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New York Times Nanaimo Bar recipe sparks mixed reaction from Canadians

One of Canada’s most famous dessert treats, the Nanaimo Bar, was recently featured in the New York Times' online cooking page, and has subsequently sparked a playful online debate about its authenticity among Canadians.

Banff photographer captures the beauty of Alberta's wild ice

A Banff photographer's photos are gaining popularity online after he posted photos of 'wild skating' in the Rockies.
Why parts of Canada are seeing the northern lights more often and farther south

The elusive northern lights have suddenly become easier to see in southern parts of Canada's prairies thanks to what experts are saying is an increase in solar activity.

Hatching experience for bird nerds: Southern Alberta company planning to expand Canada-wide

What started as a fun and educational side business may soon be going national.
Dilapidated garage hits the Toronto housing market for $729,000

A dilapidated garage with no bedrooms, bathrooms or kitchen in Toronto’s fired up housing market is selling for an eye-watering $729,000.

Caught on camera: Anti-maskers berate staff at Vancouver pizzeria, appear to rough up teenager

Charges have been recommended against two men following a heated exchange over masks at a Vancouver pizza restaurant that ended with a teenage customer getting roughed up.
'Degrassi: The Next Generation' star Jahmil French dead at 29

Jahmil French, who is best known for his role as Dave Turner in teen series Degrassi: The Next Generation, has died.

A look at the mixed messages and confusion surrounding the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine

Federal officials stress the fact Canada now has three vaccines that can drive down hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19.
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What makes AstraZeneca different? Your COVID-19 vaccine questions answered

CTVNews.ca posed reader questions to infectious disease experts to get answers on the many uncertainties surrounding COVID-19 vaccines and the rollout across Canada.

Toronto man finds hundreds of his grandparents’ touching love letters from 1940s

It was a true Canadian love story, which started when William and Doreen Lewis were 15 years old.
A glimpse inside Canada's 'sinister' horse meat industry
Toronto family needs your help surprising woman for her 106th birthday
Feeling burned out by the pandemic? Resilience expert offers tips
Woman taken to hospital after her vehicle collides with freight train near Timmins
Small Laurentian University program fights for survival ahead of expected cuts
Two Belleville police officers charged with assault following September arrest: SIU
Puppy born with six legs is a 'miracle,' vet hospital says
Judge bans enforcement of Biden's 100-day deportation pause
'They wouldn't do anything': Indigenous woman who lost baby alleges negligence, racism in B.C. hospitals
Seal found scooting through P.E.I. neighbourhood gets ride in police cruiser
Disney Plus makes a play for adult viewers with launch of Star
Pattie Lovett-Reid: Novice investors, this blog is for you
Consumed by conspiracy: How so many fall down the rabbit hole
Alaska woman using outhouse attacked by bear, from below
The new slang teens use to insult boys who are 'too nice' to girls
'You're not alone': A Sask. woman shares her sobriety story as alcohol intake rises during the pandemic
'I can still make a few shots,' Glenn Howard reflects on love of curling before heading to Brier
Piece of Kitchener technology lands on Mars on Perseverance rover
Pattie Lovett-Reid: You can live at home for retirement, but you have to plan today
This Mohawk woman has been fighting the feds to get her status for 20 years

Northern Ontario Articles

Sudbury school switching to online learning following additional COVID-19 case

A Sudbury school has been closed for the coming week following the confirmation of an additional case of COVID-19.
Northern environmentalists out with new documentary

A new locally produced documentary is hoping to shine a spotlight on the importance of a rare ecosystem in northeastern Ontario.
New option for farm fresh eggs

Pine Ridge Acres in Powassan is launching a rent-a-coop program to give people the option of farm fresh eggs in their own backyard.
Northern Ontario mayors hold virtual meeting

The mayors of Sudbury, Sault St. Marie, North Bay, Timmins and Thunder Bay gathered virtually to discuss issues affecting the region.
Cochrane company making Virtual Reality for astronauts

The Cochrane-based tech company is researching how simulating Earth-bound activities can help improve astronauts' mental health while on board the International Space Station (ISS) — and eventually during long-distance space travel. 1
Collège Notre-Dame in Sudbury closed following second COVID case

The French Catholic school board in Sudbury has closed Collège Notre-Dame after a second individual at the school tested positive for COVID-19.
Ontario records highest number of new COVID-19 cases in more than three weeks

Ontario is reporting the highest number of new COVID-19 cases in more than three weeks. 25
Vaccine passport for international travel 'very live' discussion among G7 countries: Hajdu

As countries continue to vaccinate larger segments of their populations, federal Health Minister Patty Hajdu says that discussions about introducing some form of vaccine passport are 'very live' among the G7 countries. 14
COVID-19 pandemic prompts recent newcomers to leave Canada for their home countries

The economic and life disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted some recent immigrants to leave Canada and return to their countries of origin, where they have more social and family connections.
Rouhani: Iran ready to take steps when U.S. lifts sanctions

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday his country was prepared to take steps to live up to measures in the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers as soon as the United States lifts economic sanctions on Iran.
China tells Biden to reverse 'dangerous practice' on Taiwan

