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One of the world's largest sailing yachts arrives on Vancouver Island

One of the largest sailing yachts in the world cruised into a small Vancouver Island community this week, drawing a constant stream of onlookers to the Mill Bay Marina.

At 78 metres long and nearly 90 metres tall, the sloop M5 is hard to miss.

According to Boat International magazine, the Cayman-flagged vessel is the largest single-masted sailing yacht in the world.

The M5 sailed into the Saanich Inlet marina on Sunday, with a floatplane housed on its rear deck.

Built in 2004 by U.K. shipyard Vosper Thornycroft at an estimated US$50 million, the vessel is owned by Texas oil billionaire Rod Lewis, according to Boat International.

Marina staff say the vessel is due to depart on Friday.

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The Launch of Yacht Attessa IV – The Biggest in North American History:

As motor yacht ATTESSA IV nears completion she is to be launched in Canada by Washington Yachting Group (WYG) on the 5th of December 2010, or soon after, and officially unveiled in Vancouver.  When launched, the Attessa IV yacht will move into the world’s top 25 private superyachts by length, measuring 330 ft (or around 100.6 metres). She is now the largest superyacht to be (re) launched in North America, (*see below) being larger than Cakewalk. A very impressive ship, Attessa IV is also the 23rd longest private yacht in the world.

The refit and reconstruction of superyacht Attessa IV , now a sleek and elegant new yacht, is one of the most impressive refits and launches ever in the world and is a very proud moment for Canada and for all of those involved, including the team at WYG, the shipyard, the yacht designer Glade Johnson Design and team, the captain, and the yacht’s owner.

The refurbishment and rebuild has been a very large project and it has taken over 3 1/2 years to complete. There has been an extensive reconstruction and rebuilding involved, from the bottom up – a reconstruction of both her interior and exterior design, style and functionality. Essentially, the yacht is now is a new yacht, and in ‘as new’ condition. She is the first superyacht in the world to benefit from AkzoNobel core technology, an innovative new approach to applying a metallic finish.

Superyacht Attessa after the yacht's relaunch

The interior renovations has been comprehensive and is believed to have included the creation of a spa on the lower deck, as well as a new top deck which showcases a large Spa Pool pool and a wonderful hanging glass sculpture by artist Dale Chihuly. The superyacht Attessa IV also has a helipad on the her upper aft deck and forepeak (see the rendering yacht design above). The massive 5 level yacht displays curvaceous exterior lines, a deep blue hull, and an impressive exterior deck space for entertaining.

The original motor yacht was built at Hayashikane Zosen Kk in 1999 and called Evergreen and she was then purchased by the new owner back in 2007. Now, after a complete rebuild, the ATTESSA IV yacht is to be re launched in 2010 as an almost completely new motor yacht and measuring almost 30 feet longer.  She is scheduled to be launched in Vancouver around the date the 5th of December 2010 and has experienced some delays due to the scale of the undertaking and recent ice and snow.

Superyacht Attessa IV - The After Rendering

History of Yacht Attessa IV:

This luxury yacht was originally launched in 1999 as Evergreen, built for the chairman of the Taiwan-based Evergreen Corporation, at the company’s shipyard in Nagasaki, Japan. The exterior styling of Evergreen was designed by Diana Yacht Design with interior styling by Felix Buytendijk.

Purchased and renamed in 2007 by an American businessman yacht owner, M/Y Attessa IV entered into a period of rebuild in by Washington Yachting Group.  Glade Johnson Design is the company which was contracted responsible to create the boat’s new interior and exterior styling.

Awlgrip was involved in the refit and Yacht Attessa IV is the first superyacht in the world to benefit from AkzoNobel core technology. This a technology which is new in the Yacht and Aerospace arenas because the harsh sea and sky operating environment. The rebuild involved an innovative new approach to applying a metallic finish to a large areas on the yacht.

