An Edmonton man has been sentenced to two years in prison for killing his father, according to court documents. The incident took place on March 11, when police were called to a home near 95 Street and 105 Avenue. Officers found a 72-year-old man in critical condition; he later died from his injuries.
The accused, whose identity has not been disclosed, pleaded guilty to a reduced charge. The court heard that the altercation stemmed from a family dispute. The sentence was handed down on May 7, 2026.
Other News Highlights
Transit and Public Safety
Toronto's TTC Line 2 will have no subway service between Jane and Ossington stations. Meanwhile, health officials are tracking dozens of people who left a hantavirus-stricken ship after the first fatality. In British Columbia, a man was charged after holding a knife to a traffic control flagger's throat, and a wanted man in a go-kart attempted to flee at an incredibly low speed.
Crime and Justice
A Calgary dad was attacked without provocation while walking his teen to the bus stop. The victim of a fatal stabbing has been identified as a teen girl, and the hunt for the suspect continues. A convicted sex offender has been relocated to Fort Saskatchewan, according to RCMP. In New Brunswick, a man was sentenced to life in prison for murdering an elderly couple in Dieppe. A former CEO has been charged with fraud in connection with a northern Ontario gold mine.
Health and Environment
Ontario is warning about hantavirus after two cruise ship passengers returned home. A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of Greater Sudbury. Health officials are also cracking down on three new substances in the illegal drug supply. In Alaska, wildlife agents can kill bears from helicopters to protect caribou, a judge ruled. An 8-year-old boy was attacked by a beaver at a park and hospitalized.
Politics and Economy
Prime Minister Carney is planning new legislation to expedite more project approvals. The Conservatives warn that Snowbirds could be grounded for years. Alberta's Danielle Smith has been granted security clearance for CSIS briefings. Canadian and U.S. markets moved lower, with oil prices sliding. Aritzia's Q4 profit spiked 35% from last year. Taxpayer information was accessed amid 42,000 CRA account breaches, the privacy watchdog found.
Entertainment and Sports
Rapper Kodak Black was arrested on a felony trafficking charge and pleaded not guilty. Shakira teased a new song for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Burna Boy called 'Dai Dai'. Real Madrid's Valverde suffered a head injury in an alleged altercation with teammate Tchouaméni. Toronto's transit system will face unprecedented tests when the World Cup kicks off next month.
