Average hourly wages now almost $35 in Canada: just-released data

CTVNews.ca Top Stories Strike looms for border workers if mediation doesn’t deliver deal Thousands of Canadian border workers could go on strike this afternoon if mediation doesn’t deliver a deal before then. Calgary ‘using more water than it can produce’, officials say In an update on Friday morning, Calgary officials are urging the public to follow all the guidelines around water conservation because at the current rate of consumption, the city could run out of water. Average hourly wages now almost $35 in Canada: just-released data The Canadian economy added more jobs than expected in May, the jobless rate ticked up to 6.2 per cent, and the growth rate of wages accelerated to a four-month high, data showed on Friday. The colour of your child’s swimsuit can play a role in their safety at the pool, experts say The colour of your child’s swimsuit could impact their safety at a swimming pool or the beach. That’s according to water safety experts who have taken a close look at how the hue of swimwear may influence how visible a child is under water. Russian warships, including nuclear-powered submarine, to visit Cuba next week Four Russian warships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, will arrive in Havana next week, Cuban officials said Thursday, citing ‘historically friendly relations’ between both nations and as tensions escalate over Western military support for Ukraine in its war with Russia. ‘It’s going to get better’: After slayings, RCMP improving relations with James Smith Cree Nation Members of James Smith Cree Nation are hopeful they have found a new path forward with the Saskatchewan RCMP nearly two years after one of Canada’s deadliest mass killings. Jennifer Lopez is focused on love amid the ‘negativity out in the world right now’ It sounds like Jennifer Lopez is trying to keep it positive, offering a note of gratitude to her fans. Average asking rental price in Canada reaches record high: report The average asking rental price in Canada surpassed $2,200 to reach a record high in May, according to a new report. Ontario man shocked after wheel comes loose and causes nearly $7,000 in damage A Midland, Ont. man was shocked when he was driving down the road and his front wheel came loose from his car. Canada Calgary ‘using more water than it can produce’, officials say In an update on Friday morning, Calgary officials are urging the public to follow all the guidelines around water conservation because at the current rate of consumption, the city could run out of water. Strike looms for border workers if mediation doesn’t deliver deal Thousands of Canadian border workers could go on strike this afternoon if mediation doesn’t deliver a deal before then. Ibrahim Ali faces murder sentencing hearing at B.C. Supreme Court A sentencing hearing is scheduled to begin this morning in Vancouver for Ibrahim Ali, who was convicted in December of the first-degree murder of a 13-year-old girl from Burnaby, B.C. Ontario man shocked after wheel comes loose and causes nearly $7,000 in damage A Midland, Ont. man was shocked when he was driving down the road and his front wheel came loose from his car. Police in northwestern Ont. search for U.S. man who went missing on canoe trip A search is underway in Quetico Provincial Park, located west of Thunder Bay, Ont., for a missing canoeist. N.B. premier criticized for spilling news about upcoming visit by French president New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs is facing heat from the Opposition after boasting that an upcoming visit to the province by the French president is due to the tourism minister’s trip to France. 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Lifestyle Should you sweat the whole body deodorant? The trend of the use of antiperspirant spray on the entire body to eliminate the bacteria that causes the bad smell when you sweat is sparking debate among specialists. The colour of your child’s swimsuit can play a role in their safety at the pool, experts say The colour of your child’s swimsuit could impact their safety at a swimming pool or the beach. That’s according to water safety experts who have taken a close look at how the hue of swimwear may influence how visible a child is under water. 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. Sports Alouettes hand sloppy Blue Bombers 27-12 loss to open CFL campaign Tyson Philpot caught a pair of touchdown passes and the Montreal Alouettes continued their success against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers with a 27-12 victory in the season opener on Thursday. Frustrated soccer fans sue over Lionel Messi no-show at Vancouver Whitecaps game Soccer fans are seeking damages against the Vancouver Whitecaps after their dreams of seeing Argentine superstar Lionel Messi take on the team were dashed at the last minute in May. Ottawa Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson awarded honorary doctorate by University of Ottawa The University of Ottawa awarded an honorary degree to former Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson on Thursday. 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. 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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. Vancouver BC United rolls out child-care plan promising to ‘fix’ NDP’s $10-a-day promise Targeting young families and an unfulfilled NDP promise, Kevin Falcon — and his BC United party — are pledging $10-a-day child care. Major police presence blocks off Surrey neighbourhood for 2nd time this week For the second time this week, a major police presence blocked access to a residential area in Surrey. Ibrahim Ali faces murder sentencing hearing at B.C. Supreme Court A sentencing hearing is scheduled to begin this morning in Vancouver for Ibrahim Ali, who was convicted in December of the first-degree murder of a 13-year-old girl from Burnaby, B.C. Toronto Ontario man shocked after wheel comes loose and causes nearly $7,000 in damage A Midland, Ont. man was shocked when he was driving down the road and his front wheel came loose from his car. 