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  • Ottawa father Jeff Lewin-Coudriau was forced to watch the birth of his son on cellphone Friday due to COVID-19 protocols at the Ottawa Hospital. (Photo courtesy: Jeff Lewin-Coudriau)

    COVID-19 protocols leave Ottawa father outside of the delivery room for son's birth

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  • From left, Toby, 5, Caplan, 7, Mae, 8, and Claire, 8, toboggan at Mooney's Bay Park, in Ottawa on Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

    Ottawa bans sledding at Mooney's Bay Hill after large crowds gather at popular winter attraction

    Prime Minister Justin Trudeau holds a press conference at Rideau Cottage in Ottawa on Friday, Jan. 22, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

    Trudeau considers mandatory hotel quarantine for returning travellers

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  • New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Ottawa sees double-digit increase in COVID-19 cases on Friday, positivity rate drops to 3.2 per cent

    Costco

    Ontario plans weekend inspection blitz targeting Ottawa's big box stores

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  • Starbucks in Ottawa’s Byward Market, will be closing in the coming weeks. The coffee-chain has accelerated plans to close up to 300 locations across Canada by March and it’s another blow to the city’s downtown sector as business struggle to survive. Ottawa, ON. (Tyler Fleming/CTV News Ottawa)

    Starbucks closing ByWard Market location; other businesses look to survive during pandemic

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    Ottawa Public Health shows how COVID-19 can spread in the workplace and at family gatherings. (Graphic courtesy: Ottawa Public Health)

    How one person attending a family gathering and work led to 15 COVID-19 cases in Ottawa

  • The landing page for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit is seen in Toronto, Monday, Aug. 10, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Giordano Ciampini

    CERB recipients should 'try not to get too scared' at tax time, accountant says

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    A highway sign notifies drivers to stay-home as they make their way along the Queensway in Ottawa on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Ottawa hospitals top doctors urge people to stay home, stop in-person socializing so hospitals can continue delivering care

  • Bank Street bridge and TD Place from the Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa. (P. Seguin/CTV Viewer)

    NCC does not have authority to enforce public health orders on Rideau Canal, Gatineau Park: CEO

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    Schools in Renfrew County will be open for in-person learning on Monday, Jan. 25. (Dylan Dyson/CTV News Ottawa)

    Parents, health unit ready for kids to return to class Monday in Renfrew County

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  • Queen Elizabeth Driveway is closed to traffic from Laurier Avenue to Fifth Avenue (Josh Pringle/CTV News Ottawa)

    NCC opening section of Queen Elizabeth Driveway to active transportation users during COVID-19 pandemic

    Gov. Gen. Julie Payette leaves along with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after delivering the throne speech in the Senate chamber in Ottawa on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyl

    In light of 'stark' $393K report into ex-GG Payette, PM reassessing how successor picked

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  • Microbiologist Marielle Bedotto-Buffet prepares a sample at the University Hospital Institute for Infectious Diseases in Marseille, southern France, Wednesday Jan. 13, 2021, to study the highly contagious COVID-19 variant that has been discovered in the UK. (AP Photo/Daniel Cole)

    Ontario couple who contracted U.K. COVID-19 variant charged after allegedly misleading contact tracers

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    A new animal control bylaw in Prescott would require cat owners to keep the pets on a leash off your property.

    Pet owners must treat dogs and cats equally under new Prescott bylaw

  • People make their way along Somerset Street during the first day of the Ontario stay home order in Ottawa on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Ontario teams up with Ottawa sports teams, tourism sector to encourage residents to Stay Home during COVID-19 pandemic

    Bhupinderpal Gill (left), Gurpreet Ronald (right)

    New trial scheduled to begin in February in death of Jagtar Gill in Ottawa

  • Gov. Gen. Julie Payette walks in the chamber after greeting Senators before delivering the Speech from the Throne, at the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa, on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

    Gov. Gen. Julie Payette resigns, says 'I am sorry' after 'tensions have arisen at Rideau Hall'

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    Elly Pergant Johnson, 10, left, and Elsie Sutherland, 10, right, play under the snow-laden branches of a bush during a snowstorm in Ottawa, on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. A snowfall warning is in effect with Environment Canada predicting between 15 to 30 cm of snow by tonight. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Jan. 22-24

