Man jumps from second floor to escape fire in Ottawa's Alta Vista neighbourhood
The Ottawa Fire Service says firefighters responded to a call for a fire on Tall Oak Private, near the Ottawa Hospital General Campus, at approximately 9:30 a.m.
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Early cancer diagnosis saves lives, Canada's healthcare system millions, research shows
Researchers at the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) say while recent research shows breast cancer cases are on the rise among younger Canadians (Link), early diagnosis not only saves lives, but also saves the country's healthcare system nearly $500 million.
Motorcyclist dead following collision in Russell, Ont.
Emergency crews responded to the crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Craig Street, west of Hamilton Road, in Russell at approximately 9:40 p.m. Wednesday.
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Driver stopped speeding 170 km/h in company vehicle on Hwy. 417, OPP says
Ontario Provincial Police say a company truck has been impounded for 30 days after a driver was stopped for speeding on Highway 417.
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Nearly $400k worth of contraband seized at Collins Bay Institution in Kingston, Ont.
The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) says its staff members have seized several packages containing unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution amounting to $364,210.
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'Not the Ottawa Pancakes': NFL player wonders if logo represents an Ottawa team
The NFL schedule was released Wednesday night, with all 32 teams posting videos on social media to unveil their schedules for the 2024 season. Teams used fans, computer models and players to create videos for the schedule release.
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Veteran TSN broadcaster Darren 'Dutch' Dutchyshen, one of Canada’s best-known sports journalists, has died. He was 57. His family says 'he passed as he was surrounded by his closest loved ones.'
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Hot and humid weather arrives in Ottawa
Environment Canada senior meteorologist David Phillips admits the spring weather has been "blah" so far, but above-seasonal temperatures are expected over the next month.
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New way of funding $10-a-day child care in Ontario coming in 2025
Ontario has told child-care centres that it will implement a new way of funding the national $10-a-day program — something operators have urgently called for — starting in 2025.
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What's open and closed in Ottawa over the Victoria Day long weekend
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at what's open and closed in Ottawa over the Victoria Day long weekend.
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Ontario's so-called 'Crypto King' soliciting investments as recently as February: police
Police are alleging that Ontario’s so-called ‘Crypto King’ Aiden Pleterski was soliciting investments as recently as February – almost two years after he was petitioned into bankruptcy for allegedly running a Ponzi scheme worth more than $40 million.
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Ottawa-Carleton District School Board looks to integrate more special needs kids into general classroom
It could mark the biggest change in 25 years, as the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board looks to overhaul its elementary programs, a decision that could integrate more special needs students into the general classroom.
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Ottawa community leader and businessman Larry Bradley passes away
Larry Bradley, a well-known community leader and Ottawa businessman, has died at the age of 74.
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Splash pads, NCC Bistros opening for the season in Ottawa
It's beginning to look and feel like summer in Ottawa. The City of Ottawa's splash pads open this weekend, and the NCC is opening its bistros across the city.
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Tougher impaired driving consequences on the way in Ontario
The Ontario government is bringing in tougher penalties as it looks to stem the alarming rise in the number of drivers getting behind the wheel drunk or high, sometimes with deadly consequences.
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Small earthquake rattles eastern Ontario, western Quebec
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake was felt east of Ottawa on Wednesday morning.
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Council votes to rename Greenboro Community Centre after former councillor Diane Deans
Ottawa city councillors voted to rename the Greenboro Community Centre in honour of former councillor Diane Deans on Wednesday.
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'Not the Ottawa Pancakes': NFL player wonders if logo represents an Ottawa team
The NFL schedule was released Wednesday night, with all 32 teams posting videos on social media to unveil their schedules for the 2024 season. Teams used fans, computer models and players to create videos for the schedule release.
What's open and closed in Ottawa over the Victoria Day long weekend
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at what's open and closed in Ottawa over the Victoria Day long weekend.
King Charles' first official portrait since coronation proves divisive
Buckingham Palace revealed the first official portrait of King Charles III since his coronation on Tuesday, and it's proving to be divisive with its lurid red brushstrokes.
5 gardening questions answered heading into the long weekend in Ottawa
The first long weekend of summer is also the unofficial start to gardening season in Ottawa.
Ottawa police investigating pills found inside bread scattered in east Ottawa neighbourhood
Ottawa police are investigating after pills were found inside pieces of bread scattered about an east Ottawa neighbourhood.
