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During the spring of 2020, amid COVID-19 restrictions, Brendan Whitney took a leave of absence from his job as a travel consultant to stay home with his 10-year-old son.
Man pushes back on CRA claim he must repay COVID-19 benefits
During the spring of 2020, amid COVID-19 restrictions, Brendan Whitney took a leave of absence from his job as a travel consultant to stay home with his 10-year-old son.
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January 4, 2026 at 1:05 AM
During the spring of 2020, amid COVID-19 restrictions, Brendan Whitney took a leave of absence from his job as a travel consultant to stay home with his 10-year-old son.
The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association is welcoming U.S. President Donald Trump’s postponement of tariff increases on furniture, cabinets and vanities, but the industry is still being devastated by the duties.
Canadian furniture and cabinet industry still reeling after Trump pauses tariff spike
The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association is welcoming U.S. President Donald Trump’s postponement of tariff increases on furniture, cabinets and vanities, but the industry is still being devastated by the duties.
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January 4, 2026 at 12:05 AM
The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association is welcoming U.S. President Donald Trump’s postponement of tariff increases on furniture, cabinets and vanities, but the industry is still being devastated by the duties.
Analyst Eric Ham says Trump's vow to 'run Venezuela' raises signals of risky nation-building, oil wars, and a dangerous global precedent
U.S. takes control of Venezuela, sparks global alarm
Analyst Eric Ham says Trump's vow to 'run Venezuela' raises signals of risky nation-building, oil wars, and a dangerous global precedent
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January 3, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Analyst Eric Ham says Trump's vow to 'run Venezuela' raises signals of risky nation-building, oil wars, and a dangerous global precedent
The organization that describes itself as the unified voice for northeastern Ontario is laying out its goals for 2026.
Highways and health care main priorities for FONOM in 2026
The organization that describes itself as the unified voice for northeastern Ontario is laying out its goals for 2026.
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January 3, 2026 at 11:05 PM
The organization that describes itself as the unified voice for northeastern Ontario is laying out its goals for 2026.
In a special 6-part presentation of “Good News” by CTV News Northern Ontario, Ian Campbell talks about the year that was, highlighting positive stories in the region from 2025.
CTV Northern Ontario’s ‘Good News’ series 2025
In a special 6-part presentation of “Good News” by CTV News Northern Ontario, Ian Campbell talks about the year that was, highlighting positive stories in the region from 2025.
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January 3, 2026 at 11:00 PM
In a special 6-part presentation of “Good News” by CTV News Northern Ontario, Ian Campbell talks about the year that was, highlighting positive stories in the region from 2025.
From bear attacks to spending scandals, from dumb criminals to major storms, stories that attracted the most views here on CTV News Northern Ontario in 2025 were diverse, from the lighthearted to the tragic.
A review of some of our top-viewed stories of 2025 in northern Ont.
From bear attacks to spending scandals, from dumb criminals to major storms, stories that attracted the most views here on CTV News Northern Ontario in 2025 were diverse, from the lighthearted to the tragic.
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January 3, 2026 at 10:35 PM
From bear attacks to spending scandals, from dumb criminals to major storms, stories that attracted the most views here on CTV News Northern Ontario in 2025 were diverse, from the lighthearted to the tragic.
Rhinovirus outbreak prompts visitor limits at Blind River long-term care home. Non-essential visits are postponed; essential visitors must mask and enter rooms singly. Virtual visits are available.
Northern care home implements visiting rules amid virus outbreak
Rhinovirus outbreak prompts visitor limits at Blind River long-term care home. Non-essential visits are postponed; essential visitors must mask.
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January 3, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Rhinovirus outbreak prompts visitor limits at Blind River long-term care home. Non-essential visits are postponed; essential visitors must mask and enter rooms singly. Virtual visits are available.
Kyle Smith, a 36-year-old Sudbury man, must wait 15 years for parole for the second-degree murder of Patrick McGregor, 30. The 2021 attack involved a stabbing and McGregor being run over with his own vehicle at a gas station on LaSalle Boulevard.
Sudbury murderer must wait 15 years before parole
Kyle Smith, a 36-year-old Sudbury man, must wait 15 years for parole for the second-degree murder of Patrick McGregor, 30.
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January 3, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Kyle Smith, a 36-year-old Sudbury man, must wait 15 years for parole for the second-degree murder of Patrick McGregor, 30. The 2021 attack involved a stabbing and McGregor being run over with his own vehicle at a gas station on LaSalle Boulevard.
OPP officers in Armstrong had a special New Year's Eve surprise: encountering a rare family of five lynx, including three kittens. The sighting, posted to social media, served as a perfect year-end highlight and a reminder of northern Ontario's incredible wildlife.
Lynx family surprises OPP officers on New Year's Eve
OPP officers in Armstrong had a special New Year's Eve surprise: encountering a rare family of five lynx, including three kittens.
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January 3, 2026 at 9:30 PM
OPP officers in Armstrong had a special New Year's Eve surprise: encountering a rare family of five lynx, including three kittens. The sighting, posted to social media, served as a perfect year-end highlight and a reminder of northern Ontario's incredible wildlife.
Timmins father of five, Patrick Chilton, wins more than $7.7 million in a Thunder Bay Hospital Foundation 50/50 draw, vowing to support his family with the windfall.
Northern Ontario father scores $7.7M hospital lottery jackpot
Timmins father of five, Patrick Chilton, wins more than $7.7 million in a Thunder Bay Hospital Foundation 50/50 draw, vowing to support his family.
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January 3, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Timmins father of five, Patrick Chilton, wins more than $7.7 million in a Thunder Bay Hospital Foundation 50/50 draw, vowing to support his family with the windfall.
Algoma Public Health declares a Rhinovirus outbreak at a Blind River long-term care home. Visitor restrictions are in place, including mandatory masking. Health officials also recommend postponing non-essential visits.
Mask mandate, visitor limits in effect at northern Ontario long-term care home amid virus outbreak
Algoma Public Health declares a Rhinovirus outbreak at a Blind River long-term care home. Visitor restrictions are in place, including mandatory masking. Health officials also recommend postponing non-essential visits.
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January 3, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Algoma Public Health declares a Rhinovirus outbreak at a Blind River long-term care home. Visitor restrictions are in place, including mandatory masking. Health officials also recommend postponing non-essential visits.
A Sudbury man has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 15 years for the second-degree murder of Patrick McGregor. Kyle Smith, 36, stabbed the victim during a 2021 altercation over a drug debt and then ran him over with a vehicle.
15 years before parole for Sudbury killer in gas station stabbing death
A Sudbury man has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 15 years for the second-degree murder of Patrick McGregor. Kyle Smith, 36, stabbed the victim during a 2021 altercation over a drug debt and then ran him over with a vehicle.
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January 3, 2026 at 8:30 PM
A Sudbury man has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 15 years for the second-degree murder of Patrick McGregor. Kyle Smith, 36, stabbed the victim during a 2021 altercation over a drug debt and then ran him over with a vehicle.
Big changes to return-to-office rules begin Monday for Ontario's public servants. They must work in-office five days a week. Alberta's public service follows next month. Other provinces have hybrid rules under review, while a new Federal plan is pending.
Public servants in Ontario are returning to the office
Big changes to return-to-office rules begin Monday for Ontario's public servants. They must work in-office five days a week.
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January 3, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Big changes to return-to-office rules begin Monday for Ontario's public servants. They must work in-office five days a week. Alberta's public service follows next month. Other provinces have hybrid rules under review, while a new Federal plan is pending.
North Bay Public Library launches a month-long reading challenge Jan. 5-30, offering ballots for prizes. In Sault Ste. Marie, kids can join the 'Reading With My Gnomes' club until March 20.
North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie launch winter reading programs
North Bay library's reading challenge runs Jan. 5-30. In Sault Ste. Marie, kids can join the 'Reading With My Gnomes' club until March 20.
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January 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
North Bay Public Library launches a month-long reading challenge Jan. 5-30, offering ballots for prizes. In Sault Ste. Marie, kids can join the 'Reading With My Gnomes' club until March 20.
A Sudbury mental health workshop for the local Punjabi community stressed inner wellness over typical New Year's resolutions. Organizers and speakers from the Sikh community aimed to break cultural stigma and offer support, particularly for newcomers separated from family. Angela Gemmill reports.
Sudbury New Year's workshop swaps gym focus for mental health
A Sudbury mental health workshop for the local Punjabi community stressed inner wellness over typical New Year's resolutions.
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January 3, 2026 at 7:20 PM
A Sudbury mental health workshop for the local Punjabi community stressed inner wellness over typical New Year's resolutions. Organizers and speakers from the Sikh community aimed to break cultural stigma and offer support, particularly for newcomers separated from family. Angela Gemmill reports.
Travelling for the holidays? Ease airport stress with these CAA's tips: Pre-book parking spots, use online check-in, dress smart for security and pack light. Remember CAA members get 10% off parking & lounge access during delays.
Beat airport chaos with these travel tips
Travelling for the holidays? Ease airport stress with these CAA's tips: Pre-book parking spots, use online check-in, dress smart for security and pack light.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Travelling for the holidays? Ease airport stress with these CAA's tips: Pre-book parking spots, use online check-in, dress smart for security and pack light. Remember CAA members get 10% off parking & lounge access during delays.
On this week's edition of #HockeyThisWeek, OHL play-by-play announcer David Bowen talks with Rick Wyman. David recently fulfilled a dream, calling a Maple Leafs game in the booth where his father, retiring broadcaster Joe Bowen, had worked. He even used his dad's signature "Holy Mackinaw!" call.