  • Gatineau Police issued a $108 fine to the driver of a snow-covered vehicle. (Gatineau Police/Facebook)

    Gatineau driver fined $108 for snow-covered car

    A pedestrian walks past The Bank of Canada in Ottawa on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for Jan. 22, 2021

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    COVID-19 hits Ottawa's tourism sector; hotel bookings down 70 per cent in 2020

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    Elly Pergant Johnson, 10, left, and Elsie Sutherland, 10, right, play under the snow-laden branches of a bush during a snowstorm in Ottawa, on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Weekend cooldown ahead in Ottawa

  • Library at Parliament Hill from above, overlooking the Ottawa River on winter's day. (Photo by SGC on Unsplash)

    Stay at home orders, Quebec curfew: An update on COVID-19 measures in Ottawa-Gatineau

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    Jake, a Newfoundland mix, is recovering at the Ottawa Humane Society after being found in Dunrobin on Jan. 10. (Photo courtesy: Ottawa Humane Society)

    Emaciated dog found with chain collar embedded in its neck in Dunrobin

  • Horse Logger Alex "Alec" McGrath has been skidding timber for more than 60 winters in the Upper Ottawa Valley. (Joel Haslam/CTV News Ottawa)

    The Ottawa Valley's Horse Logger Alec McGrath: More than 60 winters in the forest

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    Kingston residents walk down the street wearing masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Kimberley Johnson / CTV News Ottawa)

    Despite low numbers, Kingston should continue under lockdown; region's top doctor says

  • Benoit Leduc shovels his driveway during a major snowstorm in Ottawa on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. A snowfall warning is in effect with Environment Canada predicting between 15 to 30 cm of snow by tonight. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Ottawa issues overnight parking ban after Thursday snowfall

    Ottawa police

    Ottawa police receive 33 complaints about sexual violence, sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace

  • Skating on the Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa, Ont. (Photo by Matthew Fournier of Unsplash)

    Rideau Canal Skateway on track to open early next week: NCC

    New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Ottawa sees triple-digit increase in COVID-19 cases on Thursday

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    Second death linked to COVID-19 in Renfrew County

    Pay increase for Ontario PSWs

    Ontario offering no cost training for up to 300 PSWs to work in Ottawa long-term care homes

  • Valley Stream home battles new outbreak

    Ten deaths linked to COVID-19 at Ottawa retirement residence

    OPP

    G2 driver clocked at 169 km/h while racing on Hwy. 417: OPP

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    'Kids need to go back to school:' Renfrew's top doctor supports reopening schools on Monday

    The OPP says officers seized cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine from a home in Iroquois. (Photo courtesy: Ontario Provincial Police)

    Two people facing charges after OPP seize meth, fentanyl and cocaine at Iroquois home

  • A look at the power outage in Ottawa on Thursday, Jan. 21. (Photo courtesy: Hydro Ottawa)

    Power restored for 10,000 customers in ByWard Market, Lowertown, Sandy Hill and Vanier

    Wendy Richards’s home in Manotick being supported by a pile of gravel under a tarp. (Dave Charbonneau/CTV News Ottawa)

    Ottawa homeowner shocked to find major excavation inches from her home

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  • School

    Ottawa schools will remain closed for in-person learning next week, Ontario government announces

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    People walk on the snow-covered street in Ottawa's Glebe neighbourhood during a major snowstorm on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. A snowfall warning is in effect with Environment Canada predicting between 15 to 30 cm of snow by tonight. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for Jan. 21, 2021

  • The Office of the Fire Marshal says a fire in Oxford Mills that left four people dead was caused by a dry Christmas tree that ignited.

    Dry Christmas tree caused fatal North Grenville fire

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    Newly released data from the City of Ottawa shows the intersection of Hunt Club Road and Riverside Drive has kept its title as the worst intersection in the city for collisions.

