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'People who feed us are hungry': Ontario migrant worker support group seeing increase in need
The Farmworker Hub says it has seena 27 per cent increase in demand in food and clothing supplies this year.
Tallying losses of deadly Maui wildfires still in early stages, officials say
Searchers with cadaver dogshavebeen going from building to building in the west Maui community of Lahaina, looking for victims of devastating wildfires on the Hawaiian island, as officials tally the loss of life anddestruction of property.
Hamilton's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominates for Canada in exhibition win against New Zealand
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had game highs of 26 points and six steals to lead Canada past New Zealand 107-76 on Saturday in Hamburgand advance into the DBB SuperCup Final.
Brock prof digs ancient rocks in Scotland so scientists can learn how to handle Mars samples
Mariek Schmidt, an Earth sciences professor at Brock University, visited the Scottish Isle of Rum this summer to dig up ancient rocks - all to make the most of precious space rocks returning to Earth in a decade.
Robbie Robertson: Remembering the famed storyteller and his roots in Six Nations, Ont.
Robbie Robertson died Aug. 9 at the age of 80. He had a huge impact on musicians of Six Nations, Ont., a community where he was embraced and celebrated - and six years ago, became an enrolled member.
Toronto doctor among 12 charged after Hamilton police bust drug 'super labs'
A dozen people - including a 31-year-old Toronto physician-have been arrested and two drug 'superlabs' have been taken over by officersafter a major drug bust, according to Hamilton police.
Things to do in Hamilton this weekend, Aug. 11 to 13
From a Japanese cultural festival to Concrete Canvas, there are many things to do in Hamilton this weekend.
Hamilton tenants went 12 weeks without running water. Internal city emails reveal what went wrong
Nine tenants at 1083 Main St. E. had no running water from Dec. 28 to March 24 after city staff 'turned their backs on us completely," one tenant says.
Can anyone stop Ontario's Greenbelt land swap from going ahead? Here's what we know
Potential court challenges to the Doug Ford government's Greenbelt policies are up in the air until either the government or developers move to start construction. That's why advocates say it's up to residents and other levels of government to get involved while other authority figures probe the government's decision further.
Housing might not be Trudeau's sole responsibility, but it's his problem
The prime minister was not wholly wrong, per se, when he said housing wasnot somethingthe federal government has "direct carriage of." But no elected leader has ever improved their situation by attempting to specify limits on their own responsibility for a significant problem.
Court denies deadline extension for Indian Day School compensation claims
Six Nations of the Grand River and an Indian day school survivor lost a court battle to grant more time for class members to apply for compensation.
A bird's eye view of some of Hamilton's Greenbelt lands
A group of well-connected developers stand to make a lot of money after influencing Doug Ford's provincial government's process for choosing protected Greenbelt land to open up for housing, the province's auditor general says. Here's a drone's eye view of some of Hamilton's Greenbelt land.
Hamilton and the surrounding area are under a severe thunderstorm watch
Hamilton and the surrounding area are under a severe thunderstorm watch, Environment Canada says.
City staff pitch tiny homes pilot instead of sanctioned encampments
City staffers are putting their support behind setting up a community of tiny houses - instead of sanctioned encampments - as part of its response to the city's homelessness emergency. They also have an adjusted encampment protocol and plans in the short-term and in the long-term.
Robbie Robertson in 10 songs
A guide to the must-know tracks in the famed songwriter's catalogue, from hits with the Band to his solo work.
Queen's University responds to $600K lawsuit from controversial doctor Matthew Strauss
Queen's University and the head of its medicine department are firing back atDr. Matthew Strauss - a controversial, former acting medical officer of health in southern Ontario. They filed a statement of defence in response to Strauss' $600,000 lawsuit against them over his 2021 resignation.
Hamilton mayor calls on Ford to abandon Greenbelt development plans
Hamilton's mayor is calling on Ontario Premier Doug Ford to abandon his plan to open up parts of the Greenbelt for developmentafter the province'sauditor general found a small group of well-connected developers influenced the plan.
How a Hamilton community responded when a thief stole bleachers from a kids' baseball field
The bleachers at the Ancaster Little League were stolen in late June and found in a local scrap yard, damaged beyond hope of repair.
About 150 dead chickens spilled across Niagara Region road 'smelled like rot,' farmer says
Approximately 150 dead chickens were spilled across Park Road South in Grimsby, Ont., police say, after being dropped from a dump truck.
Hamilton bus fare to increase by 25 cents for cash riders and 10 cents for Presto users
Hamilton city bus fare is going up by more than initially expected come September.
Canadian Nathan Clement kicks off Para road cycling worlds with time trial gold
Canada is on the board early at the Para road cycling world championships. In the second race of the event, Nathan Clement of West Vancouver, B.C., won gold in the men's T1 time trial. Shortly after, Shelly Gautier of Niagara Falls, Ont., scored bronze in the women's version of the race.
Black students, teachers and politicians concerned about rhetoric after Toronto principal's death
Black students, teachers, politicians andadvocates from Hamilton voiced concerns about the rhetoric around a Toronto principal who died by suicide, saying people are weaponizing the man's death to push back against anti-racism efforts.
National Steel Car workers ratify new deal, end 41-day strike
A new deal between National Steel Car and its workers has been ratified, officially marking the end of a 41-day strike at the rail car maker.
Celebrate 50 years of hip hop at Hamilton's Concrete Canvas this weekend
2023's Concrete Canvas will run from Aug. 11 to Aug. 13.
