Two arrested after Stratford police officer dragged by stolen pickup
Two people are facing charges after a police officer was allegedly assaulted in Stratford.
Kitchener News | Local Breaking | CTV News Kitchener
Region to chart a new course for its Cold War-era bunker
Remediation work on the Region of Waterloo’s nuclear bunker is now complete, but what’s next for the Cold War-era building is yet to be decided.
Oscar-nominated director draws on his Kitchener roots
Chris Williams reflects on his childhood in Kitchener, Ont. and the story behind the Netflix film "The Sea Beast", which has been nominated for an Oscar in the Best Animated Feature category.
MORE TOP STORIES
-
Canadian Space Agency judges U of G team in out-of-this-world food challenge
A panel from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is learning how a University of Guelph team plans to grow fresh food in space.
-
Hybrid shelter opening date pushed back
The opening date for the Region of Waterloo’s hybrid shelter has been pushed back, with design delays being blamed.
-
Waterloo region digging out after a messy winter storm
Residents in Waterloo region continue to dig out after Wednesday’s winter storm.
-
WRPS seize 29 firearms, 14,500 rounds of ammunition during search warrant
Waterloo regional police say officers seized 29 firearms after executing a search warrant at a residence in Wellesley Township.
-
Fast fashion fix: New research aims to keep clothing out of landfills
Researchers at the University of Waterloo and Seneca College are hoping their new study will be used to change how much clothing ends up in landfills.
-
About 170K drivers still using defective blue licence plates in Ontario
There are still about 170,000 defective blue licence plates on Ontario's roads three years after production was halted.
-
-
Tax increase for residents in Wellington County
Wellington County Council approved its 2023 Budget on Thursday, and it includes a tax increase.
-
'Remain vigilant': Ontario's top doctor says province could see rise of COVID-19 subvariant 'Kraken'
Ontario’s top doctor is urging residents to 'remain vigilant' as some regions see a rise of the 'Kraken' subvariant of COVID-19.
-
UPDATED
UPDATED | Storm Watch: Tracking closures and cancellations
Severe weather has prompted a number of road closures, cancellations and delays in our coverage area.
-
Snow event declared for parts of Waterloo region, street parking prohibited
The Tri-Cities have declared a snow event, meaning parking bans on city streets will take effect at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday.
-
Winter storm: Tracking the impact in Waterloo region and Wellington County
A significant winter storm swept through southern Ontario with a Texas low bringing up to 20 cm of snow to areas including Waterloo region and Wellington County Wednesday.
Top Videos
-
CTV News Kitchener at Six for Thursday, January 26, 2023
![CTV News Kitchener at Six]()
-
Cleaning up after the winter storm
![CTV’s Tyler Kelaher hears from local snow removal crews about how they are dealing with the storm aftermath.]()
-
Police officer dragged on camera
![An officer trying to make an arrest was dragged by a vehicle in Stratford. CTV’s Emma Ens has the shocking footage.]()
-
Ancaster mother mourns loss of son
![CTV’s Jeff Pickel hears from a heartbroken mother who lost her teen son in a Brant County car crash last Saturday.]()
-
Kitchener native gets a third Oscar nod
![An animator turned director with Kitchener roots could be accepting another Oscar. Krista Sharpe finds out where his passion started.]()
-
Opening of hybrid shelter delayed
![CTV’s Carmen Wong hears from regional staff about why the hybrid shelter will be opening a month later than expected.]()
-
Embracing sustainability in the fashion industry
![CTV’s Colton Wiens hears about new research that shows unique ways to re-use fashion.]()
-
More snow in the forecast for Waterloo region
![Keep those shovels close! CTV’s Will Aiello has your full forecast for Waterloo region and surrounding areas.]()
Guelph Top Stories
Canadian Space Agency judges U of G team in out-of-this-world food challenge
A panel from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is learning how a University of Guelph team plans to grow fresh food in space.
Alleged fake customer 'nearly in tears' when trying to scam money off Good Samaritans in Guelph
Guelph police put out a warning about a fake taxi scam targeting Good Samaritans, with cab companies in Guelph and Waterloo region saying there are signs to look for to avoid it.