One of the major jobs undertaken for the extensive refit was the re-styling of the exterior superstructure. This was achieved by building on numerous sections to the vessel superstructure and then attaching many shaped composite panels. Both panels and extensions have been  faired (moulded and shaped by hand) using around gallons 40,000 litres (10,000 gallons) of Awlfair, an Awlgrip product. The project also incorporated Hullgard paint primers which are specially formulated to allow for over coating with subsequent primers or fillers without the need for labour intensive sanding, thereby reducing workload.

Captain Ted McCumber, of the Washington Yachting Group, is the Project Manager. Launched, superyacht Attessa IV enters a new chapter in her history and is easily capable of cruising the world’s oceans including the Pacific, America, the Mediterranean and Caribbean. She is a private yacht and has no plans, at present, to be available for yacht charters.

CharterWorld will bring you the latest news on the Attessa IV yacht and further images of her exterior and interior if they become public.

Yacht Attessa IV - The Before Photo

The Specifications for Yacht Attessa IV:

Length: 110.6 metres (or around 330 ft)

Yacht Design: Glade Johnson Design

Rebuild Company: Washington Yachting Group

Project Manager: Captain Ted McCumber

Accommodation: Able to accommodate up to 36 people on board and has around 21 crew members.

Classification: Lloyds and MCA Class

Spa Pool: Yes

Helicopter capability: Yes

Yacht Owner: American Businessman

Yacht Charter: No

* – On August the 8th the Tim Heywood designed superyacht Cakewalk at 85.6 meters (281 ft) was launched by Derecktor Shipyards in the USA – making her the largest private yacht launched at that date in America. Cakewalk was built entirely in the USA, unlike Attessa IV which was rebuilt, lengthened, and completely changed in design and styling, inside and out in America.

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More About Washington Yachting Group:

Washington Yacht Group is a superyacht project management company which focuses on vessels over 60 meters. Conveniently located in the seaport of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, they perform modifications, customization, and refits on private luxury yachts. Their experience includes yacht hull extensions, superstructure additions, systems upgrades, custom hardware and luxurious interior fabrication.

Please contact CharterWorld - the luxury yacht charter specialist - for more on superyacht news item "ATTESSA IV Yacht Launch in Canada – The Largest Ever in North America".

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'Super yacht' with Vancouver connection involved in fatal collision at sea

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A luxury superyacht rebuilt several years ago in North Vancouver for the billionaire owner of Washington Marine Group has been involved in a fatal collision at sea near to San Diego.

The collision happened off the west coast on the evening of Oct. 26, about 14 kilometres from San Diego near the United States-Mexico border.

The U.S. Coast Guard received a call from the Attessa IV about 7:45 p.m. advising the 332-foot yacht had collided with a 65-foot sports fishing charter boat, Prowler, and that “Prowler sustained some pretty significant damage to its rear starboard quarter,” said Joel Guzman, public affairs spokesman for the San Diego Coast Guard station.

The Coast Guard launched a Jayhawk helicopter, 45-foot medium response boat and the Coast Guard cutter Sea Otter to the crash site and arrived on scene about 8:45 p.m. where 17 people from the sports fishing charter boat were taken on to the coast guard vessel. Three people were injured, including one man who had critical head injuries, said Guzman.

He was airlifted by helicopter to shore and taken to hospital.

The San Diego medical examiner’s office confirmed 66-year-old Richard Neff of San Clemente later died of those injuries.

Guzman said an investigation is now underway to determine why the ships collided, which includes speaking to everyone on board both vessels at the time of the crash. The investigation could take several months, said Guzman.

There is no word on who was among the 28 people on board the yacht at the time of the collision.

Records of ships’ movements show the Attessa IV left North Vancouver July 8 and travelled down the west coast arriving in San Diego Oct. 15.

The yacht left San Diego following the crash and is now in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Attessa IV, which is registered in the Cayman Islands, is one of the largest privately owned yachts in the world. It was bought in 2007 by Dennis Washington, a U.S. billionaire whose network of companies includes Washington Marine Group and Seaspan Shipyards in North Vancouver, where Kyle Washington, Dennis Washington’s son, is executive chairman.

