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  Northern resources, the highlight of Ontario’s budget

  Continuing to put the region's critical mineral supply in the spotlight, northern Ontario and its critical mineral deposits are front and centre in the provincial government's 2023 budget. 5

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  Risk of a hard landing for Canadian economy is up, former Bank of Canada governor says

  Former Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz says Canada’s economy is at a greater risk of a 'hard landing' — a rapid economic slowdown following a period of growth and approaching a recession. 19

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  Mixed feelings, disappointment around the NHL pride night controversies

  Two NHL hockey players with northern Ontario roots find themselves in an unwelcomed spotlight after refusing to don pride-themed jerseys. 4

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  Millennials dominate insolvencies as credit card, student loan, CERB tax debts add up

  Insolvency trustee Doug Hoyes says millennial Canadians have been dealt a generational losing hand as they face student loans layered with bad debts from credit cards, high-interest loans, and post-pandemic tax debt from collecting CERB. 1

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  New survey suggests people should check receipts before leaving grocery stores

  A survey conducted by the Agri-Foods Analytic Lab at Dalhousie University asked more than fifty-five hundred Canadians whether or not they check their grocery store receipts and what do they find when they do so. 3

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  Hwy. 17 closed north of the Sault due to a crash

  A collision has completely closed part of Highway 17 north of the Sault at Frater Road before noon on Sunday.

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  Driver charged with impaired after crashing through fence in Gravenhurst, Ont.

  A Gravenhurst, Ont. man is facing impaired driving charges after a vehicle crashed into a fence early Sunday morning.

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  Comedian Russell Peters doesn't pull punches in climate of 'cancel culture,' 'political correctness'

  CTV W5 speaks with members of the comedy industry, including Russell Peters, for a wide-ranging look at how political correctness and 'cancel culture' has changed the world of stand-up comedy. 4

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  Singh 'not satisfied' with confidence-and-supply agreement, says he'd do a better job as PM

  NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he's 'not satisfied' with his party's confidence-and-supply agreement with the Liberals — signed a year ago this week — because it's shown him he could do a better job running the country than the current government. 36

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  'Horrible, horrible deals': Trump criticizes Biden's visit to Canada

  Former U.S. president Donald Trump shared his disdain for Joe Biden's visit to Canada, saying Prime Minister Justin Trudeau treats the U.S. ‘horribly’ on trade issues. 37

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  Ontario's 2022 Sunshine List is out. Who was the top earner?

  Ontario's so-called sunshine list is out and the three top paid public employees in the province are all at Ontario Power Generation.

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  Ontario changes eye exam eligibility for seniors under OHIP

  Ontario has reached a funding agreement with optometrists that increases some payments to them, but reduces some coverage for patients, including less frequent general eye exams for seniors.

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  Big names in the world of ski cross are in North Bay this weekend

  A major ski cross event is taking place in North Bay this weekend. 1

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  ‘It’s like a minefield’: Northern Ont. drivers frustrated with potholes as thousands appear on roads

  Just take a drive up and down Premier Road in North Bay and you will be able to tell the south end street has quite a pothole problem. 1

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  Sudbury police charge OPP sergeant with criminal harassment

  CTV News has learned an Ontario Provincial Police sergeant with 22 years of service has been charged in Sudbury with criminal harassment.

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  Did you hear the rumble in Sudbury Saturday?

  Many Sudburians heard loud crashes as the as the snow fell Saturday. 4

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  W5 Investigates

  'Canadians should be very concerned about their drinking water': W5 investigates asbestos cement pipes

  W5 investigates aging asbestos pipes across Canada and the potential health hazards if it ends up in your tap water. Watch W5's 'Something in the Water.' 1

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  Ontario to end program providing health care to uninsured residents

  The Ontario government will be ending a program that provides health-care services to uninsured people at the end of the month, something doctors say is extremely concerning for marginalized communities. 1

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  Canadians view own country favourably but many unsure about Canada's system of government: survey

  A recent study by the Angus Reid Institute found Canadians view their country more positively than Americans do, but only a slight majority of people in Canada believe their system of government is good.

