Officials to educate homeless on fire hazards in tent and tarp encampments in Sudbury
There are serious concerns in Greater Sudbury about fire hazards and risks in the tent and tarp encampments around the city.
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There were 398 homeless people in Sudbury in October, 165 living in encampments
A survey conducted in Greater Sudbury in mid-October estimated the city's homeless population to be 398, including 165 people in encampments downtown.
Public Health Sudbury & Districts reports two more deaths, 137 new COVID-19 cases
Two more people have died in Greater Sudbury from COVID-related complications, Public Health Sudbury & Districts reported Monday. That brings the area's death toll to 42.
Lawyers for Laurentian, auditor general, get their day in court
Lawyers for Laurentian University and the auditor general of Ontario appeared before Superior Court Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz on Monday morning in an effort to resolve a dispute related to access to information.
Sudbury research group develops materials to help vaccine-hesitant
Laurentian University's Centre for Research in Occupational Safety and Health (CROSH) has started a new initiative that it hopes will help to bridge the gap in some conversations and build on community immunity.
North Bay
More enrolment at NOSM could solve doctor shortage in the north
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities would like to see higher enrolment at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine.
Family of three identified as victims in Strong Township house fire
Police have identified the three victims in the Nov. 29 house fire in Strong Township, near Sundridge.
North Bay police charge man and woman with attempted murder
Two people from North Bay have been charged with attempted murder in connection with an assault on Saturday morning.
Winter storm, snowfall warnings in effect for several communities across northern Ontario
Environment Canada has issued winter storm and snowfall warnings for several communities in the north.
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre warning public of multiple notorious holiday scams
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre is warning Canadians about the most pesky scams that float around during the holidays. There are 12 unique scams the anti-fraud centre wants you to watch out for.
Sault Ste. Marie
Sault paramedics, emergency services undergo suicide prevention training
Sault Ste. Marie paramedics have wrapped up training for suicide prevention, joining a list of other emergency service personnel in the city to do the same.
Love of the game keeps senior curlers playing
Flight delays added to the chaos at Community First Curling Centre in Sault Ste. Marie as teams taking part in the Canadian Seniors Curling Championship waited for equipment to arrive.
Winter storm, snowfall warnings in effect for several communities across northern Ontario
Environment Canada has issued winter storm and snowfall warnings for several communities in the north.
Global Fatbike Day in Sault Ste. Marie
Dec. 4 marks 'Global Fatbike Day' and the Sault Ste. Marie Cycling Club is encouraging local Fatbike enthusiasts to hit the trails.
Seniors curling tourney still a go in Sault Ste. Marie
The 2021 Canadian Senior Curling Championships in Sault Ste. Marie is still a go. However, in the face of a rapidly climbing COVID-19 case count, some events connected with the curling tournament have been cancelled.
Timmins
Timmins police investigating after body found
An investigation is underway after the body of a man was found in the backyard of a Timmins apartment building Sunday morning, police said.
Vendor Expo at Timmins Native Friendship Centre brings community closer to Indigenous roots
A vendor expo at the Timmins Native Friendship Centre on Sunday, gave people in the community an opportunity to buy authentic Indigenous handcrafted items such as moccasins, beaded jewellery and a variety of artwork.
Winter storm, snowfall warnings in effect for several communities across northern Ontario
Environment Canada has issued winter storm and snowfall warnings for several communities in the north.
YoMobile in Timmins serves 200 people a night on weekends
The 'YoMobile' has become a familiar sight in the Timmins City Hall parking lot every weekend in the cold months.
'Historic' meeting between northern First Nations and politicians wraps up in Timmins
Delegates from seven area First Nations and their Mushkegowuk Council met with the province's Indigenous affairs and environment ministers to discuss matters like treaty rights and the economic potential of the James Bay coast.
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Fatal collision closes Highway 69 between Key River and Parry Sound
Highway 69 is closed in both directions between Key River and Parry Sound following a fatal collision Monday evening.
