Father of 15-year-old fatally shot near Toronto high school believes son was innocent victim
Toronto officer who shot Sammy Yatim in 2013 on empty streetcar granted parole
Strikes close all Ontario Catholic schools, some public elementary and high schools
Ice flies off truck, smashes GO bus windshield on Highway 401
Ontario teachers’ strikes: A timeline of key events and actions taken so far
Pedestrian killed after being hit by truck in Toronto’s north end
19-year-old man critically injured after stabbing in east-end Toronto
Toronto police said the male suspect was tracked down with the assistance of the canine unit and area residents. Continue reading
What is e-learning and why does it have some Ontario teachers concerned?
By Jamie Mauracher Digital Broadcast Journalist
In 2019, the Ford government put forward a plan to make e-learning mandatory for graduation. It first announced students would have to complete four courses, but months later the government reduced that requirement to two. Continue reading
First case of Chinese coronavirus confirmed in Macau: report
Macau, which is also located closely to Hong Kong, confirmed its first case the new Chinese coronavirus that emerged from the city of Wuhan. The death toll from the virus in China has risen to 9 with 440 confirmed cases. Continue reading
Ontario’s 3 main parties now have candidates for upcoming Ottawa byelections
Premier Doug Ford has until Feb. 2 to call the byelection in Ottawa-Vanier. A byelection also needs to be called in Orléans. Continue reading
Thornhill woman creates group to cut waste, feed those in need north of the GTA
By Susan Hay Anchor/Producer
“Hungry North of the GTA is a Facebook group designed for people who are food abundant to help those who are food insecure and to help limit waste,” explained Morris. Continue reading
Williams scores twice, leads Hurricanes past Jets 4-1
Justin Williams scored a pair of goals in his second game back in the NHL, leading the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night. Continue reading
Nickelback, Stone Temple Pilots announce massive anniversary tour, 1 Canadian date
This summer, Nickelback will play its 2005 album ‘All the Right Reasons’ front-to-back across 45 North American cities. Continue reading
Peel police say man in life-threatening condition after Mississauga shooting
Police said officers responded to a call in the area of Eglinton Avenue East and Kennedy Road South just before 1p.m. Continue reading
China’s coronavirus death toll rises to 9 with 440 confirmed cases: health officials
Another 2,197 cases of close contact with patients had been confirmed and there was evidence of “respiratory transmission” of the virus, National Health Commission vice-minister Li Bin told reporters. Continue reading
How the dispute between Ontario and teachers’ unions could evolve
Global News takes a look at possible next steps in the disputes between the provincial government and four teachers’ unions. Continue reading
Ontario public health restructuring should be negotiated, not forced: Report
The report comes as Premier Doug Ford’s government consults on its plan to reduce the number of public health units from 35 to 10, a move announced in the 2019 budget. Continue reading
ANALYSIS: What we know about the Liberal plan for Parliament after the cabinet retreat
By Abigail Bimman Global National Ottawa Correspondent
On pharmacare, protecting the environment and stricter gun control measures, Trudeau spoke generally but offered no specifics. Continue reading
Toronto police arrest man, 22, in alleged long-standing taxi scam involving debit cards
Investigators have said they’ve seen a rash of allegedly fraudulent transactions since 2018, collectively costing hundreds of customers millions of dollars. Continue reading
Teen activist Autumn Peltier appears at World Economic Forum with criticism for feds
Teenage Indigenous water activist Autumn Peltier said she doesn’t feel the country’s federal politicians are focused enough on climate change, even after years of her campaigning for them to take action. Continue reading
B.C. health officials on alert, new airport screening as coronavirus reaches Washington state
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“I think we need to pay attention to it, but it’s not something we need to be overly concerned about. The risk is still very low.” Continue reading
Canadians criticize Trudeau after visit to Oh Doughnuts bakery in Winnipeg
A local bakery is fighting back against online criticism after the prime minister made an unscheduled visit Monday. Continue reading
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle issue warning over paparazzi harassment in Canada
Meghan Markle was reportedly spied on by photographers while on a walk with Archie in Victoria. Continue reading
He never had trouble at the U.S. border — until he got a pardon. Here’s what seems to be happening
If you have a record for a minor crime, should you get a pardon? Global News talked to someone who got his record sealed — and found it much harder to cross the U.S. border. Continue reading
CDC announces first U.S. case of Chinese coronavirus
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed the first U.S. case of coronavirus linked to an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Continue reading
‘The damage is already done’: Indigenous man arrested with granddaughter rejects BMO apology
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“My granddaughter is going to live with this for the rest of her life, being taken out of your bank and being handcuffed,” said Maxwell Johnson. Continue reading
Discount fare program for riders transferring between TTC, GO Transit and UP Express set to end
Metrolinx announced on Tuesday that the so-called Discounted Double Fare program will end on March 31. Continue reading
19-year-old man critically injured after stabbing in east-end Toronto
Toronto police said the male suspect was tracked down with the assistance of the canine unit and area residents. Continue reading
What is e-learning and why does it have some Ontario teachers concerned?
