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Second lockdown could slow Ontario's economic recovery as it faces $37B deficit: FAO

Second lockdown could slow Ontario's economic recovery as it faces $37B deficit: FAO

TORONTO — Ontario's fiscal watchdog says the reopening of businesses over the summer improved its financial outlook for the province, but warns a second lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic could slow the province's economic recovery next year.
Ontario woman charged for violating quarantine rules, returning to work at care home

Ontario woman charged for violating quarantine rules, returning to work at care home

OTTAWA — An Ontario woman has been charged with breaching federal quarantine rules after allegedly returning to work in a long-term care facility soon after travelling abroad. Ottawa police say a complaint received Oct.
Why can't I get a flu shot? Experts address some common questions in an uncommon year

Why can't I get a flu shot? Experts address some common questions in an uncommon year

TORONTO — Increased demand for the flu shot has put unprecedented pressure on medical clinics and pharmacies to address fears of an impending "twindemic.
Ontario fitness industry awaits outcome of COVID-19 protocols review

Ontario fitness industry awaits outcome of COVID-19 protocols review

Members of Ontario's fitness industry say they're eagerly awaiting the outcome of a provincial review of COVID-19 protocols for gyms and similar facilities.
Police watchdog investigating woman's death following mental health call

Police watchdog investigating woman's death following mental health call

Ontario's police watchdog is investigating the death of a woman who met with officers shortly before she was found collapsed on a Brampton, Ont., road.
Milton, Ont., courthouse closes in-person hearings for mould investigation

Milton, Ont., courthouse closes in-person hearings for mould investigation

In-person hearings have been suspended at a courthouse in Milton, Ont., as an investigation into a recurring mould issue takes place. The Ontario Court of Justice says mould has been found at the courthouse in the past and was recently rediscovered.
Independent cinemas sell popcorn, seat naming rights amid shutdown in COVID hot spots

Independent cinemas sell popcorn, seat naming rights amid shutdown in COVID hot spots

TORONTO — Independent cinemas in Toronto and Ottawa are coming up with different ways to generate cash as COVID-19 restrictions force them to shut their doors for a second time since the pandemic began.
No more outings for residents of long-term care homes in Toronto, Peel region, Ottawa

No more outings for residents of long-term care homes in Toronto, Peel region, Ottawa

Residents of long-term care homes in three Ontario regions where COVID-19 cases are surging won't be allowed to go out for social or personal reasons as of Friday.
Kingston man threatens to burn down apartment over insect infestation, police allege

Kingston man threatens to burn down apartment over insect infestation, police allege

Police say they have arrested a 53-year-old man after he allegedly threatened to burn down his apartment in Kingston, Ont., due to an insect infestation.
Hamilton cycling studio outbreak could mean tighter gym restrictions in Ontario

Hamilton cycling studio outbreak could mean tighter gym restrictions in Ontario

Ontario is considering changing COVID-19 safety protocols for gyms in light of an outbreak linked to a Hamilton cycling studio, the province's associate medical officer of health said Wednesday. Dr.