Highway 69 closed between Highway 124 and Highway 522
Highway 69 is closed in both directions near Killarney due to a collision.
More enrolment at NOSM could solve doctor shortage in the north
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities would like to see higher enrolment at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine.
Sault paramedics, emergency services undergo suicide prevention training
Sault Ste. Marie paramedics have wrapped up training for suicide prevention, joining a list of other emergency service personnel in the city to do the same.
Officials to educate homeless on fire hazards in tent and tarp encampments in Sudbury
There are serious concerns in Greater Sudbury about fire hazards and risks in the tent and tarp encampments around the city.
Public Health Sudbury & Districts reports two more deaths, 137 new COVID-19 cases
Two more people have died in Greater Sudbury from COVID-related complications, Public Health Sudbury & Districts reported Monday. That brings the area's death toll to 42.
Family of three identified as victims in Strong Township house fire
Police have identified the three victims in the Nov. 29 house fire in Strong Township, near Sundridge.
There were 398 homeless people in Sudbury in October, 165 living in encampments
A survey conducted in Greater Sudbury in mid-October estimated the city's homeless population to be 398, including 165 people in encampments downtown.
Lawyers for Laurentian, auditor general, get their day in court
Lawyers for Laurentian University and the auditor general of Ontario appeared before Superior Court Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz on Monday morning in an effort to resolve a dispute related to access to information.
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Travellers who've forgotten to use ArriveCan app can now give details at the border
Travellers who can't access the government's ArriveCan app, or simply forget to fill it out, may start to receive some clemency at the border after Canada's public safety minister gave new instructions to border officials to allow people to provide their travel details in person.
With the new Omicron variant, should you wait to get your booster shot?
While questions remain about the effectiveness of current vaccines in protecting against the new Omicron COVID-19 variant, experts insist that anyone who is eligible should still get their booster shot.
Document calling on feds to 'apprehend' unvaccinated is fake, Ontario officials say
A document circulating online about 'apprehending' unvaccinated people in Ontario is fake and has been sent to police for investigation, the government says.
Canadian travellers at quarantine facilities report poor conditions, long waits
As Canada strengthens its travel restrictions amid the rise of the Omicron variant, frustration and confusion is ensuing for travellers stuck at quarantine facilities, many of whom are reporting inadequate conditions and poor communication from officers.
Potential turkey shortage on Christmas from B.C. flooding, supply-chain issues
Experts warn that supply-chain issues across the country could threaten the availability of a Christmas dinner staple: turkey.
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Remembering the victims of the Montreal mass shooting
Tributes were held for the 32nd anniversary of Montreal’s Polytechnique mass shooting. CTV’s Vanessa Lee reports.
Aung San Suu Kyi loses court verdict
The ousted leader of Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi, has lost the first in a series of verdicts that could see her jailed for life. CTV’s Richard Madan reports.
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Remembering the victims of the Montreal mass shooting
Tributes were held for the 32nd anniversary of Montreal’s Polytechnique mass shooting. CTV’s Vanessa Lee reports.
Inside look at lives of Royal brothers, wives in new book
Biographer Christopher Andersen examines fraught relationships and more in his new book, 'Brothers & Wives'.
Italian artists paint Banksy inspired murals in Milan
Italian artists pay homage to Banksy with murals in Milan. CTV’s Paul Workman reports.
Halifax Explosion: Remembering victims on 104th anniversary
Raptors superfan to be played by actor Kal Penn in new movie
Christmas-decaled car a staple for holidays in N.B.
A Christmas-decorated car in Saint John has become a holiday icon in N.B. CTV’s Todd Battis reports.
Solar eclipse brings minutes of darkness to Antarctic summer
Video released by NASA shows a total solar eclipse as seen from Western Antarctica on Dec. 4.
AGO holds exhibit of Indigenous artist Robert Houle
An exhibit of Indigenous artist Robert Houle’s work is being held at the Art Gallery of Ontario. Donna Sound reports.
