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What's opened and closed in Hamilton over the holidays
The holidays are nearly here and with them come closures across the city. Here's CBC Hamilton's guide so you know what to expect.
As holidays approach, Niagara police say there's a rise in grandparent scams in St. Catharines
Niagara Regional police say they are seeing an uptick in grandparent scams in St. Catharines.
Therapists at Hamilton mental health clinic describe exodus of staff, tears at office, 'oppressive' meetings
At least 11 therapists left the Hamilton Public Health-run clinic over three years after a change in management, according to nine former clinic staffers who spoke with CBC Hamilton as part of a months-long investigation.
Hamilton police board to ask for $213M budget in 2024
The ask is about $20 million more than the 2023 budget, but if you exclude imposed costs from the police services act, the total request is a $13 million or 6.88 per cent increase.
Teens cut off from longtime therapists amid changes at Hamilton mental health clinic: ex-staff
As part of a CBC Hamilton investigation, nine former Child and Adolescent Services staffers shared concerns over changes to clinic care that they say impacted patients. The city says the moves at Child and Adolescent Services aligned with the province.
Residents, service providers work to address overdoses in Six Nations
Overdoses have increased in Six Nations of the Grand River in Ontario in recent months, according to the community's health services and police. A former drug user says she found the counsellors who were available24 hours a day at Ganohkwasra, theshelter in Six Nations, vital to her recovery.
Electric scooter company Bird Canada says operations not affected by U.S. bankruptcy
Electric scooter rental businessBirdsays its Canadian operations won't be affected by the company's bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S.
Holiday dinner in Niagara brings newcomers together during what can be a 'tough,' lonely time
For the second year in a row, Olayinka Animashaun is hosting a holiday dinner to help celebrate and bring together African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees in the Niagara community.
Just 15% of Canadians got updated COVID vaccines this fall, new figures show
While Canadians raced to get vaccinated against COVID-19 early in the pandemic, only 15 per cent of the population had their updated shot this fall. But the virus is still spreading.
Too many pets, not enough vets: demand for service keeps growing
More pets means more people needing appointments, which the president of the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association said "can be a bit of a vicious cycle," contributing to an overwhelmed industry and frustrated pet owners.
Houses on this Niagara street have been covered in Christmas lights for 44 years
The homes on Rio Lane in St. Catharines, Ont., are covered in lights and the streets are lined by dozens upon dozens of decorations. It's been a tradition for 44 years.
Toronto's Pearson airport bracing for 1 million travellers this week. Here's how to survive the holiday crush
Officials at Toronto's Pearson International Airport say they are ready for the holiday rush withstaff and technology to ensure operations run smoothly this season.
2 tenants charged for disabling smoke alarms before Hamilton house fire that killed 4 people
Nearly a year after two children, their mother and a tenant died in a house fire, the Hamilton Fire Department has charged the two survivors.
U.S. police seek subpoena for Bentley records to shed light on Rainbow Bridge crash that killed couple
A month after a vehicle explosion killed a New York couple at the Rainbow Bridge border crossing, American police are seeking a subpoena to compel car manufacturer BentleyMotors to release records to help them determine the cause of the fiery crash.
City staff say 2-way plan for Main Street won't be done until 2028. Councillors are pushing back
Hamilton's efforts to convertwhat critics call 'serial killer' Main from a one-way to two-way street is taking too long, councillors say, with city staff estimating construction won't be complete until 2028.
Hamilton mom's Christmas gifts stolen 2 days in a row. Here's how to stop 'porch pirates'
A Hamilton woman feels helpless after two Christmas packages were stolen from her porch in roughly 24 hours, at a time when a FedEx survey indicates incidents involving "porch pirates" are on the rise across Canada.
Winter weather travel advisory issued for Hamilton and Niagara
Environment Canada says Hamilton is set to get four to eight centimetresof snow while Niagara will get between 5 and 10 centimetres on Monday night.