    These are the 10 most dangerous intersections in Ottawa

  • Fireworks are displayed over the White House as part of Inauguration Day ceremonies for U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

    Biden takes the helm, appeals for unity to take on crises

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    A man makes his way to a COVID-19 assessment centre setup at a city building Saturday, March 14, 2020 in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    'Encouraging indicators' on COVID-19 in Ottawa: Etches

  • Mental health

    More children needing mental health support during COVID-19: CHEO

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    First vaccine given in Ottawa

    Long-term care homes the priority for Ottawa’s limited COVID-19 vaccine supply

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  • More than 450 rapid tests have been administered to essential caregivers at Maxville Manor since mid-December. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa)

    COVID-19 rapid test pilot project showing promising results at Maxville care home

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    The Limestone District School Board Education Centre. (Kimberley Johnson/CTV News Ottawa)

    Kingston, Brockville, and Belleville schools will reopen on Monday for in-person learning

  • Ottawa Police vehicles at the scene of a crime in January 2018. (CTV Ottawa)

    Suspect steals Bobcat at Ottawa construction site, tries to break into several sheds, says Ottawa police

    New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Weekly COVID-19 trends in Ottawa showing signs of improvement

  • Ottawa police

    Ottawa man, 77, charged with sexually assaulting girls in his spouse's care

    Ottawa serial killer Camille Cleroux, who killed two ex-wives and a neighbour over a 20-year period, has died in a British Columbia prison on January 17, 2021. At the time of his death, Cleroux was serving a life sentence since June 2012.

    Ottawa killer dies in B.C. prison

  • Ottawa Police

    G1 driver clocked at 57 km/h over speed limit in Ottawa’s east end

    Exterior view of Joyceville Institution in Kingston, Ontario. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Lars Hagberg

    Six Kingston-area prisons receiving COVID-19 vaccinations for most vulnerable inmates

  • Ottawa police

    Ottawa man charged under Quarantine Act after allegedly disobeying post-travel rules

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    Ontario's Special Investigations Unit headquarters in Mississauga, Ont.. (Colin Perkel / THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Police watchdog investigating death of man in Ottawa police custody

  • Fire crew remained at the scene Wednesday morning of an overnight fire on Kirkwood Avenue. (Jim O'Grady/CTV News Ottawa)

    Man dies of injuries following overnight fire in Ottawa's Westboro neighbourhood

    A person walks with a sign near a drum circle during a vigil supporting a peaceful transition from U.S. President Donald Trump to president-elect Joe Biden, on Jan. 18, 2021. (Ted S. Warren / AP)

    Canadians tune in to Joe Biden inauguration amid pandemic threat, violence concerns

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  • Outgoing U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump speak to the media as they depart the White House in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2021. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP) (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)

    Trump bids farewell to Washington, hints of comeback

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    Pfizer vaccine

    City officials adjusting vaccine rollout following news of zero shipments next week

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  • Ottawa police investigating a fatal collision on Southwood Drive north of Baseline Road, Jan. 19, 2021. A man in his 70s died of his injuries after being hit by a vehicle. (CTV News Ottawa)

    Pedestrian dies following crash in Nepean

    Library at Parliament Hill from above, overlooking the Ottawa River on winter's day. (Photo by SGC on Unsplash)

    Wednesday weather: Cold and crisp with some sun in the afternoon

  • A highway sign notifies drivers to stay-home as they make their way along the Queensway in Ottawa on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for Jan. 20, 2021

    Joe Biden walks out after speaking at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 10, 2020. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)

    From Alberta's oilsands to tariffs, how Biden's presidency could change Canada

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  • New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Ottawa sees lowest daily COVID-19 case count in three weeks

    Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks during his daily updates regarding COVID-19 at Queen's Park in Toronto on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

    Ontario premier blasts Pfizer following news of COVID-19 vaccine shortage

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  • Public Services and Procurement Minister Anita Anand , Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Major General Dany Fortin arrive for a news conference in Ottawa, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

    Feds on defensive as no Pfizer vaccine shipment arriving next week

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    Marco Santangelo and Moca Ford pose with their igloo in Carleton Place, Ont. (Dylan Dyson / CTV News Ottawa)

    Carleton Place, Ont. igloo becomes blending of two cultures

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  • Skating on the Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa, Ont. (Photo by Matthew Fournier of Unsplash)

    NCC asking residents not to travel to skate on Rideau Canal

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    OC Transpo

    OC Transpo driver, last at work Jan. 15, tests positive for COVID-19

  • The Valley Stream Retirement Residence in Ottawa. Jan. 17, 2021. (Mike Mersereau / CTV News Ottawa)

    COVID-19 vaccines delivered to Ottawa retirement home experiencing deadly outbreak

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    A collage of snowmen around Ottawa submitted but CTV Ottawa viewers.