The mega yacht was extensively rebuilt in a three-year project by Washington Yachting Group in North Vancouver, in the same shed where the three ill-fated Pacificat fast ferries were put together by shipyard workers in the 1990s.

The luxury yacht, which has been featured in a number of yachting and lifestyle magazine articles, features its own on-board helicopter and landing pad, spa, gym and pool, and opulent guest quarters including sculptures by Henry Moore and a hanging glass sculpture by Dale Chihuly.

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What the US$600M 'world's biggest yacht' will look like inside

It's set to be one of the largest private residence yachts in the world when it launches in 2024, but what does a luxury apartment on board the 728 foot (221 metres) Somnio actually look like?

Interior renderings of the US$600 million vessel have just been unveiled, offering a glimpse inside what's being described as the world's first "yacht liner."

While all 39 of the floating apartments, which come with a private balcony or terrace, are said to be "fully customizable," some of the options showcased include huge shell-shaped beds, expansive living areas with ocean views, and wall-length mirrors.

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Prices start from around $11 million, with sizes ranging from 1,600 to 6,500 square feet -- the largest condo takes up most of the top deck.

Somnio, which means "to dream '' in Latin, was designed by Winch Design and Tillberg Design of Sweden, and will be built by Norwegian ship designer and builder VARD.

The interior renderings were devised by Winch Design, Tillberg Design of Sweden along with Luttenberger Design.

Those who snap up a condo on "the most exclusive address in the world" will get to work with one of the design teams for up to three months in order to "decide the room configurations and select the materials, furniture, lighting and artwork."

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A gym, a library, inside and outside dining spaces, "distinct" dressing areas and a "vast living room space with 270-degree forward views" are among the options available, although the layout is to be based on the buyer's preferences.

The identity of the owners will be kept secret, but all residents will have access to full concierge services "for both onboard and land-based needs."

"As the only residential superyacht in the world, we are delighted to work with designers that complement our exacting standards," Captain Erik Bredhe, co-founder of Somnio, said in a statement.

"Our owners will experience only the best, as is befitting of a yacht of this nature."

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According to its designers, sustainability will be a key focus for Somnio, which is to be constructed with the "latest clean engine technology" along with materials and products to "create environmentally responsible interior design with a reduced impact" where possible.

Among the shared on board amenities onboard available include a 10,000-bottle capacity wine cellar and tasting room along with a lounge located in the ship's bow, a spa, a movie theater, restaurants and a beach club.

Residents will be charged an annual fee to cover expenses like maintenance and repairs, along with fuel and food.

A spokesperson for the project tells CNN Travel that Somnio has attracted exceptional interest since it was unveiled earlier this year, with some apartments already sold.

At present, The World, which measures 643 feet, is the largest private residential yacht on the globe, with a combination of studios as well as one to three-bedroom apartments on board.

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Canada will be reassuring allies of its commitment to the western alliance as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travels to Washington, D.C., this week to take part in the NATO leaders' summit at a critical time for war-ravaged Ukraine.

Everything Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said publicly about Donald Trump

While Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a measured tone when talking about Donald Trump during his first presidency, the Canadian leader has been a little more direct since. As we head closer to a U.S. election this fall, CTVNews.ca takes a look at everything Trudeau has said publicly about the presumptive Republican nominee.

Popular weight-loss and diabetes medications linked to lower risk of some cancers, study finds

GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may help lower the risk of certain cancers, a new study suggests.

Doctors excited about targeted prostate cancer therapy, but can't prescribe it yet

Oncologists say radioligand therapy, or RLT, is poised to become a new "pillar" of cancer care, alongside surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.

Crew of NASA's earthbound simulated Mars habitat emerge after a year

The crew of a NASA mission to Mars emerged from their craft after a yearlong voyage that never left Earth.

Lost your phone? Here's how to track it down and recover your data

Discovering your phone was lost or stolen can be a stressful experience. Here are steps to help recover your device and protect your data.

