Bell Mobility to appeal ruling in 911 lawsuit

Bell Mobility says the company plans to appeal a Northwest Territories Supreme Court ruling that says the company is liable for charging 911 fees to customers that aren't receiving the service. 3:44 PM ET

Agnico-Eagle worker found alive after blizzard

A worker missing from Agnico-Eagle's Meliadine camp near Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, was found alive late Thursday night, after weathering a potentially record-breaking blizzard. 6:00 PM ET

Sahtu board issues draft conditions for fracking project

The Sahtu Land and Water Board has decided not to send a controversial drilling exploration project near Norman Wells, N.W.T., to an environmental assessment. 4:13 PM ET video

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Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal

Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living expenses claimed by Senator Mike Duffy. 3:56 PM ET video

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Vancouver man attacked, killed in Costa Rica May 19, 2013 3:03 PM ET — A Vancouver man has been killed in Costa Rica in an apparent home invasion, but Foreign Affairs has released few other details on the matter… 3:03 PM ET
Prince Andrew in Victoria for Highland Games May 19, 2013 6:28 PM ET — Prince Andrew is in Victoria this weekend, as Scots celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Highland Games. 6:28 PM ET
Thief robs, injures woman in wheelchair May 19, 2013 4:49 PM ET — Police in Agassiz are searching for a purse-snatcher who robbed a woman in an electric wheelchair. 4:49 PM ET

Calgary »

Missing teen found May 19, 2013 5:29 PM ET — Calgary police have found a 15-year-old boy who had been reported as missing early Sunday morning. 5:29 PM ET
Six campers rescued after getting lost in Kananaskis Country May 19, 2013 4:57 PM ET — A group of six campers was rescued Sunday morning after becoming lost when they wandered away from their campsite near Gorge Creek Trail. 4:57 PM ET
It's all Greek to yogurt fans May 19, 2013 3:07 PM ET — The latest craze at the grocery store is old hat in many Balkan countries, where the benefits of Greek yogurt have long been known. 3:07 PM ET Video

Edmonton »

Man arrested in stabbings near Kingsway Transit Station May 19, 2013 3:57 PM ET — A man was taken into custody Saturday after three people were stabbed near the Kingsway Transit Station Saturday evening. 3:57 PM ET
Jeep driver apologizes after stunt kills Edmonton woman May 19, 2013 5:59 PM ET — A man claiming to be the driver of a Jeep that struck and killed a spectator at a charity event in Edmonton says he is sorry for what happen… 5:59 PM ET
Pigeon Lake businesses look forward to full season of camping May 19, 2013 4:58 PM ET — Business owners in Pigeon Lake are looking forward to this year's season after most of the provincial campground closed early last year for … 4:58 PM ET Video

Saskatchewan »

Man hurt in motorcycle crash airlifted to hospital May 19, 2013 4:02 PM ET — A 52-year-old man was airlifted to hospital after losing control of his motorcycle on the highway near Kindersley, Sask. 4:02 PM ET
MacKinnon bests Jones, leads Mooseheads over Winterhawks May 19, 2013 1:30 AM ET — Nathan MacKinnon scored a second-period hat trick Saturday as the Halifax Mooseheads exploded for five straight goals to defeat the Portland… 1:30 AM ET
Saskatoon police probe double stabbing May 18, 2013 6:16 PM ET — Saskatoon police are investigating a double stabbing after two 19-year-old men were wounded with a knife Friday evening. 6:16 PM ET

Saskatoon »

MacKinnon bests Jones, leads Mooseheads over Winterhawks May 19, 2013 1:30 AM ET — Nathan MacKinnon scored a second-period hat trick Saturday as the Halifax Mooseheads exploded for five straight goals to defeat the Portland… 1:30 AM ET
Saskatoon police probe double stabbing May 18, 2013 6:16 PM ET — Saskatoon police are investigating a double stabbing after two 19-year-old men were wounded with a knife Friday evening. 6:16 PM ET
Man charged after 2 women sprayed with mace May 18, 2013 5:51 PM ET — A 21-year-old man is facing assault charges after two women were spayed with mace in Saskatoon Friday night. 5:51 PM ET

Manitoba »

