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Ottawa News | COVID-19
BREAKING
Ontario reports more than 1,200 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, including 63 in Ottawa
COVID-19 vaccinations begin for the general public in Ottawa
COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for March 5, 2021
Have a credit with Air Canada because of the pandemic? You may be closer to a refund
A COVID-19 March Break in Quebec
Some Ottawa landlords struggle amid high vacancy rates
Kingston pharmacies prepare to administer doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine as part of roll out
Renfrew County health unit warns patrons at Arnprior bar may have been exposed to COVID-19
COVID-19 variants detected in Ottawa's wastewater
Eight COVID-19 cases linked to outbreak at Kingston daycare
Kingston imposing 10 p.m. last call, no live music at bars for St. Patrick's Day
Ottawa inches closer to 'red-control' threshold with 80 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday
Ottawa, eastern Ontario municipalities receive COVID-19 financial boost from the Ontario government
CASES IN OTTAWA
Ottawa inches closer to 'red-control' threshold with 80 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday
COVID-19 hospitalizations in Ottawa on the rise; active cases drop below 500
COVID-19 hospitalizations rise, active cases fall Tuesday with 54 new cases in Ottawa
Ottawa sees 65 new COVID-19 cases, 1 new death Monday
Active COVID-19 cases in Ottawa back above 500, but city holding steady in 'orange' zone
Sixty-two more people in Ottawa test positive for COVID-19
HOW DOES IT AFFECT ME?
School bus service resumes Monday in Ottawa; masks mandatory for all Grade 1-12 students
CHEO sees 'disturbing trend' of infants with head trauma, fractures since September
253 COVID-19 doses left in Ottawa's freezers; city expects to receive more COVID-19 vaccines next week
Pet groomers want to be added to Ontario's list of essential businesses during COVID-19 lockdown
Queensway Carleton Hospital expands off-site operations at Kanata hotel
Ontario hair salons want Ontario to allow them to reopen amid lockdown
Seventh straight day with fewer than 100 new cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa
Schools in Ottawa and eastern Ontario to reopen Monday
Ottawa pushes Ontario government to allow small businesses to operate under same rules as big box stores
CHEO sees 50 per cent increase in kids needing emergency assessments for eating disorders during pandemic
Searching for an outdoor activity compromise amid COVID-19 restrictions
Cornwall man accused of violating order to self-isolate at facility under COVID-19 outbreak
COVID-19 VACCINE
Leeds, Grenville & Lanark opens COVID-19 vaccination clinics; almost 3,000 receive first dose
How do I get the coronavirus vaccine in Ottawa?
Here is when adults 80 and up can start getting COVID-19 vaccines in Ottawa
First COVID-19 vaccine doses for all retirement home residents to be completed Tuesday: memo
Ottawa school board chair asks province to prioritize education workers in vaccine rollout
COVID-19 TESTING
COVID-19 assessment centres see spike in tests for children
Single symptom COVID-19 screening returning for Ontario students Monday
COVID-19 rapid testing clinics identify nine students with COVID-19 at Ottawa schools
LONG TERM CARE HOMES
Deadly COVID-19 outbreak at Valley Stream Retirement Residence ends
How a Metcalfe long-term care home kept COVID-19 out
First doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in Ottawa will target retirement homes
Cornwall nurse's mask drawings bring joy to long-term care residents
Ottawa wrapping up COVID-19 vaccinations for long-term care residents
How should the federal government distribute COVID-19 vaccines? Per-capita or to COVID hard-hit areas
WHAT'S OPEN
Aylmer spa opens despite difficult economic landscape
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Cineplex opening all cinemas in Ottawa, eastern Ontario on Friday
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Ottawa Public Library offers new in-person services, Bookmobile returns to service
'This is so cool!': Brockville Railway Tunnel opens for first time in 2020
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Brockville Railway Tunnel to reopen Friday
WHAT'S CLOSED
Kanata pub Central Bierhaus closing after seven years
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'We have surrendered': Ottawa fitness and lifestyle business closes due to COVID-19
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ByTowne Cinema closing after more than 70 years
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Lansdowne Christmas market cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19
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‘We cannot go on’: Growing number of Ottawa restaurants shuttering due to COVID-19
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HOW CAN I GET HELP?