By Jamie Mauracher Digital Broadcast Journalist
In 2019, the Ford government put forward a plan to make e-learning mandatory for graduation. It first announced students would have to complete four courses, but months later the government reduced that requirement to two. Continue reading
Ontario teachers’ strikes: A timeline of key events and actions taken so far
Work-to-rule, rotating strikes, and province-wide walkouts have been courses of action taken by the unions over the past few months. Continue reading
Ice flies off truck, smashes GO bus windshield on Highway 401
While it was “nearly impossible” to see through the windshield after the impact, the driver was able to maintain control and pull over, Metrolinx said. Continue reading
Ontario’s 3 main parties now have candidates for upcoming Ottawa byelections
Premier Doug Ford has until Feb. 2 to call the byelection in Ottawa-Vanier. A byelection also needs to be called in Orléans. Continue reading
Thornhill woman creates group to cut waste, feed those in need north of the GTA
By Susan Hay Anchor/Producer
“Hungry North of the GTA is a Facebook group designed for people who are food abundant to help those who are food insecure and to help limit waste,” explained Morris. Continue reading
Nickelback, Stone Temple Pilots announce massive anniversary tour, 1 Canadian date
This summer, Nickelback will play its 2005 album ‘All the Right Reasons’ front-to-back across 45 North American cities. Continue reading
Father of 15-year-old fatally shot near Toronto high school believes son was innocent victim
Toronto police said a 15-year-old boy, who also attended Woburn Collegiate Institute, has been charged with second-degree murder. Continue reading
Peel police say man in life-threatening condition after Mississauga shooting
Police said officers responded to a call in the area of Eglinton Avenue East and Kennedy Road South just before 1p.m. Continue reading
How the dispute between Ontario and teachers’ unions could evolve
Global News takes a look at possible next steps in the disputes between the provincial government and four teachers’ unions. Continue reading
Ontario public health restructuring should be negotiated, not forced: Report
The report comes as Premier Doug Ford’s government consults on its plan to reduce the number of public health units from 35 to 10, a move announced in the 2019 budget. Continue reading
Toronto police arrest man, 22, in alleged long-standing taxi scam involving debit cards
Investigators have said they’ve seen a rash of allegedly fraudulent transactions since 2018, collectively costing hundreds of customers millions of dollars. Continue reading
Teen activist Autumn Peltier appears at World Economic Forum with criticism for feds
Teenage Indigenous water activist Autumn Peltier said she doesn’t feel the country’s federal politicians are focused enough on climate change, even after years of her campaigning for them to take action. Continue reading
Toronto officer who shot Sammy Yatim in 2013 on empty streetcar granted parole
Const. James Forcillo was granted full parole on Jan. 17 and must have no contact — direct or indirect — with the victim’s family. Continue reading
Making the cut: Team Canada prepares to compete in 2020 World Butchers’ Challenge
By Matthew Conrod Social Host
It’s the first time Canda will be competing in the bi-annual meat-cutting competition, which is billed as “the greatest butchery event on earth.” Continue reading
Windsor Spitfires not willing to sacrifice future for short term rental
Many eyes around the league were on the Windsor Spitfires, who despite icing a younger line up this season, sat atop the Western Conference at the time of the trade deadline. Continue reading
Man on bike killed in Brampton after being hit by vehicle
Emergency crews were called to Rutherford and Orenda roads on Tuesday morning for reports of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle. Continue reading
Pedestrian killed after being hit by truck in Toronto’s north end
Emergency crews were called to Alness Street near Steeles Avenue West at around 7 a.m. Tuesday for reports of a pedestrian hit by a truck. Continue reading
GTA punk rock band writes song about ‘dangerous’ Bowmanville intersection
By Brittany Rosen Videographer
The band’s music video has garnered nearly 9,000 views on YouTube. Continue reading
Man, 40, killed in 3-vehicle crash on Highway 401 near Newcastle
OPP say a 40-year-old man has died after a three-vehicle collision closes eastbound Highway 401 at Mill Street near Newcastle on Tuesday. Continue reading
Strikes close all Ontario Catholic schools, some public elementary and high schools
Catholic schools across Ontario will be closed Tuesday, as will public high schools and elementary schools in several boards. Continue reading
Rotating school strikes unlikely to impact Ontario economy: experts
The impact of the ongoing Ontario teacher strikes is ‘much more political and psychological than economic,’ one economist said. Continue reading
Mike Sloan, London advocate who shared terminal cancer fight with the world, dies at 50
Sloan, diagnosed in early 2019 with Stage 4 anaplastic thyroid cancer, died Monday afternoon through medical assistance. Continue reading
OHL Roundup: Monday, January 20, 2020
OWEN SOUND, Ont. – Philip Tomasino had two goals and two assists as the Oshawa Generals edged the Owen Sound Attack 5-4 on Monday in Ontario Hockey League play. Continue reading
