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Canada Day celebrations at the Roberta Bondar Tent Pavilion

People in the Sault once again gathered at the Roberta Bondar Tent Pavilion on the waterfront for some Canada Day fun.

Culture and shared diversity celebrated in Sudbury

Science North and the Sudbury Multicultural and Folk Arts Association held an event showcasing many cultures, traditions and tastes that make up their diverse city.

An Indigenous dance group from Manitoulin Island made up of people of all ages performed at the celebration with a strong message. (Alana Everson/CTV News Northern Ontario)

Hundreds of people show up for Canada Day party in Timmins

Hundreds of people lined up for free hot dogs and for fun in the suds in Hollinger Park in Timmins on Canada Day. The event was hosted by the City of Timmins and the Timmins Community Park Association.

A foam party was a hit during the Canada Day celebrations in Hollinger Park in Timmins. (Lydia Chubak/CTV News Northern Ontario)

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Culture and shared diversity celebrated in Sudbury

Science North and the Sudbury Multicultural and Folk Arts Association held an event showcasing many cultures, traditions and tastes that make up their diverse city.

Sudbury Wolves select two from Slovakia in CHL import draft

The Sudbury Wolves have selected two players from Slovakia in today’s 2022 CHL Import Draft.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 in Sudbury also held Canada Day celebrations.

There was music and dancing with everyone taking time to honour the dedication of those who fought for the freedoms we enjoy in Canada today at the legion.

Rainbow Board achieves 100 per cent certification in EcoSchools Canada

Rainbow District School Board declared a climate change emergency and made a commitment to have all of its schools EcoSchools Canada Certified by 2022. As the school year draws to a close, EcoSchools Canada has officially confirmed that the mission has been accomplished. RDSB is one of only two school boards in Canada to have achieved this distinction in the 2021-2022 school year.

New plasma drive in Sudbury begins for the summer season

In Greater Sudbury on Thursday, a Sirens For Life event was held. This two-month long national event is a challenge between first responders to see who can donate the most plasma.

North Bay

Canada Day means something different for everyone.

For Ukrainians who were able to flee from Russia's invasion into the country, Canada has become a safe haven.

Ukrainians Mariia Lysak, her daughter, Alisa, her brother, Viacheslav Borovyk, and his wife, Dariia Dr yhailo are celebrating their first Canada Day in North Bay. (Eric Taschner Photo)

June winner of Sudbury hospital's 50/50 draw takes home $557K

A North Bay woman is the winner of Health Sciences North's 50/50 draw for June.

Parry Sound suspect charged with attempted murder

A 28-year-old suspect in Parry Sound has been charged with attempted murder for an incident June 27.

New youth wellness initiative is planned for North Bay

Outloud North Bay is partnering with an organization known as "Lived Experience & Recovery Network" to kick-start a peer support training program for youth in Nipissing.

OPP crack down on commercial vehicle violations in North Bay

A recent crackdown by the Ontario Provincial Police in North Bay led to 145 offence notices in the area of Highway 11 in Timmins, Cochrane, Kapuskasing and Hearst.

Sault Ste. Marie

Canada Day celebrations at the Roberta Bondar Tent Pavilion

People in the Sault once again gathered at the Roberta Bondar Tent Pavilion on the waterfront for some Canada Day fun.

Sault Fire launches fire safety campaign for seniors

Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services is helping seniors protect themselves against fire. The Assisting Seniors Awareness Program or Project ASAP is focussed on those 65 or older, and still living independently.

Two people charged in Manitoulin murder case

While the main suspect still hasn’t been caught, two people have been charged in connection with a murder that took place June 24 on Manitoulin Island.

Trial begins in 2018 murder case in Elliot Lake

The trial of a man charged with first-degree murder in the death of an Elliot Lake man got underway this week in a Sault Ste. Marie courtroom.

PUC’s new state-of-the-art substation is now operational

Construction on PUC Services Inc.'s new state-of-the-art Substation 16 has officially been completed and the substation is now in operation in Sault Ste. Marie.

Timmins

Hundreds of people show up for Canada Day party in Timmins

Police say use caution and good judgement on Canada Day

The Timmins Police Service is issuing a public safety reminder to everyone celebrating the Canada Day holiday weekend.

Safe consumption site in Timmins ready to open Monday

With Health Canada's permission, street drugs can now be consumed inside Safe Health Site Timmins.

Timmins police say counterfeit $20 notes circulating in the area

Timmins police are warning the public that counterfeit money is circulating in the city.

Sudbury area Stanley Cup winner passes away at 82

Copper Cliff’s Jim Pappin, who scored the cup- winning goal for the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1967, died yesterday at the age of 82,

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Thousands of people wearing red and white and waiving Canadian flags packed downtown Ottawa to celebrate Canada's 155th birthday on Friday, while groups of protesters popped up around Parliament Hill to protest COVID-19 vaccines and federal restrictions.

Wellington Street in front of Parliament Hill on Friday evening, as Canadians celebrated Canada's 155th birthday. (Jeremie Charron/CTV News Ottawa)

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