Another 2 to 3 days to reconnect Ottawa, but progress being made: Hydro Ottawa
City officials in Ottawa say it could be another two to three days to restore power, but Hydro Ottawa is assuring the community that progress is being made.
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Ottawa schools with power to reopen Wednesday
Ottawa schools that have power will be open Wednesday, but many schools remain closed.
Hunt for gas forcing many to drive across Ottawa to fill up cars, generators
City officials say gas supply issues and long lineups at the pumps should be resolved as soon as hydro is restored.
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Spoiled food: City of Ottawa adds more disposal bins
The city of Ottawa is setting up disposal bins at locations across the city for residents to get rid of food spoiled because of the ongoing power outages.
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Riders and horses safe, but Ottawa equestrian centre left as twisted wreckage
The Brookson Riding Academy was left a crumpled mess in Saturday’s storm. Riders and horses survived, but the farm is mangled.
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Richmond farmers take in cattle after Navan barn destroyed
Farmers in Richmond helped take in a herd of cattle from a Navan farm that was destroyed by Saturday's deadly storm.
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Gatineau, Que. asking residents to prepare for flooding along Gatineau River
The city of Gatineau, Que. is telling residents to prepare for the possibility of flooding in some areas.
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Gunman kills at least 19 children at Texas elementary school
An 18-year-old gunman opened fire Tuesday at a Texas elementary school, killing at least 19 children as he went from classroom to classroom, officials said, in the latest gruesome moment for a country scarred by a string of massacres. The attacker was killed by law enforcement.
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Carleton Place still expecting to wait days for power to be restored
The main power line into the town of Carleton Place is down as Saturday’s storm toppled about 44 hydro poles in the area.
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Ottawa Sikh community provides comfort food to hundreds as residents remain without electricity
The Sikh Society of Ottawa has fed more than 2,000 people since Saturday's storm, even as the gurdwara is without power of its own.
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No timeline for Renfrew County to get power back after storm
As Ottawa works to clean up and get power back on following Saturday's storm, residents in southern Renfrew County have no indication when they will get power back.
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Language law Bill 96 adopted, promising sweeping changes for Quebec
Bill 96, the provincial government's controversial legislation aimed at protecting the French language in Quebec, has been adopted in the National Assembly.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in Ottawa steady over long weekend
Ottawa Public Health is reporting a steady number of COVID-19 patients over the long weekend.
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A dozen road signs stolen in Ottawa Valley
A dozen signs were stolen last week along a single road in the Ottawa Valley, OPP said Tuesday.
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Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend aiming to go ahead this weekend
The Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is aiming to go ahead as planned this weekend following last Saturday’s devastating storm.
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Hydro Ottawa 'crushed' by storm: Another 2 to 4 days to restore power
The President and CEO of Hydro Ottawa says the local distribution network was 'crushed' by Saturday's storm and some people could be without power through the rest of the week.
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Emergency reception centres open Tuesday, but many city services closed
The city of Ottawa will have several emergency reception centres open again Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. for residents affected by the storm.
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After the storm: It’s heartbreaking
![Families still digging out from the destruction that happened in moments. CTV’s Katie Griffin reports.]()
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Immense destruction to the power grid
![CTV’s Tyler Fleming on the efforts to repair hydro lines. The bill will be in the millions.]()
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Filling up? Some stations are open
![CTV’s Leah Larocque on the fluid situation, finding a gas station that has supply.]()
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What to do with all the spoiled food
![CTV’s Natalie Van Rooy with the centres opened by the city of Ottawa to let people throw out food that has gone bad.]()
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Cattle rescue from Navan to Richmond
![Farmers helping each other keep cattle after their barns are destroyed. CTV’s Colton Praill reports.]()
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Equestrian Centre heavily damaged
![CTV's Leanne Cusack reports on the devastation at a Carlsbad Springs stable and riding school.]()
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Power of caring feeds community
![CTV’s Jackie Perez reports on the Sikh Society of Ottawa helping out, even though their community centre has no power.]()
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Carleton Place cut off from hydro
![CTV’s Dave Charbonneau on the Eastern Ontario town still waiting for power to return.]()
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Griffith, Ont. may wait weeks for power
![CTV’s Dylan Dyson reports on the rural communities where people fear help may be weeks away.]()
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Uxbridge hit with EF2-level tornado this past weekend
![The violent storm system that tore through Ontario left a trail of destruction in the town of Uxbridge. Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports.]()
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Is my home or car covered from storm damage? In most cases yes, insurance bureau says
As residents in Ontario and Quebec work to repair the damage caused by a severe storm over the weekend, many may be wondering whether their homes and cars are covered from any damages. The Insurance Bureau of Canada says wind damage is usually covered, but to confirm with their provider what losses may be included.