    Winter wonderland: A look at snow art across Ottawa

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  • City of Ottawa By-Law Services

    Ottawa Bylaw handed out five fines, five warnings since start of stay-at-home order

    File image.

    City to prioritize second doses of COVID-19 vaccines as Pfizer cut limits supply

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  • People walk on the snow-covered street in Ottawa's Glebe neighbourhood during a major snowstorm on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. A snowfall warning is in effect with Environment Canada predicting between 15 to 30 cm of snow by tonight. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Some flurries expected in Ottawa on Tuesday

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    Paramedics wheel a gurney out from the emergency department at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston

    Ontario reports fewer than 2,000 new COVID-19 cases, cites technical issue in Toronto

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  • A man wears a face mask as he sits on a street in Montreal, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Canada and around the world. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

    Daily coronavirus cases continue to drop as Quebec reports 1,386 new cases of COVID-19, and 55 deaths

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    Conservative MP Derek Sloan attends a Conservative caucus retreat on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on January 24, 2020. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang)

    Tories unsettled over whether ends justify the means in ouster of Derek Sloan

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  • People make their way along Somerset Street during the first day of the Ontario stay home order in Ottawa on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for Jan. 19, 2021

    Gatineau police are investigating the suspicious death of a baby on rue des Étudiants in the Hull sector. Jan. 18, 2021. (Ian Urbach / CTV News Ottawa)

    Woman charged following baby's death in Gatineau, Que.

  • An ICU health-care worker shown inside a negative pressure room cares for a COVID-19 patient on a ventilator at the Humber River Hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic in Toronto on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

    Ontario patients to be ranked for life-saving care should ICUs become full, documents show

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    Dr. Mary Naciuk, a family doctor in south Ottawa, uses a blowtorch to touch up her sculpted snow dragon on her front lawn. Jan. 17, 2021 (Mike Mersereau / CTV News Ottawa)

    How an Ottawa woman built a majestic snow dragon in her front yard

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  • Governor General David Johnston invests Rabbi Reuven Bulka of Ottawa into the Order of Canada to during a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Wednesday, May 7, 2014. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS)

    Ottawa's Rabbi Reuven Bulka shares his thoughts ahead of interfaith prayer vigil

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    New cases of COVID-19 in Ottawa

    Ottawa sees fewer than 100 new cases of COVID-19 in one-day dip, two new deaths

  • Student learning online. (Shutterstock)

    Learning During Lockdown: Ideas for the kids during stay-at-home school

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    Stand-ins for U.S. president-elect Joe Biden, Traci Pough, right, and vice president-elect Kamala Harris, Shana Chandler, left, at the Capitol in Washington, on Jan. 18, 2021. (J. Scott Applewhite / AP) UPDATED

    Biden inauguration rehearsal evacuated after fire in homeless camp

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  • A black dog runs through snow carrying a snowball in its mouth. (Photo by Tsuneya on Unsplash)

    COVID-19 in Ottawa: Fast Facts for Jan. 18, 2021

    The Valley Stream Retirement Residence in Ottawa. Jan. 17, 2021. (Mike Mersereau / CTV News Ottawa)

    COVID-19 outbreak at Valley Stream Retirement Residence claims four lives

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  • A snowman at the Ottawa sign in the ByWard Market on the morning of Saturday, Jan. 16, 2020. (Shaun Vardon/CTV News Ottawa)

    After the snow, a cold week ahead in Ottawa

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    St. Faustina Parish in Cumberland, Ont. (Shaun Vardon / CTV News Ottawa)

    A Cumberland church finding ways to keep the spirit alive

  • Jean and Estelle Laporte, co-owners of J.A. Laporte Flowers and Nursery. The popular shop in Orléans is closing its doors after 60 years. (Photo supplied by Jean and Estelle Laporte)

    Beloved Orleans staple J.A. Laporte Flowers and Nursery closing after 60 years in business

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