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Ontario Premier Doug Ford to provide COVID-19 vaccine update Tuesday

Ontario Premier Doug Ford will provide an update Tuesday afternoon on the province’s COVID-19 vaccination plan.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks during the daily briefing at a mass vaccination centre in Toronto on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

U.S. recommends 'pause' for J&J COVID-19 single-dose vaccine over clot reports

The U.S. is recommending a 'pause' in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots.

This Dec. 2, 2020 photo provided by Johnson & Johnson shows vials of the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine in the United States. (Johnson & Johnson via AP)

Ontario's hard-hit ICUs aren't just running out of beds, but also doctors and nurses

As the third wave overtakes the province, with no sign of slowing down, Ontario's hospitals are turning into war zones — and those working in the ICUs are warning that we’re not just running out of beds, but people to treat the patients in them.

Inside Ontario's hard-hit hospitals, staff are stretched thin, with experts warning that the third wave could cause ICUs to fill up with more patients than there are doctors and critical care nurses to treat them.

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Sudbury

Parole suspended for man in West Nipissing after child pornography charges

Sudbury police say a federal parolee is back in jail after being charged with child sexual abuse materials in West Nipissing.

Sudbury private college aims to train much-needed skilled tradespeople

A new private career college is offering programs in Sudbury. Northern Construction Academy was developed through relationships built with officials at Pioneer Construction and Fisher Wavy.

Sadness, anger greets news of program, staffing cuts at Laurentian University

Reaction is coming in to news of widespread program and staffing cuts at Laurentian University in Sudbury.

Sudbury's health unit reports 41 new COVID cases Monday

Public Health Sudbury & Districts reported 41 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, bring the area's total to 1,740 since the pandemic began.

Mathematics, physics, music among dozens of program cuts at Laurentian university

It's an agonizing day for staff and students at Laurentian University, as the university released a list of dozens of programs being cut as part of the school's insolvency process.

North Bay

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.”

West Nipissing cleanup group says litter problem is getting worse

A group of volunteers in West Nipissing says the garbage and dumping problem is getting out of hand.

North Bay police search for suspect in two 'violent incidents'

The North Bay police Service is making an appeal to the public to help locate a 26-year-old man from North Bay who they say should be considered dangerous.

Outloud North Bay allowed to stay open despite stay-at-home order

The 2SLGBTQ+ space Outloud North Bay, a hub aimed at supporting trans and queer youth, has been deemed essential by the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit and is allowed to stay open during the province-wide stay at home order.

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.

Sault Ste. Marie

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.

While there really isn't a tonne going on, the Sault Public Library is stepping up to provide activities for children. From outdoor scavenger hunts to virtual escape rooms, the library said it wants to focus on the positive aspects of the current situation. (Photo from video)

Sault supply teacher charged with sex assault on student under age 16

A 73-year-old male teacher with the French Catholic school board in Sault Ste. Marie has been charged with sexual assault and sexual interference.

Two men from the Sault area arrested after being seen under cars with a saw

Ontario Provincial Police say two men were arrested after they were reportedly seen "digging underneath vehicles with a reciprocating saw" near Sault Ste. Marie.

Home improvement boom hitting Sault Ste. Marie

After year of the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent poll reveals more than half of Canadian homeowners are planning renovations.

Sault community groups to remain open during shutdown

Some grassroots organizations in Sault Ste. Marie are having to make some changes in how they deliver their services. This is due to the public health restrictions tied to the province-wide stay-at-home order.

Timmins

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.

Mark Joron of Timmins examines the layers in his composting bin as he gets ready to move it to a new location in his garden. April 11/21(Lydia Chubak/CTV News Northern Ontario)

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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.

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.

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Are you looking for a refund on your wedding deposit?

Here's some advice for couples that had to reschedule or change their wedding plans during the pandemic.

U.S. anglers fined more than $70K for Vancouver island haul

12-year-old Manitoba boy narrowly escapes muddy sinkhole

Jill Macyshon has the story of the rescue operation to save a 12-year-old boy in northern Manitoba from being swallowed by a sinkhole.

Watch: Saskatoon jogger rescues 8-year-old boy from river

Prince William and Prince Harry pay tribute to Prince Philip

An eight-day period of national mourning for the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, is underway in the U.K.

This N.B. woman has picked up hundreds of discarded masks

104-year-old woman praised for beating coronavirus twice

Hospital staff in Colombia are praising a 104-year-old coronavirus patient after she recovered from the virus for a second time.

ICYMI: Huge monitor lizard climbs store shelf in Thailand

COVID-19 vaccination selfies flooding social media sites

Jill Macyshon has the story on the flood of social media selfies from people getting their COVID-19 vaccinations.

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Southern Alberta woman claims to use power of heart and mind to find missing 5-year-old

A woman training in healing touch therapy says she tapped into the power of heart and mind to connect with a missing five-year-old child on Saturday and claims she lead searchers to where he was found.

A map showing where a five-year-old boy went missing and where he was found.

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."

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.

Northern Artists Perform

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.

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.

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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U.S. recommends 'pause' for J&J COVID-19 single-dose vaccine over clot reports

The U.S. is recommending a 'pause' in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots.

Ontario's hard-hit ICUs aren't just running out of beds, but also doctors and nurses

Why some Canadians believe delaying their COVID-19 vaccination is the ethical choice

Canadians are having to find their own answers to the ethical question of when it is right for them to get the COVID-19 vaccine: as soon as they are eligible or after more vulnerable Canadians have gotten their dose.

Daunte Wright shooting: Protest after chief says officer mistook gun for Taser

Police clashed with protesters for a second night in the Minneapolis suburb where an officer who authorities say apparently intended to fire a Taser, not a handgun, fatally shot a Black man during a traffic stop.

'There was no other option': Video shows Saskatoon runner rescuing boy from river

A Saskatoon runner plunged into a frigid river after spotting an eight-year-old boy struggling in the water.

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UPDATED | Air Canada, Canadian government reach agreement in $5.9-billion 'liquidity program'

Air Canada and the federal government have reached an agreement on a $5.9-billion aid package that the company says will speed up customer refunds, protect industry jobs and return service to some communities that were shuttered due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Citing disease risk, WHO calls for ban on sale of live animals in food markets

The WHO on Tuesday urged countries to suspend the sale of live animals captured from the wild in food markets as an emergency measure, saying wild animals are a leading source of emerging infectious diseases like the coronavirus.

'The next couple of days are just critical': Questions remain for opening of Atlantic bubble

As a COVID-19 outbreak continues in New Brunswick’s Edmundston region, some are asking whether the Atlantic provinces should reconsider the reopening of the Atlantic bubble, scheduled for next Monday.

Canadian snowbirds landing in U.S. border towns to avoid quarantine hotels

As snowbirds return to Canada, some are opting to fly into the U.S. and hire a car service to drive them home to avoid the mandatory three-day stay at a quarantine hotel.