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Family sues OPP, others, for more than $2M after woman dies in Sudbury, Ont., jail

The family of a woman who died by suicide in November 2020 while incarcerated at the Sudbury Jail is suing police and other officials for more than $2 million.

The family of Justine Docherty, who died by suicide in November 2020 while incarcerated at the Sudbury Jail, is suing police and other officials for more than $2 million. (Photo from Mundell Funeral Home)

An abundance of job options at Northern College career fair

Northern College said it hopes the Ontario government will consider funding its trade programs -- this after being left out of a $224 million funding announcement for skilled trade centres.

On the day it hosted a career fair when more than 50 employers came seeking skilled workers, Northern College said it was 'hugely disappointed' to be left out of a recent provincial funding announcement for skilled trade centres. (Lydia Chubak/CTV News)

Northern Ont. police find driver unconscious at the wheel, motor running

Ontario Provincial Police responding to a different call March 17 discovered a driver slumped over the wheel in a running parked car on Main Street in the Town of Thessalon.

OPP cruiser file image (CTV News/Mike Arsalides)

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Liver disease rates soaring in Canada

New statistics show that more and more Canadians are dealing with some form of liver disease throughout their life.

According to the Canadian Liver Foundation, one in four Canadians will have to combat some form of liver disease in their lifetime. That number has increased from one in 10 in 2013. (Photo from video)

Sudbury organization launches awareness campaign

A Sudbury non-profit organization dedicated to helping those with developmental disabilities launched an awareness campaign Wednesday.

How to deal with residential school denialism

Sean Carleton, an assistant professor of history and Indigenous studies, has two speaking engagements at Sault Ste. Marie’s Algoma University this week dealing with sensitive topics.

Sudbury police charge 3 with attempted murder in downtown robbery

Three people have been charged in a violent downtown Sudbury robbery that left a 39-year-old man with serious injuries on Tuesday night, police say.

Meals on Wheels in Sudbury raises awareness of community impact, need for volunteers

March for Meals is celebrating its 21st year, a national campaign raising awareness of the important work Meals on Wheels does for the community.

North Bay

NDP wants safer highways

Temiskaming Cochrane MPP John Vanthof and Thunder Bay MPP Lise Vauegois are calling on the provincial government to strengthen transport truck driver regulations.

Crossing guards recognized in North Bay on appreciation day

Wednesday marks Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, a day to thank crossing guards who make sure children cross the street safely.

One taken to hospital after North Bay duplex fire

One person has been taken to hospital with significant injuries as a result of a fire at a North Bay duplex Wednesday morning, the deputy fire chief says.

North Bay police board approves 2023 budget, includes a 10% increase

The North Bay Police Service’s Board approved the police department’s 2023 budget, including a 10 per cent increase compared to last year.

Senior dog at Sudbury shelter looking for her retirement home

In this week's episode of Take Me Home Tuesday, CTV News is featuring Brandy, a sweet, senior dog who 'will do anything for a cookie.'

Sault Ste. Marie

Sault Ste. Marie prepares for organic waste collection

In response to a mandate from the province, the City of Sault Ste. Marie is preparing to implement organic waste collection by a 2025 deadline.

Hwy. 17 partially reopens between Wawa, White River

Ontario Provincial Police said early Wednesday evening that Highway 17 is closed in both directions between Wawa and White River.

How to deal with residential school denialism

Sean Carleton, an assistant professor of history and Indigenous studies, has two speaking engagements at Sault Ste. Marie’s Algoma University this week dealing with sensitive topics.

Northern Ont. police find driver unconscious at the wheel, motor running

Ontario Provincial Police responding to a different call March 17 discovered a driver slumped over the wheel in a running parked car on Main Street in the Town of Thessalon.

Sault police seize guns, ammunition, drugs, suspect charged

The Sault Police Service uncovered a cache of weapons and ammunition Tuesday when the executed a search warrant at a residence on Walters Street.

Timmins

An abundance of job options at Northern College career fair

Northern College said it hopes the Ontario government will consider funding its trade programs -- this after being left out of a $224 million funding announcement for skilled trade centres.

Timmins residents share painful stories on day to eliminate racism

On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the group called Timmins Together hosted a symposium.

