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CTVNews.ca Top Stories Over 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall for fire hazards, following one reported death More than 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall in Canada and the U.S. following a report of one consumer died as the result of a fire. BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Shell investigation reveals vendor data breach Shell confirms a cybersecurity incident that occurred last week targeted a vendor the company works with, not the oil and gas giant. Canadians more likely to prefer someone other than Trudeau lead Liberals in next election: Nanos Canadians are three times more likely to prefer someone other than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to lead the Liberals in the next election, a new Nanos Research survey for CTV News shows. Ontario woman forced to pay $23K medical bill after heart attack abroad despite travel insurance An Ontario woman who took a trip to the Cayman Islands in January was hospitalized after a heart attack and even though she had travel medical insurance, she was told she needed to pay the hospital bill herself. Calgary activates municipal emergency plan after water main break The city of Calgary is under a mandatory water advisory where officials are telling all residents and businesses to strictly limit their water usage following a major water main break on Wednesday. Pro-Palestinian supporters occupy McGill University administration building Pro-Palestinian protesters at McGill university said they are barricading themselves in the administration building as part of a “global call to action.” ‘Don’t have enough progress to avert a strike,’ TTC union says as deadline nears The union representing thousands of frontline TTC workers says it’s deadlocked in negotiations with the city, with just hours left ahead of a midnight strike deadline. Man charged in murder of Ont. woman Elnaz Hajtamiri is headed to trial The man accused in the murder and kidnapping of his former girlfriend, Elnaz Hajtamiri, is headed for trial. Canada BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Pro-Palestinian supporters occupy McGill University administration building Pro-Palestinian protesters at McGill university said they are barricading themselves in the administration building as part of a “global call to action.” New centre in the works to track Indigenous data on businesses, land and resources A new institute is in the works that would track Indigenous economic prosperity in Canada by collecting data on population, businesses, land and resources. The First Nations University of Canada announced Thursday that it will set up the centre with help from two foundations. Calgary activates municipal emergency plan after water main break The city of Calgary is under a mandatory water advisory where officials are telling all residents and businesses to strictly limit their water usage following a major water main break on Wednesday. MPs calling out hate while disparaging Israel criticism ‘duplicitous’: Muslim groups Muslim groups say all political parties need to work harder to stamp out Islamophobia in Canada, and allow more space for people to criticize Israel without being painted as antisemitic. Over 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall for fire hazards, following one reported death More than 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall in Canada and the U.S. following a report of one consumer died as the result of a fire. World Biden says he won’t pardon son if he’s convicted at trial U.S. President Joe Biden said in an interview Thursday he would not pardon his son, Hunter Biden, if he’s found guilty of criminal federal gun charges. Prince Harry wins right to challenge U.K. police protection ruling Prince Harry has been given permission to appeal against the rejection of his legal challenge to the British government’s decision to take away his police protection when he is in Britain, his lawyer said on Thursday. As the world marks 80th anniversary of D-Day landings, renewed war in Europe is on minds of many Leaders, veterans and visitors from around the world paid tribute Thursday to the D-Day generation in moving ceremonies on and around the Normandy beaches where the Allies landed exactly 80 years ago, with the war in Ukraine on the minds of many and a common message that tyranny cannot be permitted to prevail. ‘It’s just really a miracle’: Family survives being thrown by tornado Sheri Wolf is receiving treatment at Iowa Methodist Hospital after the Greenfield tornado leveled her house with her family inside. U.S. to send new $225 million military aid package to Ukraine, officials say The U.S. will send about US$225 million in military aid to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Thursday, in a new package that includes ammunition Kyiv’s forces could use to strike threats inside Russia to defend the city of Kharkiv from a heavy Russian assault. Trump ally Steve Bannon ordered to report to prison for defying Jan. 6 probe Steve Bannon, a former top adviser to Donald Trump, must report to prison by July 1 to serve a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress, a federal judge said on Thursday. Politics Canadians more likely to prefer someone other than Trudeau lead Liberals in next election: Nanos Canadians are three times more likely to prefer someone other