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Court denies Dellen Millard's request to adjourn appeal on conviction for murdering his father
The Ontario Court of Appeal says Dellen Millard's hearing in his appeal regarding the murder of his father will go ahead as scheduled Friday.
Hamilton man accused in mob murders still on the run 6 years later
It's been six years, but police say they're still looking for the final suspect in a pair of Hamilton mob murders.
Hamilton Centre is NDP's to lose, says expert, but low advance turnout makes outcome hard to predict
An elections expert says the question isn't who will become the member of provincial parliament for Hamilton Centre, but by how many votes. Another expert says low voter turnout could make the race tighter than it seems.
First Nations sue Canada over child-welfare system's destruction of culture, language
Ten Prairie-based First Nations are suing the Canadian government in Federal Court over the loss of language, culture and tradition inflicted on communities by the modern First Nations child-welfare system.
Hamilton Winterfest picks up 2 awards at Ontario conference in Niagara Falls
Hamilton Winterfest has won two awards from Festivals & Events Ontario (FEO) for its efforts in providing cultural and recreational events in 2022.
Demand for skilled trades is soaring. So what's standing in the way of more apprenticeships?
Canada's skilled trades need an infusion of young people to offset retirements, and though provinces are responding in a variety of ways, educators and advocates say more needs to be done to attract people to the industry and remove barriers keeping them out.
How this Hamilton resident and domestic violence survivor is learning to vote safely in elections
Deanna Allain escaped an abusive relationship two years ago, but is still figuring out how to vote without her abuser finding out where she lives. Each election, she said she faces new hurdles to cast a ballot and protect her personal information, including in the lead up to this week's provincial byelection for Hamilton Centre MPP.
Ontario court begins hearing appeals for men convicted of murdering Laura Babcock, Tim Bosma
A three-judge panel of the Ontario Court of Appeal will hear the appeals of Dellen Millard and Mark Smich this week. Millard's appeal of his conviction for murdering his father, Wayne Millard, will also be heard.
Child, 10, dead after fire engulfs camping trailer in Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation: OPP
A child has died and two adults and four children suffered minor injuries after a fire engulfed a camping trailer in Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation early Monday morning, according to Ontario Provincial Police.
Evertrust resumes work at site of collapsed condo in Welland
The developer behind a collapsed luxury condo project in Welland, Ont., says construction has resumed.
Hamilton band Arkells breaks Junos record with sixth Group of the Year award
Hamilton alternative-rock band Arkells wins sixth group of the year award at the Junos Opening Night Awards on Saturday.
Artisan wineries want Ontario to drop extra restaurant fees for non-VQA bottles
A group of small Ontario wineries says a levy for selling non-VQA bottles to local restaurants goes against the Ford government's "open for business" mantra.
Why a shortage of workers threatens $10/day child care
Agencies that run daycares say they’re so short of early childhood educators that they doubt the national program of $10-a-day child care can be delivered to all the kids who will need a spot.
Turnout for advance polls in Hamilton Centre byelection around 5% of registered voters
Around 5.2 per cent of registered voters cast a ballot for the provincial byelection in Hamilton Centre last week — less than half of those who submitted a ballot in the advance polls in the general election last year.
'She gets no justice': Millard, Smich murder appeals reopen wounds for victim's family, 10 years later
A panel of Ontario Appeal Court justices are scheduled this coming week to hear Dellen Millard's and Mark Smich's appeals of their high-profile convictions for murdering Laura Babcock and Tim Bosma.
Ontario has over a million homes in the pipeline, but needs developers to put shovels in the ground: report
Ontario has more than 1.25 million potential new homes already in the development pipeline, it just needs to figure out how to convince builders to get shovels in the ground, the experts who manage planning in cities across Ontario say.
Hamilton tenants without running water get small victory at Landlord and Tenant Board
Two tenants no longer face immediate eviction from the downtown building, which has been without running water for more than 10 weeks and counting.
Want to feel better after clocks change this weekend? Here's what sleep experts suggest
Making small, manageable changes to your sleep schedule and spending time outside will make it easier to get some shut-eye.
Backlogged tribunals creating 'distress' for Ontarians waiting months or years to be heard
Long backlogs at four tribunals mean Ontarians are waiting months or even years to have their cases heard, and critics, lawyers and advocates are calling on the government to fix what they say is a broken system.
Kiska, the last captive killer whale in Canada, has died
The Ontario government says Kiska, the last captive killer whale in Canada, has died.
'Appalling' legacy of residential schools tops UN Indigenous rights rapporteur's early findings
Despite positive measures taken by Canada, Indigenous people continue to face obstacles to fully enjoying their individual and collective human rights in this country, the United Nations special rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples says.
City says it can't guarantee completion of Chedoke Creek cleanup within province's revised timeline
The City of Hamilton says it’s eager to get remediation work started following a four-year spillage of 24-billion-litres of sewage into Chedoke Creek, but warned Friday that it cannot guarantee completion within a revised timeline.
3 candidates make their pitch to Hamilton-Centre voters; PC candidate absent at debate
There was quite a bit the candidates present could agree on during this week's televised debate — protecting the Greenbelt, freezing Hamilton’s urban boundary and raising social assistance rates. Here are the highlights.