Senior dog at Sudbury shelter looking for her retirement home

In this week's episode of Take Me Home Tuesday, CTV News is featuring Brandy, a sweet, senior dog who 'will do anything for a cookie.'

Rare bobcat sighting in Sault Ste. Marie's east end

A Sault Ste. Marie woman captured photos and video of a rare bobcat sighting in her East End residential neighbourhood Monday at the height of mating season.

Retired Sturgeon Falls couple wins scratch ticket's top prize

A retired couple from Sturgeon Falls who likes to play lottery scratch tickets for weekend entertainment has hit the jackpot.

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Mystery surrounds Markham, Ont. woman who 'disappeared without a trace,' timeline raises questions

The timeline surrounding the disappearance of a Markham, Ont. woman has left more questions than answers after York police said she went missing 'without a trace' nearly three weeks ago.

Missing Markham woman, Isabella Dan, was last seen at her residence on March 3. (York Regional Police)

Canada broke a population growth record in 2022: StatCan

Canada's population grew by more than one million over the course of one calendar year, breaking previous records, a new Statistics Canada report says.

Ontario manufacturers to get tax credit in 2023 budget

The Doug Ford government is proposing a new tax credit to help manufacturers “grow, innovate, become more competitive and create jobs.”

Adviser on unmarked graves says some landowners are refusing access for searches

As some private landowners restrict residential school survivors from performing ceremony or searching their properties for possible unmarked graves, a federal minister says Ottawa is open to legislating new protections for the possible burial sites.

Scratched EV battery? Your insurer may have to junk the whole car

For many electric vehicles, there is no way to repair or assess even slightly damaged battery packs after accidents, forcing insurance companies to write off cars with few miles - leading to higher premiums and undercutting gains from going electric.

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Toronto woman receives free gift, but signs contract for $7,000 vacuum cleaner

A Toronto woman said she received a free air purifier as an online promotion, but also signed up for a $7,000 vacuum cleaner in the process.

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Ontario couple en route to India forced to turn back due to document issue

An Ontario couple's trip to India was cut short over an issue with their visa documents.

Pamela Nazareth and her family are seen in this image. (Supplied)

Worst place in Canada for bed bugs has been revealed

A Canadian city has just been named the worst in the country for bed bugs for the third year in a row.

Bed bugs can be found almost anywhere there is fabric or wood from department stores to movie theatres to hospitals. (Orkin LLC)

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Han Dong resigns from Liberal caucus amid foreign interference allegations

Han Dong has announced he will be sitting as an independent MP after being the subject of foreign interference allegations.

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Former prime minister Stephen Harper says Canada needs a 'Conservative renaissance'

Canada needs a 'Conservative renaissance,' former prime minister Stephen Harper said Wednesday, but he cautioned that Pierre Poilievre should wait until an election before telling Canadians how he might run the country.

Biden is coming to Canada: Here's what we know about his visit

U.S. President Joe Biden is coming to Canada Thursday evening, kicking off his short but long-awaited overnight official visit to Canada. Here's what CTV News has confirmed about what will be on the agenda, and what key players are saying about the upcoming visit.

Canada's relationship with the U.S. needed rebuilding post-Trump says Ambassador Hillman

Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman says the country’s relationship with its American counterparts required rebuilding after the Trump administration.

WeightWatchers appears set to close dozens of Canadian locations Sunday

WW International appears set to close dozens of its roughly 118 WeightWatchers locations across Canada on March 26 in what may be part of a restructuring strategy.

Police find 2 more bodies at site of Old Montreal fire; first victim identified

The death toll from last week's massive fire in Old Montreal has risen to four, Montreal police confirmed. Julien Levesque, a police spokesperson, said Wednesday evening that two more bodies were retrieved from the historic building that went up in flames last Thursday.

Top 4 quirky consumer complaints received in 2022: BBB

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) says it receives tens of thousands of complaints from consumers across Canada each year, but once in a while a "quirky" one will take them by surprise.

What are the predictions for Canada's real estate market this spring?

The Canadian real estate market has been sluggish since last year, when prospective buyers started putting off plans to purchase homes as the Bank of Canada aggressively hiked interest rates eight consecutive times. But realtors see many edging toward a purchase once more.