As it happened: King Charles III's coronation
King Charles III was officially crowned alongside Queen Camilla in a historic coronation ceremony on Saturday. This is the first coronation to take place in 70 years, since that of the late Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.
CTVNews.ca breaks down the King's coronation, as it happened. Scroll down for our reporters’ real-time coverage of the ceremony.
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Trump threatens to try to take back the Panama Canal. Panama's president balks at the suggestion
Donald Trump suggested Sunday that his new administration could try to regain control of the Panama Canal that the United States “foolishly” ceded to its Central American ally, contending that shippers are charged “ridiculous” fees to pass through the vital transportation channel linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
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An Ottawa driver was charged for using a cell phone behind the wheel on Sunday, the fifth time he has faced distracted driving charges.
Wrongfully convicted N.B. man has mixed feelings since exoneration
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10 hospitalized after carbon monoxide poisoning in Ottawa's east end
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New York City police apprehend suspect in the death of a woman found on fire in a subway car
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Canada
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Jewellery store robbery in Parc-Extension under investigation
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Northwestern Ont. police make major drug bust after driver found passed out behind the wheel
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Wrongfully convicted N.B. man has mixed feelings since exoneration
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'I'm still thinking pinch me': lost puppy reunited with family after five years
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Second body recovered from site of B.C. landslide
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Canada's efforts to combat abuse in sports saw slow progress in 2024
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World
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Trump threatens to try to take back the Panama Canal. Panama's president balks at the suggestion
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New York City police apprehend suspect in the death of a woman found on fire in a subway car
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Two U.S. Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea in apparent 'friendly fire' incident, U.S. military says
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Winter is hitting Gaza and many Palestinians have little protection from the cold
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Thousands stream into Belgrade square to protest against populist Serbian president
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A small plane crashes into a Brazilian town popular with tourists and the number of dead is unclear
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Politics
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Ottawa MP Mona Fortier appointed chief government whip
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Trudeau's 2024: Did the PM become less popular this year?
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Health
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Oysters distributed in B.C., Alberta, Ontario recalled for norovirus contamination
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Back on air: John Vennavally-Rao on reclaiming his career while living with cancer
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B.C. mayor gets calls from across Canada about 'crazy' plan to recruit doctors
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Sci-Tech
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NASA's Parker Solar Probe aims to fly closer to the sun like never before
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Bluesky finds with growth comes growing pains - and bots
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Albania to close TikTok for a year blaming it for promoting violence among children
Albania's prime minister said Saturday the government will shut down the video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children.
Entertainment
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opinionopinion Christmas movies for people who don't like Christmas movies
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'Sonic 3' bests 'Mufasa: The Lion King' at the box office
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Blake Lively accuses 'It Ends With Us' director Justin Baldoni of harassment and smear campaign
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Business
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Unifor members ratify new agreement with Canadian National Railway
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New rules clarify when travellers are compensated for flight disruptions
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Lifestyle
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The winter solstice is here, the Northern Hemisphere's darkest day
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Sports
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Tiger Woods' son, Charlie, sinks hole-in-one at PNC Championship
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Autos
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More than 7,000 Jeep SUVs recalled in Canada over camera display concern
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Quebec police arrest 46 for drunk driving in single day, 150 tickets for no winter tires
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Tesla recalling almost 700,000 vehicles due to tire pressure monitoring system issue
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Promise of high-level hockey comes at a cost for prep school players at Circle K Classic
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School custodian stages surprise for Kitchener, Ont. students ahead of holiday break
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'Theodore Too' refloated after partial sinking in St. Catharines
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Appeal dismissed in Sask. 'thumbs up' emoji case
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B.C. man drops camera into ocean, accidentally captures 'breathtaking' whale video
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Vancouver
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Second body recovered from site of B.C. landslide
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Boxes of Love brightens the season for families in need with holiday hampers
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Toronto
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Snowfall coming to several parts of the GTA on Monday: Environment Canada
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Police identify man who died after being stabbed in Toronto’s Corso Italia area, man charged with second-degree murder
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1 injured in Rexdale jewelry store robbery
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Calgary
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Police looking for driver involved in pedestrian collision in downtown Calgary.