Ontario accessibility in 'crisis,' says report quietly released by Ford government
A new report finds that Ontario is in a crisis state when it comes to provincial accessibility, with one year left until the province is mandated to be fully accessible.
Olivia, Amelia and Noah were Hamilton's top baby names in 2022
Ontario's Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery released a list of the province's most popular baby names of 2022 and shows Olivia and Noah were the most popular names for newborn girls and boys.
Hamilton's Matt Campbell advances at Paddy Power World Darts Championship
Canadian Matt (The Ginga Ninja) Campbell defeated Lourence Ilagan of the Philippines on Sunday in first-round play at the 2.5-million-pound ($4.25 million) Paddy Power World Darts Championship.
Forward Woobens Pacius says goodbye to CPL champions Hamilton Forge FC
Forward Woobens Pacius, who tied Terran Campbell to lead Forge FC with 10 goals last season, is leaving the Canadian Premier League champion.
Hamilton police recommend safety changes to escarpment stairs after 'history of assaults'
Two years after Hamilton resident Tara McFadyen says she was sexually assaulted on a set ofescarpment stairs, the city is preparing to make them safer.
How a poetry assignment helped this Hamilton high school student to love her own name
For Hamilton studentJena Tawfiq, a Grade 10 poetry assignment turned into a process of self discovery and a memorable family experience. She was one of several Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School studentswho performed poetry at Sounds of the Season.
This COVID study has been tracking immunity for 3 years. Now it's running out of money
A long-running Ottawa-based study into COVID-19 immunityhas unearthed promising insights on the still-mysterious disease,one of its lead researchers says - but she's concernedover how much longer thework will be funded.
Ontario is looking to combat lien 'abuse' that's costing some homeowners big money
The Ontario government has passed legislation reforming the use of Notices of Security Interest - liens which housing advocates say can be placed against homes without the owner's knowledge, leading to surprise payouts. Now, the government is deciding what further action it might take.
Hamilton will ask province to take over its highways, prompted by Toronto deal
Council voted this week to urge Ontario's Ministry of Transportation to upload the oversight of Hamilton's two city-run highways - the Red Hill Valley Parkway and Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway.
Ontario elementary teachers vote in favour of deal with province, school boards, union says
The union that represents Ontario elementary teachers says its members have voted overwhelmingly in favour of accepting a tentativeagreement with public school boards and the province.
Another beluga dies at Marineland, bringing total whale deaths to 15 since 2019
Another beluga whale has died at Marineland, bringing the number of whales that have died at the Niagara Falls, Ont., tourist attraction to 15 over the past four years.
Burlington Canal Lift Bridge to close on Friday evening
Public Services and Procurement Canada issued an advisory this month saying the bridge will close for construction and reopen in the middle of next week.
Questions swirl about how Fred Bennink rejoined Hamilton's police board
Hamilton city council has unanimously asked the integrity commissioner to investigate a potential breach of confidential details that took place while the police services board selection committee was determining who would be the board's new citizen-appointed member.
Home in Hamilton for the holidays? Here's what's happening
The holidays are here and there's plenty to do in Hamilton for the festive season.
Claire Sault to be sworn in Friday as new elected chief of Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
She 'wasn't even going to run' but now, Claire Sault is the new gimaa (chief) of Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Following a close election win on Saturday, the businessperson-turned-councillor says she's ready to lead.
CFL releases 2024 regular-season schedule with Grey Cup rematch as opener
The CFL will kick off its 2024 schedule with a Grey Cup rematch. The Grey Cup-champion Montreal Alouettes will open the campaign visiting the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on June 6, the CFL announced Thursday.
Hamilton man, 35, faces murder charge after fight at encampment near city hall: police
A 35-year-old Hamilton man is facing a second-degree murder charge after a fight at an encampment near city hall, according to police.
Windsor environmental group reacts to contaminated sediment from Hamilton headed to Watford, Ont.
