Capital gains proposal to be presented to Parliament on Monday, Freeland says

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Recap all the prime minister had to say. Supports for passengers, farmers, artists: 7 bills from MPs and Senators to watch in 2024 When parliamentarians return to Ottawa in a few weeks to kick off the 2024 sitting, there are a few bills from MPs and senators that will be worth keeping an eye on, from a ‘gutted’ proposal to offer a carbon tax break to farmers, to an initiative aimed at improving Canada’s DNA data bank. Opinion opinion opinion | Don Martin: Gusher of Liberal spending won’t put out the fire in this dumpster A Hail Mary rehash of the greatest hits from the Trudeau government’s three-week travelling pony-show, the 2024 federal budget takes aim at reversing the party’s popularity plunge in the under-40 set, writes political columnist Don Martin. But will it work before the next election? opinion opinion | Don Martin: The doctor Trudeau dumped has a prescription for better health care Political columnist Don Martin sat down with former federal health minister Jane Philpott, who’s on a crusade to help fix Canada’s broken health care system, and who declined to take any shots at the prime minister who dumped her from caucus. opinion opinion | Don Martin: Trudeau’s seeking shelter from the housing storm he helped create While Justin Trudeau’s recent housing announcements are generally drawing praise from experts, political columnist Don Martin argues there shouldn’t be any standing ovations for a prime minister who helped caused the problem in the first place. opinion opinion | Don Martin: Poilievre has the field to himself as he races across the country to big crowds It came to pass on Thursday evening that the confidentially predictable failure of the Official Opposition non-confidence motion went down with 204 Liberal, BQ and NDP nays to 116 Conservative yeas. But forcing Canada into a federal election campaign was never the point. opinion opinion | Don Martin: How a beer break may have doomed the carbon tax hike When the Liberal government chopped a planned beer excise tax hike to two per cent from 4.5 per cent and froze future increases until after the next election, says political columnist Don Martin, it almost guaranteed a similar carbon tax move in the offing. CTVNews.ca Top Stories Century-old church, Group of 7 artwork destroyed in downtown Toronto fire A historic piece of artwork has been lost in a fire that destroyed much of church in Toronto’s Little Portugal area on Sunday. BREAKING BREAKING | Centrist Benny Gantz, a member of Israel’s war Cabinet, resigns over lack of plans for postwar Gaza Benny Gantz, a centrist member of Israel’s three-man war Cabinet, announced his resignation on Sunday. 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The Israeli military said its forces came under heavy fire during the complex daytime operation deep in central Gaza. At least 9 dead after suspected militants in Kashmir fire at Hindu pilgrims, sending bus into gorge Suspected militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir’s Jammu province fired at a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims on Sunday and at least nine were killed after the vehicle fell into a deep gorge, officials said. Capital gains proposal to be presented to Parliament on Monday, Freeland says The Liberal government plans to take the first legislative step Monday toward increasing the inclusion rate on capital gains. Body of missing British TV presenter Michael Mosley found on Greek island The body of missing British TV presenter Michael Mosley was found on a Greek island Sunday morning after a days-long search, his family said. 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Roaming peahen spends 3 days in B.C. pub after befriending neighbourhood family When Sarah Karagianis received multiple notifications from her staff about a situation at work, she feared the worst. B.C. looks into post-fire mushroom picking rush after First Nation reports conflicts British Columbia says it is not ruling out regulating wild mushroom picking after an Indigenous community said a rising number of foragers are infringing on its land, with one case involving alleged threats of physical violence and intimidation. World EU projection shows far-right parties making big gains in European elections Far-right parties have made big gains at the European Parliament as the Greens took a major hit at Sunday’s European elections, according to a first projection provided by the European Union. Narendra Modi’s third term as India’s prime minister may prove the most challenging India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office for a third consecutive term on Sunday, but it may hold more challenges for the popular-but-polarizing leader than his past decade in power. Trump will hold outdoor Las Vegas rally in scorching heat. His campaign has extra medics and water Former U.S. president Donald Trump ‘s campaign is hiring extra medics, loading up on fans and water bottles and allowing supporters to carry umbrellas to an outdoor rally Sunday in Las Vegas, where temperatures are expected to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.8 degrees Celsius). At least 9 dead after suspected militants in Kashmir fire at Hindu pilgrims, sending bus into gorge Suspected militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir’s Jammu province fired at a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims on Sunday and at least nine were killed after the vehicle fell into a deep gorge, officials said. Haiti’s new prime minister hospitalized days after being selected to lead country, official says Just over a week after taking over as Haiti’s prime minister, Gary Conille was hospitalized late