Earth's core has slowed so much it's moving backward, scientists confirm. Here's what it could mean

Deep inside Earth is a solid metal ball that rotates independently of our spinning planet, like a top whirling around inside a bigger top, shrouded in mystery.

Entertainment

Jon Landau, Oscar-winning 'Titanic' and 'Avatar' producer, dies at 63

Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on three of the biggest blockbusters of all time, 'Titanic' and two 'Avatar' films, has died. He was 63.

Injunction to keep Toronto's Revue Cinema open extended to October

An injunction standing between the Revue Cinema and possible eviction has been extended to the fall, the group that operates the historic theatre in Toronto’s west end announced Friday.

How to lower your student debt -- and cut through misconceptions around it

Paying back student loans has always been a challenge, but at a time when housing and meals eat up a bigger slice of income than ever, making smart choices around loans and repayment is all too critical.

Owe money for CERB? Here's how the CRA is getting it back

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) may face some hurdles in collecting the money loaned through COVID-19 pandemic relief programs, like the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), according to a tax lawyer.

Summer jobs could prove tough to come by for students, according to latest job stats

Statistics Canada’s latest jobs report shows youth unemployment reached a near decade high.

Here are some safety tips if you're travelling alone this summer

Though travelling by yourself can be scary and intimidating, there are some ways to make sure you’re safe and have a good time, says a solo travel and content creator from Ottawa.

Ottawa woman, 49, wins $70 million, plans to help community

An Ottawa woman, who has survived cancer and has overcome addiction, has won $70 million with Lotto Max.

Parisian cafes are a cherished part of French culture. Here's why they might be in trouble

Across France and especially in Paris, hospitality is one of the industries that is most heavily reliant on immigrant workers.

Vikings' Khyree Jackson, 2 former high school teammates killed in car crash in Maryland

Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two of his former high school teammates were killed in an early morning car crash Saturday in Maryland, police and the team said.

England into Euro semis after shootout win over Switzerland

After so many painful 12-yard setbacks, England embraced the shootout on Saturday as they beat Switzerland 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to reach the semi-finals of Euro2024 and move to within a step of their first overseas final.

Netherlands into Euro 2024 semifinal against England after beating Turkey

The Netherlands came from behind to beat Turkey 2-1 on Saturday and book its place in the European Championship semifinals.

4 in 10 Canadians say theft is a risk factor in vehicle purchasing: Nanos

As many as four out of 10 Canadians say it is 'important' to know if a vehicle they're interested in purchasing is more likely to be targeted by thieves, according to a new Nanos Research survey.

Vehicle supply building. Prices are going down. Is it time to buy a new car?

For the first time in years, car shoppers are having an easier time finding a deal as the auto industry bounces back from supply chain woes — and experts say the outlook could get even better.

A green flag for clean power: NASCAR unveils its first electric racecar

Part of the experience of a NASCAR race is hearing the engine roar, the rumble of each car’s approach and the zip when it whizzes past at more than 150 mph.

Local Spotlight

Escaped inmate found south of Edmonton 1 month later

A convict who escaped an Edmonton correctional service more than a month ago has been caught.

Calgarians allowed to water by hand, some pools open as city eases outdoor restrictions

Calgary is easing outdoor water restrictions as the city continues work to help its water infrastructure recover following a major feeder main break.

Giant tortoise walking along B.C. sidewalks inspires tourist from Australia

Adam finds out how a giant tortoise walking along a sidewalk is inspiring a woman visiting from Australia.

WWE superstar surprises Guelph, Ont. fan who didn’t have accessible seat

A wrestling fan from Guelph, Ont. thought he was down for the count after winning tickets to a “once-in-a-lifetime” WWE event in Toronto.

This pet chicken from B.C. is now a Guinness World Record holder

Lacey may look like just another pet chicken on Emily Carrington’s B.C. property. But she has a title her coop mates don’t: Guinness World Record holder.

