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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.

Rosalia Rivera is an abuse prevention educator in Timmins who's social media platform is dedicated to helping families learn skills to prevent, avoid or report a situation. April 9/21 (Lydia Chubak/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Ontario farmers see more help from the government

It’s good news for farmers as they prepared for a second COVID-19 growing season with the Ontario Government announcing $10M for pandemic related expenses.

With one season down and lessons learned, Mitch Deschatelets says he feels more prepared now following a year of uncertainty due to the pandemic. April 9/21 (Alana Pickrell/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Canada in tough place, but more vaccine doses key to getting out of this pandemic: WHO adviser

Canada is in a tough situation as COVID-19 variants are spreading and cases are rising amid a third wave of the pandemic but, along with the rest of the world, it will overcome the ongoing crisis with increased vaccinations, says Dr. Peter Singer, a special adviser to the director general of the World Health Organization.

WHO special adviser Dr. Peter Singer, in an interview on CTV's Question Period.

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Sudbury

Strong demand already for summer camps in the north

Northern organizations that offer summer camps are preparing for the 2021 season. From masks to physical distancing officials want parents to know that health and safety is top of mind.

Overnight summer camps are the latest segment of society forced to reboot amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, including Camp Quality, which serves children battling cancer and blood disorders. (File)

Affected Laurentian faculty to get termination notices Monday

As Laurentian University continues to restructure, the union that represents faculty has been warned termination notices will be coming on Monday.

From the archives: Watch Prince Phillip, Queen Elizabeth during their visit to Sudbury in 1984

As the world mourns the death of Prince Phillip, who died Friday at the age of 99, CTV News takes you back a few decades to relive the prince's 1984 visit to Sudbury.

Health unit in Sudbury reports 37 new COVID cases Friday; Timmins reports 12

Despite the provincial lockdown, the COVID situation in some areas of northeastern Ontario refuses to let up, with 37 new cases reported Friday in Sudbury and 12 in the Timmins area.

Despite pandemic, real estate prices soaring in much of northeastern Ontario

Home prices are up – way up – in several areas of northeastern Ontario, according to the most recent statistics from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).

North Bay

Ontario farmers see more help from the government

It’s good news for farmers as they prepared for a second COVID-19 growing season with the Ontario Government announcing $10M for pandemic related expenses.

North Bay high school students to perform first production since pandemic began

In an attempt to keep musical theatre alive in North Bay, West Ferris Intermediate Secondary school students are producing a Broadway show that will be presented in the coming weeks.

North Bay police charge young person with arson

North Bay police have charged a young offender with arson following a grass fire on Main Street West in the city.

'Everyone deserves to live': Campaign launched to reduce opioid-related deaths in the northeast

North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit and a local AIDS committee are launching a two-month-long campaign to raise awareness about opioid-related deaths and train as many people as possible on naloxone.

North Bay city council calls for more vaccines: 'Northern Ontario has a right to these things'

North Bay city council passed a motion this week calling on other levels of government to help the area catch up when it comes to the COVID vaccination rollout

Sault Ste. Marie

Experts say companionship, accountability key to staying fit during pandemic

Fitness experts in the Sault say having added companionship and accountability are crucial components to maintaining an active lifestyle through the pandemic.

A man and a woman are seen exercising outside in this generic image. (Shutterstock.com)

Sault business owner offers to pay for your meals in bid to support local restaurants

Greg Lefave is offering to pay for someone's takeout meals this month out of his own pocket, in an attempt to get Saultites to support local restaurants.

Thunder Bay company looking to bring Zodiac tours to Sault Ste. Marie

Sault Ste. Marie's picturesque waterfront will play host this summer to the Superior Rocket, a 500-horsepower Zodiac watercraft belonging to Thunder Bay-based Sail Superior Adventures.

Tenaris launches four new scholarships at Sault College

The scholarships will amount to a total of $32,000 over four years, for the post-secondary's new bachelor of engineering - mechatronics degree program.

Sault health officials applaud province's stay-at-home order

Although COVID-19 cases in Algoma District are on the low end compared to the rest of the province, Algoma Public Health says the latest stay-at-home order imposed by the province is a necessary step to bring down infection rates across the north.

Timmins

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.