Ontario election 2022 platform guide: What are the parties promising?
CTVNewsToronto.ca has compiled a list of some of the major pledges made by the leaders of the province’s four major parties.
The science behind why smoke seems to follow you around a campfire
Why does smoke seem to follow you around a campfire? B.C. research scientist Kerry Anderson told CTVNews.ca the answer actually boils down to physics.
B.C.'s rejected licence plate list includes GAS LOL, BONDVLN, WE VAPE
Some of British Columbia's more creative vehicle owners received bad news over the last two years: you can't put everything on a licence plate.
Meet Beastie Boy, the pet pig from Quebec who can help clear your garden
A nine-year-old Quebec boy has started his own business, offering to help clear garden space with the help of a mini pig, who digs up bugs, roots and weeds.
The way baseballs are stored could be affecting the game, experts say
Major League Baseball fans have probably noticed a change in the game recently, with fewer home runs, more players getting hit and unpredictable fly balls — something experts and pros say could be down to how the baseballs themselves are stored when not in play.
Visitors get trapped on Wonderland rides after power outage during Ontario storm
A power outage at Wonderland led to a scary situation after guests were trapped on rides for about 30 minutes during the severe Ontario storm this weekend.
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: May 20-23
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at activities and events happening in Ottawa, eastern Ontario and western Quebec over the Victoria Day long weekend.
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Here's what you need to know about the 2022 municipal election in Ottawa
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at what you need to know for the municipal election campaign in Ottawa.
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Advance voting locations open in Ontario as leaders fan out across the province
Advance voting locations open today in Ontario as party leaders fan out across the province to pitch voters on their platforms.
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Election campaign signs defaced in Ottawa
Two Ottawa candidates in the provincial election have had multiple signs defaced and destroyed within the last week.
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Ottawa police issue warning that damaging election signs is illegal
Ottawa police are reminding the public that damaging campaign signs is illegal, after several candidates in the Ontario election reported damage to campaign signs.
COVID-19 in Ottawa
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in Ottawa steady over long weekend
Ottawa Public Health is reporting a steady number of COVID-19 patients over the long weekend.
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Two new COVID-19 deaths in Ottawa
Two more Ottawa residents have died due to COVID-19, while the number of people in hospital with an active COVID-19 infection increased slightly at the start of the long weekend.
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Ottawa surpasses 800 COVID-19 deaths
Ottawa surpassed a grim COVID-19 milestone on Thursday, even as hospitalizations remained at a low for the year.
FREEDOM CONVOY
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Jail 'Freedom Convoy' organizer Tamara Lich again, Crown argues in Ottawa court
A Crown prosecutor argued on Thursday that Tamara Lich, an organizer of the “Freedom Convoy,” breached her bail conditions by accepting an award for her leadership during the Ottawa protest.
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Crown wants Freedom Convoy organizer Tamara Lich returned to jail to await trial
Crown prosecutors want Ottawa protest organizer Tamara Lich sent back to jail to await trial, claiming she breached her bail conditions by agreeing to participate in an event next month where she will receive a 'Freedom Award.'
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No direct request for Emergencies Act from Ottawa police, interim chief says
The Ottawa Police Services did not formally request that the federal government invoke the Emergencies Act during the ‘Freedom Convoy’ protest, the city’s interim police chief told a parliamentary committee on Tuesday.