Vancouver's 'Phil Wizard' first-ever breaker named to Canada's Olympic team

Philip Kim, who competes as "B-Boy Phil Wizard," is set to make Canadian sports history this summer as the country's first-ever Olympic breaking athlete.

New documentary explores the increased number of white shark observations

A new documentary filmed in Nova Scotia by marine biologist and veterinarian Dr. Chris Harvey Clark explores the increased number of white shark observations in Canadian waters.

'A steal for the international buyer': Whistler mansion listed for $17.9M

A never-before-lived-in mansion in Whistler is on the market for $17.9 million – with the listing describing it as a 'steal for the international buyer' due to the current exchange rate, which puts the price in U.S. dollars at $13.1 million.

B.C. port employer requests 'urgent strike intervention' by the CIRB

The BC Maritime Employers Association says it is requesting urgent intervention by the Canada Industrial Relations Board to divert a looming strike by a union representing ship and dock foremen.

Motorcycle crash leaves 1 dead, 1 with non-life-threatening injuries in Scarborough: TPS

A male motorcyclist has died following a collision with a car on Saturday night, police say.

Stabbing in Mississauga school parking lot leaves woman dead; one person in custody

A woman is dead, and a man is in custody after a stabbing outside a school in Mississauga.

Victim succumbs to injuries in Scarborough shooting

Toronto police say one person has died following a shooting in Scarborough.

Calgary Mayor lauds work of residents, city, during 'horrible' water crisis

Mayor Jyoti Gondek has faced a barrage of criticism as she guided Calgary through a water main break that forced city residents and businesses to limit their water use for over a month.

28-year-old man killed in Westboro shooting Friday

The Ottawa Police Service is investigating following a shooting that left one man dead Friday in Westboro.

Ottawa man using walker says apartment not accessible, with no answer in sight

An Ottawa man living in the city’s south-end says he’s struggling to get his walker through the front door of his apartment and wants the building’s owner to install an automatic door button.

Bus crashes into electrical pylon, causing massive power outage on the South Shore

Tens of thousands of households on Montreal's South Shore have been without electricity since Saturday night after a bus crashed into an electrical pylon.

Toronto woman's Jeep stolen while parked outside Montreal East hotel

The Quality Hotel & Suites Montreal East has a parking lot right outside the main entrance, so Vanessa Sabatini parked her red Jeep there overnight, assuming it would be safe.

2 firms offering auto insurance to pull out of Alberta market

Two insurance providers in Alberta have announced plans to stop offering automobile insurance to customers in the province.

Cavendish Beach Music Festival continues rain or shine

The largest multi-day outdoor music festival in Atlantic Canada has officially kicked-off, with some of the biggest names in country music visiting our region.

Picture-perfect greens on display at Mactaquac as organizers prepare for PGA Tour Americas tournament

It's an orchestra of lawn trimmers, mowers and golf carts at Mactaquac Provincial Park as organizers prepare to welcome over 150 professional golfers to their greens for the PGA Tour Americas.

Poll suggests Manitobans worried about costs, less confident in institutions

Manitobans are increasingly worried about the cost of living and crime, and are becoming less confident in the justice system and public service, a poll commissioned by the provincial government suggests.

Have you seen Johnny? WPS search for 24-year-old man

The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) is asking for the public’s help in finding 24-year-old Johnny Arragutainaq.

The story behind a truck covered in teacups in Brandon

If you’re ever visiting Brandon, Man., you might want to pay a visit to Talia. She’s beautiful, delicate, and a true work of art.

Three people dead in 2 vehicle collision in Sask.

Three people are dead following a collision between a truck and a van on Highway 4 near Cochin, Sask. on Friday.

Woman and child killed and four injured in Sask. Highway 4 collision

Two people have died and four people were injured in a fatal collision on Highway 4 on Friday.

Car enthusiasts gather to bid on collector vehicles at annual weekend auction

Coast2Coast Collector Car Auctions held their fourth annual car auction event Saturday.

