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    'Gut-wrenching' military report sheds light on grim conditions in Ontario nursing homes

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  • New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    One death, seven new cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Columbus Blue Jackets' Nick Foligno, left, pushes Vancouver Canucks' Tanner Pearson away from the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, March 1, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP / Jay LaPrete)

    NHL adopts 24-team playoff format if it can resume season

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  • A view of downtown Ottawa Monday, May 25, amid hazy, humid conditions.

    Ottawa-Gatineau the hot spot in Canada as heat wave continues

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    The Rideau Canal on Sunday, May 17. (Josh Pringle/CTV News Ottawa)

    Ottawa opens four cooling centres for residents during heat wave

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  • Peter D. Clark sign

    Another resident of Peter D. Clark home tests positive for COVID-19

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    How to prevent glasses from fogging up when wearing a mask

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  • The downtown branch of the Ottawa Public Library.

    Ottawa Public Library plans to launch curbside pickup on June 15

    A physician's stethoscope is shown in this file photo.

    Orleans medical clinic closing due to COVID-19 financial problems

  • Savvy Footwear and Accessories in Brockville has a sign on the door to remind customers of the COVID-19 measures. (Nathan Vandermeer/CTV News Ottawa)

    Retailers reopen in Brockville, offering different ways to shop during pandemic

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    Nordik Spa-Nature in Chelsea, Que. Courtesy: Nordik / Photolux

    Le Nordik Spa set to reopen June 1 for massages

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    City eyes expanded spaces for patios when restaurants reopen during pandemic

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    Driver facing charges after Ottawa Police officer dragged 500 metres by a vehicle

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    Ottawa Police allege man pretended to be a security guard

    City staff recommend Ottawa allow e-scooters in Ottawa (Photo courtesy City of Ottawa)

    City committee asked to green light e-scooter use in Ottawa

  • A person touches the flowers of an apple tree at Mooney's Bay Park in Ottawa, on Saturday, May 23, 2020, as people head outdoors to enjoy the warm weather in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Things to do in Ottawa during COVID-19 pandemic

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    Winners, Marshalls, HomeSense stores reopening Wednesday in Ontario, Quebec, N.S.

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  • Two people walk in the deserted parking lot at IKEA in Ottawa, as it remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on Sunday, April 5, 2020. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    IKEA reopens in Ottawa during COVID-19 pandemic

    A couple wear masks while out for a walk in downtown Ottawa during the COVID-19 pandemic on Friday, May 1, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

    Regional reopening framework being discussed by provincial officials, top doc in eastern Ontario says

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  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced new and enhanced benefits to help workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Pexels)

    Post-secondary students call for tax credit to cover online learning costs

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    Outaouais schools in the Western Quebec School Board will be closed Wednesday because of a heat wave, the board says.

    Western Quebec School Board closing Outaouais schools Wednesday amid heatwave

  • New supervised injection site approved

    Councillor calls for expansion of 'Safe Supply' of drugs in Ottawa

    Elliot Berinstein says he finally received a hair cream from Well.ca he ordered nearly eight years ago. (Elliot Berinstein)

    Toronto man says Canada Post just delivered package he ordered 8 years ago

  • A Porter Airlines plane lands next to a taxiing plane at Toronto's Island Airport on Friday, November 13, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

    Porter Airlines extends flight suspensions once again

    At Novavax labs in Rockville, Maryland, Dr. Nita Patel lifts a vial with a potential COVID-19 vaccine. (AFP)

    Ontario reports lowest number of new COVID-19 cases since end of March

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  • Ottawa Police

    Man treated for minor injuries after being assaulted and robbed near Parliament Hill

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    Confederation Line to shut down May 31-June 3; one of 'several closures' this summer

  • An Indigo store in Ottawa.