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The hog that helped the garden
![CTV’s Jackie Perez reports on the nine year old Quebec boy who solved a gardening problem with his pet pig.]()
CTV’s Jackie Perez reports on the nine year old Quebec boy who solved a gardening problem with his pet pig.
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Courageous comeback after a tragic accident
![Jessica Lambert was told she may never walk again. Today she’s running, and training for her first full marathon during Tamarack Race Weekend. Joel Haslam reports.]()
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Gun discovered by young magnet fisher
![A 12-year-old Ottawa boy made an unexpected discovery while magnet fishing that’s now in the hands of police. CTV’s Jeremie Charron reports.]()
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An 18-year-old gunman opened fire Tuesday at a Texas elementary school, killing at least 19 children as he went from classroom to classroom, officials said, in the latest gruesome moment for a country scarred by a string of massacres. The attacker was killed by law enforcement.
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Language law Bill 96 adopted, promising sweeping changes for Quebec
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U.S. senator begs for gun compromise after Texas shooting
Connecticut U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, who came to Congress representing Sandy Hook, begged his colleagues to finally pass legislation addressing the nation's gun violence problem as the latest school shooting unfolded Tuesday in Uvalde, Texas.
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine may have marked the start of "a third world war," and Russian President Vladimir Putin must be defeated "as soon as possible" if the world wants to preserve civilization, said billionaire and philanthropist George Soros.
Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard denies rape allegations at sex assault trial
Canadian musician Jacob Hoggard has emphatically denied raping a teenager and a young woman nearly six years ago, testifying Tuesday that both encounters were consensual and "passionate."
Many Ontario residents could be waiting several days for power after storm
Provincial provider Hydro One said Tuesday afternoon that more than 142,000 customers in parts of Ontario were still without power after a devastating weekend storm.
RCMP suspend flights at Victoria International Airport after suspicious package discovered
Travellers who have a flight planned at Victoria International Airport (YYJ) on Tuesday afternoon are being warned of travel disruptions due to police activity.
Canada sending more artillery to Ukraine, 'crucial' to fight against Russia: Anand
Canada is sending an additional 20,000 rounds of ammunition to Ukraine for the Ukrainian military to use in its ongoing defence against the Russians. This ammunition—155mm calibre, as well as fuses and charge bags—is being donated, but comes at a cost of $98 million, according to the federal government.
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B.C.'s rejected licence plate list includes GAS LOL, BONDVLN, WE VAPE
Some of British Columbia's more creative vehicle owners received bad news over the last two years: you can't put everything on a licence plate.
Funeral services held for decorated 100-year-old Canadian fighter ace
Funeral services were held Friday morning for Second World War fighter ace James "Stocky" Edwards in Courtenay, B.C.
'Holy grail of all finds': Ottawa boy finds gun while magnet fishing in creek
A 12-year-old Ottawa boy is sharing his story after a magnet fishing trip turned up an unexpected find.
With Grand Manan's only bank set to close, residents of the N.B. island are fighting to keep it open
Residents on the New Brunswick island of Grand Manan are rallying to keep their village’s only bank open. The Bank of Nova Scotia, or Scotiabank, notified customers of its plans to leave Grand Manan in January.
'Cougar' spotted in Vancouver neighbourhood was actually a large house cat: police
Police were called to a Vancouver neighbourhood for reports of a cougar sighting in the area. What they found was something else.
100-year-old veteran to walk 100km for homeless heroes
A soon-to-be centenarian and veteran of the Second World War is about to walk 100 kilometres to raise funds for homeless veterans.
Manitoba parents want changes to allow traditional Indigenous names on birth certificates
A new bill brought forward by Manitoba’s NDP would allow parents to give their children traditional Indigenous names.
'A pretty amazing phenomenon': Giant ice shoves form on Lake Winnipeg
Even though it is spring, some Manitobans were in for a cool surprise over the weekend as ice piled up on the shore of Lake Winnipeg, creating what looked like giant hills of ice.
Landspout tornado touched down in southern Sask.: Environment Canada
Environment Canada confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down near Caron, Sask. on Tuesday night.