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  'It was crazy': N.B. teen meets hockey idol Sidney Crosby thanks to Make-a-Wish

  A young cancer patient from New Brunswick recently had his wish granted and got to spend a day with his hockey hero, Sidney Crosby. 1

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  Ontario woman kicks off 'long shot' search for wedding dress after dad mistakenly donates it

  A woman in southern Ontario is making a plea to the public and kicking off a "long shot" search for her wedding dress after her father accidentally donated it earlier this year.

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  Putin says Russia will station tactical nukes in Belarus

  Russian President Vladimir Putin announced plans on Saturday to station tactical nuclear weapons in neighboring Belarus, a warning to the West as it steps up military support for Ukraine. 4

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  Most Canadians believe speeding tickets should be tied to income: poll

  A new survey conducted by Research Co. found that the majority of Canadians support tying speeding tickets to income, otherwise known as ‘progressive punishment.’

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  ‘A lucky man’: Sudbury stroke survivor shares his story

  Sean Gilroy, 36, faced an uncertain future after having a stroke but has now made what doctors are calling a remarkable recovery thanks to a ground-breaking procedure. 3

• Kapuskasing man charged with possession of online child sexual abuse material 4
• North Bay police looking for two men, say not to approach
• Wrong-way driver on Highway 11 charged in Bracebridge, Ont.
• One of 7 men charged in Elnaz Hajtamiri case to be released from custody 32
• Elliot Lake man charged for sending threats on social media
• Amazon, other retailers revamp 'free' shipping as costs soar
• Asylum seeker deal between U.S. and Canada won't stop drama at border, advocates say 4
• Ontario PC cabinet minister Merrilee Fullerton resigns 1
• Intel co-founder, philanthropist Gordon Moore dies at 94
• 'Everything is interwoven': Trudeau and Biden vow continued Canada-U.S. collaboration during historic visit 37
• Video shows moments client allegedly attacks Hamilton beauty salon worker 1
• Roof of Chelmsford home collapsed after garage fire spread 4
• Supreme court ruling allows for evidence from a northern Ont. unlawful spot check to be admitted in court 4
• Ontario crypto king kidnapped, tortured in an attempt to get millions in ransom, documents say 1
• 'I feel horrible': Ontario man denied theft coverage owes $55,000 for stolen truck 1
• Make sure to check your grocery bill, otherwise you may pay more: survey 2
• Restaurants and bars brace for biggest alcohol tax jump in 40 years
• Northern stargazers capture photos of the Aurora Borealis 7
• Asteroid to hurtle past Earth closer than the moon this weekend 1
• Utah bans kids from accessing social media during evening hours, without parent consent
• North Bay liquidation store aims to bring treasure hunts to discount shopping 1
• Ontario Government to expand pharmacists prescribing power this fall 3
• North Bay police charge Huntsville man in assault with brass knuckles
• Sudbury murder trial nears conclusion, closing arguments Monday 25
• Moose Factory holds a celebration more than 350 years in the making 2
• Sophie Gregoire Trudeau introduces Jill Biden to curling during Ottawa visit 37
• Vale shares mining industry plans for Greater Sudbury at chamber luncheon 2
• Police say North Bay suspect had $116K in drugs on him, $43K in cash
• Highlights of the Ontario government's budget 1
• Sudbury police highlight the dangers of stunt driving with lighthearted social media post
• M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island postpones election until May
• Cemetery running out of room, Sudbury OKs $4M expansion 6
• One person killed in Highway 11 crash near Matheson 4
• Opposition parties affirm call for interference inquiry, amid questions over MP Han Dong 11
• Ontario's summer forecast has been revealed. What to expect from June to September
• Woman receives free gift, but signs contract for $7,000 vacuum cleaner 1