COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for May 16, 2021
The latest on COVID-19 in Ottawa for Sunday, May 16.
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These groups are eligible to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Ottawa the week of May 17
Ottawa residents in their 30s are next in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine this week, as the COVID-19 vaccination rollout continues.
Ottawa man shot on Highway 417
An 18-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound on Highway 417 late Saturday night. Police believe there is no public safety risk.
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Man missing after falling into water at Hog's Back Falls
Ottawa police and firefighters are searching for a man who fell into the water at Hog’s Back Falls Saturday evening.
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A sunny Sunday with a few clouds (and maybe a thunderstorm)
A sunny Sunday is in store for Ottawa, but the forecast does warn of a slight possibility of some showers in the afternoon.
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Ottawa firefighters tackle pair of late night fires
Ottawa Fire Services (OFS) says two different fires that broke out overnight injured no one.
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Survivor who lost both legs in Westboro bus crash to walk in Ottawa Race Weekend
The Ottawa woman will attempt to walk two kilometres on her prosthetic legs Sunday morning, raising money for the Ottawa Hospital's Emergency Department and Rehabilitation Centre
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Gatineau man returns home after near death experience with COVID-19
"It’s nice to be home and just to come outside, the way I am right now is just fantastic," said Peter Simard.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in Ottawa fall as OPH reports 95 new cases
Ottawa Public Health says 95 more people in Ottawa have tested positive for COVID-19 and one more person has died.
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Anti-lockdown, pro-Palestine marches move through downtown Ottawa
Two different demonstrations drew crowds to downtown Ottawa on a sunny Saturday afternoon.
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Finance committee to vote on $2.9M grant for Porsche dealership on Montreal Road
The city's finance and economic development committee will vote Tuesday on a proposal to provide a $2.9-million grant to a company that wants to build a new luxury auto dealership at the corner of Montreal Road and St. Laurent Boulevard.
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Scarborough man reunited with family after three weeks at Queensway Carleton Hospital
The family of a Scarborough man drove to Ottawa for a surprise visit, three weeks after he was admitted to the Queensway Carleton Hospital with COVID-19.
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Motorcyclist seriously injured in west end crash
Emergency crews responded to the crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle on Dunrobin Road at approximately 11:30 a.m. Saturday.
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New mom says lockdown forcing her to end her maternity leave early
A new mom in Kingston says she’ll be forced to end her maternity leave early because of the Ontario lockdown and rules around employment insurance.
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Ottawa residents enjoying the outdoors safely
![Many people were out taking in the beautiful weather as businesses adjust to staying closed for at least another two weeks.]()
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Kingston mom forced to end mat leave early
![A Kingston mom says she’s being forced to end her maternity leave early because of restrictions around employment insurance she went on after getting laid off during the second lockdown. CTV’s Kimberley Johnson explains.]()
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COVID-19 survivor returns home
![Friends and family of a Gatineau man who nearly died from COVID-19 hold a drive-by parade to welcome him home. CTV’s Jackie Perez reports.]()
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Signs of fatigue with stay-at-home order
![Warm sunny weather ahead, as people tire of the stay at home order. Will people comply? CTV's Jeremie Charron reports.]()
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Caught on Camera: Wedding proposal at Mooney's Bay
![CTV's Jeremie Charron happened upon an impromptu wedding proposal. Of course, he got it on camera (and she said yes!)]()
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Canadian Tulip Festival begins
![The virtual event brings real life crowds to see vibrant displays. CTV's Tyler Fleming reports.]()
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Rough seas: Melnyk's luxury cruise leads to lawsuit
![Dream vacation taken by Eugene Melnyk, his girlfriend and Mother leads to lawsuit over rough conditions. CTV's Katie Griffin reports.]()
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Jerusalem family faces eviction
![Ottawa woman's parents face eviction from family home in the heart of the new Israel Hamas conflict. CTV's Jackie Perez reports.]()
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Homebuyers can't remove tenants
![Stay-at-home restrictions complicate move-in plans for Stan and Tracey Villneff, when their tenants won't leave. CTV's Dylan Dyson reports.]()
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COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for May 16, 2021
The latest on COVID-19 in Ottawa for Sunday, May 16.
These groups are eligible to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Ottawa the week of May 17
Ottawa residents in their 30s are next in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine this week, as the COVID-19 vaccination rollout continues.
Gatineau man returns home after near death experience with COVID-19
"It’s nice to be home and just to come outside, the way I am right now is just fantastic," said Peter Simard.
Scarborough man reunited with family after three weeks at Queensway Carleton Hospital
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'Don't give up hope': Ottawa's top doctor insists better days ahead during pandemic
With Ontario's stay-at-home order set to remain in effect for at least three more weeks, Ottawa's medical officer of health insists better days are ahead as vaccination rates increase and COVID-19 levels decrease.
Canada unlikely to follow U.S. approach to easing COVID-19 masking rules: doctor
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks outdoors and in most indoor settings, but one of Canada's top public health officials suggests a different approach would be taken here.
Stay-at-home order extended: What you need to know about the restrictions in Ottawa
Premier Doug Ford announced the stay-at-home order for Ottawa and all of Ontario will remain in effect until at least June 2.
Businesses in Brockville, Kemptville find hiring new employees a challenge
Businesses south of Ottawa have been having a difficult time finding new employees, and employment agencies say it's not just pandemic related.
Ottawa police turn away more than 2,000 drivers at Quebec border
The Ontario government implemented new restrictions on interprovincial travel as part of steps to reduce COVID-19 transmission.
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Vancouver police, mayor apologize for handcuffing of B.C.'s first Black Supreme Court justice
Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart is apologizing and condemning systemic racism after an incident that the city's police department describes as a case of mistaken identity.
Halifax police arrest 21 people at two separate 'illegal gatherings' Saturday
Police arrested and charged 21 people on Saturday in relation to two separate illegal gatherings that occurred in Halifax.
Survivor who lost both legs in Westboro bus crash to walk in Ottawa Race Weekend
The Ottawa woman will attempt to walk two kilometres on her prosthetic legs Sunday morning, raising money for the Ottawa Hospital's Emergency Department and Rehabilitation Centre
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Message in a bottle dates from the Titanic era
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Destruction in Gaza and Israel captured in satellite images
![Satellite images of buildings destroyed by airstrikes and plumes of black smoke over Gaza City and Israel were captured on Wednesday.]()
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Swirling 'von Karmen' cloud formations spotted over Mexico
![Stunning cloud formations were captured by weather satellites swirling about 240 km west of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula on May 8.]()
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Trudeau and Ford spar over COVID-19 border restrictions
![Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he has sent Prime Minister Justin Trudeau four letters calling for enhanced border restrictions.]()
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Twin doctors are trying to end racism in medicine
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Balcony collapses, people plunge 4.5 metres in Calif.
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