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Kidnapping incident in Durham Region led to search of Welland neighbourhood
Three St. Catharines residents report they were kidnapped and forced to withdraw money Thursday
Many who rely on group therapy for addiction left vulnerable by COVID-19
COVID-19 has impacted most Canadians, but social, economic and health disparities leave some groups more vulnerable than others.​
COVID-19 shutdown an added burden for Quebec’s struggling Catholic churches
MONTREAL—Rev. Jean-Luc Laflamme knows that Thetford Mines has seen better days. The “golden age” in the working-class community in south-central Quebec, best known for its now-closed asbestos mines, was in the 1950s and 1960s, he said.
Physical distancing upending Mother’s Day tradition amid Canada’s coronavirus outbreak
A lot of moms across Canada will be missing their hugs and kisses this Mother’s Day because of physical distancing rules and guidelines.
Several employees at west-end Loblaws test positive; Canadian cruise ship workers able to return home; South Korea reports rise in cases after bars reopen
The latest novel coronavirus news from Canada and around the world Sunday (this file will be updated throughout the day). Web links to longer stories if available.
Pet Project Part 3: Hamilton’s furry friends shine during a pandemic
Doggos and kitty cats galore in the age of COVID-19
Hamilton’s most expensive home sold in April cost its buyers $2.85 million
The organization says the top three sales in its coverage area last month ranged from $1.9 million to $2.85 million, with one located in Ancaster and
Royson James: U of T researchers to track the demographics of the COVID-19 pandemic
Donald “Mad Scientist” Trump’s promise of an imminent COVID-19 vaccine may be as flawed as his hope that ingesting bleach is a viable antidote. But thousands of real scientists around the world are chasing cures, treatments, vaccines, testing regimens and everything to do with detecting, predicting, mapping and containing coronavirus.
‘Disaster waiting to happen’: Inside the biggest prison coronavirus outbreak in Canada
VANCOUVER—Something troubled Dr. John Farley as he was doing his usual rounds at B.C.’s federal prisons earlier this spring.
Unlike previous pandemics, there’s so much information to keep the public informed — and misinformed
The headlines tell two vastly different tales.
Coronavirus cancels 2020 Port Perry Fair
The coronavirus crisis has prompted the Port Perry Agricultural Society to cancel the 2020 edition of the Port Perry Fair.
Violence against Indigenous women on the rise
Violence against Indigenous women during COVID-19 sparks calls for MMIWG plan
Police probe alleged stunt driving in Toronto
Scores of cars congregate in Toronto before allegedly racing on highways
Weeks stranded on a ‘ghost ship’ often felt like paradise, Toronto entertainer says
For more than 50 days, Toronto-based pianist and singer Arny Galoyo was stuck aboard the Emerald Princess as the cruise ship sailed the Caribbean Sea.
The quest and the tests to bring sports back are coming through Toronto
A Toronto doctor and a Toronto investment company are at the centre of attempts to bring sports back after two months of lockdowns due to the coronavirus.
One charged, one wanted in kidnapping probe
One man charged, another wanted in investigation into alleged kidnapping
Toronto Western Hospital declares another COVID-19 outbreak
Toronto Western Hospital reported another outbreak of COVID-19, which comes after it began mass testing all patients and staff last week in response to a separate series of outbreaks.
ORNGE’s island base kept open with $5 million in emergency funds from the province
When Porter Airlines and Air Canada pulled out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport in March due to the global pandemic, that left just one tenant to keep the lights on.
Ontario to support child-care facilities
Ontario government to prop-up child-care providers with financial supports
Toronto florist arranges special delivery of Mother’s Day gifts to victims of domestic violence
This Mother’s Day will be particularly tough for women with children fleeing domestic violence.
Councillor wants to allow Hamilton restaurants to expand patios into roads, parking lots this summer
Ward 2’s Jason Farr will put forward a motion Wednesday to allow the city’s restaurants to expand patios into public space, like roads and parking lot
Gardeners beware: Frost advisory could stick around until Tuesday
Think twice about open-toed shoes on Hamilton’s reopened trails.
Canadians who work on two cruise ships are being allowed off in U.S. ports
Canadians working aboard two cruise ships who have been prevented from coming ashore due to COVID-19 concerns are finally being allowed to return home.
City IT manager settles into new job cleaning Toronto’s largest long-term-care home
In troubled times, some people step up to take on dangerous tasks that would send others running.
