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City of Waterloo condemns recent hate-motivated graffiti found in region
The City of Waterloo issued a statement on Tuesday condemning hate-motivated graffiti that has been appearing across Waterloo region.
Fire crews advise caution after more than 100 animals were killed in two separate barn fires
Rural fire crews were busy this week after two separate barn fires north of Kitchener were responsible for the deaths of over 100 livestock. Between the two fires, 116 cattle and four horses were killed, according to fire officials.
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Cleanup from spring storm set to get underway in Kitchener park
It has been a months-long wait, but a major portion of a spring storm cleanup is scheduled to get underway at a Kitchener park.
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Stratford officer 'fell short' in duty of deceased toddler, but did not commit criminal offence: SIU
The SIU has determined that while a Stratford, Ont. police officer did not commit a criminal offence in relation to a toddler who died last year, the officer “fell short” in his duty of care towards the 18-month-old boy.
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Federal government announces investment in Waterloo to strengthen cybersecurity
The federal government announced a $675,000 grant at the University of Waterloo on Tuesday to help Canadians defend against hackers using the next generation of supercomputers.
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Fire in Waterloo’s University District believed to have started in carport
Investigators are still trying to determine how a fire started at a home being rented by university students in Waterloo on Sunday.
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Brantford speed enforcement pilot project reveals thousands of road violations per week
A speed enforcement pilot project for the City of Brantford revealed thousands of violations every week on two major roads during the month of May.
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Waterloo Catholic District School Board names new director of education
A new director of education has been named at the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB).
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Ont. child dies in head-on collision, seven others injured
A seven-year-old child has died following a head-on collision that injured seven others near Orangeville, Ont. on Monday night.
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Low volunteer turnout has local non-for-profits feeling the pinch
As staffing shortages affect several sectors across the province, local non-for-profits say they’re facing a shortage of volunteers.
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Teen charged by OPP after reportedly operating boat with 11 people and only four life jackets
Wellington County OPP have charged a 15-year-old after they say he was operating a boat that had 11 people on it, but only four life jackets.
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Canada's inflation rate slows in July despite price gains in food, rent, travel
Canada's year-over-year inflation rate slowed to 7.6 per cent in July, with the deceleration largely driven by a decline in gas prices even as prices for food, rent and travel continued to rise.
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Around 60 animals dead following barn fire in Mapleton Township
Dozens of animals have been killed in a barn fire in the Township of Mapleton.
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Golden Hawks welcome back super fans
![Light House members returned to University Stadium in Waterloo to practice with the Laurier Golden Hawks. Tegan Versolatto reports.]()
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Two farm fires kill over 120 livestock
![Two unrelated barn fires north of Kitchener killed over 120 livestock over three days. Colton Wiens has more.]()
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Canada-wide bike tour pit stops in Waterloo region
![Several bikers embarking on a cross-Canada tour took a quick break in Waterloo region before continuing to the Maritimes.]()
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Cyber security funding announced at UW
![The federal government announced $675,000 in funding to help Canada's tech sector stay ahead of hackers. Chris Thomson reports.]()
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Storm clean up continues in Waterloo region
![Storm damage is still abundant in some areas months after a wind storm swept through southwestern Ontario. Carmen Wong reports.]()
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Light House members visit Golden Hawks
![Members of the Light House Day Program visited the University of Waterloo gridiron to support the football players.]()
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Waterloo police chief speaks about shooting
![Waterloo Regional Police's Interim Chief, John Goodman speaks on a Waterloo shooting.]()
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Spring storm damage in Kitchener park
![From CTV Kitchener's Carmen Wong: Significant damage from a spring storm in a Kitchener park is scheduled to be cleaned up.]()
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Suspect at large after knife allegedly pulled during Guelph robbery
A reported knifepoint robbery at a Guelph business is under investigation.
Woman arrested for impaired driving with two kids in car: Guelph police
Guelph police have arrested a woman they say had a strong odour of alcohol on her breath while two children under the age of 10 were in the back seat of her vehicle.