    Chapters, Indigo stores reopen in Ottawa with new pandemic measures

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau holds his daily briefing from Rideau Cottage amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

    PM plans to take COVID-19 antibody test, says more PPE coming

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  • A closed store front boutique business called Francis Watson pleads for help displaying a sign in Toronto on Thursday, April 16, 2020.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

    Five business groups urge Ontario to stop commercial evictions during pandemic

    People practice physical distancing as they enjoy the warm weather at Mooney's Bay Beach in Ottawa, on Saturday, May 23, 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Ottawa Bylaw issues three tickets, 150 verbal warnings for COVID-19 violations over the weekend

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    Ottawa Police issue 822 tickets during COVID-19 speeding blitz

    New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    One death, five new cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

  • A WestJet plane takes off from Vancouver International Airport in Vancouver on Monday, May 13, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward

    Airline passengers push for refunds after flights cancelled amid COVID-19

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    Stella Luna Gelato Cafe on Bank Street says a man spit in the face of an employee on Saturday (Photo courtesy: Facebook/StellaLunaCafe)

    Ottawa Police investigate incident at Bank Street gelato shop

  • Coconut Lagoon fire

    Fire at Coconut Lagoon restaurant deemed preventable

    A cluster of road construction signs in Ottawa, Ont.

    Ottawa's construction season ramps-up during COVID-19 pandemic

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  • City of Ottawa

    Councillors announce widening of Bank Street to four lanes in Findlay Creek area

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    COVID-19 masks challenging for hearing impaired

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  • A lotto Max ticket is shown in Toronto on Monday Feb. 26, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS

    Ontario offers loan of up to $500M to lottery and gaming corporation

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stands during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Ottawa on Monday, May 25, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

    Feds pledge to push provinces for paid sick leave following NDP prompt

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    Driver charged with speeding twice in one day on Highway 401: OPP

    Ottawa Police seized a crime gun during an investigation on Palmadeo Drive. (Photo courtesy: Ottawa Police)

    Two men facing charges after police seize gun in Barrhaven investigation

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    52 per cent of Ottawa residents opposed urban boundary expansion: Poll

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    CTV National News with Lisa LaFlamme wins Best National Newscast at CSAs

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  • Ottawa Police say there was no foul play involved in a death at an Overbrook high-rise on Friday, May 22.

    Donald Street death deemed non suspicious: Ottawa Police

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    Ontario pushes back date for expanding social gatherings after spike in COVID-19 cases

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  • The CHEO Telethon is live on CTV Ottawa on June 7.

    CHEO Telethon kicks off virtually during COVID-19 pandemic

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    Eastern Ontario top doc concerned about people gathering in large groups during pandemic

  • Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante slips on her protective mask during a news conference in Montreal, on Thursday, May 14, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

    'Convincing' evidence suggests cloth masks may help reduce COVID-19 transmission

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    A man gets tested at a COVID-19 testing clinic Thursday May 14, 2020 in Montreal.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

    Any Ottawa resident can be tested for COVID-19: Ottawa Public Health

  • Businesses

    More testing key for consumer, business confidence: Chamber of Commerce

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    Rick Chiarelli's defiant defence

    Chiarelli has ‘no intention’ to participate in investigation: Integrity Commissioner

  • A day at the beach during the COVID-19 pandemic (Leah Larocque/CTV NEws Ottawa)

    Ottawa residents enjoy beach day as Humidex makes it feel like 31 degrees

    Large crowds seen at Trinity Bellwoods Park on Saturday.

    Several tickets issued at crowded Toronto park after people spotted urinating, defecating in driveways, backyards

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  • In this March 4, 2020, file photo, Philadelphia Flyers left wing James van Riemsdyk (25) skates with the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

    Isolating away from family a 'hot topic' as NHL plots return

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    Villa Wolf Pinot Noir 2017, Licenciado Reserva 2015, Hahn Pinot Gris 2018, Hidden Bench Winery Riesling 2017, Château Bellevue La Forêt Rosé 2019

    Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week - May 25, 2020

  • New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Five deaths, nine new cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    A day at the beach at the Aylmer Marina on Sunday, May 24 (Leah Larocque/CTV News Ottawa)

    Gatineau Police step up patrols at Aylmer Marina

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  • A bicycle police officer patrols Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto on Sunday, May 24, 2020. Warm weather and a reduction in COVID-19 restrictions has many looking to the outdoors for relief. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn)

    'It felt like it was a disservice to us': Infectious disease specialist reacts to crowded park

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    City of Ottawa

    Ottawa considers regulations for tow truck drivers and companies

  • Pall bearers carry the casket of RCAF Capt. Jennifer Casey during a homecoming ceremony at Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Enfield, N.S. on Sunday, May 24, 2020. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan)

    Procession for Snowbirds crash victim makes its way through Halifax

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    Healthcare workers do testing at a drive-thru COVID-19 assessment centre at the Etobicoke General Hospital in Toronto on April 21, 2020. The spectre of headline-grabbing false-positive test results should not rattle the public's confidence in efforts to track COVID-19 in Canada, observers say. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

    Ontario records another spike in new COVID-19 cases

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  • Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks during the daily briefing at Queen's Park in Toronto on Friday May 22, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jack Boland

    Ontario to release testing strategy for COVID-19 next week, premier encourages residents to get tested

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    The Alexandra Bridge connects Ottawa and Gatineau over the Ottawa River.