Burlington responds to more than 2,000 calls reporting coronavirus rule violators
While Burlington residents have lodged complaints on social media about a lack of social distancing at Spencer Smith Park, the city says rules are generally being followed.
Two employees at Amazon warehouse in Milton test positive for coronavirus
Halton’s public health agency so far isn’t declaring a workplace outbreak.
More than 500 Ontario parks and conservation areas will reopen Monday
Ontario announced 520 provincial parks and conservation reserves will reopen Monday for day use, with the remaining 115 parks to open Friday.
Burlington responds to over 2,000 calls reporting COVID-19 rule violators — two tickets have been issued
Dozens of complaints from Spencer Smith Park, but city says rules are generally being followed
Coronavirus cases surge past 3,000 in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon with nearly 200 deaths
Peel Region hit an unfortunate milestone on Saturday after confirmed and probable cases surpassed the 3,000 mark across Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon with nearly 200 deaths associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chief of Ginoogaming First Nation has died
Ginoogaming First Nation mourns death of Chief Celia Echum
Projections show deaths could soar in Montreal
Projections show COVID-19 deaths could soar if confinement lifted in Montreal
Canada will not pay for sub-standard masks: PM
Prime minister promises more pandemic aid to come from Ottawa
Projections show COVID-19 deaths in Montreal could soar if confinement lifted
MONTREAL—Quebec’s public health institute says deaths could spike in the greater Montreal area if physical distancing measures designed to limit the spread of COVID-19 are lifted.
Traffic watch: Scofflaws and fender benders in Hamilton and area
There’s snow on the road and speeders keep speeding.
Brampton exploring steeper fines for those littering protective gloves and masks
Discarded protective masks and latex gloves have become a common sight in parking lots and on Brampton streets since the COVID-19 pandemic began and city council wants to put a stop to it.
More drinking, more pot use and fewer avenues to get help — the ‘forgotten crisis’ within COVID-19
A cross-Canada survey shows alcohol and pot use increasing among people struggling with mental health issues during isolation.
Snowbirds scrap Saturday flyover due to weather
Snowbirds scrap Saturday flyover in southern Ontario due to weather
How hard will it be to reopen Ontario's economy? Look no further than next door
TROIS-RIVIÈRES, QUE.—Few people were more excited with the Quebec government’s plan to reopen stores and schools in the epicentre of Canada’s coronavirus outbreak than Annabelle Chouinard.
‘Measures are working’: Coronavirus curve flattening in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon
Officials for The Region of Peel and City of Brampton say the most recent COVID-19 case numbers in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon are encouraging and that physical distancing measures in place for weeks now are flattening the curve across the region.
Robert Caro writes, and waits, during the COVID-19 outbreak
On most days since the coronavirus spread through Manhattan, Robert Caro has held to a familiar routine. He rises early, walks to his office down the street, spends hours on the fifth and final volume of his Lyndon Johnson biography and enjoys a late-day stroll in Central Park with his wife, Ina, both of them wearing protective masks.
No easy fix for care homes after COVID-19
No easy fix for long-term care home problems highlighted by COVID-19
Canada backs U.S.-led pro-Taiwan push at WHO
Canada backs U.S.-led effort for Taiwan at WHO over China's objections
My life during COVID-19: Funny, sad and honest thoughts from Mohawk College students
Mohawk College graphic design students were tasked with their final assignment. In one paragraph and with one illustration, how are you coping during
May 9: Movie lines that made a big difference and other letters to the editor
When the dying Captain Miller looks up at Private Ryan and says “Earn this,” ... (it) made me realize that I have had many benefits from being born a
Random testing is best bet to control COVID-19, says epidemiologist
Hamilton doctor says city will take lead from the province but he suspects more people will be able to get tested in the future
COVID-19: Why are dying seniors not being taken to hospital?
Unions and advocacy groups asking why COVID-19 patients in long-term care or retirement homes are being kept there
Happy Mother’s Day: Hamilton couple welcomes second set of twins during COVID-19
Brittany Garrard-Amos and Tim Amos will soon have four under the age of four. Now “no one is able to help us.”
No winning ticket for Lotto Max jackpot
No winning ticket for Friday night's $10 million Lotto Max jackpot
Trudeau promises more pandemic aid
Prime minister promises more pandemic aid to come from Ottawa
One worker dead, 23 infected with COVID-19 at Saputo Dairy Products plant
An employee at a Saputo Dairy Products facility in Vaughan has died after contracting COVID-19, according to York Region Public Health.
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