Pioneer in Canadian wildlife highlighted in unique travelling exhibit in Guelph
A travelling exhibit to highlight Anne Innis Dagg, an 89-year-old who has been a pioneer for Canadian wildlife for decades, is now on display in Guelph.
Stay Connected
Consumer Alert
Looking for a snow blower? Some new electric models no longer need to be plugged in
Those looking for a snow blower to clear their driveways may want to consider an electric model. Consumer Reports has been testing battery-powered snow blowers for the past six years and found electric models are improving.
Toronto woman denied full refund for unexpectedly cancelled New Zealand trip
A Toronto woman says she was given the runaround when she sought a full refund for her upcoming trip, which was cancelled outside of her control.
Ontario man 'devastated' after losing his home and nearly $500K to crypto scam
An Ontario man says he is 'devastated' after spending his entire life savings in an investment scam he got involved from a YouTube video he watched.
Mail theft a growing concern following rash of mailbox break-ins in GTA
Thieves are allegedly targeting community mailboxes looking to rob them of packages, cheques, and financial documents they can use to steal identities.
This is how thieves stole a Toronto condo and sold it for $970,000
Moffy Yu, a former international student who now lives in China's Hubei province, said she never put her home in Toronto up for sale. Instead, she says, it was stolen.
New bank form aims to help reduce fraud against seniors, limit liability
TD Canada Trust is now using a bank form that could raise red flags and help deter fraud against seniors.
Ontario woman 'shocked' when her $250 gift card expires
An Ontario woman says she was “shocked” when her $250 pre-paid Visa gift card expired, despite a provincial ban on gift card expiration dates.
Zellers is returning to Canada. Here's where the GTA locations will be
Nearly a decade after it closed its doors nationwide, Zellers is set to return to Canada.
CTV News On the Go
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
No more expensing home internet bills to taxpayers, Tory and Liberal MPs told
The federal Liberal government is joining the Opposition Conservatives in no longer allowing its members of Parliament to expense taxpayers for home internet services.
Canadians fighting in Ukraine, despite no monitoring from government, speak out on war and loss
On Feb. 27, 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country needed fighters, and foreigners were welcome to join the front line in the defence against Russian aggression. Some Canadians were among the first to answer the call.
Canada sending 4 battle tanks to Ukraine, maybe more later: Anand
Canada is sending four combat-ready battle tanks to Ukraine and will be deploying 'a number' of Canadian Armed Forces members to train Ukrainian soldiers on how to operate them.
True crime sells, but fans are debating the ethics of their passion
For some people, relaxation looks like settling down with a nice glass of wine and the most graphic, disturbing tale of murder imaginable.
Tips to protect your personal information online
Retailers and tech companies use many tools to mine consumers for data they can share with third parties, but there are steps consumers can take to protect and safeguard their personal information.
No reason for alarm in Canada after cough syrup deaths in other countries: health agency
Following the deaths of more than 300 children from contaminated cough syrups in several countries, Health Canada says it's been more than a decade since similar cases were identified here.
Rent prices grew at record pace in 2022 as Canada saw lowest vacancy rate in decades
Rent prices in Canada grew at a record pace last year as the country saw the lowest vacancy rate since 2001, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. said.
Poor communication and training linked to fatal B.C. ammonia leak
The independent body that oversees the safety of technical systems and equipment in British Columbia has found a deadly ammonia leak near Kamloops last May was a tragedy that took years to unfold.
Ottawa police, bylaw increasing downtown presence on anniversary of 'Freedom Convoy' protest
Ottawa police and Bylaw Services are telling residents and visitors they will be taking a zero-tolerance approach to parking, noise and fireworks violations downtown this weekend, on the one-year anniversary of the 'Freedom Convoy' demonstration.
CTV News Video Network
Storm that buried Ontario brings heavy rainfall to Atlantic
Deep snow, heavy winds, and lots of rain hit various parts of the Maritimes Thursday.
TTC attacks: Toronto police will boost presence on transit
Vacancy rates plummet, rent prices spiking across Canada