Saturday in the capital of Port-au-Prince, an official told The Associated Press. Body of missing British TV presenter Michael Mosley found on Greek island The body of missing British TV presenter Michael Mosley was found on a Greek island Sunday morning after a days-long search, his family said. Politics Capital gains proposal to be presented to Parliament on Monday, Freeland says The Liberal government plans to take the first legislative step Monday toward increasing the inclusion rate on capital gains. No agreement among parties on releasing names of ‘witting’ foreign interference participants The federal parties are still at an impasse over whether the government should release the names of the parliamentarians who have reportedly “wittingly” participated in foreign interference. ‘Don’t take credit, give credit’: political strategists’ advice to feds on economy Neither the Liberals nor the Conservatives scored political points from the Bank of Canada’s interest rate cut, according to CTV’s Question Period’s regular panel of political strategists. Health Brain, heart conditions could be treated as a one functioning unit, uOttawa says A group of researchers from more than 45 academic institutions across Canada, including the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) came together to detect, treat and prevent brain and heart conditions. ‘A study to give us hope’: Lifestyle changes improve Alzheimer’s symptoms for some Researchers are trying to determine if lifestyle interventions show cognitive improvement in people with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease. Optimism is just what the doctor ordered. But what if I’m already too negative? Optimism in itself is hardly a cure-all, but numerous studies over the decades have demonstrated a link between a positive outlook and good health outcomes. Sci-Tech American billionaire believes he can visit the Titanic safely 1 year after submersible deaths A billionaire American adventurer is planning to visit the Titanic wreckage in a submarine. 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More than 500 firefighters from around Alberta, across Canada and internationally donned modified gear Sunday and participated in the 10th annual firefighter stair climb challenge at Brookfield Place in Calgary. Water ski clinic introduces athletes of varying abilities to the sport Splash Adaptive Water Ski and Wake offered a “Give it a Go Day” at Predator Bay in De Winton Saturday for disabled athletes interested in trying out the sport. Ottawa Ottawa public health resources ‘not sufficient’ as city sees uptick in infectious diseases: report A report finds significant increases in a variety of infections in 2023 when compared to data averaged out from 2017 to 2019. ‘Fight or flight’: Here’s how to defeat the burnout at the workplace A new phenomenon – “The Great Exhaustion” — is circulating among some young professionals in Canada, according to a report. Brain, heart conditions could be treated as a one functioning unit, uOttawa says A group of researchers from more than 45 academic institutions across Canada, including the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) came together to detect, treat and prevent brain and heart conditions. Montreal Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins third straight Canadian F1 Grand Prix in Montreal Red Bull’s Max Verstappen won his third straight Canadian F1 Grand Prix in Montreal on Sunday, holding off McLaren’s Lando Norris and George Russell of Mercedes. A Pentagon-funded Quebec mining project does not meet with unanimous approval in Duhamel Residents of Quebec’s Outaouais and Laurentides regions fear that a mining project near the municipality of Duhamel will harm the environment. Man, 25, assaulted and sent to hospital in downtown Montreal A 25-year-old man was seriously injured after an armed assault in Montreal on Saturday evening. Edmonton Oilers overpowered by the poise of experienced Florida Panthers, drop Game 1 of Cup final Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final was an eye-opener for the Edmonton Oilers. Police say 2 women tried to lure boy into van in southeast Edmonton: EPS Edmonton police say two women attempted to pick up a 12-year-old boy on Thursday in southeast Edmonton, in what they are calling an attempted abduction. Dallas mayor pays off losing bet, donning Oilers jersey on social media The Oilers got a Texas-sized pep talk Friday, when Dallas mayor Eric L. Johnson fulfilled his end of a losing bet with Edmonton mayor Amarjeet Sohj. Atlantic N.B. organization focuses on helping foster families province-wide Fostering Closet NB looks to help foster families across New Brunswick by providing free supplies for children and youth who are in care. Fire destroys historic sawmill in southwestern N.S. A historic sawmill and museum on the Meteghan River in Digby County was destroyed by fire early Saturday morning. Art Gallery of Nova Scotia re-opens with two new exhibitions The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia (AGNS) re-opened its doors this weekend after six months of building maintenance. Winnipeg Families, friends set to remember victims on anniversary of Manitoba bus crash The year that has passed since a bus crash killed 17 seniors headed to a Manitoba casino on a bright late-spring day has been one of grief, community support, a slow return to normal and, for some, a long road to recovery. RCMP, family concerned for missing woman Mounties say a woman who told friends she hit a tree Friday hasn’t been heard from since. Crews battle 2 overnight blazes Residents in a converted building are displaced after a Saturday night fire. Regina Teddy Bears Anonymous annual BBQ for Bears raises over $10,000 The Teddy Bears Anonymous 16th annual BBQ for Bears raised over $10,000 on Saturday. Family of homicide victim seeks closure through weekend vigil A vigil was held Saturday in Regina to remember 32-year-old Roman Miller. Roughriders rally to clip Elks 29-21 at home in regular-season opener Shawn Bane Jr. reeled in three touchdown passes as the Saskatchewan Roughriders came from behind to spoil Edmonton’s Canadian Football League home opener, defeating the Elks 29-21 on Saturday. Kitchener Most-read stories of the week: Accidental car seizure, Hells Angels, rats in Waterloo An accidental car seizure by the Bank of Canada, a raid at a Hells Angels clubhouse, and rats spotted in Uptown Waterloo round out the top stories of the week. Vehicle strikes bus shelter, four pedestrians suffer serious injuries: police Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a collision in Kitchener that sent four pedestrians to hospital with serious injuries. Fatal fire in Tillsonburg One person has died in a house fire in Tillsonburg, Ont. Saskatoon Senior escapes knifepoint abduction in Saskatoon campsite robbery Saskatoon police are looking for a suspect who tried to abduct a 75-year-old woman from a campground while threatening her at knifepoint and stealing her truck. Mothers Against Drunk Driving hosts annual memorial ceremony in Saskatoon It was a somber day at HMCS Unicorn Saturday, where a service was held for the lives lost due to impaired drivers. One killed in fatal collision in Saskatoon A 47-year-old man was killed in a fatal collision that occurred Friday afternoon at Millar Ave. and 71st Street East in Saskatoon. Northern Ontario Timmins mobile home owners being forced to move, but have nowhere to go The tenants have until Nov. 30 to leave and were told that if they don’t, the trailers will either be sent to a storage yard and or they’ll be dismantled and scrapped. opinion opinion | You need an estate plan, but do you need a lawyer to do it properly? Estate planning can seem daunting, especially if you think it requires hiring a lawyer. In his latest column for CTVNews.ca, personal finance contributor Christopher LIew covers practical tips to simplify the process. Woman dies after collision with Northern Ont. police boat early Friday morning A 49-year-old woman was seriously injured Friday morning when a boat she was riding in was involved in a collision with a boat being driven by Ontario Provincial Police in Sudbury. London Police seek suspect in London arson investigation The London Police Service is on the lookout for an arson suspect following a fire in the Wateroak Drive area. Fatal fire in Tillsonburg One person has died in a house fire in Tillsonburg, Ont. Forest City Road Races adds cash prizes in 42nd year The 42nd annual Forest City Road Races proved to be the running event’s biggest yet. Barrie Simcoe County walk to end ALS raises funds and awareness A Simcoe County walk to end ALS was held at Sunnidale Park Sunday morning. Overnight garage fire causes extensive damage to home near Bradford West Gwillimbury An overnight garage fire has caused significant damage to a home in the west end of Bradford West Gwillimbury. Police Sargeant on cross-country cycling journey stops in Collingwood Collingwood OPP welcomed Sargeant Dayne Campbell of the Vancouver Police Department on Saturday as he cycles across Canada to raise funds for cancer research. Windsor Windsor booster and long-time business owner Ted Farron dies A long-time community booster and a man whose smile could light up any room has died. Woman charged after entering Chatham home, asking about resident’s children A 27-year-old woman has been charged with mischief after she allegedly entered a Chatham home, looking for a child. WIFF ‘Under the Stars’ features flicks for all ages WIFF’s ‘Under the Stars’ series returns with a slate of outdoor movies to enjoy. Vancouver Island After 300 days in a B.C. shelter, this dog finally found his forever home A dog who spent the first three-and-a-half years of his life suffering and almost a year at a shelter has found his forever home, according to the BC SPCA. BC United promises to make shingles vaccine free for B.C. residents 50 and older A BC United government would make the shingles vaccine available at no cost to British Columbians ages 50 and older, party leader Kevin Falcon announced Saturday. B.C. looks into post-fire mushroom picking rush after First Nation reports conflicts British Columbia says it is not ruling out regulating wild mushroom picking after an Indigenous community said a rising number of foragers are infringing on its land, with one case involving alleged threats of physical violence and intimidation. Kelowna Firefighters quickly extinguish Okanagan Falls brushfire Firefighters made quick work of a brushfire at a farm in Okanagan Falls, B.C., on Saturday afternoon. 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. 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 Sault suspect charged after police find drugs, ammunition and cash A 29-year-old suspect in Sault Ste. Marie has been charged after police with a search warrant raided an Alexandra Street residence. Number of active forest fires in northeastern Ont. reduced to three There was good news this weekend regarding the forest fire situation in northeastern Ontario. Security guards spit on, attacked in two incidents on the same day in the Sault Security guards in businesses in Sault Ste. Marie had a rough week, with incident including threats, assault and being spit on. N.L. N.L. launching disability benefit to top up federal program and create basic income The government of Newfoundland and Labrador is launching a disability benefit that will top up the federal government’s recently announced aid program. 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. Stay Connected