Questions about kid's COVID-19 vaccine answered during live Q & A on Wednesday
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is hosting a virtual live Q & A for parents to address concerns about the pediatric version of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Huntsville OPP investigates multiple overdoses over 2 days, including two deaths
Provincial police are investigating several suspected drug overdoses in Huntsville that happened over two days.
Vigil planned to remember women who lost their lives to violence
The Barrie Women and Children's Shelter will be holding a virtual vigil on Monday in honour of women who have lost their lives to gender-based violence.
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Business owners wary as Simcoe Muskoka health officials warn of further restrictions
On Friday, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit warned the region that if the rate of COVID-19 transmission continues to increase, further restrictions could be imposed on businesses and organizations.
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Poor visibility forces school bus cancellations across Simcoe County, Muskoka
A line of snow squalls expected to persist through Tuesday has forced the Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium to cancel all school buses and vans in Simcoe County.
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'12 Days of Giving' encourages Barrie residents to donate
Barrie Families Unite launches it's 12 Days of Giving, which encourages Barrie locals to donate from holiday lists carefully crafted by them so various groups of people have their needs met.
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Ontario reports 887 new COVID-19 infections, three additional deaths
Ontario is reporting 887 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, along with three additional deaths.
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Bradford locals encouraged to speak out about housing
The public is asked to share their feedback on housing in Bradford.
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Barrie neighbourhood struck by July tornado rallies together for Christmas cheer
A Barrie community struck by July's tornado rallied together Sunday for some Christmas cheer while helping one of their own.
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Bradford's 'Great Canadian Gift Box' working to help the homeless this holiday season
A group of volunteers in the Bradford area are working to make sure none of Simcoe County's homeless are forgotten about this holiday season.
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Orillia business owners giving back to local charities
The owners of a bakery in Orillia are showing a level of selflessness by giving back to various charities in a unique way.
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More severe weather expected across central Ontario
Many special weather statements and warnings from Environment Canada remain in effect for much of Central Ontario.
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Christmas festivities begin at Friday Harbour
With just a few weeks to go, Christmas festivities at Friday Harbour Resort have officially begun.
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OLG confirms where in Ontario winning $8.8-million Lotto 6/49 ticket was sold
The OLG has revealed where in Ontario the winning ticket for Saturday's $8.8 million Lotto 6/49 jackpot was purchased.
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Ontario records spike in COVID-19 cases with nearly 1,200 new infections
COVID-19 cases in Ontario have hit their highest level since May with nearly 1,200 new infections reported on Sunday.
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One person arrested following Friday morning assault in Barrie
One person has been taken into custody in connection to an alleged assault in Barrie on Friday morning.
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Multiple weather watches and warnings issued for central Ontario
Environment Canada has issued various weather watches and statements affecting much of Simcoe County and areas in cottage country.
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Crash on Highway 400 in Bradford
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Sudbury man's Christmas lights go full 'Griswold'
![Derek Durkac of Sudbury says he has finally achieved 'Griswold' status with his elaborate Christmas lights display.]()
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Parents of Michigan school shooter arrested
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Couple forced to quarantine for not having app
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Dealing with rising COVID-19 cases
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Major pile-up involving bus sends 7 to hospital in Surrey
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Jeweller reports theft valued over $1 million
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Alcohol supply shortage could see taps run dry this holiday season
The alcohol industry's global shortages could put a damper on the upcoming season as many drinking establishments tackle the holiday rush.
Tire retailers report supply shortages and long waits to swap out tires
Tire retailers report issues in the industry right across the country.
Delayed produce shipments results in rising costs, food shortages
A supply chain disruption is causing delayed produce shipments resulting in rising costs and food shortages.
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Wingham restaurant openly defying vaccine rules
CTV London’s Scott Miller reports on a Wingham restaurant that was shut down by health unit for defying vaccine passport rules.
Parents rally against racism in Barrie-area school
Over 100 people flooded Meridian Place in downtown Barrie on Friday to rally against racism in the classroom.
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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.
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Merck Canada to manufacture COVID-19 antiviral drug in Canada for global distribution
Merck Canada is partnering with Thermo Fisher Scientific to manufacture Merck’s antiviral drug molnupiravir at a facility in Whitby, Ont., for distribution to global markets, the company announced on Monday.
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.
Federal government says Canada border testing contracts worth up to $631 million
The federal government has awarded three companies with contracts worth up to $631 million for COVID-19 border testing and other screening services as concerns about the Omicron variant deepen ahead of the busy holiday travel period.
Next pandemic could be more lethal than COVID-19, Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine creator says
Future pandemics could be even more lethal than COVID-19 so the lessons learned from the outbreak must not be squandered and the world should ensure it is prepared for the next viral onslaught, one of the creators of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine said.
Ontario reports 887 new COVID-19 infections, three additional deaths
Ontario is reporting 887 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, along with three additional deaths.
Canada's ambassador to China stepping down
Dominic Barton is stepping down as Canada's ambassador to China at the end of this year, Trudeau says
Warning: Liquid manure may be in the well water in parts of B.C.
B.C. has issued a warning about the risk of contamination in private drinking-water wells in flooded areas of Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
U.S. religious group says Haitian gang releases 3 hostages
A religious group based in Ohio announced Monday that a violent gang in Haiti has released three more hostages, while another 12 remain abducted.
Conservatives forcing a vote to create an Afghanistan response special committee
The Conservatives want to create a special all-party House of Commons committee to study the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban and the government's response, and will be forcing a vote on a motion calling for the prime minister to testify and turn over relevant documents.
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'Snake burglar' pulls off ridiculous $8K heist in California
This man allegedly stole $8,000 from a safe in California without setting off any of the store's motion-triggered alarms.
Runaway barge in Vancouver receiving rave reviews online
Dramatic video shows a loose barge being carried by floodwaters into the Vancouver shoreline during Monday's storm.
Ex-CNN anchor Chris Cuomo accused of sexual misconduct
Temporary travel exception for Canadians in South Africa
A temporary exception for Canadians travelling from South Africa is in place. CTV’s Heather Butts reports.
It's been 100 years since Canada elected its first female MP
Nearly one million homes across Canada at risk of flooding
A group of volunteers help provide fresh fruit and veggies for B.C. communities. CTV’s Ben Miljure reports.
Ex-helicopter test pilot explains tail issues with Cyclones
Retired Colonel Wally Istchenko, a helicopter test pilot, explains how regular maintenance is able to find larger issues with aircraft.
