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Ontario extends nearly all emergency orders under Reopening Ontario Act another 30 days

Ontario has announced it is extending nearly all emergency orders under the Reopening Ontario Act for an additional 30 days.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks at Queen’s Park in Toronto on Tuesday January 12, 2021 to announce a state of emergency and stay at home order for the province of Ontario. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Police make arrests, disperse big crowd of anti-lockdown protesters in downtown Toronto

Police broke up two large gatherings of anti-lockdown protesters in downtown Toronto on Saturday and arrested three people, including the organizers, as authorities step up enforcement of gathering restrictions and the provincial stay-at-home order.

Police are on the scene of an anti-lockdown protest at Yonge-Dundas Square on Jan. 16, 2021. (CTV News/Craig Wadman)

Ontario reports more than 3,000 new COVID-19 cases, 51 additional deaths

Ontario has recorded more than 3,000 new COVID-19 cases, as well as 51 more deaths related to the disease.

FILE - A nurse performs a test on a patient at a drive-in COVID-19 clinic in Montreal, on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

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City of Vaughan closes skating rinks, toboggan hill and dog park amid stay-at home order

The City of Vaughan appears to be the first municipality in the Greater Toronto Area to close some of its outdoor amenities following a stay-at-home order issued by the provincial government.

A sign indicates skating is not allowed in Vaughan, Ont. on Jan. 15, 2021. (Phil Fraboni/CTV News Toronto)

'It hurts and I'm scared': Ontario hospitals struggle amid COVID-19 surge as patients wait for life-saving surgeries

Ontario residents are anxiously waiting for life-saving and life-altering surgeries as the COVID-19 pandemic overwhelms hospitals forcing doctors to make tough decisions.

Ontario resident, Kristin Whitehead, says she was diagnosed with cancer in October, and worries her life-saving surgery may be postponed due to COVID-19. (Submitted)

TTC facing calls from riders, operators for better safety measures

As new emergency orders to slow the spread of COVID-19 come into effect across Ontario, TTC riders and operators are expressing concern that more measures may be needed to keep transit safe.

A woman wears a mask as she rides a TTC streetcar in Toronto on Friday, March 20, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

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Parents find strategies to manage extended online learning in southern Ontario

Tanya Bogatin's once pristine home is no longer quite so organized, and she's waiting a little longer between loads of laundry, but it's no skin off her back.

Ontario orders halt to residential evictions during state of emergency

The Ontario government has issued an emergency order temporarily halting the enforcement of residential evictions.

A sign hangs in the window of a west Toronto apartment on Thursday March 19, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Ontario premier responds to allegations that stay-at-home order will 'kill' small businesses

Premier Doug Ford says that help is on the way for small businesses across Ontario a day after the president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) claimed the province’s newly-announced stay-at-home order unfairly benefits big box retailers.

A storefront on Roncesvalles Avenue displays a "for lease" sign as part of a protest against the Ontario government's pandemic lockdown rules in Toronto on Tuesday Nov. 24, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jody White

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Vehicle prices in Canada hit all-time high with average topping $40,000

Vehicle prices in Canada have hit an all-time high with the average vehicle selling for more than $40,000.

New Ontario law will allow only 60 days for possible slip and fall claim

Every year thousands of Canadians are hurt after slipping on icy stairs, steps and sidewalks. Now if it happens in Ontario you’ll have a lot less time to sue for damages.

A person is seen walking through the snow covered trees near the boardwalk overlooking Lake Ontario in Toronto on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Your car knows a lot about you. Who owns that data?

New cars are packed with technology keeping us safe and tracking our every move, but they're also transmitting data in real time back to car manufacturers.

New tech products featured at this year's virtual Consumer Electronics Show

It's the biggest gathering of new tech products in the world, but this year the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is a virtual event.

Markham, Ont. restaurant out about $60K in sales after DoorDash questions some orders

A GTA restaurant claims DoorDash is holding back money from in-store pickup orders because it can’t prove they were real.

COVID-19 insurance is available, but industry encourages Canadians to stay home

If you feel you must fly outside of Canada during the pandemic, you can buy COVID-19 insurance coverage to help protect you in case you get the virus.

Peloton bike deliveries months behind schedule as demand surges due to pandemic

With fitness clubs closed due to COVID-19 many people are investing in workout equipment for their home and if you want one of the most popular connected fitness bikes you could be waiting months to get it.