Guelph Mayor uses bee costume to poke fun at Doug Ford
The mayor of Guelph has taken a friendly jab at the premier of Ontario following a viral clip of Doug Ford swallowing a bee at a news conference.
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Country music festival cancelled for a third time – fans want refunds and answers
One of the largest music festivals in Canada was scheduled to be this weekend. But instead, it was cancelled for the third year in a row.
Airbnb rentals almost as expensive as hotels bookings, new data finds
When Airbnb first launched 14 years ago, it changed the way many people book their vacations as they travel locally and around the world.
Ontario condo owners furious after being hit with $20,000 special assessment
A community of about 200 townhouse condominium units has been told that $3.5 million is needed for renovations and individual unit owners will have to pay their share.
New tax credits being introduced in Ontario. Check to see if you're eligible
The Ontario government is planning to move forward with several tax credits that could provide hundreds of dollars per year to residents.
Aging condos in Ontario will need expensive repairs in the future, report finds
A recent research report released by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries found that condo boards should be making sure there are enough reserve funds being budgeted to help pay for expensive repairs in the future.
Ontario woman scammed out of $11,000 by Texas psychic she met on TikTok
An Ontario woman says she was scammed out of $11,000 after months spent working with a Texas psychic she met on TikTok following the death of her stepfather.
Ontario parents to get another payout in 2022 budget
Parents may get direct payments from the Ontario government yet again this year. This will be the fourth payout to parents since Premier Doug Ford took office in 2018.
Canadian propane costs soar due to supply chain issues
Canadian homeowners who use propane to heat their homes will have to pay a lot more to stay warm this winter.
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Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet accused of sexual assault in class-action lawsuit
Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet, once considered a front-runner to become pope, has been accused of sexual assault and is among a list of clergy members and diocesan staff named in a class-action lawsuit against the archdiocese of Quebec. A woman identified as 'F.' in court documents tabled on Tuesday accused Ouellet of several incidents of unwanted touching.
Trump's angry words spur warnings of real violence
A growing number of ardent Donald Trump supporters seem ready to strike back against the FBI or others who they believe go too far in investigating the former U.S. president.
Why is ArriveCan still mandatory, and what is Ottawa's plan for the app?
The glitch-prone app touted as an efficient border tool early in the pandemic has become a punching bag for critics who question its utility -- but ArriveCan may be here to stay.
Parents will need a prescription for some children's liquid medication, SickKids warns
Parents of young children may need a prescription for over-the-counter fever and pain medication due to a shortage at some pharmacies, Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children is warning.
B.C. man among first approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program still waiting for compensation
A B.C. man, who was among the first Canadians approved for Canada's Vaccine Injury Support Program, says he is frustrated with the length of time it is taking to receive compensation.
Wolves apparently freed on purpose, Vancouver zoo says amid ongoing recapture efforts
The wolves that were found outside their enclosure at the Greater Vancouver Zoo Tuesday appear to have been freed on purpose, according to officials.
Lead investigator in N.S. mass shooting says he stands by political interference accusations
The senior Mountie who made allegations of political meddling in the investigation into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting defended his position to members of parliament Tuesday.
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OPINION | Economists are forecasting a recession in Canada, how should you prepare?
The next time the Bank of Canada raises interest rates on the scheduled date of September 7, 2022, it could potentially trigger a recession. Although there may be a chance that we don’t enter into a recession and the BoC is still hoping for a soft landing, it’s best to be prepared. Contributor Christopher Liew explains how.
Scientists plan the resurrection of an animal that's been extinct since 1936
Almost 100 years after its extinction, the Tasmanian tiger may live once again. Scientists want to resurrect the striped carnivorous marsupial, officially known as a thylacine, which used to roam the Australian bush.
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CTV National News for August 16: Quebec clergy members sued
A Quebec cardinal and about 80 clergy members are accused of sexual assault in a lawsuit; inflation may have peaked but essential costs still high.
Opioid crisis: Harm reduction advocate's plea for reform
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