A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a train in downtown Sudbury on Friday, according to multiple reports received by CTV News. The incident shut down several Elm Street crossings in the area as emergency crews responded.
The victim's identity has not been released pending notification of family. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
This tragic event is one of several recent incidents reported across Canada, including a large fight at a Brampton restaurant, a fatal two-vehicle crash in Mapleton Township, and a shooting in Langley believed to be a case of mistaken identity.
In other news, the Turkey national soccer team captain expressed confidence ahead of Vancouver's first World Cup game, stating the team will 'dominate' Australia. Meanwhile, farmers in Alberta and Saskatchewan are facing delays in receiving strychnine to control pest populations.
Fortress Mountain Resort's master plan concept has been approved by the UCP government. In Montreal, police have suspended officers amid an investigation into alleged racist acts during interventions.
More than 300 drug overdoses were reported in Moncton, New Brunswick, in less than two weeks. A New Brunswick woman is suing OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT led to her daughter's death. In Manitoba, a storm is on pace to break a 30-year insurance claims record.
A block party in Winnipeg's North End was cancelled over safety concerns. Severe hail in Regina damaged 100% of vehicles at a car dealership. The mother of a teen who died at a Puslinch Lake party has spoken out after the offender's latest escape.
Major changes to auto insurance benefits take effect July 1. Saskatoon residents are soaking up the World Cup experience. Sudbury police believe an encampment death was a homicide. A dispensary linked to a fatal overdose in Garden River has shut down during an investigation.
A vehicle smashed through a west London, Ontario gym, injuring seven people. Forty-one vehicles were taken off the road in a Grey Bruce trucking enforcement campaign. A Toronto man was sentenced to life in prison for attempted murder in a Wasaga Beach attack.
Rehabilitation efforts are being kick-started at Barrie's RVH. The Canadian trucking industry is disappointed with the opening delay for the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Cross-border leaders are calling for transparency as the bridge's opening remains delayed.
A new park space is coming to Colwood as the Beachlands development moves forward. A former pro hockey player says his greatest accomplishment was not a record-breaking goal. A serial sexual predator has pleaded guilty after a W5 investigation.
Waterworks officials are putting process to chaos in response to Calgary's last water-main break. Five people were killed when an Indian Air Force transport aircraft crashed in Assam. Melinda French Gates had a 'visceral reaction' recalling the 'abhorrent' Epstein in a new interview.
Politics
Capital Dispatch examines Canada's bridge 'drama' with the U.S. PM Carney is in Ireland to meet with leaders and visit his family's homeland. Ottawa moves to tighten rules barring forced labour products from Canada.
Business
COWs, antennas and FIFA: How telecoms are boosting cellular networks during the World Cup. Air Canada announces a new 4-year agreement with customer service employees. SpaceX soars 23% in Wall Street debut, making Elon Musk the first trillionaire.
Health
A researcher found 13 ticks in one hour as Canada deals with early cases. Senior doctors are considering leaving the U.K. for Canada. Emory University team explores promising new therapy for childhood leukemia with fewer toxic effects.
Entertainment
Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic with bushy hair and massive mustache, dies at 100. Trump's DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger as potential state lawsuits loom. Bruce Springsteen museum set to open in New Jersey.
Sports
Larin scores to rally Canada to a 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup opener. The Latino duo helping fuel the Knicks' historic NBA Finals run. The rise of UFC: Dana White's path from 'human cockfighting' to the White House starts with Trump.
Lifestyle
As UFOs go mainstream, the jury is out on what alien life might mean for religion. A Congolese refugee turned fashion designer is dressing Kentucky's governor and NBA stars. The first leather bag from T-Rex cells to be auctioned in Paris.
Climate & Environment
A submersible ride revealed a vast whale graveyard holding more than just bones. Canada's summer forecast: what to expect after a cooler, wetter spring. Storm threat shifts into the East after tornadoes and winds kill 3 and level homes in the central U.S.
Sci-Tech
The strongest influence on children's brains may not be what many expect, a study suggests. Zuckerberg says Meta made 'mistakes' in AI workforce shift. Alleged multimillion-dollar crypto laundering scheme busted with help from Canada.