Volatile winter weather affecting icewine production in Ontario, producers say
It's been a tough season for icewine in Ontario. Unpredictable and fluctuating winter weather, combined with a reduced vine crop due to a debilitating cold snap last year, has meant a smaller yield this season.
Arkells's Max Kerman and other Juno Award nominees share their favourite books
It's the Juno Awards, the annual celebration of Canadian music! CBC Books highlights what 11 of the 2023 nominees have said they loved reading over the years.
Inmate mistakenly let out of Hamilton jail after 'administrative error': police
Hamilton police say officers are searching for an inmate mistakenly released from the Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre.
Ismaila Alfa named new host of Fresh Air
The veteran broadcaster brings his extensive knowledge of arts, music and community to Ontario's leading weekend morning radio program.
Snow expected to taper off Friday evening in Hamilton: Environment Canada
Snow cleanup continued Friday, following Environment Canada's weather advisory for Hamilton and surrounding areas.
Ottawa plans to crack down on doctors charging for medically necessary health care
A rise in the number of companies offering Canadians faster access to health care at a price is prompting the federal government to launch a crackdown on the practice, CBC News has learned.
McMaster students set for Florida launch of their satellite, after developing it for years
One of the principal investigators of a satellite started by students at Hamilton's McMaster University eight years ago says they feel "butterflies" mixed with excitement as they prepare for its launch into space next week.
Off-duty Niagara police officer charged after hit and run
Niagara Regional Police Service says an off-duty officer is facing charges after a hit and run.
20 workers sent to hospital after ammonia leak at Burlington, Ont., pork plant
Twenty workers at a Burlington, Ont., slaughterhouse have been taken to hospital as a precautionary measure after an ammonia leak, the fire chief says.
Ontario launches pilot project for children and youth with complex needs
Ontario is launching a pilot program at three children's hospitals to offer more services to kids with complex needs, such as developmental and intellectual disabilities and mental health concerns. It made the announcement in Hamilton on Thursday.
Niagara police lay mischief charge after person lied about fake officer
Niagara Regional Police Service says a 21-year-old woman has been charged with mischief after lying about being stopped by a fake police officer.
Hamilton man faces 4 sex assault charges after luring people online, police say
Hamilton police say a 27-year-old man is facing four charges of sexual assault.
Mohawk Institute residential school survivors request coroner investigation
Secretariat Survivors have decided to move from a criminal investigation to a coroner's investigation.
Colorectal cancer keeps rising among younger adults. No one's sure why
New statistics show colorectal cancer is on the rise among younger adults. No one's sure why. But the trend is clear, so the question now is: What should Canada do about it?
Folk artist Lewis Mallard made a Hamilton splash in his duck costume. He's now migrating to Toronto
Performance artist Lewis Mallard, known for wearing a duck costume since calling Hamilton home in 2019, is preparing to leave his roost and migrate to his original home — Toronto.
Snow expected to hit Hamilton, Niagara on Friday afternoon
Snow and icy conditions are expected in Hamilton and Niagara region on Friday.
'Very dangerous': OPP investigating video of man hanging off transport truck on QEW
Ontario Provincial Police in Burlington are investigating a video of someone hanging off the back of a transport truck on the Queen Elizabeth Way.
Niagara police looking for man impersonating officer
Niagara police say they are searching for a man pretending to be an officer who pulled over another driver on Monday evening.
She worked at Blockbuster as a teen. Now this Burlington woman is releasing her debut film
Canadian filmmaker Chandler Levack's debut 'I Like Movies' is based loosely on her own adolescence in Burlington, where she worked at Blockbuster and dreamed of a life beyond the suburbs.
Former Norfolk youth soccer club treasurer charged with fraud, OPP says
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says the former treasurer of a youth soccer club in Norfolk county has been charged with fraud of over $5,000.
Council's living-wage supporters hopeful summer student workers will get a raise
A motion to give City of Hamilton summer students a living wage died last month on a split vote – but after a recent report with a cheaper compromise, some councillors are hopeful many of those workers could still see a raise during the city's budget process later this month.
Breweries in Thunder Bay, Ont., toast International Women's Day with special beer created by women
Women at some Thunder Bay, Ont., breweries are toasting International Women's Day today with their own specially created beer, called Better Together, with proceeds going to charities. It's just one of the initiatives as part of global efforts to get women involved in beer brewing.
Hamilton Centre byelection: Get to know the candidates
The leading candidates running to be Hamilton Centre’s next MPP bring a wide range of experience from policing to environmental protesting to advocating for residents who live with disabilities or experience homelessness.
Privacy watchdog probes breach at Toronto breast milk bank for fragile babies
Ontario's privacy watchdog is investigating a data breach at a breast milk bank that provides breast milk to medically fragile babies across the province.
Teen charged after gun-related threat made at Brantford high school, police say
Brantford, Ont., police have charged a 16-year-old after reports of a "weapons-related" threat last week at North Park Collegiate Vocational School.
Celebrating Holi — the Hindu festival of colours
Hindus around the globe celebrate Holi festival to honour the god Krishna.
Parents fed up with limited swim options and long lines at Hamilton rec centres
Parents say limited public swim times on holidays, weekends and after school is putting overwhelming demand on the few sessions available.
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