Ottawa's fire chief receives COVID-19 vaccine, urges everyone to get the first shot your eligible for
Chief Kim Ayotte tweeted out a picture of him receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine at a local pharmacy on Thursday.

Chief Kim Ayotte tweeted out a picture of him receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine at a local pharmacy on Thursday.
Premier Doug Ford's cabinet is meeting today to discuss potential new measures for Ontario after another record-breaking day of new COVID-19 cases.
While the research is still in its infancy, there is emerging anecdotal evidence from self-described ‘long-haulers’ who say their COVID-19 symptoms have improved after they were vaccinated.
Canada's seven-day average has reached its highest point of the pandemic, marking a grim milestone as hospitalizations increase across the country.
Nunavut's capital city is under a strict lockdown after its first case of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic was reported last night.
A group of dedicated Canadian Muslims that includes doctors and faith leaders is tackling COVID-19 misinformation, including questions about vaccine safety and halal status, with infographics and online town halls.
Worker and patient advocates in multiple provinces are calling for permanent paid sick days, arguing that the federal COVID-19 sick leave benefit has too many restrictions for lower-income, precarious and migrant workers.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reminding front-line workers about the availability of a federal sick leave benefit, and is offering premiers more help to speed up their vaccine rollouts as the country faces a third major surge in new cases.
The place of gig workers has become a key issue in ongoing deliberation on how the decades-old employment insurance system will be updated.
As millions of Canadians prepare to file their taxes this spring following an unusual year, it’s proving to be a trickier tax season than normal.
As Canada enters a potential third wave of COVID-19, entrepreneurs across the country are left questioning the future of their businesses, with others mourning the loss of what was.
Across Ontario, there are 4,736 new cases of COVID-19. That's a single day record for cases in the province.
Premier Doug Ford's cabinet is meeting today to discuss potential new measures for Ontario after another record-breaking day of new COVID-19 cases.
Lawyers for the OC Transpo driver charged in the deadly Westboro bus crash challenged a passenger's recollection about the speed of Aissatou Diallo's bus compared to the one he was on as it passed him.
The Ontario government is launching targeted health and safety blitzes, focusing on keeping workers safe in hot spot regions across the province.
Officers were called to the 1200 block of St. Laurent Blvd, near Ogilvie Road, around 9:15 p.m. Wednesday night.
Chief Kim Ayotte tweeted out a picture of him receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine at a local pharmacy on Thursday.
Ottawa's associate medical officer of health warns the health care system could be at "significant risk" if COVID-19 transmission continues to rise.
New rules for gathering limits and masking at city of Ottawa parks and public spaces could be in place by this weekend as the city looks to limit COVID-19 transmission.
Ontario is reporting more than 4,700 new COVID-19 cases for the first time in the pandemic as the total number of people who contracted the disease in the province surpasses the 400,000 mark.
Ontario is reporting more than 4,700 new COVID-19 cases for the first time in the pandemic as the total number of people who contracted the disease in the province surpasses the 400,000 mark.
The East Vancouver unlicensed child-care provider facing criminal charges in connection with the death of a toddler was allegedly operating illegally the day the boy died in her care, according to an official report.
Prince William and Prince Harry won't walk side-by-side Saturday as they follow their grandfather's coffin into the church ahead of Prince Philip's funeral, minimizing the chances of any awkward moments between the brothers who are grappling with strained relations since Harry's decision to step away from royal duties last year.
While the research is still in its infancy, there is emerging anecdotal evidence from self-described ‘long-haulers’ who say their COVID-19 symptoms have improved after they were vaccinated.
Government House Leader Pablo Rodriguez is calling for an investigation into who took and shared a photo of Liberal MP William Amos when he 'accidentally' appeared nude in a non-public view of the virtual House of Commons on Wednesday.
Hospitals trying to keep up as number of ICU patients rises LIVE as they happen: COVID-19 updates from across Canada
Pierre Lévesque filmed police in Sorel-Tracy, Que., as they used road spikes to stop an allegedly stolen truck on Wednesday.
A Cyclone helicopter made a precautionary landing at Nova Scotia's Rainbow Haven Provincial Park after noticing a cockpit indication.
Kristian Nairn shares his favourite 'Game Of Thrones' moment on the show's 10 year anniversary.
Jill Macyshon has the story about animals a little out of their element, and the urging of experts to let them be.
Dutch tourists paid $450 to volunteer for a 'lockdown vacation' to test whether they can be done safely during the pandemic.
The rare mandarin duck has been spotted in Laval and wildlife lovers are hoping to catch a glimpse.
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase when public on Wednesday, and investors say it’s valuation could run in excess of $100 billion.