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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.

Spoiled food: City of Ottawa setting up disposal bins, financial help

The city of Ottawa says residents who have lost food because of the ongoing power outages in the city can apply for some financial assistance.

The power of the storm: Clarence-Rockland farmer's silo pushed off foundation

Residents and farmers near Clarence-Rockland were also hit hard by Saturday’s major storm.

Ottawa's English and French school boards cancel classes on Tuesday to allow for storm cleanup

All elementary and secondary schools in Ottawa will be closed on Tuesday as the cleanup continues from Saturday's powerful storm.

Ottawa residents in storm-hit communities supporting each other

As many residents in Ottawa have been left with no power, they have not been left without hope. Residents in the hardest hit areas have been helping each get through the aftermath of the devastating storm.

Premier Ford says restoring hydro is the 'number one issue' following the storm

Premier Doug Ford says the top priority is to restore power across the region after Saturday's severe storm damaged hydro infrastructure and properties.

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.

Northern Tornadoes Project continues to investigate damage from Ontario-Quebec storm

Western University's Northern Tornadoes Project is investigating the aftermath of the deadly storm that blew across southern Ontario and Quebec, but analysis will take time.

Hydro damage 'significantly worse' than the ice storm and tornadoes, Hydro Ottawa says

Hydro Ottawa says the damage from Saturday's storm is "simply beyond comprehension", and is "significantly worse" than the 1998 ice storm and the tornadoes that hit the capital three years ago.