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Habs star goalie Price moving to B.C., selling home in Montreal

Months after a knee injury put Montreal goaltender Carey Price off the ice for the 2023 season, the Price family says they're preparing to leave the province.

Ukrainian kids find cellphone signal on hill, set up makeshift school

On a bleak, windswept hillside in northeast Ukraine, three young boys recently discovered a cell phone signal, something difficult to find in their region since Russia invaded their country. and they've set up a makeshift school around the signal.
How to get over the 'mental hurdle' of being active in the winter

When the cold and snow have people hunkering down, these outdoor enthusiasts find motivation in braving the Canadian winter through community and sport.

Father pushing Manitoba to follow Ontario, Saskatchewan in screening for CMV

Roughly one in 200 babies born in Canada today will have congenital cytomegalovirus, a virus that can lead to hearing loss, intellectual disability or vision loss. But with only two provinces screening newborns for CMV, one father is asking other health-care systems to do more.
Actress and former senator Viola Leger, best known as La Sagouine, dies at 92

Actress, teacher and former senator Viola Leger has died at the age of 92. A release from management company Le Grenier musique says Leger died Saturday in Dieppe, New Brunswick.

Health Canada sticks with Evusheld despite U.S. FDA dropping the COVID drug

Health Canada says it will continue to recommend COVID-19 prevention drug, Evulsheld, despite U.S. FDA pulling back its emergency use authorization due to concerns around its efficacy against Omicron subvariant 'Kraken.'
Canadian university faculty getting older, more female compared to 50 years ago: StatCan

Canadian university professors are mostly older and increasingly more female compared to 50 years ago, a new report from Statistics Canada has found.

Germany won't be a 'party to the war' amid tanks exports to Ukraine: Ambassador

The German ambassador to Canada says Germany will not become 'a party to the conflict' in Ukraine, despite it and several other countries announcing they'll answer President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's pleas for tanks, possibly increasing the risk of Russian escalation.
Canadian Hyundai vehicles unaffected by theft issue in the U.S., company says

Hyundai cars in Canada don't have the same anti-theft issue compared to those in the United States, a company spokesperson says, following reports that two American auto insurers are refusing to write policies for older models.

Some U.S. auto insurers are refusing to cover some Hyundai and Kia models

Progressive and State Farm, two of America's largest auto insurers, are refusing to write policies in certain cities for some older Hyundai and Kia models that have been deemed too easy to steal, according to one of the insurance companies and media reports.
Border agencies in Canada, U.S. detail how new Nexus trusted traveller plan will work
See how Amsterdam built a massive underwater bike-parking facility
Judge sentences former PQ MNA Harold LeBel to 8 months in jail for sexual assault
High-profile Canadian pairs skating coach guilty of sex assault, gross indecency
Asteroid coming exceedingly close to Earth, but will miss
Teachers are lining up for a ChatGPT detector created by this 22-year-old in Toronto
Brothers killed by avalanche while heli-skiing in southeastern B.C.
Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes
Concern over NYC police filming of people leaving Drake show
Man who illegally excavated dinosaur footprints in Northern B.C. sentenced to 25 days in jail
Low-risk alcohol guidance sparks debate as drinkers start examining habits, evidence
What you need to know about contributing to your TFSA this year
Jacinda Ardern's resignation resonates for women in power
These are the top 20 fastest-growing jobs in Canada for 2023: LinkedIn
Tips for saving at the grocery store as food inflation in Canada continues to soar
Tips on shady finances 'may not get investigated' amid police constraints, RCMP note says
Canada marks National Ribbon Skirt Day, inspired by 10-year-old Saskatchewan girl
Which TikTok sleeping hacks will actually get you a good night's rest? An expert weighs in
Steps to make sure you're ready for your next financial emergency
Why some Canadians are switching to a plant-based diet in the new year

Northern Ontario Articles

Family in remote northern Ont. reeling after daughter killed in fire, home destroyed