Most-read stories of the week: Hogweed, WWE superstar surprise, firework chaos

Hogweed popping up in the area, a surprise from a WWE superstar, and Canada Day firework chaos round out the most-read stories of the week.

Occupy UW agrees to end encampment, University of Waterloo to withdraw injunction

The pro-Palestinian encampment that's been on the University of Waterloo's campus for nearly two months is expected to be gone by Sunday evening.

Southwestern Ont. alpaca farmers call for more wool processing resources in province

Southwestern Ontario alpaca farmers are calling for more wool processing resources in the province.

Saskatoon man charged for leaving hate comments on woman’s obituary pleads guilty

The man who left hate comments on a murder victim’s online obituary has been sentenced.

Northern Ontario

Large pile of lobster dumped on the side of Hwy. 17 in northern Ontario

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after a pile of dead lobster was found on the shoulder of Highway 17 this week in northern Ontario.

Berth in Canadian Championships on the line at Slo-Pitch Eliminations Sunday

Many of the best slo-pitch players in Canada have been battling it out over three days this weekend in Dorchester, Ont.

On the bright side with Julie Atchison

To brighten your week with good news, CTV London Meteorologist Julie Atchison is showing us the sunny side of things.

Lone driver taken to trauma centre following single-vehicle rollover

A driver has been taken to a trauma centre following a single-vehicle rollover in Elgin County.

Irish Mythen, Noah Cyrus headline Mariposa Day 2

The Irish-Canadian folk artist and Billy Ray Cyrus' youngest daughter take the stage Saturday night at the Mariposa Folk Festival.

Bradford African festival showcases culture, food, community

The African Experience welcomed hundreds to the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library for a celebration of Black and African culture.

Local great-grandmother celebrates 100th birthday

Mary Buratynsky celebrated her centurion birthday with family and friends in Springwater on Saturday afternoon.

VIDEO | Local pizza maker nominated for world's 100 best wants Windsor 'at the table' with New York and Chicago pizza

After earning awards for Canada's best pizza chef in Canada and top-five positions in competitions across North America, Dean Litster is in the running to be recognized on an international stage.

Highway 77 in Leamington reopens following collision: OPP

OPP have confirmed Highway 77 between Mersea Road 5 and Mersea Road 6 in Leamington has re-opened.

Vancouver Island

Whale researcher says orphan orca 'likely' seen off Vancouver Island at Friendly Cove

A killer whale calf whose struggle for survival captured international headlines when she became trapped in a Vancouver Island tidal lagoon earlier this year only to escape on her own has likely been spotted swimming further south along British Columbia's coast.

Kittens burned in Vancouver Island wildfire on the road to recovery

A litter of tiny kittens that were rescued in the aftermath of a wildfire on Vancouver Island last month are now recovering in foster care and will be up for adoption soon, the BC SPCA said in an update.

Dive team called in after man drowns in Okanagan Lake, Kelowna RCMP say

Mounties in Kelowna say they're investigating a drowning in Okanagan Lake that occurred near the downtown marina early Saturday morning.

'Elaborate' B.C. fraud scheme involved impersonating corporate security and police, Kelowna RCMP say

Mounties in Kelowna are warning the public after a local resident fell victim to an "elaborate" fraud last week.

Man shot, 2 cars burned in suspected gang incident in Kamloops

Mounties are urging the public to be vigilant following a suspected gang shooting in B.C.'s southern Interior that left a 40-year-old man injured this week.

2024 Southern Alberta Summer Games kick off in Coaldale

Nearly 2,000 athletes will compete in 20 events over four days during the 2024 Southern Alberta Sumer Games. After months of planning, organizers are thrilled to welcome families from all over southern Alberta to Coaldale, Alta.

Court hears accused in Coutts blockade thought protest could lead to 'war'

One of two men accused of conspiring to kill Mounties at the border blockade at Coutts, Alta., characterized the protest as a last stand and told his mother there “will be a war” if police moved in.

