Independent Watchdog Confirms Abbotsford Police Not Involved in Clearbrook Death — Officers Performed CPR at the Scene Investigators with B.C.’s Independent Investigations Office (IIO) have officially cleared Abbotsford police officers of any involvement in the death of a 54-year-old man who collapsed after a fight at a Clearbrook business. The ruling highlights the value of […]
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The Edmonton city councilors will return from recess for an urgent meeting to debate whether to make face masks mandatory in indoor public spaces. Mayor Don Iveson called the special emergency advisory committee meeting a day after Calgary’s city council voted to mandate face masks in all indoor public spaces and the transit system amid
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Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Laval: A Reminder of the Importance of CPR Training A tragic incident unfolded in the Laval neighbourhood of Chomedey on Saturday night when a 45-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle. The collision occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Samson Blvd., near 4th St., an area where visibility is often poor
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The Edmonton business organizations are pushing back against the mask exemption cards being offered by the city. They are concerned that they will be abused and lead to increased non-compliance. The city started offering the cards at seven recreation centers over the weekend, intended for residents who fit one of the exemptions in the city’s
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19-Year-Old Dies After Serious Crash in Abbotsford: A Reminder of Why CPR Training Matters A tragic early-morning crash in Abbotsford has claimed the life of a 19-year-old passenger, with investigators pointing to excessive speed and possible alcohol involvement as contributing factors. The collision occurred shortly after 2:15 a.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, in a
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Elderly Man Dies After Iceboat Crash on Bay of Quinte Despite CPR Efforts A 78-year-old man from Ameliasburgh, Ontario, tragically died after his iceboat crashed on the Bay of Quinte on Tuesday afternoon. Despite the quick response from witnesses and the immediate delivery of CPR, the man could not be revived. Iceboats—much like sailboats—are equipped
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Man Dies After Police-Involved Shooting in Brampton A 26-year-old man has died after being stunned and shot multiple times during a police-involved incident in Brampton on Monday evening. His family says he had long-standing mental health challenges. The incident occurred on Sawston Circle, near Edenbrook Hill Drive and Bovaird Drive. According to Peel Regional Police,
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Man Rushed to Hospital After Being Pulled From Water Near Toronto Islands A man was rushed to hospital Friday evening after being rescued from the waters near the Toronto Islands. According to Toronto police, emergency crews responded to Hanlan’s Point Beach around 7 p.m. following reports that a man was drowning in Lake Ontario.You can
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Defibrillators Save Lives: Windsor Man Urges Everyone to Learn CPR & AED Use A Windsor man is alive today thanks to the quick actions of his teammates—and a nearby defibrillator.Andrew Brown, 51, suffered a massive heart attack earlier this month after finishing a pickup hockey game at the Belle River Arena. One moment he was
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A victim of a deadly Vancouver shooting incident was identified. The Vancouver Police have identified a man who was killed after a shooting in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Unforeseen crisis The officers were called to the Savoy Hotel and arrived to find that someone utilized bear spray which made it hard for everyone inside to breathe.
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For most people, wearing a face mask can be a hassle and many are in search of comfortable options. If you have seen those masks with a plastic valve near the nose – you might be wondering – is it safe to use one? Sadly, the answer is – no. Although a valve might make
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Doctor Jumps Into Action to Save Collapsed Half-Marathon Runner in Edmonton During the Edmonton Marathon, a life-threatening emergency unfolded just steps away from the finish line. A half-marathon participant collapsed face-first near Jasper Avenue and 103 Street as he approached the final stretch of the race. Witnesses described the moment as sudden and alarming. Courtney
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Teen Surfer Saves Friend During Seizure in Tofino A Vancouver teen doesn’t consider himself a hero, but his actions on the water tell a different story. During a family vacation to Tofino, 15-year-old Asher Paglaro was surfing with a close friend at Cox Bay. The pair had spent the day riding waves when Asher noticed
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Separate crashes in less than 48 hours apart resulted in injured individuals with two declared dead. The incidents occurred on Highway 99 near Pemberton, B.C. According to the RCMP, a motorist from the Lower Mainland died when up to three northbound motorcycles traveling together near Joffre Lake collided with a southbound vehicle. Two of the
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Five-Year-Old Injured After Bullets Strike Northern Saskatchewan Home A five-year-old boy was seriously injured after a shooting on the Lac La Ronge Indian Band in northern Saskatchewan on the evening of January 13, 2019. According to RCMP, a home on the reserve was shot at multiple times just after 9 p.m. One of the bullets
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Falconridge Shooting Sends Man to Hospital With Leg Wound A man was taken to hospital after a shooting on Wednesday evening in Calgary’s northeast community of Falconridge. Emergency crews were called just after 7:30 PM to the 100 block of Falton Close N.E. Responders found a man in his 30s suffering from a gunshot wound
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With a plan in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Vancouver has announced an opening date for its outdoor pools. In a statement by the City of Vancouver, three of the city’s four outdoor parks will be open to swimmers starting July 13. Kitsilano, New Brighton, and Second Beach will open that day. The
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Quick Response and Public Defibrillator Credited With Saving Man’s Life at Canada Games Complex A combination of fast action, teamwork, and the availability of a public defibrillator is being praised for saving a 64-year-old man’s life at the Canada Games Complex earlier this week. The full story was first reported by CBC News and can
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After the tragic surfing-related death on Tofino beach, there is increasing pressure to keep visitors safe. Ann Wittenberg drowned at Long Beach; a Parks Canada operated site well-known among surfers in just a few hours before she was going to walk her daughter down the aisle for her wedding. Need for additional security The 52-year
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Hamilton Officers’ Quick First Aid Credited With Saving Life of 8-Year-Old Girl Hit by Train Near Gage Park An eight-year-old girl is recovering in hospital after being struck by a train near Gage Park—an incident in which two Hamilton police officers were credited by paramedics for taking life-saving action. Emergency crews were notified around 6:10
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