than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to lead the Liberals in the next election, a new Nanos Research survey for CTV News shows. New centre in the works to track Indigenous data on businesses, land and resources A new institute is in the works that would track Indigenous economic prosperity in Canada by collecting data on population, businesses, land and resources. The First Nations University of Canada announced Thursday that it will set up the centre with help from two foundations. BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Health Eating disorder specialist spreads hopeful message about recovery Social worker and eating disorder specialist Kyla Fox is keeping her focus on positive outcomes. As teens and their families learn about medical treatment available, she also wants to educate young people about the reality of recovery from eating disorders. B.C.’s brain-injured, mentally-ill drug users: Forced treatment on the table for ‘clinical triad’ When B.C.’s premier announced a new scientific advisor to address some of the province’s most difficult patients to treat, he raised an issue that’s often overlooked: drug overdose survivors. Pediatricians say all adolescents should be screened for eating disorders The Canadian Paediatric Society is urging primary-care providers to screen all adolescent patients for eating disorders during routine checkups and other medical visits. Sci-Tech Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids Experts share some tips on staying safe, communicating and setting limits on social media — for kids as well as their parents. FEATURE FEATURE | Learn how geomagnetic storms create the northern lights – and why they can be dangerous The sun has been going through solar cycles for 4.6 billion years, but in May, millions of humans were able to experience an intense burst of solar activity. Boeing’s astronaut capsule arrives at the space station after thruster trouble Boeing’s new capsule arrived at the International Space Station on Thursday, delayed by last-minute thruster trouble that almost derailed the docking for this first test flight with astronauts. Entertainment Drake places $500K bet on Edmonton Oilers to win Stanley Cup Final Canadian rap artist Drake placed a $500,000 bet on the Edmonton Oilers to win the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers. Drake takes down Kendrick Lamar diss tracks on Instagram Drake is pulling back on his beef with Kendrick Lamar. After weeks of relative silence in one of rap’s most captivating diss battles, Toronto’s biggest rap star quietly removed three tracks from his social media that had stoked the flames of conflict. Can the Taylor Swift effect jolt Toronto’s sputtering tourism industry? Visitors injected billions of dollars into Toronto’s economy last year, a new study finds, but tourists have yet to return to pre-pandemic levels amid signs of slowing growth. Will Taylor Swift’s shows in Toronto change that? Business Shell investigation reveals vendor data breach Shell confirms a cybersecurity incident that occurred last week targeted a vendor the company works with, not the oil and gas giant. Over 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall for fire hazards, following one reported death More than 1.2 million rechargeable lights are under recall in Canada and the U.S. following a report of one consumer died as the result of a fire. Europe Central Bank jumps ahead of U.S. in lowering rates, future cuts may be limited The European Central Bank cut its key interest rate Thursday by a quarter-point, moving ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve as central banks around the world lean toward lowering borrowing costs — a shift with far-reaching consequences for home buyers, savers and investors. Lifestyle Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids Experts share some tips on staying safe, communicating and setting limits on social media — for kids as well as their parents. Transform your anxiety into something useful. Here’s how Tossing and turning in the wee hours. A low but constant buzzing in the brain that thwarts concentration. A feeling of tense restlessness. ‘Every single one is so unique’: Edmonton artist offers Oilers-themed interior decorating If a painting is worth a thousand words, how much is an Oilers-themed mural worth? A local artist is helping fans find out. Sports Drake places $500K bet on Edmonton Oilers to win Stanley Cup Final Canadian rap artist Drake placed a $500,000 bet on the Edmonton Oilers to win the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers. Coco Gauff calls for video replays after controversial decision during loss Coco Gauff stressed the need for tennis to use a Video Review (VR) system, after being reduced to tears following a debate with the chair umpire over a controversial call in her French Open semi-final defeat by Iga Swiatek on Thursday. ‘Loves the game’: McDavid, Oilers ready for Stanley Cup final after long journey Superstar Connor McDavid is leading Stanley Cup Playoffs in points and is playing in his first final. Autos Bob Kelley, long-time publisher of used car guide Kelley Blue Book, dies at 96 If you’re wondering how much your car is worth, or how much to pay for that car you’re thinking of buying, there’s a good chance you’ll check KBB.com. Toyota apologizes for cheating on vehicle testing and halts production of three models Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda apologized Monday for massive cheating on certification tests for seven vehicle models as the automaker suspended production of three of them. Here’s how far B.C. drivers must keep from cyclists, pedestrians under new law A new law protecting cyclists and pedestrians in British Columbia takes effect Monday, establishing minimum distances that drivers must keep from so-called vulnerable road users. Local Spotlight ‘The fresh air’: Supercentenarian shares secret on 107th birthday Marking a milestone, Lakeshore resident Olga White celebrated her 107th birthday in style Wednesday. ‘What a deal’: Zamboni among items available at municipal surplus sale in New Brunswick The municipality of Tantramar, N.B., is holding a sale to get rid of surplus items it acquired after the Town of Sackville amalgamated with smaller communities last year. Free money? Mysterious person leaving $50 bills around Metro Vancouver For several weeks, a mysterious social media user has apparently been leaving $50 bills hidden across Metro Vancouver. Regina Rifles statue officially unveiled in France A statue dedicated to the Royal Regina Rifles Regiment has been officially unveiled in France just ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. N.S. student wins prestigious scholarship for famous Scotland university A Cape Breton is this year’s recipient of the McEuen Scholarship, which gives him basically a full ride to the medical school at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. Suspect caught making sundae during Kelowna break-in: RCMP Mounties in Kelowna nabbed a would-be burglar with an apparent sweet tooth over the weekend. ‘A lot of all-nighters’: Winnipeg student creates massive D-Day diorama When Alyssa Anklewich’s history teacher assigned her Westwood Collegiate class an essay about D-Day, the 15-year-old had other ideas. Forest bathing: What it is and why some Alberta doctors recommend it Many people are familiar with the benefits of being in nature, but forest therapy goes a step further than a simple walk in the woods. Lanny McDonald and a few old Flames take the Stanley Cup on a surprise visit to the man who saved his life The Stanley Cup was passing through town Friday, and Lanny Legend took it upon himself to take it for a surprise visit. Vancouver Search suspended for overdue mountaineers near Squamish, B.C. Rescue crews have suspended the search for three mountaineers who failed to return from a difficult climb near Squamish, B.C., on Friday. B.C. city loses appeal of million-dollar award for spectator’s hockey puck injury British Columbia’s highest court has struck down an appeal by the City of Langford, which argued that a million-dollar payout to a woman who was hit in the face with a roller-hockey puck at a municipal arena was disproportionately high for her injuries. Driver in critical condition after ‘unknown object’ flew through windshield on Highway 1 A driver is in critical condition after a unknown object flew through their windshield while they were travelling along Highway 1 Thursday. Toronto BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. ‘Don’t have enough progress to avert a strike,’ TTC union says as deadline nears The union representing thousands of frontline TTC workers says it’s deadlocked in negotiations with the city, with just hours left ahead of a midnight strike deadline. Judge orders video game developer to freeze accounts belonging to Ontario’s so-called ‘Crypto King’ An Ontario judge has ordered the developer behind the popular video gaming platform Steam to freeze the accounts of Ontario’s so-called ‘Crypto King,’ to prevent him from trading or liquidating assets. Calgary Calgary activates municipal emergency plan after water main break The city of Calgary is under a mandatory water advisory where officials are telling all residents and businesses to strictly limit their water usage following a major water main break on Wednesday. BREAKING BREAKING | Shooting in Calgary community of Woodlands leaves man in hospital One man was seriously injured in a shooting in the Calgary community of Woodlands on Thursday. Failure of ‘grandfather of all water mains’ to blame for Calgary water issues, councillor says A Calgary city councillor says a water crisis affecting one community is “very serious” and is calling on the generosity of Calgarians to help their neighbours. Ottawa Ottawa receives 30 to 44 mm of rain on Thursday, causing temporary flooding Heavy rain soaked Ottawa Thursday afternoon, causing temporary flooding on sections of Highway 417, municipal roads and sidewalks. As of 5 p.m., 30 mm of rain had been recorded at the Ottawa International Airport BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Highway 417 eastbound to remain reduced to 1 lane near Vankleek Hill all weekend Eastbound traffic on Highway 417 near Vankleek Hill will be reduced to one lane for the next several days after some of the pavement near an overpass buckled Wednesday. Montreal Pro-Palestinian supporters occupy McGill University administration building Pro-Palestinian protesters at McGill university said they are barricading themselves in the administration building as part of a “global call to action.” Poilievre calls on Liberals to refuse exemption for Montreal supervised drug-use site The leader of the Conservative Party of Canada has asked the federal government to refuse an exemption requested by a safe drug use site in