April 23 – A van strikes a group of pedestrians in Toronto, killing ten and injuring at least 15. The driver then flees the scene but is later arrested, according to Toronto Police, who are still handling the investigation. Terrorist involvement has not been ruled out. (BBC) (Globe News) (The Guardian)
June 4 – A teenage girl is sentenced to 40 months imprisonment after being convicted of the murder of Serena McKay in Sagkeeng First Nation, Lake Winnipeg. McKay had been severely beaten by two female classmates and then left to die of hypothermia. The attack was videoed and posted to social media.[8]
June 19 – The Parliament of Canada passes the final version of the Cannabis Act to legalize recreational use of cannabis. It will take effect on October 17.[12]
August 6 – Saudi Arabia withdraws its Ambassador from Canada and orders the expulsion of the Canadian Ambassador, in response to Canadian criticism of its poor human rights record.[16]
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