The flight was carrying about 500 puppies, many of which were dehydrated, weak or vomiting, according to the CFIA.

A man is facing several charges, including assault with a weapon, after a laser was pointed up at an Edmonton Police Service helicopter on Saturday morning.

A 20-year-old man from South Korea could be facing charges after reportedly lighting up on a flight from Calgary to Saskatoon.

Saskatoon police air support pilots and STARS air ambulance become the target of a growing number of laser strikes.