Motorcycle, commercial vehicle collide on Hwy. 144; driver left with serious injuries

A collision between a motorcycle and a commercial vehicle closed Highway 144 for six hours Wednesday, Ontario Provincial Police said in a news release.

Health unit declares workplace outbreak in northern Ontario community, confirms presence of COVID variants

The Porcupine Health Unit reported seven new COVID-19 cases among residents in the health unit area on Thursday.

Northern Ontario township declares state of emergency after staff exposed to COVID

The Township of Black River-Matheson has declared a state of emergency under the Ontario Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.

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Indigenous Circle: Unbridled talent of a 4-year-old prodigy

Donna Sound has the story of a four-year-old equestrian prodigy full of unbridled talent and big Olympic dreams.

World record holder with 24-ft-long nails gets them cut

Ayanna Williams' fingernails were measured at 24 ft, 0.7 in, before cutting them for the first time in 30 years.

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Friends remember man who fell through river ice: 'If you're lucky, you meet one person like that'

Candy Cane Lane has been lit up again – not by the Christmas lights it is known for but by candles and lanterns in memory of a neighbour who was "quick with a joke" and "constantly caring."

Rob White was presumed dead after falling through ice on the North Saskatchewan River while trying to rescue a stranger's dog on April 6, 2021. (Photo provided)

Old fire hose getting second life at Pinery Provincial Park

Decommissioned fire hoses that used to help fight forest fires are getting new life at the Pinery Provincial Park.

Always by her side: The life of Prince Philip, the Queen's lasting love

Prince Philip was born in Greece, fought in the Second World War, and became the longest-serving consort to a British monarch. He was also the love of Queen Elizabeth II’s life. He died at the age of 99.

Langford, B.C. father of 6 with inoperable cancer gifted 'magical' wedding

"They don't have everyday to look forward to, so they need just one special happy day." Adam finds out how a Langford couple facing overwhelming adversity is receiving unexpected generosity.

Explosive eruption rocks volcano on Caribbean's St. Vincent

An explosive eruption rocked La Soufriere volcano on the eastern Caribbean island of St. Vincent on Friday after the government ordered thousands to evacuate their homes nearby.

Northern Artists Perform

Dave Carroll shares powerful pandemic song

Timmins native Dave Carroll shares a pandemic-inspired song written with Jamie Robinson over zoom called, 'When the World Stops Ending.'

Northern Ont. man's Lynyrd Skynyrd cover

Josh Stevens from Nipissing First Nation dedicates his version of Lynyrd Skynyrd's 'Simple Man' to his mom. Watch the full video here.

A Johnny Cash cover from 'Gibbons Girl'

Tonight's song is a Johnny Cash cover from Timmins native Marcia Chum-Gibbons and husband Chris who go by the stage name 'Gibbons Girl.'

Around Ontario

Shock and outrage over new Laurentian announcement

Students and faculty are expressing shock and outrage after Laurentian announced it is cutting ties with its three federated universities.

Vaccines coming to Ottawa pharmacies

Thousands of doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine are set to arrive in Ottawa as early as Saturday. CTV's Jackie Perez reports on when they could be administered to residents 55+.

Simcoe Muskoka heads into another shutdown

Siobhan Morris talks with Dr. Colin Lee, SMDHU, about the province’s shutdown.

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As COVID-19 vaccine supplies ramp up across the country, most provinces and territories have released details of who can expect to receive a shot in the coming weeks.

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Prince Harry and Meghan honour Prince Philip with brief tribute

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, posted a brief statement on their charitable foundation’s website in memory of Prince Philip who died on Friday.

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BREAKING | COVID-19 cases in Ontario drop below 4,000, but positivity rate rises slightly

Ontario health officials are reporting more than 3,800 new cases of COVID-19, marking a slight drop in infections following a record high the day before.

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Doctor urges Ford government, feds to coordinate transfer of ICU nurses from other provinces to Ontario

A critical care doctor in Toronto is urging the province and federal government to begin coordinating the transfer of intensive care nurses from other provinces to Ontario as the number of COVID-19 patients in ICU beds across the province approaches 600.

Artillery guns fire across U.K. in solemn tribute to Prince Philip

Gun salutes were fired across Britain on Saturday to mark the death of Prince Philip as tributes flooded in for a man who was a pillar of strength for Queen Elizabeth during her record-breaking reign.