sclerosis (MS) research have some people who live with the disease confident a breakthrough could be around the corner.
N.B. police officer who fatally shot Chantel Moore during wellness check testifies at inquest

The police officer who fatally shot a 26-year-old Indigenous woman during a wellness check in Edmundston, N.B., two years ago says he doesn't know why things escalated so quickly.
From Zambonis to scoreboards: N.S. spends $1M on rink upgrades, repairs

The Nova Scotia government is spending more than $1 million to repair and upgrade 25 rinks around the province.
N.S. gas prices jump by 9.5 cents; price of diesel to be adjusted at midnight

It’s another record-breaking day for gas prices in Nova Scotia after they jumped by 9.5 cents overnight -- just four days after they had reached $2 per litre in some parts of the province.
Confusion over RCMP leadership roles marked early investigation of N.S. mass shooting

When a man disguised as a Mountie started killing people in northern Nova Scotia two years ago, there was considerable confusion over who was in charge of the RCMP operation, newly released documents show.
Woman dies from injuries after Halifax stabbing; police investigating homicide

Halifax Regional Police are on scene in the Herring Cove Road area after a person was stabbed overnight.
Investigation leads N.B. RCMP to seize drugs, weapons from three locations

An ongoing investigation in relation to drug trafficking led by the New Brunswick RCMP has resulted in the seizure of drugs, prohibited weapons, money, and several stolen items near Shediac.
Pictou County RCMP recover RV taken during break-and-enter

RCMP in Pictou County, N.S. have recovered a recreational vehicle that was taken during a break-and-enter that occurred last week.
Rolling debate about alternative transportation choices, public safety in Maritime municipalities

Some Maritime municipalities are weighing the growing popularity of alternative transportation choices against public safety concerns.

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Kelly Osbourne made claims on social media.
Rod Stewart Among Acts Celebrating Queen Elizabeth II

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Chuck D To Be Honoured At Canadian Music Week

The Public Enemy co-founder will receive a social justice award.
Eric Clapton Postpones Shows After Testing Positive For COVID-19

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