211 service sees increase in calls for help during pandemic
The challenges of this pandemic: A therapist offers coping tips to help you and your family through
CHEO opens drive-up mental health vitals clinic for patients
YOUR FINANCES DURING THE CRISIS
Worked from home in 2020? There's a tax deduction for that
CERB recipients should 'try not to get too scared' at tax time, accountant says
Two weeks left to apply for one-time child support funding from Ontario gov't
TAKING CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH
New Mental Health Alliance announced for Ottawa business owners
Lack of touch: Carleton University professor on what it means to our well-being
More children needing mental health support during COVID-19: CHEO
The challenges of this pandemic: A therapist offers coping tips to help you and your family through
Seven tips to manage anxiety, stress and isolation during the COVID-19 lockdown
'Help Is Available': Ottawa's top doctor encourages people to look after mental health during pandemic
COVID-19 pandemic impacting mental health of Ottawa residents: Survey
Royal offers new mental health support for health care workers during COVID-19 pandemic
A Friendly Voice is available for seniors alone and wanting to chat to someone
Support your mental health during COVID-19 pandemic: Dr. Etches
Mental Health Resources available in Ottawa during COVID-19
LENDING A HELPING HAND
As the need grows during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Salvation Army hopes you will fill the red Christmas Kettles
Cornwall, Ont., woodworker building free desks for virtual learning students
Donations flow in to help students stay hydrated at Smiths Falls schools
Canoe4COVID campaign exceeds fundraising goal as team approaches Ottawa
City of Ottawa Archives asks for your memories to remember the COVID-19 pandemic
11-year-old Ottawa boy creates ear protectors for workers during pandemic
Medical students volunteer to deliver groceries, prescriptions to isolated individuals
144,000 disposable masks to be donated to United Way's Facing Forward campaign
City of Ottawa seeking more donations of cloths masks for vulnerable residents
Community rallies to protect the most vulnerable from COVID-19
Eastern Ontario businesses pivot to produce hand sanitizer, PPE during COVID-19 pandemic
Crowdfunding campaign raises $30,000 for Wellington West, Hintonburg businesses
Local chef hoping community can help him keep the stove hot
Wu-Tang shirts raise $100,000 for Ottawa Food Bank
Volunteers have made 10,000 cloth masks for CHEO but donations still needed
Kingston woman makes homemade masks for friends, family and strangers
Helping students fuel their day; local charity looking to provide breakfast throughout summer
Facing Forward mask project during COVID-19 pandemic
Brockville start-up gives artists’ new platform to sell creations
Conquer COVID-19 drops off truckload of PPE in Ottawa
RESOURCES
Ottawa Public Health
Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region | 613-238-3311
Self-assessment: 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
Public Health Ontario
Telehealth: Toll-free 1-866-797-0000
Public Health Agency of Canada
World Health Organization on Coronavirus
Travel Notices
Emergency Assistance for Canadians Abroad
THINGS TO DO
Things to do during the provincewide lockdown
Santa Claus is coming to Ottawa malls, but stay six feet apart
NEW
The Ottawa Art Gallery is 'your' gallery, and you can visit for free
Canadian Museum of History, Canadian War Museum reopen exhibitions with COVID-19 measures in place
13 late summer staycation ideas in the Ottawa area
Drive-in movies in the works for Brockville
'This is so cool!': Brockville Railway Tunnel opens for first time in 2020
Brockville Railway Tunnel to reopen Friday
Berry farms becoming popular local getaway
Canadian Museum of Nature to reopen Labour Day weekend
UPDATED
13 activities for you and the family to do in August in the Ottawa area
NEW
Upper Canada Village offers a safe and unique experience for 2020
The summer for staycations: local residents help tourism industry recover
This 'Dark Sky' viewing site allows you to see the night sky without light pollution
Ottawa Tourism offers $100 gift card to visitors for two-night hotel stay
Ottawa Tourism offers $100 gift card to visitors for two-night hotel stay
Five more Ottawa Public Library branches reopen on Monday
Five places to cool off this weekend in Ottawa and Gatineau
Hidden Gems: Exploring your own Ottawa neighbourhood this summer
Decks become the new hot pandemic project, creating a run on lumber
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FROM ACROSS CANADA...