16,000 tons of contaminated sediment from a creek in Hamilton is headed to a landfill near Sarnia. Derek Coronado, executive director of Citizens Environmental Alliance, speaks with CBC Windsor Morning host Amy Dodge.
Federal liabilities 'likely' owed to Indigenous people grow to $76B under Trudeau
The Canadian government "likely" owes Indigenous people some $76 billion for their currently filed land claims and lawsuits, official financial reporting says - a sum that is nearly seven times greater today than when Justin Trudeau became prime minister.
Seniors spend thousands on dental work, suffer in pain or wind up in ERs. Will Canada's plan help?
The new Canadian Dental Care Plan is being hailed as a step in the right direction that could help to keep people healthier as they age and out of crowded hospitals - although experts are watching closely to see if it lives up to those early hopes.
Hamilton will allow people with some disabilities to continue taking bus for free until June
The city had initially prepared to endwhat's known as the 'voluntary pay program' on Jan. 1, which applied people who are blind, or use walkers or wheelchairs.
Whitecaps, Forge FC draw Mexican opponents in CONCACAF Champions Cup
The Vancouver Whitecaps will face Mexico's Tigres UANL in the first round of the revamped CONCACAF Champions Cup. Wednesday's draw also paired Canadian Premier League champion Forge FC with a tough Mexican foe in Chivas Guadalajara.
Ontario vastly expanding where booze can be sold in move to modernize alcohol retail market
Starting in 2026, Ontarians will be able to buy beer, wine, cider and seltzers at convenience stores, big box outlets, some gas stations and more supermarkets, marking a major overhaul in how alcohol is sold in the province.
Despite complaints from students, McMaster's downtown residence isn't violating bylaws, city says
Despite all the complaints from tenants about the conditions inside McMaster University's downtown student residence, the building isn't breaking any bylaws, according to the city.
Hamilton sending contaminated sediment from Chedoke Creek to a dump near Sarnia
The City of Hamilton has found a landfill in Sarnia to accept its 16,000 tonnes of contaminated sediment dredged from Chedoke Creek.
3rd Marineland beluga that moved to U.S. aquarium dies
A third beluga from Marineland has died at a U.S. aquarium after arriving there two years ago.
Developer shut Hamilton's City Centre a year ago for 'epic' condos. That plan's on hold indefinitely
When Hamilton's City Centre was shuttered nearly a year ago, the developer said demolition would begin within weeksto make way for an "epic" four-tower condominium project.That's yet to happen and the developer says the real estate market is to blame.
Police identify man, 33, killed in Mountain shooting, seeking suspects
Hamilton police have identified a man who they say died in a shooting outside his mountain workplace on Monday evening.
Beer, wine, ready-to-drink cocktails coming to Ontario corner stores and gas stations in 2026: sources
Premier Doug Ford's government will on Thursday reveal its plan for changing how alcohol is sold in Ontario, including allowing all supermarkets, convenience stores and gas stations to sell beer, wine and canned mixed drinks starting in 2026, industry sources told CBC News.
McMaster chlorinates water system at downtown residence after complaints
Students at McMaster University's downtown residenceare hoping a chlorinationtreatment of the building's water system will help them feel more comfortable to drink their tap water.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins Northern Star Award as Canada's athlete of the year
Basketball star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was voted Canada's top athlete of the year on Monday, beating Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid, golfer and Canadian Open champion Nick Taylor, hammer thrower Camryn Rogers and swimmer Summer McIntosh.
Brantford woman who faked pregnancies pleads guilty to defrauding, harassing doulas
A Brantfordwoman accused of fraudulentlyseeking the services of several doulas across Ontario has pleaded guilty to multiple charges including fraud, indecent acts, false pretences and mischief.
Ottawa launches $13B dental-care program with kids and seniors first up for coverage
The federal government unveiled its new dental-care plan on Monday - a $13-billion insurance program that will start covering routine dentistrycosts next year for people who meet a certain income threshold.
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