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At least 39 people stuck underground at Totten Mine in Sudbury, Ont.

At least 39 people are stuck underground at Vale's Totten Mine in Sudbury, Ont., Monday, CTV News has learned.

Very few details are available at this hour, but CTV News has learned about three dozen people are stuck underground at Vale's Totten Mine.

North Bay students asked to make amends for anti-Semitism: school board

More fallout following the disturbing video that was circulating social media showing a group of students displaying anti-Semitic behaviour on the field at a North Bay school.

North Bay Police and the city’s French Catholic school board are responding to a cellphone video that shows a group of students shouting anti-Semitic slogans on a school field. (Jaime McKee/CTV News)

Suspicious vehicle fire in Lively under investigation

Sudbury police and fire crews were called to the scene of what has been deemed a suspicious fire on Sixth Avenue in Lively early Sunday morning. An investigation is underway.

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At least 39 people stuck underground at Totten Mine in Sudbury, Ont.

At least 39 people are stuck underground at Vale's Totten Mine in Sudbury, Ont., Monday, CTV News has learned.

'Honoring Our Children Journey' makes stop in Sudbury

Four females from a Saskatchewan First Nation passed through Sudbury on Sunday as they bike to Ottawa for their 'Honoring Our Children Journey.'

Suspicious vehicle fire in Lively under investigation

Sudbury police and fire crews were called to the scene of what has been deemed a suspicious fire on Sixth Avenue in Lively early Sunday morning. An investigation is underway.

Run to honour fallen peace officers returns to Sudbury

Sudbury police officers, retirees, civilians, volunteers, family, and friends took part in a peace officers memorial awareness run on Saturday. The event is part of a national event to honour peace officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

Sudbury city councillor helping with access to proof of vaccination

It's day three of the new proof of vaccine rule and people need to have a valid proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter many private and public places.

North Bay

North Bay students asked to make amends for anti-Semitism: school board

More fallout following the disturbing video that was circulating social media showing a group of students displaying anti-Semitic behaviour on the field at a North Bay school.

North Bay police investigating threat involving high school

North Bay police say there is no threat to the safety of students or staff at a local high school following a threat made on social media.

North Bay environmental action group continues to clean city streets through community clean-up challenge

The environmental action group Clean, Green, Beautiful North Bay is wrapping up its last major beautification initiative for the season on Saturday.

Report finds money spent to fix North Bay’s homeless crisis hasn’t alleviated growing problem

Despite nearly $20 million spent over the last five years to solve homeless issues in the North Bay area, a new report finds the funding has not provided many benefits for those experiencing homelessness.

Policing changes coming to Callander, Ont.

Callander Mayor 'shocked' that a deal couldn’t be reached with the North Bay Police service.

Sault Ste. Marie

Volunteers gather to build the Batchewana First Nation teaching lodge

A special structure is going up behind the Anishinabek Discovery Centre in Sault Ste. Marie. A group of volunteers gathered over the weekend to build a teaching lodge, which will serve as a centre for traditional learning.

Officials say the teaching lodge, which will remain up year-round, is designed to compliment modern-day teaching methods at Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig, the Anishinabek university in the Soo. Sept.26/21 (Mike McDonald/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Another successful Big Blue Food Drive for St. Vincent Place in Sault Ste. Marie

St. Vincent Place in Sault Ste. Marie is thanking the community for another successful Big Blue Food Drive. Hundreds of volunteers drove around the city collecting food donations in what has become St Vincent's biggest annual event.

Inspiring tourism innovation in Sault Ste. Marie

Destination Northern Ontario is launching the Spark program in Sault Ste. Marie, designed to encourage innovation among the region's tourism operators.

CTV Coats for Kids returns to the Sault

The CTV Coats for Kids drive makes its return this year, after a hiatus due to pandemic restrictions in 2020.

Sheehan re-elected in Sault Ste. Marie

Days after the polls closed, voters in the Sault Ste. Marie riding now know who will be representing them on Parliament hill.

Timmins

Attempted armed robbery in Hornepayne

Provincial police are searching for a suspect in an attempted robbery involving a firearm in Hornepayne.

'Run around, get dirty and get really tired': Fall Fun Days at Aidie Creek Gardens in Englehart

Fall Fun Days at Aidie Creek Gardens in Englehart, Ont. is all about being out on the farm.

See inside buildings you've always wondered about during 'Digital Doors Open Timmins-Porcupine'

Every year, the Ontario Heritage Trust works with communities throughout the province to open up unique and fascinating cultural sites so that the public can explore and learn about the history behind closed doors.

An actor from Sudbury gets his Cinefest debut in 'Lakewood' film

It's a great day for Colton Gobbo. The 21-year-old actor from Sudbury makes his Cinefest debut in the film 'Lakewood.'

Downtown Timmins holds first 'Fall Fest'

With outdoor events scarce these days and families looking for fall activities, Cindy Campbell of the Downtown Timmins BIA said the solution was to throw the organization's first 'Fall Fest.'

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Meet the Canadian scientist who helped develop mRNA vaccines

Dr. Paul Olszynski, an emergency physician in Saskatchewan, says it is 'possible' for vaccinated people to spread the virus.

Filmmaker set to shoot movie that overlooks Earth

A Russian filmmaker is gearing up to shoot a movie that overlooks planet Earth. CTV’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports.

Winnipeg man grows dozens of peppers from around the world

A Winnipeg man invited CTV’s Jill Machyson into his backyard, where he grows peppers from around the world.

Close call: Woman ignores train barriers, nearly gets hit

A Dutch transit agency released this footage of a woman's narrow escape on Sept. 21.

