Region of Waterloo planning for when population nears one million
The Region of Waterloo's roadmap toward a population of nearly one million has been updated.
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Brantford murder suspects arrested
Rorey Hill and Jessica Poreba, who were wanted in the death of a 68-year-old man in Brantford, have been arrested.
Paramedic staffing shortages in Waterloo region impacting patients, offload delays
Issues impacting Ontario’s healthcare system are extending beyond the hospital and into the streets as some paramedics raise concerns.
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Transportation expert weighs in on roundabout safety following collision in Kitchener
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Humane society sees increase in 'inhumane trap' usage
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Waterloo gas station robbed: police
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Commuters frustrated at Kitchener GO train cancellations
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Police investigating attack on Brampton, Ont. media personality as attempted murder
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Kitchener girl’s lemonade stand raises money for charity
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Man pleads guilty to threatening prime minister during Cambridge campaign stop
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Guelph police looking for man allegedly seen masturbating in park
Guelph police are investigating reports of a man who was allegedly masturbating while watching women in a south-end park.
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Five things experts say could ease pressures on Ontario's health-care system
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Guelph police offer tips to prevent vehicle theft after five trucks stolen
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ICU physician: Privatization is already occurring
![ICU physician Dr. Michael Warner says that the privatization of Ontario's health-care system is already occurring.]()
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GRAPHIC WARNING: Man attacked in Brampton driveway
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Region updates road map for population boom
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Humane society sees increase in inhumane traps
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Ever After Festival officially cancelled
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Metrolinx responds to cancellations
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Can roundabouts be made safer?
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Paramedics warn of burnout risks
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Guelph police offer tips to prevent vehicle theft after five trucks stolen
Guelph police are warning residents to take precautions after five newer-model Dodge Ram trucks were stolen in Guelph this week.
Guelph police looking for man allegedly seen masturbating in park
Guelph police are investigating reports of a man who was allegedly masturbating while watching women in a south-end park.
Thieves steal camera containing Guelph mother’s photos of deceased daughter
A mother is missing photos of her deceased daughter after thieves broke into her home and stole a digital camera containing the photos of her late daughter.
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Ontario condo owners hit with $20,000 special assessment
Country Lane Estates in Aurora, Ont. is a community of about 200 townhouse condominium units. Recently, the board of directors sent a notice to owners that $3.5 million is needed for renovations and individual unit owners will have to pay their share.
Will you be eligible for one of Ontario's new tax credits? Here's the breakdown
The Ontario government is planning to move forward with several tax credits for residents as it formally tabled its 2022-23 budget on Tuesday.
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.
Housing correction in Toronto could end up becoming 'one of the deepest of the past half a century,' RBC warns
A housing correction which has already led to four consecutive months of price declines in the previously overheated Greater Toronto Area market could end up becoming 'one of the deepest of the past half a century,' a new report from RBC warns.
How to spot if you picked up a counterfeit COVID-19 rapid test
Health Canada is warning the public about counterfeit rapid antigen test kits after several were sold in Ontario.
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Cabinet heard of potential 'breakthrough' with 'Freedom Convoy' protesters before Emergencies Act was invoked: documents
The night before the federal government invoked the Emergencies Act in response to the 'Freedom Convoy' protests, the prime minister’s national security adviser told him there was 'a potential for a breakthrough' in Ottawa, court documents show.
Anne Heche on life support, survival of crash 'not expected'
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A new virus was found in China, here's what we know
Scientists are keeping an eye on the Langya virus, a new pathogen that appears to have been transmitted from animals to humans in China and causes symptoms similar to COVID-19 or the flu.
Sellers 'expecting yesterday's prices': Canadians cope with a correcting housing market
After a series of interest rate hikes implemented by the Bank of Canada, housing markets are now facing a 'significant' correction. CTVNews.ca spoke to Canadians who are now struggling to make the goal of purchasing a home, or selling one, a reality.
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EXCLUSIVE | B.C. cop stalked ex-girlfriend for years using police computers, misconduct probe finds
A high-ranking B.C. officer used police resources to conduct at least 92 searches on his ex-girlfriend and her family while stalking her over a period of five years, according to documents exclusively obtained by CTV News.
Police investigating attack on Brampton, Ont. media personality as attempted murder
A Brampton, Ont. media personality who was attacked with a machete and axe in his driveway will need months of physical rehabilitation to recover, a close friend says.
Tom Brady taking leave of absence from Tampa Bay Buccaneers to 'deal with personal things'
Tom Brady is taking some time away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to 'deal with personal things,' according to the team's head coach Todd Bowles.
CDC ends recommendations for social distancing and quarantine for COVID-19 control, no longer recommends test-to-stay in schools
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the nation should move away from restrictive measures such as quarantines and social distancing and focus on reducing severe disease from COVID-19.
Will you be eligible for one of Ontario's new tax credits? Here's the breakdown
The Ontario government is planning to move forward with several tax credits for residents as it formally tabled its 2022-23 budget on Tuesday.
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ICU physician explains how privatization already occurring
ICU physician Dr. Michael Warner says that the privatization of Ontario's health-care system is already occurring.
1 dead, 1 injured in shooting at homicide victim's funeral
Freedom Convoy: 'Breakthrough' talks before Emergencies Act