Montreal’s St-Henri neighbourhood after nearby residents have raised concerns about their safety. Man sentenced to life in prison, no chance of parole for 13 years after Montreal teen’s fatal stabbing A 21-year-old man convicted in the 2021 stabbing death of 16-year-old Jannai Dopwell-Bailey outside a Montreal school must serve 13 years in prison before being eligible for parole. Edmonton Canadians more likely to prefer someone other than Trudeau lead Liberals in next election: Nanos Canadians are three times more likely to prefer someone other than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to lead the Liberals in the next election, a new Nanos Research survey for CTV News shows. Violent offender released in Edmonton: EPS Edmonton police are warning residents about the release of a man they believe poses a threat to the community. Drake places $500K bet on Edmonton Oilers to win Stanley Cup Final Canadian rap artist Drake placed a $500,000 bet on the Edmonton Oilers to win the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers. Atlantic ‘We are forever in your debt’: Those who fought and died remembered during Moncton’s D-Day ceremony Government officials, Second World War veterans and spectators gathered at the Moncton Cenotaph in Moncton, N.B., Thursday afternoon to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. Elderly woman dies after being struck by out-of-control vehicle in Wolfville Ridge: N.S. RCMP An 87-year-old Nova Scotia woman has died after police say an out-of-control vehicle struck her while she was standing beside her car in Wolfville Ridge, N.S. Charges dismissed against pair accused of harassing N.S. medical officer during COVID A Nova Scotia judge has dismissed charges against two people accused of harassing the province’s chief medical officer during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying the case had taken took long to reach the trial stage. Winnipeg 61-year-old cyclist dead after hit-and-run: WPS A 61-year-old cyclist has died after a hit-and-run on Wellington Crescent Thursday morning. ‘It’s difficult for everyone’: CFIB asking for city to help businesses impacted during construction season As construction season ramps up in Winnipeg, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business is calling on the city to provide support to those businesses that are impacted by the work and corresponding road closures. 19-year-old Manitoba man charged in double homicide: RCMP The 19-year-old man arrested in a double homicide in Minegoziibe Anishinabe earlier this week has been charged and identified. Regina Sask. Teachers’ Federation, gov’t searching for path forward following impasse, reinstating job sanctions As teachers right across Saskatchewan prepare to take part in “work-to rule” job action beginning next week – both sides are presenting their case as to why after a year-long labour dispute, a deal has not yet been reached. Regina police looking for silver truck that fled pedestrian collision The Regina Police Service (RPS) is asking for the public’s help as it investigates a pedestrian collision that took place Thursday afternoon. Services needed to provide mental health supports at Living Sky School Division: Sask. auditor More intervention services are needed to provide support for students with mental health challenges at Living Sky School Division (LSSD), according to the newly released Saskatchewan auditor’s report. Kitchener Ont. powerlifter battles back after catching mild cold that turned into rare and deadly disease An Ontario powerlifter caught a mild cold last year. Six days later, he was fighting for his life in the ICU. BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Missing coyote decoys at Waterloo Park won’t be replaced Plastic coyotes, set up around Waterloo Park to scare off geese, have now been missing for more than a month. Saskatoon Saskatoon Pride bans Sask. Party members from participating over ‘alarming’ pronoun law Saskatoon Pride has joined the chorus of organizations banning members of the Sask. Party from Pride events this month over its controversial law that would effectively “out” children who want to go by a different name or pronouns in school. B.C. woman wins court ruling two years after her dog was brutally attacked at Sask. off-leash park After a two-year legal battle, the owner of a dog who was killed in a vicious attack at a Saskatoon off-leash park two years ago is getting some closure. Sask. Teachers’ Federation, gov’t searching for path forward following impasse, reinstating job sanctions As teachers right across Saskatchewan prepare to take part in “work-to rule” job action beginning next week – both sides are presenting their case as to why after a year-long labour dispute, a deal has not yet been reached. Northern Ontario Ontario woman forced to pay $23K medical bill after heart attack abroad despite travel insurance An Ontario woman who took a trip to the Cayman Islands in January was hospitalized after a heart attack and even though she had travel medical insurance, she was told she needed to pay the hospital bill herself. North Bay caterer guilty of 36 counts of violating COVID-era lockdown A North Bay caterer who gained notoriety during the COVID-19 pandemic for refusing to follow public health directives has been found guilty of 36 offences. Vale Greenhouse celebrates 50th anniversary The re-greening of Sudbury has gained international attention. Thursday