Thunder Bay retiree $1 million richer after big lotto win
A Thunder Bay, Ont., man's retirement is getting a bit happier after winning $1 million in the Lotto 6/49 Gold Ball Draw late last month.
Canada
Apr 26
Thunder Bay police chief arrested and charged in misconduct probe
A former police chief in the northern Ontario city of Thunder Bay was arrested and charged on Friday, marking the third arrest in an ongoing investigation by provincial police.
Canada
Apr 12
Ontario First Nation leaders call for disbandment of Thunder Bay police
First Nation leaders are renewing calls to dissolve the Thunder Bay police as the force's former leadership faces charges in a widening misconduct probe.
Canada
Apr 22
Thunder Bay Police facing credibility issues amid recent arrests of former members
Chief Darcy Fleury and police board chair Karen Machado expressed the sentiment during a joint news conference about last week's arrests of ex-chief Sylvie Hauth and the lawyer.
Crime
Apr 16
Former lawyer for Thunder Bay police is facing charges for obstruction and breach of trust
A former lawyer for the Thunder Bay Police is facing five charges in connection with an ongoing investigation into allegations of misconduct in the force.
Crime
Apr 10
Thunder Bay getting $20.7 million from Ottawa to fast-track housing development
The northern Ontario city of Thunder Bay is set to receive $20.7 million in federal funding to help fast-track housing development.
Politics
Feb 29
Ontario cities have the worst credit card debt in Canada, study finds
The latest data from money.ca shows that seven of the county’s top 10 worst cities for credit card debt are from Ontario, with Barrie, Ont. taking the number one spot.
Economy
May 2
Canadian curler Chelsea Carey says don’t compare me to Jennifer Jones
Chelsea Carey has been handed the skipping reins of Jones's young team ranked second in Canada and fourth in the world.
Canada
Apr 25
‘Huge loss’: Fire destroys band office in northern Ontario First Nation
Nishnawbe Aski Police says its crime unit is now investigating Thursday's early morning fire at the North Spirit Lake band office and a nearby abandoned home.
Fire
Apr 6
Blood on Board program expands to London, Ont.
En-route transfusions significantly improve patients’ outcomes since they no longer need to wait until they are in the hospital to receive blood.
Health
May 1
Terry Fox collection will be housed at the Royal BC Museum in Victoria
“For 44 years, Terry Fox has been an inspiration to Canadians and we are thrilled to be entrusted with the stewardship of this important collection."
Lifestyle
Apr 10
Ontario government supports new youth wellness hub in Port Hope
The new youth wellness hub opening next year in Port Hope is one of 10 new hubs that the government is adding to the network of 22 hubs it has opened since 2020.
Health
May 2
Resolution in $200M Ontario basic income class action could take ‘years’: lawyer
A lawyer from Toronto law firm Cavalluzzo LLP is representing thousands in a class action alleging Ontario breached the terms of a contract it entered with participants.
Canada
Apr 23
Montreal to host cliff diving world series event in August
On Aug. 25 the Port of Montreal’s Grand Quay will stage one of the eight stops on the calendar, with Canada hosting for the first time.
Canada
Apr 9
Saskatoon Blazers go back-to-back claiming second consecutive provincial U18 AAA title
Capturing their second straight provincial U18 AAA title, the Saskatoon Blazers now have their sights set on qualifying for the 2024 Telus Cup national championship.
Sports
Mar 27
Fire that destroyed nursing station forces Ontario First Nation to evacuate patients
Chief Russell Wesley of Cat Lake First Nation says people who need treatment for cancer, diabetes, and addiction support were among those removed from the community.
Fire
Mar 5
Ford government refutes LCBO privatization claims as union members rally in 11 cities
Unionized LCBO members are rallying in 11 cities across Ontario on Tuesday as they push back against plans to expand alcohol sales to more private retailers.
Canada
Mar 12
Demand is soaring for prefab homes. So why isn’t Canada seeing rapid growth?
Developers of prefab housing say they are getting thousands of queries about factory-built homes. So why is the supply unable to match up?
Canada
Mar 9
Will daylight saving time become permanent? Why making the change is tough
While there's been a lot of talk in Canada and the U.S. about doing away with the twice-yearly time change, there's been less action. Here's why.
Canada
Mar 6
Doug Ford promises to build as many jails as needed to keep criminals behind bars
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government will build as many jails as needed to keep criminals behind bars "for a long time."
Crime
Mar 8