70-year-old grandmother fights off mugger on Moscow street

This grandmother was fearless in the face of an attempted mugging in Moscow, managing to hold off her attacker until help arrived.

Cavers are exploring this 'mystic' sinkhole in Yemen

Explorers used sophisticated equipment to explore the 'Well of Hell', a 112-metre-deep desert hole in Yemen.

Couple climbs mountain to say 'I do' on the summit

This Bolivian couple chose the summit of Mount Illimani to wed, with the ceremony ending a 3-day hike for the mountain lovers.

Indigenous Circle: Raising awareness one step at a time

In this edition of Indigenous Circle, a father and son are on a journey to honour the lives of Indigenous children forced to attend residential schools.

Legendary Michelangelo masterpiece finds new renaissance

Daniele Hamamdjian has the story of a monumental Michelangelo masterpiece, now restored to its full glory.

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Search for Brian Laundrie continues as authorities comb through swampland

As authorities continue their second week of searching tens of thousands of acres of swampland for Gabby Petito's fiance, Brian Laundrie, they are also seeking out new evidence in the investigation.

Members of the media film law enforcement as they drive swamp buggies down a dirt road on the Southside of the Carlton Reserve, while searching for any signs of Brian Laundrie, Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021, in Venice, Fla. (Andrea Melendez/Naples Daily News via AP)

Your smartphone has enough data to potentially detect cannabis intoxication, study finds

Researchers from Rutgers University in New Jersey say smartphone sensor data combined with machine learning could detect whether someone is under the influence of cannabis.

Gabby Petito, Brian Laundrie were involved in incident at Wyoming restaurant in late August: witnesses

A couple from Louisiana who were vacationing in Jackson, Wyoming, last month said Wednesday they saw an incident involving Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie in a restaurant in one of the last sightings of Petito before her death.

New tool is helping Ontarians easily show their proof of vaccination

Add your vaccination status to your iPhone in three easy steps.

'Turned the tables': Mountain goat fatally wounds attacking grizzly bear in Yoho National Park

An adult grizzly bear is dead and a necropsy determined her fatal wounds occurred when she attempted to attack a mountain goat in a national park in British Columbia.

Northern Artists Perform

Sudbury musician JoPo covers Canadian classic

Sudbury's JoPo performs the classic Canadian song 'Lost Together' by Blue Rodeo with the help of her friends Zach and Josh at camp.

A CCR cover from New Liskeard

The Mud Dogs, from New Liskeard, cover 'Lookin Out My Backdoor' by Creedence Clearwater Revival

A Tom T. Hall cover from Peter Mallette

Former CTV anchor Peter Mallette and his cousin Dan cover Tom T. Hall’s 'How I got to Memphis.'

Around Ontario

Kayaker pulled to safety after Sudbury boat crash

A woman was sent to hospital after the kayak she was in was hit by a boat in a Sudbury area lake.

Kingston students face big fines for massive party

Up to 4,000 students attend an outdoor party in defiance of public health measures. CTV’s Kimberley Johnson reports.

Toronto housing prices continue to climb

The real estate buying frenzy in the GTA has cooled down, but a drop in inventory is causing more headaches for buyers.

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Annamie Paul resigns as Green Party leader

Annamie Paul is resigning. The embattled Green Party leader announced Monday that she’s started the process of withdrawing from the role, calling her less than a year at the helm of the party 'the worst period' in her life. Paul's decision to step down comes on the heels of the party initiating a review of her leadership given the results of last Monday's federal election.

Annamie Paul speaks to the media during a press conference announcing she is officially stepping down as Green Party leader, at Suydam Park in Toronto on Monday, September 27, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Tijana Martin

Two Canadians in prisoner swap freed for health reasons: China

Two Canadians detained in late 2018 who were allowed to return to Canada in a prisoner swap were released on bail for health reasons, China's Foreign Ministry said Monday.

Health Canada suspends licence, issues recall for hand sanitizer containing 'elevated levels' of methanol

Health Canada has issued a recall and suspended the licence for PURE75 gel hand sanitizer after learning the product contains 'elevated levels' of methanol that can cause serious health issues such as skin and eye irritation, breathing problems, headaches and even death.

At least 39 people stuck underground at Totten Mine in Sudbury, Ont.

At least 39 people are stuck underground at Vale's Totten Mine in Sudbury, Ont., Monday, CTV News has learned.

B.C. vaccine card: Pass with QR code now required to access many non-essential businesses

Starting today, the only acceptable proof of vaccination in British Columbia to dine at restaurants and attend indoor recreational events is the B.C. Vaccine Card.

Detective who solved Holly Jones murder reveals what sharp-eyed officers noticed in killer's apartment

A lead detective on the 2003 Holly Jones kidnapping and murder says there were four things that made police immediately suspect he was killer when they knocked on his door for a DNA sample.

U.K. mulls calling in army to help ease gas shortages at pumps

Lines of cars formed at British gas stations for a fourth day on Monday, as the government mulled sending in the army to help ease the supply disruptions, triggered by a shortage of truck drivers.

'Take time': Former detainee offers advice on moving forward to Spavor, Kovrig

A B.C. man who was detained in China in 2014, says it took him more than a year to feel normal again after he was released, but it may take Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor even longer to readjust to life in Canada.

How the early work of a Canadian scientist and his team made the COVID-19 vaccines possible

The story of how the groundbreaking mRNA vaccines were developed to help the world fight COVID-19 is a fascinating one — but it’s been missing a key part, according to a scientist who says a fundamental aspect of these vaccines was originally developed by a small team in Canada.