The list of most expensive places in Ontario for car insurance has been revealed

At the height of the pandemic, insurance companies promised $1 billion in relief to drivers but new statistics show that rates still went up.

Did you buy Microsoft PC software between 1998 and 2010? You could be eligible to claim up to $250

If you bought a PC between 1998 and 2010, chances are it came with Microsoft products already installed. And if it did, you could be eligible to get back hundreds of dollars without proof of purchase.

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Dirty Toronto house hits the market for a whopping $1 million

A dirty and rundown home located in Toronto has hit the market for nearly $1 million.

This is the kitchen of a house in the east end of Toronto that's being sold for nearly $1 million. (Realtor.ca)

Old church converted into unique five-bedroom home north of Toronto hits the market for $800,000

A former church that has been converted into a "one-of-kind" five-bedroom home north of Toronto has hit the market for less than $800,000.

The unique property is located at 10 Mill Street in Amaranth, Ont. (Realtor.ca)

Here's what the massive development at Honest Ed's now looks like

It's starting to look very different at the southwest corner of Bloor and Bathurst streets.

Progress at the Mirvish Village project on the southwest corner of Bloor and Bathurst streets is seen. (Twitter/@EllisDon)

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NEW | Canada surpasses 700,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases

Canada's procurement minister urged drugmaker Pfizer-BioNTech to get the country's COVID-19 vaccine delivery schedule back on track as soon as possible as cases of the novel coronavirus surged past the 700,000 mark on Saturday.

Paramedics wheel a patient into the emergency department at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston

Biden outlines 'Day One' plan to undo some of Trump's signature decisions

In his first hours as president, Joe Biden plans to take executive action to roll back some of the most controversial decisions of his predecessor and to address the raging coronavirus pandemic, his incoming chief of staff said Saturday.

U.S. president-elect Joe Biden waves as he leaves The Queen theater, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, in Wilmington, Del. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

More than 7 in 10 Canadians support barring unvaccinated people from businesses: Nanos survey

More than seven in 10 Canadians support or somewhat support barring those who don’t have proof of vaccination from businesses where people are in close contact, according to a new Nanos survey.

People wear face masks as they wait to be tested for COVID-19 at a clinic in Montreal, Sunday, January 3, 2021, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Canada and around the world. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

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Man rescues deer falling through ice

A man went to great lengths to bring a young deer to safety after it fell through ice.

Young Toronto filmmaker gets international praise

A young Toronto filmmaker is getting international praise for her depiction of remote learning.

Durham farmers donate fridges full of food

A group of farmers in Durham Region is donating two industrial fridges filled with food to local organizations.

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Toronto restaurant offering free burgers to seniors and the homeless during the COVID-19 pandemic

A restaurant in Toronto’s east-end is offering up free burgers to seniors and those experiencing homelessness as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on across the city.

Ontario university student learns to sew 'winter bundles' for people experiencing homelessness

Emma Weller's sewing machine has been working overtime as the 18-year-old makes "winter bundles" for people experiencing homelessness.

Virtual celebration held for Mississauga man’s 100th birthday

It was a virtual celebration, but no doubt a special one, for a Mississauga resident who recently turned 100 years old.

Dan Morgan is seen on his 100th birthday. (Supplied)

'A smile doesn't cost': Ontario Tim Hortons worker shocked community raised over $20K for him

An Ontario Tim Hortons worker set to receive a large payout thanks to a community crowdfunding effort says he plans on sharing some of the funds with his teammates and donating some to others in need.

Working on the big stage: Brampton, Ont. native grinding his path in the NCAA

Standing on a basketball court, Manny Dosanjh is the very image of perseverance.

'We're just trying to help out a friend': Project in Lindsay, Ont. has volunteers cooking meals for families in need

In November, the Lindsay, Ont. resident started ‘You Got a Friend’ – a project where members of the community who could use a little help are able to request a meal from generous volunteer cooks in the neighbourhood.

'Kids Who Care' group raises nearly $7,000 for new winter coats for GTA community centre

For many, the winter season will feel a little warmer now in the GTA, thanks to the fundraising efforts of some young people in York Region.

'This is how communities come together': Hand Up Toronto continues to feed the city with emergency hampers

It’s been an ongoing mission to feed the city for Carmen Leung and her team at Hand Up Toronto.

Father, daughter swimming duo take to the lake due to pool closures

Meet the Hulfords—a father-daughter swimming duo who had to find a way to continue training with all the local pools closed due to the pandemic.

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