Ottawa family doctor denied permanent residency over marital status, age
An Ottawa family physician won't get to stay in Canada after she did not meet the threshold due to factors outside her control.
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Little Italy grocer to close its doors in alcohol sale dispute with province
Mercato Zacconi in Ottawa's Little Italy is closing its doors due to a dispute with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario over the sale of alcohol.
'Our whole lives are upside down': Family describes terrifying Centrepointe shooting that critically injured family dog
A family pet is in emergency care after being shot by a stray bullet one week ago.
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Police investigating anti-Palestinian signs in Ottawa’s south-end
The Ottawa Police say they are aware of hateful posters seen in the south-east end of Ottawa.
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Ski season begins at Camp Fortune
Those eager to hit the slopes this weekend are in luck with Camp Fortune opening on Thursday.
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Suspect arrested in Morocco could be behind Ontario bomb threats, OPP says
Investigators have 'strong reason' to believe that a suspect taken into custody in Morocco could be behind numerous bomb threats across Ontario in early November, police say.
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B.C. teacher running laps in front of Parliament Hill for national school food funding
A Vancouver elementary school teacher is drawing attention to funding for a national school food program by running laps around Parliament Hill.
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Struggling Senators look to move on from quiet yet disappointing November
The Senators went 4-5-0 over a league-low nine games in November and fell into last place in the Eastern Conference with an 8-9-0 record.
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OPP identify body of man found in Ottawa River more than six years ago
Ontario Provincial Police say advances in DNA testing helped to identify a man whose remains were found along the Ottawa River east of Ottawa, more than six years ago.
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Police investigating after man allegedly spreads feces in front of Centretown Islamic centre
The Ottawa Police Hate and Bias Crime Unit is looking for the suspect responsible for allegedly smearing feces on the door of the Islamic Care Centre in Centretown last month.
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Over 1,500 Ottawa properties audited under Vacant Unit Tax
The City of Ottawa says it has audited 1,525 properties through the Vacant Unit Tax process, with more residences being subject to a review in the coming months.
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Twin the dog found safe in Kingston after 17 days on the loose
After a long journey exploring the wooded areas near Kingston, Twin the Retriever is safe and sound after 17 days on the run.
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'Messing the city up': Crown lays out 'Freedom Convoy' conspiracy argument
The blockades and 'occupation' of downtown Ottawa streets in 2022 were part of a conspiracy among 'Freedom Convoy' organizers to gridlock the capital in protest against COVID-19 public-health measures, the Crown alleged Thursday.
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Pedestrian hit by driver, pinned under vehicle in Vanier dies
A pedestrian has died after being hit by the driver of a vehicle on Montreal Road in Vanier.
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Distress Centre of Ottawa joins new mental health 9-8-8 network
The main mental health crisis hotline for the city of Ottawa is partnering with the new nationwide, three digit suicide crisis helpline launched by the Government of Canada.
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A mild end of November, start of December in the forecast for Ottawa
A mild last day of November and the first weekend of December is in the forecast for the city of Ottawa.
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CHEO staff honoured by Ottawa Fire Services for courageous efforts during Ottawa Hospital fire
Ottawa Fire Services are recognizing hospital staff after a fire broke out at the Ottawa Hospital General Campus last month.
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Filmmakers in Bruce Peninsula 'accidentally' discover 128-year-old shipwreck
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New 3D-printed heart valves could save children's lives: Montreal researchers
Researchers at the Sainte-Justine Hospital are testing what might be a major breakthrough in helping children with heart defects.
Parks Canada camping reservations to open earlier for 2024 season
Parks Canada announced Wednesday camping reservations for the 2024 season will open in January.
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WINE REVIEWS Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week for Nov. 27, 2023
Blue Canyon Chardonnay 2021, Conundrum White 2013, Chloe Wines Prosecco, Hester Creek Estate Winery Ti Amo 2020, Quails' Gate Estate Winery Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir 2018
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Fire upends Christmas charity in Michigan but thousands of kids will still get gifts
Donations are pouring in at a beloved Christmas charity after smoke damage from a fire stymied plans for the delivery of wrapped gifts for thousands of children in western Michigan.
