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Seniors programs in Sault Ste. Marie receive federal funding

With the aim of empowering the elderly to stay engaged and active their communities, the federal government is putting some money toward community projects centred on seniors.

Sault MP Terry Sheehan announced funding for major transit improvement in Sault Ste. Marie on Tuesday. (File)

There will be jobs this summer, Timmins chamber assures students

Despite lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Timmins Chamber of Commerce is assuring students there are jobs waiting for them.

Hunter Gagain is a Grade 12 student hoping to find a job that will lead him closer to his chosen career path. He's going to college in the fall to learn how to become an electrician. In the meantime, he's helping his family with its cleaning business. (Lydia Chubak CTV News)

Unions at Laurentian University ratify new collective agreements; agree to wage cuts

There are two new collective agreements in place at Laurentian University, following a devastating week of staffing and program cuts on campus.

As Laurentian University continues to restructure, the union that represents faculty has been warned termination notices will be coming on Monday. (Ian Campbell/CTV News)

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Sudbury

Federal NDP granted emergency debate on Laurentian University crisis

The federal New Democrats have been granted an emergency debate on Laurentian University, where large staffing and program cuts have stunned the community.

Unions at Laurentian University ratify new collective agreements; agree to wage cuts

There are two new collective agreements in place at Laurentian University, following a devastating week of staffing and program cuts on campus.

Health unit reports second COVID-related death in Sudbury in two days

Public Health Sudbury & Districts reported a COVID-19 related death in Greater Sudbury on Wednesday, the second in two days.

Reaction to the sale of Greater Sudbury's Meatbird Lake

Longtime Lively resident starts petition against the sale of Greater Sudbury's Meatbird Lake to mining giant Vale.

Deep cuts to staffing, programs at Laurentian university have many wondering what future holds

Emotions are running high these days on Laurentian University campus as faculty, staff and students try to determine their next steps. It comes after Monday's announcement that dozens of people, including 110 faculty positions, are being terminated.

North Bay

North Bay police receive multiple reports of women being followed

The North Bay Police Service is sounding the alarm after they received multiple reports of unknown men following women during the evening and early morning hours.

The North Bay Police Service was not at fault when a man jumped out the window of a third-floor apartment during an arrest in April, Ontario's Special Investigations Unit has concluded. (File)

Air Canada set to return to North Bay

Following an agreement with the federal government, Air Canada has restored services to the Jack Garland Airport in North Bay.

Motorist searches for moose they hit with their vehicle, ends up lost in northern Ontario woods overnight

A driver in West Nipissing, Ont., who wanted to help a moose they struck with a vehicle ended up spending the night in the woods.

North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre breaks ground for new transitional housing project

Tuesday morning officials with the North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre broke ground on the new 30-unit transitional housing project.

North Bay parents speak out for disabled son who’s been ‘skipped over’ in vaccine rollout

A North Bay family is frustrated with the provincial vaccine rollout plan, and say their 22-year-old disabled son has been “skipped over.”

Sault Ste. Marie

Seniors programs in Sault Ste. Marie receive federal funding

With the aim of empowering the elderly to stay engaged and active their communities, the federal government is putting some money toward community projects centred on seniors.

Sault police arrest armed robbery suspect

Sault Ste. Marie Police Service says the man believed to be responsible for an armed robbery last month has been arrested.

Sault Ste. Marie pledges to go plastic-free

Sault Ste. Marie says it's looking to go plastic-free and will help promote a similar lifestyle for households and businesses in the Sault with its new program.

Elliot Lake resident wins $199,109 Lottario prize

Lawrence De Young of Elliot Lake won $199,109 in the Dec. 26, 2020, Lottario draw, the Ontario Lottery Corp. announced Tuesday.

Spring break activities hard to come by during provincial stay-at-home order

Three families in Sault Ste. Marie will be spending a lot more time outdoors over the spring break, with few activities this week amid rising COVID-19 cases in Ontario.

Timmins

There will be jobs this summer, Timmins chamber assures students

Despite lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Timmins Chamber of Commerce is assuring students there are jobs waiting for them.

Gardeners in Timmins help demystify the practice of composting

According to some gardeners in Timmins, any time is a good time to consider taking up the practice of composting.

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#UPDATED | Passenger vehicle involved in collision south of Matheson, Ont.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) from the Matheson detachment closed Highway 11 south of Matheson, Ont. for approx 10 hours on April 10 due to a collision involving a passenger vehicle and a commercial vehicle.

Timmins child sexual abuse survivor says the crime can be preventable with the right education

With many families isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic, children are turning to their electronic devices to fill the time.

COVID-19 vaccination clinics underway at Living Space Homeless shelter in Timmins

COVID-19 vaccination clinics are happening in Timmins, but as Living Space shelter officials explained, they are not easy to attend for people who are homeless.

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CAF Cyclone helicopter makes emergency landing at N.S. park

A Cyclone helicopter made a precautionary landing at Nova Scotia's Rainbow Haven Provincial Park after noticing a cockpit indication.