More details on double homicide victims May 19, 2013 2:15 PM ET — Some family and friends of Natasha Jeffey, the victim of a violent homicide, are taking to Facebook to express their grief. 2:15 PM ET
Woman rescued from Assiniboine River May 19, 2013 2:21 PM ET — A woman is lucky to be alive after being rescued from the Assiniboine River near Polo Park in the early hours of Friday morning. 2:21 PM ET
Man charged with drunk driving after Steinbach crash May 19, 2013 12:28 PM ET — The RCMP in Steinbach, Man. have charged a man with impaired driving after a serious crash Friday night. 12:28 PM ET

Thunder Bay »

Rain and flooding expected over long weekend May 18, 2013 11:36 PM ET — Flood watches have been issued for Thunder Bay and other area communities by the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority. 11:36 PM ET
Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:56 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:56 PM ET Video
Thunder Bay man charged in Pace Lake shooting May 19, 2013 3:54 PM ET — A Thunder Bay man has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting sent another man to hospital in the early hours of Saturday mornin… 3:54 PM ET

Sudbury »

Hospital's plan for temporary helipad runs into turbulence May 17, 2013 12:26 PM ET — The Sudbury hospital's plans to build a temporary helipad just off Ramsey Lake Road met with unexpected opposition at a public meeting hoste… 12:26 PM ET
Councillor's ward cited as unhealthiest in Sudbury May 17, 2013 12:28 PM ET — A Sudbury city councillor said Friday he was stunned to learn his ward is one of the most unhealthy areas in Greater Sudbury. 12:28 PM ET
Possibility of cancelling Algo's rooftop parking raised at inquiry May 17, 2013 3:41 PM ET — Testimony at the public inquiry into the fatal collapse of the Algo Centre Mall in Elliot Lake has raised questions about whether the owner … 3:41 PM ET

Windsor »

No air quality concerns following Grace Hospital fire May 17, 2013 9:39 PM ET — There are no air quality concerns following Friday afternoon's fire at the old Grace Hospital site, the city's acting chief fire prevention … 9:39 PM ET
Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:17 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:17 PM ET Video
Turtle hit by car airlifted 400 km for medical care May 17, 2013 2:14 PM ET — A snapping turtle injured by a car in Ontario has been airlifted more than 400 kilometres to an animal hospital, and is now on a slow road t… 2:14 PM ET Audio

Kitchener-Waterloo »

Police not questioning Millard in other cases, lawyer says May 18, 2013 11:46 AM ET — The lawyer for Dellen Millard, who is accused of murdering Hamilton man Tim Bosma, says his client has not been questioned in connection wit… 11:46 AM ET
Police stop searching landfill for Catherine Todd's body May 17, 2013 7:02 PM ET — Waterloo Regional Police have confirmed they have stopped searching a landfill for the remains of Kitchener woman Catherine Todd. 7:02 PM ET
Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:17 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:17 PM ET Video

Hamilton »

Union worries about Mohawk's new Saudi consortium May 19, 2013 9:34 AM ET — Mohawk College says it's making a sound investment in partnering with two other Ontario post-secondary institutions to start a college in Sa… 9:34 AM ET
City to negotiate with tactical urbanists May 19, 2013 11:13 AM ET — A group of Hamilton citizens is trying to slice through municipal bureaucracy and implement short-term traffic flow solutions to improve the… 11:13 AM ET
Police not questioning Millard in other cases, lawyer says May 18, 2013 11:46 AM ET — The lawyer for Dellen Millard, who is accused of murdering Hamilton man Tim Bosma, says his client has not been questioned in connection wit… 11:46 AM ET

Toronto »

Rob Ford should resign if allegations true, councillors say May 19, 2013 3:41 PM ET — Two councillors say that Toronto Mayor Rob Ford should resign from office if unproven allegations that he was caught on tape smoking crack c… 3:41 PM ET Video
Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:56 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:56 PM ET Video
Matlow says council likely to reject casino at meeting May 19, 2013 5:41 PM ET — City councillors will debate the casino issue at Toronto City Hall on Tuesday, despite Mayor Rob Ford's prior efforts to quash the meeting. 5:41 PM ET

Ottawa »

