'The children really get left in the dust': Mixed reaction to CUPE strike vote
Parents in Waterloo region are expressing mixed emotions after members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) voted in favour of strike action.
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Waterloo mayor thanks university students for ‘positive progress’ in open letter on homecoming
Waterloo Mayor Dave Jaworsky issued a letter to students to thank those involved in the Wilfrid Laurier University’s annual Homecoming weekend.
One person stabbed on U of G Arboretum trail: Police
The Guelph Police Service said one person sustained a minor wound to his arm after an “unprovoked” stabbing in the University of Guelph Arboretum.
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Missing woman and newborn baby located in London, Ont.
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Ontario gas prices set to take one of the biggest one-day jumps in a decade
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Victim identified in fatal motorcycle crash in Wellington County
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Ontario education workers vote 96.5 per cent in favour of strike
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Man arrested in Guelph for impaired driving after falsely claiming he was his twin brother
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One person stabbed on U of G Arboretum trail: Police
The Guelph Police Service said one person sustained a minor wound to his arm after an “unprovoked” stabbing in the University of Guelph Arboretum.
Man arrested in Guelph for impaired driving after falsely claiming he was his twin brother
A London man, 24, is facing charges of impaired driving and obstruction after falsely identifying himself as his twin brother on the weekend.
Youth faces charges after pulling a knife during a fight
A 16-year-old is facing weapons charges after a disturbance on Saturday night.
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Two big lottery tickets in Ontario are about to expire if no one claims them
Two winning lottery tickets in Ontario are on the verge of expiring.
This is how Ontario’s new minimum wage compares to the rest of Canada
The province’s minimum wage rose on Saturday, and while Ontarians got a raise, it isn’t the highest rate in the country.
What people flying at Toronto Pearson need to know about the new travel rules
Travellers flying into Toronto Pearson International Airport will soon no longer need to show proof of vaccination or wear a face mask as of Oct. 1.
Kids' Tylenol, Advil liquid and chewable in 'significant shortage' in Ontario
Tylenol and Advil for children – both in liquid and chewable forms – are under a 'significant shortage,' leading pharmacists to control supply and recommend cutting adult doses for children, according to the Ontario Pharmacists Association.
Investors scramble to recoup money from 23-year-old 'Crypto King' who allegedly owes $35 million
A 23-year-old self-described 'Crypto King' from Ontario allegedly owes at least $35 million to investors but most of the money has disappeared.
Insurance rates rising by as much as 12% as traffic return to pre-pandemic levels
During the pandemic many insurance companies cut premiums or offered rebates, but now that traffic is returning to pre-pandemic levels, some insurance companies are raising their rates.
What you need to know about the September 30 holiday today
The second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is here and there are some things you should know about who gets the day off in Ontario.
New house becomes 'disaster' for Ontario couple who skipped home inspection
An Ontario couple says they discovered a 'disaster' soon after moving into their new house, which they bought without a home inspection.
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Legault wins 2022 Quebec election with a majority government
Francois Legault has been elected for a second mandate as Quebec premier with a majority government. Within eight minutes of the polls closing across the province at 8 p.m. EST, CTV News declared Coalition Avenir Québec has secured a resounding win in the Quebec legislature.
Trump sues CNN claiming defamation, seeks US$475M in punitive damages
Former U.S. president Donald Trump sued CNN for defamation on Monday, seeking US$475 million in punitive damages and claiming the network had carried out a 'campaign of libel and slander' against him.
North Korea fires missile over Japan
North Korea on Tuesday fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile over Japan for the first time in five years, forcing Japan to issue evacuation notices and suspend trains, as the North escalates tests of weapons designed to strike regional U.S. allies.
The Quebec Liberal Party will retain official Opposition status
CTV News has declared the Quebec Liberal Party (PLQ) will retain its official Opposition status, and Party Leader Dominique Anglade has been re-elected.
Hottest toys of 2022 revealed by Toys 'R' Us
Toys 'R' Us has released a list of the top toys of 2022 ahead of the holiday season.
Justin Trudeau will take the stand at inquiry into Freedom Convoy response
CTV News has learned Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be called to testify about his government’s decision to invoke the Emergencies Act in response to anti-mandate Freedom Convoy protests in February.
Flipping tax proposal 'really scary,' says B.C. MLA who bought and sold 3 homes in 4 years
A B.C. MLA who bought and sold properties three times over the last four years is speaking out against a proposed flipping tax designed to discourage real estate speculation in the province
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Two winning lottery tickets in Ontario are on the verge of expiring.
Iran crackdown on protesters likely to 'intensify' in coming days: expert
The Iranian government's crackdown on protesters is likely to 'intensify' in the coming days, despite sanctions from Canada and international condemnation, an expert says.
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CTV National News for Oct. 3: Hockey Canada had second fund
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