One person is in hospital after being struck by an SUV in downtown Calgary early Saturday morning,
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It was Grandma, in the cafe with a Scrabble tile: Game cafes are big holiday business
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Calgary Firefighters Toy Association throws a Christmas party for thousands of kids at Telus Centre
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Ottawa
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10 hospitalized after carbon monoxide poisoning in Ottawa's east end
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WINTER TRAVEL ADVISORY
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What's open and closed in Ottawa over the holidays
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Montreal
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Jewellery store robbery in Parc-Extension under investigation
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Workers helping the homeless in Montreal feel powerless as crisis deepens
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Edmonton
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'There’s no support': Domestic abuse survivor shares difficulties leaving her relationship
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AMA fundraiser for Alberta food banks nets more than $322,000
A provincial fundraiser this year has gathered its highest annual amount ever.
Atlantic
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Cape Breton police arrest second person in missing man investigation
A second person has been arrested in the disappearance of Justin MacDonald in Cape Breton.
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Maritimers enjoy perfect conditions for the opening of Ski Martock near Windsor, N.S.
Ski Martock near Windsor, N.S. opened their slopes Friday, welcoming the 2024/2025 season with a layer of fresh white snow.
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Canadian organization teaches people to combat loneliness through connection during holiday season.
For some people the holidays are lonely time of year, but a Canadian organization is fostering a “human connection movement” in an effort to bring people together.
Winnipeg
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Minnesota-Manitoba border airport permanently shutting down after 70 years
An airport with a runway that spans across the Canada-U.S. border will close for good by the end of this week.
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Manitoba man hopes to sell parts of unique, homemade musical instrument collection
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Man attacks family with bear spray after vehicle collision: WPS
A Winnipeg man is facing several weapon-related charges after police said he attacked a family with bear spray.
Regina
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'For the community, by the community': Regina's Sikh community helping fight food insecurity
Regina's Sikh community has been helping feed those less fortunate in Regina for over seven years.
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Gathering held in Regina to recognize Winter Solstice
Regina's mâmawêyatitân centre held a day of gathering for the Winter Solstice on Saturday.
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Canada's first sustainable Tim Hortons location to open in Regina this weekend
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Kitchener
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WR Grassroots Response expands support for displaced Ukrainians with new guest house in Centre Wellington
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Can the Governor General do what Pierre Poilievre is asking? This expert says no
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Driver in Kitchener charged after going 180km/h in 70km/h zone
A G2 driver has been charged after going 110km over the speed limit in Kitchener Sunday morning.
Saskatoon
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Sask. woman dead following crash on Highway 5
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Sask. police investigating mischief incident after bomb report in school
Prince Albert police are investigating a mischief incident after a bomb report in a school Friday afternoon.
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Prince Albert woman collects donations to make Christmas hampers for community
A Prince Albert woman is spreading holiday cheer by organizing Christmas hampers for those in need.
Northern Ontario
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OPP investigating fatal collision Saturday in northwest Ontario
Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Saturday evening in northwestern Ontario.
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Northern Ont. man illegally killed three moose, one deer
A man from the northwestern Ontario community of Dinorwic has been found guilty of multiple hunting offences and fined $6,500, banned from hunting for five years and placed on probation for 18 months.
London
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'Ford Field Experience in London': Detroit Lions host tailgate and watch party at Canada Life Place
It was a sea of Silver and Honolulu Blue on Dundas Place in London, Ont. as over 3,000 fans gathered for a Lions game on Sunday.
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Standoff in Seaforth at the centre of SIU investigation
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Driver charged following collision with hydro box that plunged Listowel into darkness Saturday
OPP and hydro crews were on scene on Hutton Street for much of the day working to clear the collision, and get power restored to the town.
Barrie
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Residents startled by blue flashes in the sky during power outage in Barrie
A power outage on Saturday night left over a thousand Barrie homes in the dark.
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Police allege man failed to steal car after finding out it was standard
Barrie Police are looking for a male suspect involved in an alleged car theft attempt that ended up being unsuccessful.
