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Dollarama says stores recognized as essential service in Ontario

The retailer says all of its stores with street access will remain open in Ontario and Quebec

Mar 24, 2020 10:17 AM Read more >

CANADA: Physician calls for better opioid use treatment options in correctional facilities

Incarcerated people are often denied access to treatment for opioid use disorder, physician says

Mar 24, 2020 9:25 AM Read more >

Kalen Schlatter found guilty of murder in killing of North Bay native Tess Richey

He was convicted of first-degree murder after three days of jury deliberation

Mar 24, 2020 9:24 AM Read more >

No more book club? No problem! A look at ways to self-isolate together

Online concerts, trivia nights and neighbourhood scavenger hunts are a few fun ways to pass the time and stay social in isolation

Mar 24, 2020 8:15 AM Read more >

Ontario government defines essential services

Other business-owners encouraged to continue operations through work-from-home and other innovative business models, says Ford

Mar 23, 2020 9:05 PM Read more >

BEYOND LOCAL: Conversion therapy survivor offers personal insight on Canada's proposed ban

The social pressures to be ‘straight’ and ‘cis’ can be overwhelming for LGBTQ+ people, especially youth

Mar 23, 2020 8:55 PM Read more >

Ontario SPCA offers free online learning for kids stuck at home

AnimalSmart lesson plans are currently offered for Grades 1-3

Mar 23, 2020 5:00 PM Read more >

New hospital protocols announced to help deal with COVID-19

All non-essential visits to hospital, St. Joseph’s Manor continue to be suspended until further notice

Mar 23, 2020 4:20 PM Read more >

BREAKING: Premier doesn't think students will go back to school on April 6

Ford made the statement during a press conference this afternoon

Mar 23, 2020 2:45 PM Read more >

BREAKING: All non-essential workplaces ordered to close effective tomorrow at midnight

Measures to last for 14 days

Mar 23, 2020 1:45 PM Read more >