A family in the remote community of Peawanuck, Ont., is dealing not only with the death of their young daughter, but the loss of everything they owned in a Jan. 28 house fire.
Suspect was asleep behind the wheel, bag of coke in their lap, Sault police say

Two people discovered asleep in a vehicle in Sault Ste. Marie on Jan. 30 were found with weapons and more than $175,000 in illegal drugs, Sault police said Monday.
3.7 kilos of cocaine seized in northern Ontario by provincial guns and gangs unit

A joint forces drug trafficking investigation in northern Ontario has resulted in three people charged and drugs, cash and a vehicle being seized.
Moosonee woman charged with assaulting young person

A 35-year-old Moosonee woman is facing criminal charges after police responded to a young person's call about an assault earlier this month. 4
Provincial pre-budget consultations held in Sudbury

The Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs was in Sudbury on Monday. Members are travelling across the province gathering in-person input as part of 2023 pre-budget consultations.
'24,' 'Runaways' actor Annie Wersching has died at 45

Actor Annie Wersching, best known for playing FBI agent Renee Walker in the series '24' and providing the voice for Tess in the video game 'The Last of Us' has died. She was 45.
Supply chain pressures, startup delays hike budget for Sault Downtown Plaza to $11.6M

Meeting on Monday, city councillors in Sault Ste. Marie will be asked to approve another budget increase for the Downtown Plaza project. 3
U.S. mom convicted of killing her infant twins

A Missouri mother who reported that her infant twins were stillborn has been convicted of manslaughter. Maya Caston, 28, was convicted of second-degree involuntary manslaughter and two counts of child endangerment.
Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Hull dies at 84

Bobby Hull once proudly said that he played the way he lived -- straightforward. The Hockey Hall of Famer, who electrified fans through the 1960s and 70s, died on Monday at the age of 84. Hull played for the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks before a jump to the Winnipeg Jets of the upstart World Hockey Association in 1972, a move that led to lawsuits but ultimately higher salaries for hockey players. 1
Driver receives 24 traffic tickets in less than 24 hours

A southern Ontario driver operating a commercial motor vehicle based in Edmonton, Alta. has been charged with 24 Highway Traffic Act offences in a 24-hour period before the vehicle was removed from service in northern Ontario.
Stolen dirt bike investigation leads Sault police to illegal firearms

Three people in Sault Ste. Marie are facing weapons and other charges after a stolen dirt bike investigation led police to the prohibited guns.
Police investigating arson on Manitoulin Island

Police on Manitoulin Island are investigating a suspected arson on Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory.
Lisa Loring, original Wednesday Addams actress, dead at 64

Lisa Loring, best known as the first actress to play Wednesday Addams in the original 'The Addams Family' sitcom, has died at the age of 64.
Annual survey shows how northern colleges are performing

The latest results of Colleges Ontario’s annual survey, looking at 2020-2021 graduates, have been released. It looks at graduation and employment rates, as well as graduate and employer satisfaction, allowing schools to gauge how they are doing and highlighting where improvement is needed. 5
25 vehicles towed, dozens of tickets issued as rally marks one-year anniversary of 'Freedom Convoy' in Ottawa

OPS and Ottawa Bylaw officers issued 244 parking tickets and towed 25 vehicles in downtown Ottawa this weekend, as people gathered marked the one-year anniversary of the 'Freedom Convoy'. 2
One of Canada's 'most wanted' arrested in Mexico for alleged pimping and sexual offences

A Laval, Que. man considered one of Canada's most wanted criminals has been arrested in Mexico on allegations of pimping and serious sexual offences. A Canada-wide warrant was for Blake Charbonneau's arrest last year, with a reward of up to $50,000 offered last year for information that could lead to his capture. 1
Singh meeting with Trudeau about private health care ahead of sitdown with premiers

Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he will sit down with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this afternoon to discuss private health care ahead of next week's summit with premiers. 31
What would it mean if WHO declares the COVID-19 global emergency over?