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Sauna fire creates cloud of smoke over part of Barrie's south end
Dark clouds of smoke loomed over Barrie residents from a nearby parking lot in the south end.
Windsor
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'Giving back': Kingsville store hands out free fresh groceries ahead of the holidays
Cars lined up outside of Cindy’s Home and Garden store in Kingsville on Sunday morning for the first Green Pick-up Holiday Food Drive-Thru.
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Looking for a last minute stocking stuffer? This local fundraiser has the thing for you.
If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer idea, consider the Kiwanis Camp Lottery Calendar! It offers $14,000 worth of prizes, including a cash prize every month and a gift up for grabs every week throughout next year.
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Annual Christmas dinner provides 2,000 meals to Windsor-Essex families
About 30 volunteer drivers toured the region on Saturday, delivering the prepared meals, which included turkey, gravy, stuffing, dinner rolls and vegetables.
Vancouver Island
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More strong winds hit parts of B.C.'s coast as record-high temperatures recorded
What has been a windy weekend for parts of B.C.’s coast continued Sunday as Environment Canada issued a fresh set of wind warnings.
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Drug superlabs leave a toxic mess. Some say B.C.'s cleanup rules are a mess, too
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Second body recovered from site of B.C. landslide
The second resident of a home that was destroyed by a landslide in Lions Bay, B.C., last weekend was found dead Saturday, officials confirmed.
Kelowna
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Forfeited Hells Angels clubhouse in Kelowna, B.C., sold to the city
A former Hells Angels clubhouse that was seized by the British Columbia government in 2023 after years of fighting in court has been sold to the City of Kelowna.
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Death of woman found in Kelowna's Waterfront Park in June deemed 'non-criminal in nature': RCMP
Police in Kelowna say a death they began investigating back in June has now been confirmed as "non-criminal in nature."
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B.C. man sentenced for 'execution-style' murder of bystander in drug trade conflict
A B.C. man convicted of the "intentional and ruthless killing of a bystander" while acting as an enforcer in the drug trade has been sentenced for a second time in the slaying.
Lethbridge
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Search of suspicious vehicle in south Lethbridge leads to seizure of drugs, cash
A 28-year-old woman has been charged after a search of a suspicious vehicle led to the seizure of drugs and cash.
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‘A moment of happiness’: Lethbridge 911 dispatchers getting help from dog to alleviate stress
Inside Lethbridge’s Public Safety Communications Centre (PSCC) is a four-legged team member weaving in and out from under the desks, shaking a paw and flopping over to get a belly rub all in an effort to reduce stress and anxiety of emergency dispatchers answering the calls of those in need of help.
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'Fairly close' and ending 'as anticipated': Lethbridge-West stays with the Alberta NDP in byelection
What was expected to be a tight byelection took nearly three hours to call. Rob Miyashiro won to keep Lethbridge-West for the Alberta NDP.
Sault Ste. Marie
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Northwestern Ont. police make major drug bust after driver found passed out behind the wheel
A northwestern Ontario man is facing multiple charges after provincial police responded to a report about a driver slumped over the wheel of a vehicle.
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Northern Ont. driver charged after pickup truck ends up in ditch
A 46-year-old northern Ontario driver has been charged after a pickup truck ended up in the ditch in Northshore Township.
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OPP investigating fatal collision Saturday in northwest Ontario
Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Saturday evening in northwestern Ontario.
N.L.
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Newfoundland woman washed sick patients' hair every Saturday for more than 20 years
A retired nurse and teacher in Newfoundland was honoured this week for her volunteer work, which included more than two decades washing the hair of bedridden hospital patients.
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Newfoundland man facing more charges related to youth sex crimes
A 64-year-old Newfoundland man charged with dozens of sex crimes involving young people is facing several new charges.
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After fanfare of Churchill Falls deal, Newfoundland urged to learn its dam lessons
Energy observers in Newfoundland and Labrador are urging the provincial government to take a sober second look at a massive tentative deal announced last week with Quebec that promises to deliver hundreds of billions of dollars in revenue to the Atlantic province.