Fire ban ended for Lethbridge area

With the recent moisture and cooler temperatures, fire bans and restrictions in the Lethbridge area are no longer in effect.

Sault Ste. Marie

Algoma Steel reports another chemical spill into St. Marys River

A new chemical spill into the St. Marys River by Algoma Steel earlier this week is under investigation by the Ministry of the Environment.

SIU seeking witnesses for its investigation into the death of a 57-year-old man in Kenora

Ontario's police watchdog is seeking witnesses as it investigates a shooting involving police in Kenora that led to the death of a 57-year-old man.

Elliot Lake man charged for threating police with knife

A 62-year-old man from Elliot Lake, Ont., is facing multiple charges – including assault with a weapon – following an altercation with provincial police earlier this week.

Church must pay $104 million to victims of historical abuse in Newfoundland

The Roman Catholic Church has been ordered to pay settlements totalling $104 million to 292 survivors of historical abuse in Newfoundland and Labrador, including those at the now infamous Mount Cashel orphanage in St. John's.

Human remains backlog still in Newfoundland garage after months of outcry

Opposition parties in Newfoundland and Labrador say they’re growing frustrated at the decision by health officials to move freezers of unclaimed human remains into an underground hospital parking garage.

Newfoundland and Labrador premier takes aim at Ottawa over reopened cod fishery

Newfoundland and Labrador's Liberal premier is once again opposing a decision made by the federal Liberals — this time about the reopening of the province's commercial northern cod fishery.

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Couple Found Dead in Lifeboat After Attempting to Cross the Atlantic: 'They Were Amazing People'

A couple who lived in Canada set off for the Azores in the Atlantic, but were found dead weeks later in a life raft floating near the coast of Halifax

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A couple living in Canada has died after attempting to sail across the Atlantic.

According to a press release shared on July 12 by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, investigators responded to reports of human remains of two people found in a 10-foot inflatable boat, which had washed ashore at Sable Island National Park Reserve, a sandbar off the coast in Halifax.

On Monday, July 22, police shared an update , announcing the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service had officially identified one of the people as a 70-year-old man, and that investigators were confident the other remains belonged to woman a 54-year-old woman, both from British Columbia.

Multiple outlets, including The Guardian , CNN and the Vancouver Sun , identified them as Sarah Packwood, 54, and Brett Clibbery, 70.

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According to police, the couple was first reported missing on June 18 after leaving the coast of Nova Scotia in their 42-foot yacht Theros the previous week.

The couple had set off for the Azores — a collection of Portuguese islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, about 2,000 miles away from where they started — and planned to embark on a 21-day trip. The Guardian reported that Clibbery’s GPS device was last detected about 40 miles southwest of Sable Island on June 13.

The life raft they were found in is believed to have belonged to their larger vessel, according to the Sun.

Clibbery's son James spoke out about his father and stepmother's death in a post shared to Facebook on July 13.

"They were amazing people, and there isn't anything that will fill the hole that has been left by their, so far unexplained passing," he wrote. "Living will not be the same without your wisdom, and your wife was quickly becoming a beacon of knowledge, and kindness. I miss your smiles. I miss your voices. You will be forever missed."

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The Guardian previously profiled the couple and their relationship in 2020. According to the newspaper, the pair met in the U.K., where Packwood was originally from. Clibbery told her about his love for sailing and about Theros , where the pair would later get engaged and married. They moved to Canada together in 2018.

The couple also documented their travels on their YouTube channel — titled Theros Adventures — and said in April that they had modified the yacht themselves so that it would rely on sails, solar panels, batteries and a car engine.

“We’re doing everything we can to show that you can travel without burning fossil fuels,” Clibbery said in one video posted on April 12, per the Sun.

"It's probably the biggest adventure of our lives so far," Packwood added.

According to police, the couple's deaths are "not believed to be suspicious in nature" and an investigation is still under way to determine what may have happened to the Theros .

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police noted that "an update will be issued should the investigation uncover any criminality."

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