Ont. child dies in head-on collision, seven others injured
A seven-year-old child has died following a head-on collision that injured seven others near Orangeville, Ont. on Monday night.
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Multiple dogs left in hot cars over weekend in Wasaga Beach: OPP
Police in Wasaga Beach say four dogs were left unattended in vehicles "during very hot temperatures" over the weekend, prompting a reminder from the OPP about the dangers and consequences of the mistreatment.
G2 driver charged with speeding 56km/h over the limit in Mono
A provincial police officer in Dufferin County had "56 reasons" to stop a G2 driver travelling along Highway 10, police say.
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The wait is over for the official grand opening of the Orillia Recreation Centre
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Horses help heal grieving children
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Famous musician touched by stranger's act of kindness while visiting Toronto
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Barrie man accused of driving more than 2x the limit on city streets
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Barrie man dies in single-vehicle collision in Oro-Medonte
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Barrie road closed until 2023 for new GO rail expansion
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New trial granted to Barrie man convicted of second-degree murder
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Innisfil teen arrested after disturbance leaves two others injured
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The wait is over for the official grand opening of the Orillia Recreation Centre
The hub of recreation in Orillia is having its official opening Friday.
Horses help heal grieving children
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Cadets from Blackdown were at Six Mile Lake learning how to handle canoes in all conditions.
Doggy dream stay-cation in Stayner
The Ruff Mudder Canine Obstacle Adventure adds two things to your dog's life that they desperately want: to spend a full day with you, in the mud.
New aquatic chair making dreams a reality in New Tecumseth
An aquatic wheelchair was added recently to the Alliston Rotary Pool.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro for Hospice Simcoe
Kathleen Doherty is travelling to Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro to summit the Uhuru Peak in September.
Edenvale Aerodrome hosts open house this weekend
The Edenvale Aerodrome is holding an open house Saturday, where a full-size replica of the Avro Arrow will be on display.
Midland charity golf tournament gets new name for annual tee-off
Golfers hit the greens for the return of an annual charity golf tournament in Midland.
Collingwood's new playground features accessible attractions
The final installation of Collingwood’s park play structures is being completed this week, and the rubberized surface will soon follow.
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Daycares have two weeks left to opt into $10 a day program. Here is where things stand
About 60 per cent of Toronto’s non-profit childcare centres have opted into the federal government’s $10 a day program ahead of a Sept. 1 deadline but the uptake among for-profit centres has lagged behind.
Ontario health minister says health-care access through OHIP won't change
Ontarians will not have to pay out of pocket for health-care services, the province's health minister said Thursday, a day after she came under fire for refusing to rule out further privatization in the system.
Ontario tables 'strong mayor' legislation. Here's what you need to know
The mayors of Toronto and Ottawa will be granted sweeping new powers which will give them sole responsibility for preparing the municipal budget for council approval as well the ability to hire and fire department heads as they see fit and veto some decisions made by councillors.
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Ontario condo owners furious after being hit with $20,000 special assessment
A community of about 200 townhouse condominium units has been told that $3.5 million is needed for renovations and individual unit owners will have to pay their share.
New tax credits being introduced in Ontario. Check to see if you're eligible
The Ontario government is planning to move forward with several tax credits that could provide hundreds of dollars per year to residents.
Aging condos in Ontario will need expensive repairs in the future, report finds
A recent research report released by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries found that condo boards should be making sure there are enough reserve funds being budgeted to help pay for expensive repairs in the future.
Ontario woman scammed out of $11,000 by Texas psychic she met on TikTok
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Ontario parents to get another payout in 2022 budget
Parents may get direct payments from the Ontario government yet again this year. This will be the fourth payout to parents since Premier Doug Ford took office in 2018.
Canadian propane costs soar due to supply chain issues
Canadian homeowners who use propane to heat their homes will have to pay a lot more to stay warm this winter.
Housing correction in Toronto could end up becoming 'one of the deepest of the past half a century,' RBC warns
A housing correction which has already led to four consecutive months of price declines in the previously overheated Greater Toronto Area market could end up becoming 'one of the deepest of the past half a century,' a new report from RBC warns.
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Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet accused of sexual assault in class-action lawsuit
Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet is accused of sexual assault in documents tabled in Superior Court Tuesday related to a class-action lawsuit against the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Quebec. The allegations against Ouellet are part of a series of claims made against clergy members that are included in two class-action lawsuits against the church that have been authorized by a judge.
Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns
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B.C. man among first approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program still waiting for compensation
A B.C. man, who was among the first Canadians approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program, says he is frustrated with the length of time it is taking to receive compensation.
Lead investigator in N.S. mass shooting says he stands by political interference accusations
The senior Mountie who made allegations of political meddling in the investigation into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting defended his position to members of parliament Tuesday.
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The next time the Bank of Canada raises interest rates on the scheduled date of September 7, 2022, it could potentially trigger a recession. Although there may be a chance that we don’t enter into a recession and the BoC is still hoping for a soft landing, it’s best to be prepared. Contributor Christopher Liew explains how.
First possible case of human-to-dog monkeypox transmission 'not surprising,' WHO says
The first possible case of human-to-dog transmission of monkeypox -- recently reported in a couple and their pet in Paris -- had been a theoretical risk up till now, said Dr. Rosamund Lewis, technical lead on the monkeypox response for the World Health Organization.
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Baby rocker, swing recalled over strangulation hazard
Two infant products, manufactured by baby gear company 4moms, are being recalled due to strangulation hazards, according to a consumer product notice issued by Health Canada.
Canada's inflation rate slows in July despite price gains in food, rent, travel
Canada's year-over-year inflation rate slowed to 7.6 per cent in July, with the deceleration largely driven by a decline in gas prices even as prices for food, rent and travel continued to rise.
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Opioid crisis: Harm reduction advocate's plea for reform
Harm reduction advocate Guy Felicella delivered a passionate call for reform and substantive change at a press conference on Canada's toxic opioid supply.
Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet accused of sexual assault
Two people found dead inside a home in Mississauga, Ont.