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FEATURE FEATURE | Why modern technology could be at risk if a strong geomagnetic storm hits The risks our technology-reliant civilization may face in the event a severe geomagnetic storm hits earth, and who monitors space weather activity for Canada. Teenager dies following stabbing in Forest Lawn A teen boy was fatally stabbed in Forest Lawn on Thursday evening. Ottawa Lansdowne 2.0 appeal dismissed as Ontario’s new housing bill receives Royal Assent The Glebe Community Association’s legal challenge to the City of Ottawa’s redevelopment of Lansdowne Park has been halted by the Ontario government new housing legislation designed to cut red tape and build homes faster. 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NEW NEW | Saskatchewan’s connections to the 2024 Stanley Cup Final Saskatchewan’s hockey roots run deep and once again this year there is more than a handful of connections to the Stanley Cup Final. Here’s a look at those who have ties to the province. Average asking rental price in Canada reaches record high: report The average asking rental price in Canada surpassed $2,200 to reach a record high in May, according to a new 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. One person dead, four others injured after Thursday evening crash One person has died after a two-vehicle crash northwest of Simcoe. Around 7:10 p.m. on Thursday, OPP responded to the intersection of Windham East Quarter Line Road and Windham Road 9 in Norfolk County. Guelph police give teachers failing grade for field trip antics Guelph police are hoping two teachers have learned an important safety lesson after emergency services were called about potentially dangerous behaviour at a field trip. Saskatoon NEW NEW | Saskatchewan’s connections to the 2024 Stanley Cup Final Saskatchewan’s hockey roots run deep and once again this year there is more than a handful of connections to the Stanley Cup Final. Here’s a look at those who have ties to the province. Sask. Trucking Association opposes provincial program recognizing Class 1 licences of foreign drivers The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) is concerned about a new program that exempts temporary foreign workers with Class 1 licences from mandatory training before working in the agricultural sector. Average asking rental price in Canada reaches record high: report The average asking rental price in Canada surpassed $2,200 to reach a record high in May, according to a new report. Northern Ontario Police in northwestern Ont. search for U.S. man who went missing on canoe trip A search is underway in Quetico Provincial Park, located west of Thunder Bay, Ont., for a missing canoeist. Group that shot two moose from motorboat in northern Ont. fined $27K Three people from Kapuskasing and Val Rita in northern Ontario have been fined and banned from hunting for 26 years for moose hunting violations in 2023. Ontario man shocked after wheel comes loose and causes nearly $7,000 in damage A Midland, Ont. man was shocked when he was driving down the road and his front wheel came loose from his car. London ‘High-risk training’ taking place in Wingham on Friday OPP are using Friday’s PD Day in Wingham to work on some training. Partnering with the Avon Maitland District School Board, police will conduct emergency response training at F.E. Madill High School. One person dead, four others injured after Thursday evening crash One person has died after a two-vehicle crash northwest of Simcoe. Around 7:10 p.m. on Thursday, OPP responded to the intersection of Windham East Quarter Line Road and Windham Road 9 in Norfolk County. Landlord association warns of litigation if council enacts draft by-law intended to stop ‘renovictions’ New details about city hall’s plan to crackdown on “renovictions” have triggered a firm response from an organization representing local landlords. Barrie Auto show returns to Georgian College in Barrie North America’s largest outdoor auto show returns to Georgian College in 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. OPP searching high and low for missing senior in Muskoka Provincial police are using multiple resources to locate a senior who has not been seen in more than two days. Windsor $100,000 fire at Chatham Toyota dealership Crews were called to the scene at 296 Richmind St. around 7:35 p.m. Thursday and when they arrived, found the fire in the garage portion of the building. What’s going on this weekend in Windsor-Essex Here’s a look at the many events and activities taking place in Windsor-Essex from June 6-8, according to Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island. Wanted man arrested for vehicle theft Chatham-Kent police have arrested a 30-year-old man for vehicle theft and several outstanding warrants. Vancouver Island BC United rolls out child-care plan promising to ‘fix’ NDP’s $10-a-day promise Targeting young families and an unfulfilled NDP promise, Kevin Falcon — and his BC United party — are pledging $10-a-day child care. BC Hydro offering overnight discount with new rate plan BC Hydro is hoping to incentivize people to change the way they consume electricity – by offering an overnight discount. 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. 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 Lethbridge police expand online options for reporting less serious crimes Lethbridge residents have more options when it comes to reporting less serious crimes to police. Lethbridge veterans mark the 80th anniversary of Battle of Normandy Today marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. High winds, warm temperatures result in fire ban for Lethbridge’s river valley Despite the month of May seeing nearly 100 millimetres of rain, the City of Lethbridge has enacted a fire ban for the city’s river valley. Sault Ste. Marie Police in northwestern Ont. search for U.S. man who went missing on canoe trip A search is underway in Quetico Provincial Park, located west of Thunder Bay, Ont., for a missing canoeist. 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. 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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