'Holy Mackinaw!' Son echoes dad's famous call in Leafs game broadcast debut
On this week's edition of Hockey This Week, play-by-play announcer David Bowen talks about recently fulfilling a dream, calling a Maple Leaf game in the booth.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:50 PM
On this week's edition of #HockeyThisWeek, OHL play-by-play announcer David Bowen talks with Rick Wyman. David recently fulfilled a dream, calling a Maple Leafs game in the booth where his father, retiring broadcaster Joe Bowen, had worked. He even used his dad's signature "Holy Mackinaw!" call.
OPP seek three suspects after ATVs and snowmachines damaged a $2,000 memorial sign on North Branch Road in Gorham, Ont., near Thunder Bay on Dec. 11. Provincial police released this video of one of the suspects.
$2K memorial sign damaged by ATV riders; OPP seek suspects
OPP seek three suspects after ATVs and snowmachines damaged a $2,000 memorial sign on North Branch Road in Gorham, Ont., near Thunder Bay on Dec. 11.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:35 PM
OPP seek three suspects after ATVs and snowmachines damaged a $2,000 memorial sign on North Branch Road in Gorham, Ont., near Thunder Bay on Dec. 11. Provincial police released this video of one of the suspects.
An Elliot Lake teen faces charges, including theft, after a Christmas Eve break-in at a Highway 108 business and a trespassing attempt at another, OPP say.
19-year-old faces charges after Elliot Lake business break-in
An Elliot Lake teen faces charges, including theft, after a Christmas Eve break-in at a Highway 108 business and a trespassing attempt at another, OPP say.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:30 PM
An Elliot Lake teen faces charges, including theft, after a Christmas Eve break-in at a Highway 108 business and a trespassing attempt at another, OPP say.
Police, including OPP, are warning drivers that ice or snow flying off a vehicle can be deadly, leading to potential careless driving charges, stating that clearing your entire car is required by law. Madison Marier reports.
Uncleared snow on vehicles could mean careless driving charges
Police, including OPP, are warning drivers that ice or snow flying off a vehicle can be deadly, leading to potential careless driving charges.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Police, including OPP, are warning drivers that ice or snow flying off a vehicle can be deadly, leading to potential careless driving charges, stating that clearing your entire car is required by law. Madison Marier reports.
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities' 2026 priorities are improved highway safety and healthcare access. President Dave Plourde says highway upgrades are critical, citing frequent closures. The group also seeks more nurses to reduce wait times. Eric Taschner reports.
Northern Ont. mayors demand highway upgrades, more nurse recruitment in 2026
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities' 2026 priorities are improved highway safety and healthcare access.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities' 2026 priorities are improved highway safety and healthcare access. President Dave Plourde says highway upgrades are critical, citing frequent closures. The group also seeks more nurses to reduce wait times. Eric Taschner reports.
CTV Northern Ontario’s top 2025 stories included North Bay mayor’s expense scandal, storm damage at a provincial park, a bear attack, a township’s debt and a foiled child abduction in Kirkland Lake. Lyndsay Aelick takes a look back.
A look at 2025 headlines in northern Ontario
Lyndsay Aelick takes a look back at some of the stories that made headlines in northern Ontario in 2025.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:30 PM
CTV Northern Ontario’s top 2025 stories included North Bay mayor’s expense scandal, storm damage at a provincial park, a bear attack, a township’s debt and a foiled child abduction in Kirkland Lake. Lyndsay Aelick takes a look back.
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a stunning military operation early Saturday that plucked a sitting leader from office — the culmination of months of escalating Trump administration pressure on the oil-rich South American nation.
U.S. will ‘run’ Venezuela after Maduro’s capture, Trump says
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a stunning military operation early Saturday that plucked a sitting leader from office — the culmination of months of escalating Trump administration pressure on the oil-rich South American nation.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:20 PM
The U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in a stunning military operation early Saturday that plucked a sitting leader from office — the culmination of months of escalating Trump administration pressure on the oil-rich South American nation.
HR expert Nora Jenkins Townson discusses how employees forced to go back to work full-time face major life choices such as relocation and childcare.
Ontario public servants may have to adjust childcare, living locations after back-to-work order
HR expert Nora Jenkins Townson discusses how employees forced to go back to work full-time face major life choices such as relocation and childcare.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:05 PM
HR expert Nora Jenkins Townson discusses how employees forced to go back to work full-time face major life choices such as relocation and childcare.
Four people were arrested in Greater Sudbury on Friday after a weapons complaint led to a police standoff. Officers seized a replica handgun, suspected cocaine and cash following the day-long incident at a Capreol residence.
Greater Sudbury police standoff ends with 4 arrests, drugs, replica firearm seized
Four people were arrested in Greater Sudbury on Friday after a weapons complaint led to a police standoff. Officers seized a replica handgun, suspected cocaine and cash following the day-long incident at a Capreol residence.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Four people were arrested in Greater Sudbury on Friday after a weapons complaint led to a police standoff. Officers seized a replica handgun, suspected cocaine and cash following the day-long incident at a Capreol residence.