The OPP has partnered with MedicAlert to better assist police officers who are interacting with vulnerable people, including those living with autism, Alzheimer’s, dementia or other cognitive brain injuries. The MedicAlert Connect Protect service gives police officers 24-hour access to a registered…
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Trans Mountain pipeline expansion costs going up due to delays
The operators of the Trans Mountain pipeline project say it’s inevitable that costs to expand the pipeline will go up because of delays. Pipeline CEO Ian Anderson says there is no final cost number for the now re-approved project but…
SIU to investigate incident after man injured during arrest: London police
The Special Investigations Unit has invoked its mandate following an incident involving a man who suffered an apparent injury upon arrest. London Police say a man fled from police during a traffic stop on Sanders Street around 9:40 p.m. Sunday…
Alberta family still searching for missing man 4 years after his Okanagan disappearance
Blessed with lakes, mountains and plenty of sunshine, the Okanagan is a vacationer’s paradise. Not for Shanna Wilson, though. Every time the Albertan visits the Okanagan, it’s with a heavy heart – unlike the thousands of smiling, happy visitors who…
‘Dairy is Scary’ billboards outrage New Brunswick farmers
Dairy farmers in New Brunswick are upset over advertising on billboards in Moncton and buses in Fredericton that claim “dairy is scary.” The anti-dairy program is being supported by a vegan group trying to encourage people to strike dairy from…
‘Raptors Way’: Toronto city council votes to rename city street after NBA champions
Continuing a week filled with celebration for the city’s first NBA championship victory, Toronto city council has voted to ensure the historic Toronto Raptors win is always remembered. City council voted unanimously to rename a portion of Bremner Boulevard “Raptors…
Plans for commuter rail aimed at improving transportation in Halifax area derailed
Each day the Bedford Highway sees over 20,000 vehicles pass through. The 11.5km stretch of road between Windsor Street and Highway 102 is a main transportation corridor and can easily get congested during rush hour. The municipality’s Integrated Mobility Plan…
‘It is possible:’ Victoria mayor says fossil-free future not optional
Victoria’s mayor says cities need to move to a fossil-free future — at the same time as they protect jobs. Lisa Helps says her city is working hard to get there. “City by city, if people turns their minds to…
Missing 12-year-old girl last seen in North End
Winnipeg police are looking for a missing 12-year-old girl, who was last seen Tuesday morning in the city’s North End. Kassandra Leveque as described as 5’3″ with a thin build and brown hair. She was last seen wearing blue jeans,…
Addressing root causes of meth crisis as important as increased policing: Mayor Brian Bowman
The City of Winnipeg continues to work with other levels of government to combat the meth crisis, said Mayor Brian Bowman, but he doesn’t necessarily think increasing the police’s $300 million budget is the answer. The mayor told 680 CJOB…