6 Ottawa restaurants ranked among Canada's 100 best
Six Ottawa restaurants are on the list of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants. The annual list of Canada's 100 Best Restaurants was released Monday evening, with Montreal wine bar Mon Lapin named the top restaurant for the second straight year.
Latest updates on air quality alerts, and when the smoke may reach Ontario and Quebec
Wildfires have led Environment Canada to issue air quality advisories for parts of B.C., Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories, as forecasters warn the smoke could drift farther east.
Here's what you can buy for $727,000 in 9 Ottawa neighbourhoods
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Ottawa to increase fees on new homes by up to $6,200
The City of Ottawa is hiking the fees on new home construction by 11 per cent, one month after the federal government introduced new funding tied to municipalities freezing development charges.
Tiny Home Show showcasing miniature spaces
In the midst of soaring living expenses and spiking interest rates, the dream of owning a traditional home seems to be slipping away for many residents in Ottawa.
Here's how much it costs to rent an apartment in Ottawa
Statistics from Rentals.ca and Urbanation shows the average cost to rent a purpose-built apartment or condominium was $2,159 in April, down from $2,198 in March.
Homebuilders issue warning about proposed $12,000 hike in Ottawa development charges
The Greater Ottawa Home Builders Association warns a $12,000 increase in development charges on new homes will create an unexpected cost for homebuyers planning to buy a new home in Ottawa this year.
Ottawa home prices increase 1.6 per cent in April
Home sales and prices continued to heat up in Ottawa in April as the real estate market showed signs of confidence, according to a new report. Newly released statistics show 1,456 homes and condominiums were sold in Ottawa last month, up 8.9 per cent from April 2023.
CRIME & COURTS
Nearly $400k worth of contraband seized at Collins Bay Institution in Kingston, Ont.
The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) says its staff members have seized several packages containing unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution amounting to $364,210.
Para Transpo driver facing sexual assault charges
A Para Transpo driver is facing charges following an investigation into an alleged sexual assault of a passenger on a transit vehicle last winter.
Ottawa police identify Murray Street assault suspect
Ottawa police have identified a man suspected in an assault in the ByWard Market.
Ottawa police investigating pills found inside bread scattered in east Ottawa neighbourhood
Ottawa police are investigating after pills were found inside pieces of bread scattered about an east Ottawa neighbourhood.
Murder charge laid in Donald Street apartment fire after 1 victim dies
Ottawa police have upgraded an attempted murder charge against a 42-year-old man after one of the victims of an apartment fire earlier this month died.
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Kidnapped by her father and kept in a crawl space: Court documents reveal Montreal horror story
A Montreal father who kidnapped his daughter who has autism and lied to police when they asked where she was should serve three years in prison, a Crown prosecutor said.
Ontario's so-called 'Crypto King' soliciting investments as recently as February: police
Police are alleging that Ontario’s so-called ‘Crypto King’ Aiden Pleterski was soliciting investments as recently as February – almost two years after he was petitioned into bankruptcy for allegedly running a Ponzi scheme worth more than $40 million.
Pierre Poilievre presses Justin Trudeau for summer pause on carbon and fuel taxes
To give Canadians a break on their summer road trips, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to suspend all gas and diesel taxes from Victoria Day to Labour Day.
Noticed a new payment? Some Canadians get first carbon rebate
Many Canadians found a message from the Canada Revenue Agency this week as they received their first direct deposit for the Canada Carbon Rebate.
Teen died from eating a spicy chip as part of social media challenge, autopsy report concludes
A medical examiner says a Massachusetts teen who participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge died from ingesting a substance 'with a high capsaicin concentration.'
Protecting your car from the growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
Auto technology has evolved and many newer cars use wireless key fobs and push-button starters instead of traditional metal keys. But that technology also makes things easier for thieves.
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WATCH Scientists get a surprising glimpse at a rare deep-sea squid
Scientists from the University of Western Australia and Kelpsie Geociences in the U.K. say they were surprised to discover an underwater camera caught video of a rare deep-sea squid.
There's a new workers' rights treaty in Canada. What does it mean for you?
Although a global workers' treaty has been in force in Canada since January, an employment lawyer believes it won't do anything more to protect employees from violence and harassment.
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