COVID-19 cases this fall a fraction of where they were in 2020
The peak of Ottawa's COVID-19 caseload early this fall was roughly half of what it was in the fall of 2020, and data show that Ottawa's most recent wave has crested.
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There is no correlation between risk of miscarriages in the first trimester and receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna or AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines, according to a new study.
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While 82 per cent of eligible Canadians aged 12 and up are already fully vaccinated, a recent survey by Angus Reid shows only 51 per cent of parents plan to immediately vaccinate their kids when a pediatric dose becomes available.
Chinese province closes tourist sites following virus cases
A northwestern Chinese province heavily dependent on tourism closed all tourist sites Monday after finding new COVID-19 cases.
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The latest layer of protection against COVID-19 in Alberta takes effect Monday as two doses will be required when providing proof of vaccination.
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An Arkansas nurse created a baby registry for a new father after his unvaccinated wife died of COVID-19 before meeting their baby.
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As tourism resumes across much of the world, experts say purchasing travel insurance is necessary if Canadians want to stay safe and enjoy a trip abroad.
New benefit for workers only intended for those in 'complete' lockdowns: Qualtrough
The federal government intends for the newly proposed lockdown benefit to apply only to individuals whose work is interrupted by a complete COVID-19 lockdown in their region. Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion Minister Carla Qualtrough said the details of the new Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit are still being ironed out, and will depend too on the public health restrictions imposed by provinces and territories.
Pattie Lovett-Reid: The perfect storm is brewing for cash-strapped Canadians
With inflation soaring, some economists are predicting that interest rate increases won't be far behind. CTV's chief financial commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid looks at what that means for your finances in her latest column on CTVNews.ca.
As some pandemic benefits expire, feds to spend $7.4B on new programs
The federal government has announced a suite of changes to the popular income and business support programs put in place during the pandemic and set to expire on Saturday. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland reminded Canadians on Thursday that the measures were always intended to be 'temporary.'
Rising cost of living, burden of COVID-19 forcing Canadians further into debt: survey
A new survey suggests that the rising cost of living and the added burden of COVID-19 are forcing Canadians further into debt.
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COVID-19 cases this fall a fraction of where they were in 2020
The peak of Ottawa's COVID-19 caseload early this fall was roughly half of what it was in the fall of 2020, and data show that Ottawa's most recent wave has crested.
Five Ontario cities where houses are selling most above asking have been revealed
The top five Ontario cities where homes are selling the most above their asking price have been revealed.
Ottawa ICUs free of COVID-19 on Sunday
Ottawa Public Health said Sunday that local ICUs are free of any patients with COVID-19. Twenty-six more people in the city have tested positive.
That's a Rhapsody: Perfect weather puts cap on final weekend of NCC's autumn celebration
Many took advantage of the warm temperatures Sunday to enjoy what's left of the vibrant fall colours in the national capital region on the final weekend of the NCC's Fall Rhapsody.
New 'Delta Plus' COVID-19 strain being investigated, but is it more contagious?
A new Delta subvariant COVID-19 strain has been designated a 'Variant Under Investigation' by the U.K., saying early evidence suggests it may be more transmissible compared to Delta.
12 Halloween attractions to check out in Ottawa, eastern Ontario and western Quebec this month
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at Halloween attractions to check out in Ottawa, eastern Ontario and western Quebec this month.
Former PM Chretien on inflation concerns, current affairs
Former prime minister Jean Chretien says he is concerned about the future of Canada's economy, with inflation at a near 20-year high, saying in a wide-ranging interview with Evan Solomon, host of CTV's Question Period, that Canada is 'moving into a dark alley.'
Another week without LRT, picking a new councillor and lifted capacity limits: Five stories to watch in Ottawa this week
CTVNewsOttawa.ca takes a look at five stories to watch in Ottawa this week.
Cold weather will put province's plan to ease restrictions to the test, head of science table says
Now that Ontario has laid out its staged approach to lifting remaining pandemic restrictions, the head of Ontario's science table says the plan will quickly be put to the test and cold weather will be the biggest challenge.
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Canadian entrepreneur gifts $5 million to help create psychedelic research centre for mental health
Canadian tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist Sanjay Singhal gives $5 million to help launch a new psychedelic psychotherapy research centre for mental health at Toronto’s University Health Network.
First of its kind website aims to provide resources about palliative care for kids
A new website created by care providers, medical experts and parents who have lost their children is aiming to support and provide resources for families struggling with palliative care for a child.
James Michael Tyler, actor who played Gunther on 'Friends,' dies at 59
James Michael Tyler, an actor beloved for his portrayal of Gunther on 'Friends,' died of prostate cancer on Sunday morning, his manager confirmed to Variety. He was 59.
Fire on cargo ship in B.C. under control but not known how many containers burned
Officials don't yet know how many containers burned aboard a cargo ship in a still-smouldering blaze off the coast of Victoria, a spokesman for the Canadian Coast Guard said Sunday.
Family of Halyna Hutchins mourns slain cinematographer as investigation into 'Rust' shooting continues
Family, peers and community members of Halyna Hutchins mourned the cinematographer's untimely death after the 42-year-old was killed on the film set of 'Rust' from a firearm mishap.
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