COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for June 25, 2021
The latest on COVID-19 in Ottawa for Friday, June 25, 2021.
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What to know about relaxed travel measures for fully vaccinated Canadians
Relaxed travel rules for fully vaccinated Canadians may make visiting the United States easier for some, but uncertainly around travelling with unvaccinated children is already causing frustration for others, travel experts say.
Canadians must be savvy in navigating COVID-19 expertise: observers
As scientific and medical discourse plays out in real time online and in the media during the COVID-19 pandemic, observers specializing in science and risk communication say Canadians must be even more discerning in choosing which expert voices they listen to and amplify.
What should I know about the Delta variant?
Experts say the Delta variant spreads more easily because of mutations that make it better at latching onto cells in our bodies.
WHO estimates COVID-19 boosters needed yearly for most vulnerable
The World Health Organization forecasts that people most vulnerable to COVID-19, such as the elderly, will need to get an annual vaccine booster to be protected against variants, an internal document seen by Reuters shows.
No evidence linking COVID-19 vaccinations for children and fertility issues later in life: experts
Concerns about whether COVID-19 vaccines will cause long-term fertility-related issues have rekindled as more children aged 12 and over are vaccinated in Canada and elsewhere, but experts say time-tested scientific research around vaccines shows these claims are baseless.
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CRA estimates 30,000 self-employed people may not have to repay CERB
The Canada Revenue Agency says thousands of self-employed workers who received emergency benefits last year won't have to repay any of it, as long as they meet certain conditions.
CRA says it had 'two to three times' as many people calling with tax queries in 2021 tax season
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) says it has received a significantly higher volume of calls from taxpayers this tax season compared to a year ago and, as a result, wait times to access services have also increased.
Accountants, politicians call on Canada Revenue Agency to delay income tax deadline
The federal government has not extended the April 30 tax deadline for 2020 returns, and accountants say that’s leaving some Canadians in a lurch.
Filing 2020 taxes late could lead to months of delays for COVID-19 financial aid, says CRA
With income tax deadlines approaching, the federal government is warnings that filing late could mean delays of up to two months for anyone hoping to receive any of the various COVID-19 financial relief benefits.
Why doctors, advocates are calling for permanent paid sick days for Canadian workers
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.
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COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for June 25, 2021
The latest on COVID-19 in Ottawa for Friday, June 25, 2021.
What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: June 25-27
CTVNewsOttawa.ca looks at things to do in Ottawa, eastern Ontario and western Quebec this weekend.
Two Ottawa Police constables charged in corruption investigation
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) says two constables with the force have been charged with a variety of offences in a corruption investigation.
Pfizer vaccines again available at Ottawa community clinics
The city of Ottawa confirms a "relatively small number of residents" declined to receive the Moderna vaccine because they wanted a Pfizer shot for their second dose.
Rainy weekend in the forecast for Ottawa
The first full weekend of summer is expected to be a wet one.
Serial cat killer in Ottawa’s west end is a coyote, police say
Ottawa police launched an investigation after seven cats were found deceased, sparking fears of a serial cat killer in the area.
Man charged after 1.4 kilograms of fentanyl seized by Ottawa Police Drug Unit
Ottawa Police say a 23-year-old man is facing charges following “one of the largest single seizures of fentanyl ever made by the Ottawa Police Service Drug Unit.”
Haircuts, small indoor gatherings allowed in Ottawa starting June 30 as Ontario moves to Step 2
Citing the province's vaccination rate and a steady decline in COVID-19 case numbers, Ontario will move to Step 2 of reopening a few days ahead of schedule on June 30.
Chris Larsen among six players released by Ottawa Redblacks
Ottawa Redblacks defensive lineman Chris Larsen, who denies any involvement in an alleged homophobic attack on Toronto Island earlier this month, was one of six players released by the Ottawa Redblacks Thursday.
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Cowessess First Nation says 751 unmarked graves found near former Sask. residential school
Cowessess First Nation says it has found an estimated 751 unmarked graves on the grounds of the former Marieval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan.
15 arrests, tear gas and a flipped cop car as Montreal Canadiens eliminate Golden Knights, advance to finals
A police cruiser was flipped onto its side and tear gas was sprayed to disperse rowdy crowds after the Montreal Canadiens' overtime win against the Las Vegas Golden Knights to advance to the finals of the Stanley Cup.
Death toll in Florida collapse rises to 4; 159 remain missing
Nearly 100 people remain missing Friday morning, a day after a 12-storey building in Miami collapsed into rubble early Thursday.
'Is he here amongst all these graves?': Survivors recall abuse after hundreds of remains found near Sask. residential school
With hundreds more unmarked graves discovered on the grounds of a former residential school in Saskatchewan, survivors of the system are once again speaking out about their experiences.
Ontario pastor under fire for comments about 'good that was done' by residential schools
A Mississauga, Ont. pastor has issued a public apology for comments he made about the 'good that was done' in residential schools operated by the Catholic Church.
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Derek Chauvin to be sentenced today for Floyd's murder
Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty of all charges in the death of George Floyd.
Bennett apologizes for 'insensitive' text to Wilson-Raybould
Wilson-Raybould says Bennett's text is part of 'pattern of behaviour' from Trudeau government
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TWINS: This Arkansas man is a dead ringer for Prince Harry
A man in Arkansas is a complete ringer for Prince Harry, and the royal replica has been all the rage on TikTok. ABC's Will Ganss reports.
Ont. mom shares incredible story of son born 4 months early
Jaxen Green arrived premature, the size of Sharpie marker on Feb. 5.
Indigenous Circle: Drawing on horror, healing and hope
In this edition of Indigenous Circle, Merella Fernandez has the story of how the discovery of 215 unmarked graves in B.C. inspired one Ontario artist's creations.