    Alexandra Bridge reopens after three week closure

  • The MS Walk is being held virtually this year (Photo courtesy: Facebook: MSSocietyCanada)

    MS Walk held virtually due to COVID-19 pandemic

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    Lack of personal protective equipment a challenge for Canada's funeral providers

  • Ottawa firefighters respond to a fire at the apartment above the Coconut Lagoon restaurant on St. Laurent Boulevard May 22, 2020. UPDATED

    Coconut Lagoon restaurant severely damaged by fire

    Peter D. Clark Centre

    Fourth resident of Peter D. Clark home dies of COVID-19 complications

  • Montreal Canadiens' Artturi Lehkonen, right, celebrates with Noah Juulsen after Juulsen scored a goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders on Friday, March 2, 2018, in New York. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Frank Franklin II

    Canada's NHL teams offer varying refund options to season-ticket holders

    New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Eight new COVID-19 related deaths in Ottawa, 2 new cases reported Saturday

  • Siblings Joanne Yule and François Gagnon meet for the first time in Kingston, Ont. May 23, 2020. (Kimberley Johnson / CTV News Ottawa)

    Long-lost siblings meet for the first time in Kingston, Ont.

    Ottawa firefighters on the scene of a grass fire on Mitch Owens Road Saturday, May 23, 2020. (Photo: Scott Stilborn / @OFSFirePhoto / Twitter) NEW

    Third grass fire in Ottawa Saturday; one person assessed for smoke inhalation

  • A laboratory technical assistant at LifeLabs, handles a specimen to be tested for COVID-19 after scanning its barcode upon receipt at the company's lab, in Surrey, B.C., on March 26, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

    Ontario records more than 400 new cases of COVID-19 for third straight day

    Ottawa Fire

    Fire crews battle grass fire in Orleans; second fire of the day

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    Ottawa firefighters put out early morning brush fire near Mud Lake

    A Lotto Max ticket is shown in Toronto on Monday Feb. 26, 2018. (THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    No winning ticket for Friday night's $10 million Lotto Max jackpot

  • The Texture Hair Salon on Dalhousie Street is closing down as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Texture Hair Salon / Facebook)

    ByWard Market hair salon closes doors amid COVID-19 pandemic

    Gatineau Fire Service vehicle. (File Photo)

    Gatineau firefighters douse blazes at two multi-unit homes; five firefighters injured

  • Cars drive along the highway as a sign reminds drivers to stay vigilant about the COVID-19 virus in Ottawa, Friday, March 27, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

    Avoiding second wave of COVID-19 is up to us: Ottawa health officials

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    Ontario COVID-19 testing

    Present for COVID-19 testing if you have any symptoms: Dr. Etches

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  • Ottawa police

    Ottawa Police investigate several residential break-ins in Westboro area

    OPP

    Arnprior man facing charges after OPP respond to attempted abduction call

  • The Liberal, Conservative, New Democrat and Green Party logos. (The Canadian Press)

    All four major federal parties apply for federal wage subsidy

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    A news reporter holds a bottle of hand sanitizer on Friday, June 12, 2009 in Regina, Sask. (Troy Fleece / THE CANADIAN PRESS) NEW

    Hand sanitizer can ignite if left in a hot vehicle: Alberta doctors

  • An Air Canada Boeing 737 is seen in this undated file photo. (The Canadian Press / Darryl Dyck)

    Air Canada offers vouchers with no expiry for cancelled flights

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    Ottawa’s first "U-Pick Tulip Farm" is open at Green Corners Farm just east of downtown in Edwards. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa)

    Ottawa’s first ‘U-Pick Tulip Farm’ opens during COVID-19 pandemic

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