China's foreign minister warned the Biden administration on Sunday to roll back former U.S. President Donald Trump's 'dangerous practice' of showing support for Taiwan, the island democracy claimed by Beijing as its own territory.
Swiss on course to ban face coverings in public

Swiss voters delivered their verdict Sunday on a proposal to ban face coverings, both the niqabs and burqas worn by a few Muslim women in the country and the ski masks and bandannas used by protesters. A projection after polls closed pointed to a very close result.
New Iceland: Drawing parallels between the COVID-19 pandemic and smallpox

While the world is set to get vaccinated against COVID-19, some historians see it as a reminder of the smallpox epidemic that devastated one Manitoba community 145 years ago. 1
Canadian company using shipping containers to help overwhelmed hospitals

An Ontario woman left her construction company during the pandemic to build portable medical facilities out of shipping containers to help take the burden off hospitals struggling with capacity challenges. 1
Sault family's skating chickens a hit among neighbours

It's not unusual to find backyard rinks in the north, but the same can't be said for chickens joining in. 1
Sudbury pools and arenas closed amongst new COVID-19 restrictions

As it prepares for more COVID-19 restrictions from the province, the City of Greater Sudbury said its implementing restrictions of its own to curb the latest spread.
BREAKING
Public Health confirms Variant of Concern in Timmins

The Porcupine Health Unit (PHU) says the Feb. 12 case previously identified as a possible variant of concern has been confirmed as the region’s first official case.
Northern Ontario MPP launches petition to ban Retirement Home PPE Charges

Nickel Belt MPP and NDP Health Critic France Gélinas has launched a petition to Ban Retirement Home PPE Charges. 1
Outbreak declared at École Alliance St-Joseph in Greater Sudbury

Public Health Sudbury and Districts has declared an outbreak at École Alliance St-Joseph after a second individual at the school tested positive for COVID-19.
Police investigate use of laser pointer on aircrafts departing Sudbury

Police are investigating two instances where a green flashing laser was pointed at aircrafts departing the Sudbury airport.
Snow sculptures popping up around North Bay

The City of North Bay is holding a snow sculpture contest to encourage residents to get outside and get creative. 1
Police investigating fatal collision near Englehart

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) from the Temiskaming detachment are investigating a fatal collision that took place Saturday morning on Highway 11 north of Englehart.
Northerners decry LifeLabs backlog, politicians step in

A frustrating online-only booking system; weeks spent waiting for an appointment with little communication from staff; more than half-hour waits in the cold.
Sault rotary club feeling fundraising pinch

The club, which has been operating in the Sault for more than 100 years, continues to adapt to a changing fundraising environment due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 1
Greater Sudbury moves into COVID red zone Monday, North Bay lockdown ends
Mobile COVID testing being rolled out in Sudbury schools 1
Are you lonely or alone? Experts say some Canadians not getting enough time by themselves amid COVID-19
Northern Ontario Mining Showcase begins Monday
Hanmer resident wins Sudbury Dream Home 1
March is fraud prevention month, and experts warn of COVID-19 scams
Broken elevator a hardship for residents at Sudbury seniors building 1
North Bay reacts to moving out of COVID lockdown
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School in Greater Sudbury
Timmins toddler turning heads with her snowmobile skills
Groups in Sudbury eligible for COVID vaccine can enter lottery to receive their shot
Sudbury records 30 new COVID infections Friday, the second-highest since pandemic began
North Bay Police still committed to solving 10-year-old missing person case
Teen girl among 9 more victims accusing Newmarket doctor of sexual assault
Ontario releases new detailed list of those eligible for COVID-19 vaccine in Phase 2 27
Northerner charged with drunk driving after crashing snowmobile into ice hut
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson 33
Why your eyes may likely be feeling pandemic fatigue 1
Timmins firefighters battle blaze at South Porcupine home 1
North Bay woman accused in alleged murder plot
North Bay airsoft business fighting Liberals' Bill C-21 on guns 1
Ontario releases new detailed list of those eligible for COVID-19 vaccine in Phase 2 27
Here's what can reopen when Toronto and Peel Region go into the grey zone 27
Walter Gretzky, father of hockey legend Wayne, dies at 82 12
Woman almost loses $580 after money order reported lost by Canada Post 1
Little damage from huge Pacific quake; tsunami threat passes 1
Toronto family claims their home is left a mess despite paying $140,000 in renovations 1
Ontario man charged with first-degree murder in shooting of ex-girlfriend seven months ago 3
Why blood type A may increase COVID-19 risk 3
North Bay and Parry Sound COVID lockdown to end Monday
Ontario doctor's tweets about COVID-19 deemed 'inappropriate' and 'unprofessional' by regulator
Another Trump on the ballot? Lara Trump eyes Senate seat
$800M class-action lawsuit launched against RBC over vacation and holiday pay
Sault woman fails in bid to have her 12 cats returned to her
Sudbury adds another 16 new COVID cases Thursday
Greater Sudbury turns down unsanctioned homeless shelter's latest proposal 5

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