in Copper Cliff, Vale celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Base Metals Greenhouse. London Fatal collision east of London, Ont One person has died after a crash east of the city this afternoon. Grandson testifies about strained relationship between family and the accused at Boris Panovski murder trial Michael Panovski, the adult grandson of the accused Boris Panovski, 79, testified that like his grandfather, he too was involved with bird dog training. BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Barrie Barrie couple’s truck stolen along with specialized wheels for 2-legged dog A Barrie couple is reeling after their pickup truck was stolen from their home near Sherwood Court and Wismer Avenue while they slept. But the couple says losing their vehicle isn’t what they’re most bothered about; it’s the loss of a special set of wheels that were in the back of the truck that really upsets them. Woman allegedly violently assaulted, robbed in Orillia parking lot Officers in Orillia quickly arrested two people following an allegedly violent robbery and a break-in. Fire crews battle raging house fire in Muskoka Firefighters battled a raging blaze at a home in Gravenhurst. Windsor Two men charged with first-degree murder related to woman’s death Chatham-Kent police have charged two men with first-degree murder related to the death of a woman. BREAKING BREAKING | Lecce out as education minister in major Ontario government cabinet shuffle Stephen Lecce is out as education minister in a major shuffle of Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet. Industry braces for possible CBSA job action Abe Fehr isn’t the only one hoping job action by Canadian Border Service Agents (CBSA) can be avoided. Vancouver Island B.C. city loses appeal of million-dollar award for spectator’s hockey puck injury British Columbia’s highest court has struck down an appeal by the City of Langford, which argued that a million-dollar payout to a woman who was hit in the face with a roller-hockey puck at a municipal arena was disproportionately high for her injuries. Search suspended for overdue mountaineers near Squamish, B.C. Rescue crews have suspended the search for three mountaineers who failed to return from a difficult climb near Squamish, B.C., on Friday. 24% year-over-year decrease in toxic drug deaths: B.C. coroner Dozens more people died from unregulated, toxic drugs in B.C. this April, the latest data from the BC Coroners Service shows. Kelowna B.C. bookkeeper gets 6 years in prison for defrauding over $1M from employer The former bookkeeper for a Kelowna, B.C.-based company has been handed a six-year prison sentence for defrauding more than $1 million from her employer. ‘No Okanagan stone fruit’ coming to B.C. grocer this year due to cold snap An independent B.C. grocery store says it won’t have Okanagan peaches, apricots, plums or nectarines on store shelves this summer due to the cold snap the province experienced earlier in the year. Suspect caught making sundae during Kelowna break-in: RCMP Mounties in Kelowna nabbed a would-be burglar with an apparent sweet tooth over the weekend. Lethbridge Okotoks Dawgs win eighth in row to open season, topping Bombers 12-11 A day after being part of one of the highest-scoring games in baseball history, the Brooks Bombers scored in double digits again, only to lose a close one to the Okotoks Dawgs. ‘Their ground zero’: Trial hears about murder plot at Coutts border blockade A Crown prosecutor says two men on trial over the border blockade at Coutts, Alta., conspired to kill police officers and believed they were justified in doing so. High-risk incident near Lethbridge elementary school ends A ‘high-risk incident’ on 9 Avenue South that took place near a Lethbridge school Wednesday afternoon is over.. Sault Ste. Marie Eight people charged with 72 crimes after drugs and guns seized in Thunder Bay A joint forces operation in Thunder Bay executing three search warrants ended with the arrest of eight people who were charged with 72 offences. Sault insectarium and heritage centre join forces with new 1-year deal Officials with the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre and Entomica Insectarium say a new partnership will help stabilize the Sault insectarium’s financial uncertainty. Sudbury Spartans, Sault Steelers join new football league Two northern Ontario football teams are joining the Ontario Power 5 Football League, a new league debuting this year. N.L. Newfoundland is being sieged by heavy fog, and travellers are paying the price A thick and heavy fog has been laying siege to the skies over St. John’s, and drawing a heavy toll from some airplane passengers who’ve seen their travel plans pummelled with no end in sight. N.L. becomes latest province to eye stricter tobacco regulations Newfoundland and Labrador has floated an eyebrow-raising trial balloon in a bid to further the public health fight against tobacco and nicotine. ‘Loneliness will kill’: N.L. long-term care homes struggled with COVID restrictions A study from Newfoundland and Labrador’s Memorial University says visitor restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic left long-term care visitors with a ‘significant’ increase in isolation, leading to concerns about residents’ mental and physical health. Shopping Trends The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us. 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