Monday could mark a major milestone in the history of the COVID-19 pandemic, as the World Health Organization stands poised to decide whether or not to declare an end to the global public health emergency. 4
Greater Sudbury apartment fire leaves one in hospital, 30 displaced

An apartment fire in Greater Sudbury Saturday evening has left one man in critical condition and displaced 30 residents. 1
Former Mississauga, Ont. mayor Hazel McCallion dies at 101

Former Mississauga, Ont. mayor Hazel McCallion, nicknamed 'Hurricane Hazel,' has died. She was 101 years old. Premier Doug Ford said McCallion died peacefully at her home early Sunday morning. 24
Russian teen faces years in jail over social media post criticizing war in Ukraine

A Russian teenager must wear an ankle bracelet while she is under house arrest after she was charged over social media posts that authorities say discredit the Russian army and justify terrorism.
'COVID is not done,' Canadian infectious disease expert says ahead of WHO announcement

While RSV and flu cases steadily decline in Canada, the World Health Organization is set to announce on Monday whether it still considers COVID-19 a global health emergency, but one infectious disease specialist says we still need to keep an eye on the coronavirus. 4
W5 EXCLUSIVE
Interviewing a narco hitman: my journey into Mexico's cartel heartland

W5 goes deep into the narco heartland to interview a commander with one of Mexico's most brutal cartels. 5
Soon-to-be Ontario NDP leader Marit Styles visits Timmins

Soon-to-be Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles visited Timmins Saturday to speak with media and supporters about her plans to support northern communities at Queens Park. 2
'Armed and dangerous' suspect may still be in North Bay, police say
Mississauga-based dermatologist awarded Sault Ste. Marie's Medal of Merit for 2022 1
Protests planned this weekend in North Bay to mark the anniversary of the ‘Freedom Convoy’ 1
Extreme cold alerts issued for northern Ontario 2
Saving Laurentian University's green space 3
Custom clothing company from the Sault gets a new ultramodern piece of equipment with help from the province
Majority of affordable homes approved under federal program not yet constructed
State-of-the-art healthcare complex officially coming to Moosonee 1
North Bay, Ont., woman was discriminated against when she was fired, tribunal rules
CRA head says it 'wouldn't be worth the effort' to review all ineligible pandemic payments
Timmins police say stunt driving suspect threatened them with bear spray
Sudbury woman killed when snowmobile goes through ice 5
North Bay city councillor wants city to switch to a ward system 1
Ukrainian newcomers experience Sudbury hockey game for the first time 1
Pressure of sports can lead to mental health challenges 1
Sault launches parking survey to determine usage, parking habits and needs 1
Six charged, $20K in drugs seized in Iroquois Falls bust 3
Helping northern youth resolve and manage conflict 1
Water main break reduces section of Great Northern Road to one land
Show goes on for North Bay theatre despite not having a home 3
Victim identified in fatal hit-and-run on Highway 17 1
Progress being made in Eagle's Nest mine in Ring of Fire 2
North Bay family’s Dominican trip in limbo due to passport delay 1
Clients may have received used needles, Sudbury, Ont., harm reduction group says 1
Busy Sault intersection could be getting a makeover 1
Levack residents voice snow removal concerns 1
Sault Ste. Marie company fined $60K after worker fell 28 feet inside a furnace
SPC Nickel signs deal with Vale to consolidate, develop Sudbury-area nickel-copper deposits
Northern leaders push for action on health care, housing at ROMA conference 1
Former North Bay Battalion coach/GM takes over in Erie
Timmins Fire Department sends bunker gear to Ukraine 1
Moosonee celebrating ground breaking on new health care centre 4
Manitoulin man charged with murder in fatal shooting last year 4
Push is on to raise $19M for new Wiikwemkoong long-term care home 4
'Time to part ways' Levack woman says after ongoing city snow removal problems 1
Sault woman charged with impaired driving, drove into fatal crash scene 1

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