Toronto
BREAKING
Ontario reports surge in new COVID-19 infections with more than 1,200 cases added
Ontario to decide on public health restrictions for remaining three COVID-19 hot spots
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson
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Montreal
Quebec COVID-19 hospitalizations no longer dropping, report shows
COVID-19 researchers seek teachers, daycare staff in four Montreal neighbourhoods for study
Veteran died before winning $19M settlement in lawsuit over care at Ste-Anne's hospital
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Northern Ontario
North Bay woman accused in alleged murder plot
North Bay airsoft business fighting Liberals' Bill C-21 on guns
Ontario Premier Doug Ford to provide COVID-19 vaccine update Friday
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London
Walter Gretzky, father of hockey legend Wayne, dies at 82
Tow truck drivers rally to protect their own lives
Man arrested after sound of gunshots reported
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Vancouver
COVID-19 outbreak declared in 4th unit of Metro Vancouver hospital
Assault charges laid against 2 men after mask confrontation at Vancouver pizzeria caught on camera
Which regions of B.C. have had the most COVID-19 cases? New map offers insights
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Edmonton
Walter Gretzky, father of hockey legend, dead at 82
Alberta pastor jailed for COVID-19 violations to learn outcome of bail appeal this morning
Former Toronto Argonauts offensive lineman Chris Schultz dies at age 61
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Calgary
Where do we stand a year after Alberta's first presumptive case of COVID-19?
Calgarian charged in 'horrific' December hit-and-run that hospitalized pedestrians
Flames fire Geoff Ward, bring Darryl Sutter back as head coach
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Winnipeg
LIVE AT 10 A.M.
Eligible Manitobans could receive COVID-19 vaccine sooner under new plan
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson
The next phase of relaxed restrictions is now in effect across Manitoba
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Saskatoon
LIVE
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson
COVID-19 outbreak declared at two Saskatoon public schools
31-year-old woman charged in stabbing at Saskatoon business: police
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Vancouver Island
Another COVID-19 death on Vancouver Island as 35 new cases identified
Man who died in Beacon Hill Park fire identified
Several arrests made during RCMP search of notorious home in Courtenay
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NATIONAL HEADLINES...
Canada
LIVE
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson
Ontario to decide on public health restrictions for remaining three COVID-19 hot spots
Assault charges laid against 2 men after mask confrontation at Vancouver pizzeria caught on camera
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Entertainment
Dr. Seuss tops Amazon charts after 6 titles pulled over racist imagery
Movie reviews: 'Raya and the Last Dragon' contains poignant, joyful messages of the importance of togetherness and trust
How TikTok made 'WandaVision' must-see TV
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World
Swiss mull 'burqa ban' in vote centring on security, rights
Mississippi moves one step closer to banning transgender athletes from women's sports
Iran's Revolutionary Guard says airplane hijacking disrupted
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Health
LIVE
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson
COVID-19 death rates 10 times higher in countries where most adults are overweight, report finds
Beware false sense of security from COVID-19 gadgets, public health experts say
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Politics
LIVE
Canada authorizes one-shot COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson
India's top diplomat touts improved relations with Canada, open to sending more vaccines
Expect COVID-19 vaccine guidance to keep changing, say federal health officials
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Autos
February auto sales down from year ago due to lockdowns, supply chain disruptions
SUV in California crash where 13 died came through hole in border fence
Police warn of spike in catalytic converter thefts thanks to valuable metals
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