Man, 46, in critical condition after crash near Stittsville May 19, 2013 4:57 PM ET — A 46-year-old man was taken to hospital in critical condition Sunday after a two-vehicle crash outside of Stittsville, paramedics say. 4:57 PM ET
Man critically hurt in Gatineau bar fight stabbing May 19, 2013 4:07 PM ET — Gatineau police are investigating a fight outside a bar early Sunday morning that sent one man to hospital in critical condition with stab w… 4:07 PM ET
Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:56 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:56 PM ET Video

Montreal »

Fire destroys historic church in Eastern Townships May 19, 2013 2:33 PM ET — Residents of Windsor, Que. are mourning the loss of a 19th-century church that was a historic part of their community. 2:33 PM ET
CBC's Top Tweets: Tell us what you're doing for the long weekend May 19, 2013 2:27 PM ET — CBC Montreal asked members of the Twitterverse to share their photos and stories from the May long weekend. 2:27 PM ET
Construction hotspots to avoid on May long weekend May 18, 2013 1:07 PM ET — The all-too-familiar sounds of construction work will ring in the May long weekend for Montrealers. 1:07 PM ET

New Brunswick »

Police find 2 bodies near missing fishermen's boat May 19, 2013 11:54 AM ET — Two bodies have been found close to a submerged boat off the coast of New Brunswick, a day after a boat capsized with three crew members on … 11:54 AM ET Video
RCMP ‘relieved’ to see charges in Baby Taylor case May 19, 2013 5:58 PM ET — Police in New Brunswick say they're consoled to see charges laid four years after the gruesome discovery of a dead baby in rural New Brunswi… 5:58 PM ET
Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:56 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:56 PM ET Video

Prince Edward Island »

Harper chief of staff resigns amid Senate expense scandal May 19, 2013 3:56 PM ET — Nigel Wright has resigned as Prime Minister Stephen Harper's chief of staff, following revelations he wrote a $90,000 cheque to repay living… 3:56 PM ET Video
Tignish residents capture stories for new documentary May 19, 2013 5:58 PM ET — Two Vancouver filmmakers are turning their lens on Tignish, P.E.I. for their documentary about life in small town Canada. 5:58 PM ET
Health groups aim to improve stroke recovery on P.E.I. May 19, 2013 3:57 PM ET — The Island's Heart and Stroke Foundation is teaming up with Health PEI to ask stroke survivors and health care providers what services they … 3:57 PM ET

Nova Scotia »

Thousands race in 10th Blue Nose Marathon May 19, 2013 3:23 PM ET — Thousands of people in Nova Scotia are resting after competing in the 10th Annual Blue Nose Marathon on Sunday. Just under 14,000 people par… 3:23 PM ET
Cape Breton fishermen pray as lobster season begins May 19, 2013 5:52 PM ET — Nova Scotia lobster fishermen and their families gathered on their boats in Main-a-Dieu on Sunday for the annual Blessing of the Fleet cerem… 5:52 PM ET
N.S. tobacconist won’t appeal charter challenge ruling May 19, 2013 3:09 PM ET — A tobacco store owner in Kentville will not appeal a court decision forcing him to hide its products. 3:09 PM ET

Newfoundland & Labrador »

On Point | Labrador byelection results and NAPE poll May 19, 2013 1:11 PM ET — Liberal Yvonne Jones was the winner of the Labrador byelection last week, ousting Conservative incumbent Peter Penashue. 1:11 PM ET Video
Arts council presents annual awards May 19, 2013 1:12 PM ET — The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council held its 28th annual awards show and gala on Saturday night in St. John's. 1:12 PM ET
Composting project expands in Grand Bank May 19, 2013 8:00 AM ET — A pilot composting project in a town on the Burin Peninsula was so successful that it will soon be extending pickup to all households. 8:00 AM ET

North »

Bell Mobility to appeal ruling in 911 lawsuit May 18, 2013 3:44 PM ET — Bell Mobility says the company plans to appeal a Northwest Territories Supreme Court ruling that says the company is liable for charging 911… 3:44 PM ET
Agnico-Eagle worker found alive after blizzard May 17, 2013 6:00 PM ET — A worker missing from Agnico-Eagle's Meliadine camp near Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, was found alive late Thursday night, after weathering a pote… 6:00 PM ET
Sahtu board issues draft conditions for fracking project May 19, 2013 4:13 PM ET — The Sahtu Land and Water Board has decided not to send a controversial drilling exploration project near Norman Wells, N.W.T., to an enviro… 4:13 PM ET Video