Caught on cam: Employee rescues boss attacked by goose

A territorial goose attacks an unsuspecting Edmonton man and his two dogs Tuesday, April 13, 2021.

Driver stumbles upon a sea lion in a Vancouver Island forest

Dutch tourists test 'lockdown vacation' on Greek island

Dutch tourists paid $450 to volunteer for a 'lockdown vacation' to test whether they can be done safely during the pandemic.

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase and Bitcoin soar

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase when public on Wednesday, and investors say it’s valuation could run in excess of $100 billion.

Nature lovers flock to Laval, Que. to see rare mandarin duck

The rare mandarin duck has been spotted in Laval and wildlife lovers are hoping to catch a glimpse.

U.S. workers overjoyed after receiving $800 tip on $30 bill

Months-long operation saves giraffes from flooded island

Wildlife officials in Kenya rescued 9 critically endangered Rothschild's giraffes from a flooded island using a barge called a 'GiRaft.'

New normal? Kids swap classes for beach lessons in Spain

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'A unique way of communicating': Canadians with autism share challenges, debunk misconceptions about autism

Around one in 66 Canadians are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, according to a 2018 report from the federal government. But autism spectrum disorder still remains poorly understood among Canadians who don't have autism, and the autistic community continues to face challenges that stem from this lack of understanding.

Bruce Petherick (left) and Vicky McGrath (right) were both diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in the 50s. Autism spectrum disorder still remains poorly understood among Canadians who don't have autism, and the autistic community continues to face challenges that stem from this lack of understanding. (Handout photos)

Indigenous TikToker uses platform to call out mass contamination of Yellowknife's toxic Giant Mine

A TikToker from Yellowknives Dene First Nation who's using her platform to call out the toxic contamination from the now-abandoned Giant Mine in Yellowknife, has helped push the issue to the attention of federal government.

Retro-style Barrie, Ont. house with over 150 showings and 32 offers sells $250,000 above asking

A blast-from-the-past house for sale in Barrie, Ont. sold $259,000 above the asking price after just eight days on the market.

Kim's Convenience actor Andrew Phung on crafting his own series, Run the Burbs

Kim's Convenience has just ended but cast member Andrew Phung is already “knee-deep in ideas and stories” for his next project, Run the Burbs.

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan starts

There are upwards of 100,000 Muslims in Calgary and Tuesday the majority of them began fasting from sun up to sun down.

Northern Artists Perform

Sudbury guitar teacher covers Kiss song

Guitar teacher from the Greater Sudbury community of Capreol, Lisa Bertrand, performs 'Hard Luck Woman' by Kiss.

Timmins student covers The Judds

Timmins high school student Gavin Martin sings about “the good old days” with his cover of 'Grandpa' by The Judds.

An original song from Manitoulin Island

Watch the full performance of Lori Gordon, a musician on Manitoulin Island, sing an original song 'Proud Haweater,'an her ode to her home.

Around Ontario

Ottawa cycling options expand

Cycling is allowed in lockdown. CTV's Tyler Fleming adds the idea to a list of stuff we can do safely this month.

Ontario sets record for new COVID-19 infections

Ontario reported more than 4,000 COVID-19 cases on Friday, the most new infections in a single day since the start of the pandemic.

Pandemic drives demand at Sudbury foodbank

The pandemic continues to hit hard financially for many people and their families and driving demand at food banks in Greater Sudbury.

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Canada's vaccine hoarding will prolong the pandemic globally, experts say

COVID-19 will continue to be a pandemic until equitable, global vaccine rollouts are put in place, experts say. Vaccine hoarding is slowing global vaccinations and could lead to variants that can evade current vaccines.

Airport personal unload the first batch of the AstraZeneca vaccines sent from the COVAX facility on Sunday, March 28, 2021, at Adem Jashari airport Pristina, Kosovo which is the last country in the continent yet to start the inoculation. Authorities said they got 24,000 slabs through the COVAX system which will be used for the medical personnel, eldest people, and those with chronic diseases. (AP Photo)

Feds plan to push ahead with J&J vaccine procurement despite U.S. pause

The federal procurement minister says the government will welcome the millions of Johnson & Johnson doses they’ve already purchased, so long as Health Canada deems that vaccine safe and effective for use.

How to watch coverage of Prince Philip's funeral on CTV News

As the Royal Family and the rest of the world says goodbye to Prince Philip, CTV News will be bringing coverage of his funeral live to the homes of Canadians through TV and online.

N.L. Premier Andrew Furey offers help to Ontario as it faces rising COVID-19 cases

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B.C. in 'danger zone' as experts warn hospitals could be overwhelmed in May

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Liberal MP caught stark naked during House of Commons video conference

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Royal Family shares never-before-seen photos in tribute to Prince Philip

Following the death of Prince Philip, members of the Royal Family have shared never-before-seen photos on social media of the Duke of Edinburgh.

AstraZeneca very safe, effective, with extremely rare risk of clots: Health Canada

There is enough evidence to say the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine may cause very rare blood clots but the shot is still extremely safe, very effective and will remain on the Canadian market, Health Canada said Wednesday.