Timmins health unit reports 16 new COVID-19 cases Thursday
The area covered by the Porcupine Health Unit continues to struggle to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, with another 16 cases reported Thursday.
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Tenaris Algoma increasing COVID-19 testing
After several cases of COVID-19 at Tenaris Algoma Tubes in Sault Ste. Marie, the company is stepping up its COVID management program.
Northern business support rapid COVID-19 testing
The province is opening an online portal where businesses can request rapid COVID-19 testing kits and interest is high across northern Ont.
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CRA says it had 'two to three times' as many people calling with tax queries in 2021 tax season
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) says it has received a significantly higher volume of calls from taxpayers this tax season compared to a year ago and, as a result, wait times to access services have also increased.
Accountants, politicians call on Canada Revenue Agency to delay income tax deadline
The federal government has not extended the April 30 tax deadline for 2020 returns, and accountants say that’s leaving some Canadians in a lurch.
Filing 2020 taxes late could lead to months of delays for COVID-19 financial aid, says CRA
With income tax deadlines approaching, the federal government is warnings that filing late could mean delays of up to two months for anyone hoping to receive any of the various COVID-19 financial relief benefits.
Why doctors, advocates are calling for permanent paid sick days for Canadian workers
Worker and patient advocates in multiple provinces are calling for permanent paid sick days, arguing that the federal COVID-19 sick leave benefit has too many restrictions for lower-income, precarious and migrant workers.
Sickness benefit available, feds willing to help provinces vaccinate: PM Trudeau
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reminding front-line workers about the availability of a federal sick leave benefit, and is offering premiers more help to speed up their vaccine rollouts as the country faces a third major surge in new cases.
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Sudbury groups work to preserve Laurentian University greenspace
Two groups have set up networks to protect trails and prime property that is part of Laurentian University.
Sault tourism business ready for a busy summer, despite pandemic
Despite the state of the tourism industry due to COVID-19, a new tourism business in Sault Ste. Marie is looking to the future with optimism.
Ontario appealing $2.1M settlement awarded to Sudbury widow, but wants to keep reasons secret
After not defending the original lawsuit, the Province of Ontario is appealing a $2.1 million settlement awarded to Sudbury widow Faye Campeau earlier this year.
Bricks spill onto Sudbury roadway, snarling traffic
A trailer carrying bricks lost its load Thursday afternoon along the Lasalle Extension.
Ontario extends stay-at-home order for an additional two weeks
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced that the provincewide stay-at-home-order will be extended for an additional two weeks, saying the move will help deliver the "most normal July and August possible."
Ford to keep golf courses closed amid cries for outdoor activities to return
Golf courses across Ontario will remain closed until June 2 at the earliest amidst pressure to reopen outdoor activities.
Federal government provides $2M to create summer jobs for students in Sudbury
The federal government is providing $2 million to employers in the Sudbury area, Sudbury MP Paul Lefebvre said in a news release Thursday.
Tiny Township man’s ‘surreal’ $5 million lottery win
A drive home took a “surreal” turn when a Tiny Township man's pit stop turned into a $5 million jackpot.
Ontario will begin vaccinating students ages 12 to 17 and their families at the end of May
At Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s announcement of the two week extension to the provincewide stay-home-order, he said this time will be dedicated to vaccinating as many teachers and students as possible.
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Canada unlikely to follow U.S. approach to easing COVID-19 masking rules: doctor
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks outdoors and in most indoor settings, but one of Canada's top public health officials suggests a different approach would be taken here.
Israeli tanks pound Gaza ahead of possible ground incursion
Israeli artillery pounded northern Gaza early Friday in an attempt to destroy a vast network of militant tunnels inside the territory, the military said, bringing the front lines closer to dense civilian areas and paving the way for a potential ground invasion.
Post-COVID-19 syndrome: New diagnosis for long-haulers' mood disorders, cognitive impairment
Patients diagnosed with post-COVID-19 syndrome, or so-called COVID-19 'long-haulers', may experience symptoms such as mood disorders, fatigue and cognitive impairment that can make it difficult to return to normal life, according to a recent study.
Greyhound Canada to cut all routes, end operations
Greyhound Canada is permanently cutting all bus routes across the country, shutting down the intercity bus carrier's operations in Canada after nearly a century of service.
'Tremendous imbalance': Some Indigenous people are waiting years for their status cards
Indigenous people applying for their Secure Certificate of Indian Status card are waiting years to receive it, even though the government says processing should take eight to 12 weeks.
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UCP caucus chair quits, calls for Kenney to resign
Dissent from within the United Conservative Party has reached new heights with a call from within caucus for Premier Jason Kenney to resign.
Burying the dead as Middle East violence continues
After another night of violence, Israelis and Palestinians bury their dead. CTV's Joyce Napier reports.
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Physical distancing circles return to popular Toronto park
Crews painted distancing circles throughout Toronto's popular Trinity Bellwoods Park for yet another summer to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Iconic Alberta saloon built in 1913 can be yours for $925K
The Last Chance Saloon is listed for $925K and comes complete with historic artifacts, tall tales, ghost stories and no end of lore.
Underwater lot in San Francisco on sale for $90,000
One San Francisco realtor is hoping to cash in on an underwater investment.
Illinois boy builds world's tallest popsicle stick structure
Ellen DeGeneres confirms she's ending her talk show in 2022
Ellen DeGeneres is ending her hit talk show after allegations of running a toxic workplace.
28-year-old pretends to be student for Instagram followers
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NASA's Voyager 1 probe has detected a deep space 'hum'
A new study reveals that NASA's Voyager 1 probe has detected a 'persistent hum' coming from interstellar space billions of kilometres away.