Ontario government's Greenbelt land swap influenced by well-connected developers, AG finds
The Ontario government's process for choosing protected Greenbelt land to open up for housing development was heavily influenced by a small group of well-connected developers who now stand to make billions of dollars, the province's auditor general says.
Niagara company and Hamilton man fined for unlicensed electrical work
Ontario's Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) fined a Niagara-on-the-Lake company and a Hamilton man for separate incidents involving unlicensed electrical work.
Ontario proposing new 'heat stress' regulation to protect workers amid extreme temperatures
Ontario is proposing anew regulationit says will better protect workers from heat stress and heat-related illnesses as temperatures across Canada and the globe continue to rise due to climate change.
Korean photographer travels the world to honour the service of last few remaining Korean War vets
It's been 70 years since an armistice was reached and Canadian troops came home from the Korean War, sometimes known as 'The Forgotten War'. Last week a Korean photographer visited Romeo Daley, a Korean War veteran, to take his photo and document his story.
Toronto man charged after disguising cannabis as frozen waffles while entering U.S., officials say
A Toronto man has been charged after trying to smuggle cannabis disguised as frozen waffles into the U.S., according to the United States Attorney's Office.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats part ways with assistant coach Tommy Condell
Fresh off Saturday's 27-14 loss to the visiting Montreal Alouettes, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats are making a change to the coaching ranks.
Tentative deal reached with National Steel Car workers, union says
After more than a month of strike action,National Steel Car reached a tentative with its workers.
Health care providers learn to guide dying patients through a psychedelic trip
Three healthcare professionals spent five days in Hamilton learning how to support a patient through a therapy session where they take psilocybin - the psychedelic compound in so-called magic mushrooms.
Brandon Montour didn't win the Stanley Cup but at Six Nations he'll always be a champion and a hero
Florida Panthers star Brandon Montour came very close to winning the Stanley Cup this season. And while, he's still chasing that dream, every time he returns home to Six Nations on the Grand River, near Brantford Ont., he is welcomed as a champion and a hero.
Most Hamilton police officers don't live in Hamilton, data shows
Roughly three in five Hamilton police officers don't live in Hamilton, new data shows. Former police officers and policing researchers weigh in on the pros and cons of living where you work as an officer.
How this Inuit caribou carving made at Hamilton sanatorium found its way home half a century later
When Taqialuk Peter opens the box, she can barely believe what is inside - a small stone statue of a caribou and, she says through tears, an unexpected "miracle."
Dead mice, broken equipment among problems for Burlington, Ont. courthouse in disrepair, officials say
Officials, including an Ontario Court Justice, working at the courthouse in Burlington, Ont. list problems with the building that they say make it difficult for justice to be served.
Brampton driving instructor, 44, nabbed for speeding, right after student failed test: police
Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) says a driving instructor was caught speeding - right after the student in their passenger seat failed their test.
Striking Metro grocery store worker says she 'can't afford to shop at Metro'
More than 3,000 workers at 27 Metro grocery store locations in southern Ontario launched a strike on Saturday, after rejecting a tentative collective agreement reached last week between the company and their union, Unifor.
Brantford man arrested after stealing $100K worth of catalytic converters, police say
Ontario Provincial Police in Brant County say a man has been arrested after officers found $100,000 worth of stolen catalytic converters.
What's open and closed in Hamilton during the Civic Holiday on Monday
Before you head out for some weekend fun, check our list to see what's open and when.
Almost a year later, Hamilton hasn't requested to decriminalize illicit drugs for personal use
Almost a year after Hamilton city councillors voted to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of illegal drugs, CBC News has learned city officials still haven't submitted that request for exemption to Health Canada.
Hamilton bar to unveil wall honouring local and global LGBTQ icons
The Well Hamilton, a local LGBTQ-friendly bar, is unveiling a wall dedicated to local and national queer icons on Friday. The project, called 'Well Noted', will be updated yearly with new inductees from the community.
Things to do in Hamilton this long weekend, Aug. 4 to 7
This weekend will have an extra day for Hamiltonians to enjoy the summer heat or the cool indoors. And the city has got lots going on for people eager to explore. From night markets to yoga to music in the garden, here's what's on this long weekend.
Citing spike in hate, Pride groups call for safety plan from Ontario government
A coalition of Ontario Pride organizations called on the province Thursday to urgently work with them to develop a proactive safety plan to beat back a rising tide of anti-LGBTQ hate.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander among leaders of Canadian men's squad ahead of FIBA World Cup
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has come a long way from being the youngster soaking up information on the Canadian men's basketball team. The Hamilton native got his first taste of the senior team in 2016 when he joined Canada for the FIBA Olympic qualifying tournament in Manila, Philippines.
Hamilton city staff apologize for 'minimizing' health impacts of insect and rodent infestations
Public healthstaff have apologized to residents for not enforcing the city's pest rules for over four years and recently making comments that minimizedthe health impacts of living with insectand rodent infestations.
Look what you made her do: Taylor Swift announces 6 Toronto dates for 2024
Taylor Swift has announced six Canadian concert dates for her Eras tour.But the schedule includes only one city: Toronto.
Boy, 14, who went missing in Lake Ontario has been found dead, Hamilton police say
A 14-year-old boy who went missing in Lake Ontario has been found dead, Hamilton police say.
Westjet offers tropical flights out of Hamilton to beat winter weather
The WestJet Group today announced enhancements to its winter schedule serving more sun connections.
Police ask province to review driver's license of man, 91, who hit pedestrian on Fennell
Hamilton police have asked Ontario's Ministry of Transportation to review the driver's license of a 91-year-old man who hit a pedestrian on Fennell Avenue East last week.
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