This Saskatoon man just turned 104 years old and he still likes to boogie
A Saskatoon man is celebrating a remarkable milestone this week as he turns 104 years old. With a life that has spanned over ten decades, Nick Kazuska is still going strong.
'I just fell in love with it:' Montreal high school students learn how to cut hair
A small group of Montreal high school students is completing a 10-week program on cutting hair, learning everything from basic techniques to what it's like to run a barber shop.
What's Merriam-Webster's word of the year for 2023? Hint: Be true to yourself
In an age of deepfakes and post-truth, as artificial intelligence rose and Elon Musk turned Twitter into X, the Merriam-Webster word of the year for 2023 is "authentic."
In the U.S., Hmong 'new year' recalls ancestral spirits while teaching traditions to new generations
For the annual fall renewal of her shaman spirit, Mee Vang Yang will soon ritually redecorate the tall altar in her living room where she keeps her father's ring-shaped shaman bells.
CRIME & COURTS
Man found dead near Smiths Falls was victim of hit-and-run: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police say a man who was found dead near Smiths Falls earlier this month was the victim of a hit-and-run collision.
Charges laid after shooting in Hull sector of Gatineau, Que.
Gatineau police say a man in his 40s is in hospital after being shot Monday afternoon in the Hull sector.
Quebec police seek help identifying suspects in arson investigation
Quebec provincial police are asking for the public's help identifying suspects in connection with an arson investigation in the community of Fassett.
Defence begins its case in criminal trial of high-profile 'Freedom Convoy' organizers
Defence lawyers for "Freedom Convoy" organizers Chris Barber and Tamara Lich have started laying out their case in an Ottawa courtroom.
28-year-old male victim dead following shooting in Ottawa's Centrepointe neighbourhood
A 28-year-old man is dead and another man remains in critical condition in hospital following a targeted early morning shooting in Ottawa's Centrepointe neighbourhood.
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Filmmakers in Bruce Peninsula 'accidentally' discover 128-year-old shipwreck
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NHL veteran Perry apologizes for 'inappropriate' behaviour, says he is seeking help
Corey Perry says he has started seeking help for his struggles with alcohol following his release from the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks.
Blasted by Bloc, Conservative MP apologizes for asking minister to speak English
Conservative MP Rachael Thomas has apologized after drawing criticism from other members of Parliament for asking Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge to answer questions in English at a committee meeting.
'The only choice': Defence Department going with Boeing to replace aging Aurora fleet
The federal government is buying at least 14 Boeing surveillance planes from the United States to replace the aging CP-140 Aurora fleet, cabinet ministers announced Thursday. The deal costs more than $10.3 billion in total, including US$5.9 billion for the jets themselves, and the planes are expected to be delivered in 2026 and 2027.
Suspect arrested in Morocco could be behind Ontario bomb threats, OPP says
Investigators have 'strong reason' to believe that a suspect taken into custody in Morocco could be behind numerous bomb threats across Ontario in early November, police say.
Here are the factors experts say are contributing to Canada's drug shortages
Experts say drug shortages have gradually worsened in Canada over the last decade, putting patients in difficult and sometimes dangerous positions. But potential solutions like rethinking where drug manufacturing is concentrated and expanding pharmacists' prescribing privileges could help ease those impacts.
Liberal bail reforms poised to become law after year of increased crime concerns
The federal government's bail-reform legislation is on its way to becoming law after the House of Commons decided on Thursday to accept changes the Senate made to the bill.
Israeli military confirms release of 8 more Israeli hostages from captivity in Gaza Strip
Hamas freed eight Israeli hostages Thursday in exchange for Israel's release of more Palestinian prisoners under a last-minute deal to extend their ceasefire in Gaza by another day.
Claims of toxic workplace at CSIS absolutely 'devastating': PM says
Allegations of a toxic workplace culture, involving harassment and sexual assault at Canada's spy agency are 'devastating' and 'absolutely unacceptable,' Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday.
