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Have food waste? Let worms create compost for you in this indoor habitat
If you want to create compost, but don't have the outdoor space to do it, a box of worms could do the trick. -
Stained glass shining bright for new hobbyists
With the COVID-19 pandemic and its recurring lockdowns, people are finding new ways to keep busy and it is colourful glass that is shining a light on some of the darkest days. -
City, NCC responding to reports of large parties in local parks
The National Capital Commission says it is working with the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Public Health on additional steps to enforce public health measures in local parks.
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ESS: Man searches for friends who helped ship him overseas in a crate in 1965
In 1965, Brian Robson was 19 and working in Australia. He wanted to go home to the U.K., but couldn't afford the travel expenses. So he hatched a plan to mail himself home in a crate, and recently wrote a book about it called The Crate Escape. He talks to Evan Solomon about the adventure, and his search for the men who helped him. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. -
Ottawa At Work Big Five Stories with Leslie Roberts!
CFRA's Matt Guite and CTV's John Crupi joins Lesley Roberts to discuss the Big Five stories in Ottawa. Ottawa At Work with Leslie Roberts every weekday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on News Talk 580 CFRA -
Ottawa At Work - Dr. Paul Roumeliotis Interview "Doctors warn of possible fourth wave?" "
Doctor warns of the possible fourth wave if Ontario reopens too soon after the third. - PLUS - Will the rate of vaccinations in our area start to slow down, or can we keep this up? GUEST: Dr. Paul Roumeliotis - Medical Officer of Health for the Eastern Ontario Health Unit, and Chair of the Council of Ontario Medical Officers of Health -
The Morning Rush - Igor Grossmann Interview "What are the best ways to deal with pandemic fatigue?"
How to deal with pandemic fatigue leading to some people not following public health measures, and why people might not be interested in doing so even as cases rise. Igor Grossmann, associate professor of psychology at the University of Waterloo and creator of the World After COVID project The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday from 5:00 am to 9:00 am on News Talk 580 CFRA. -
The Morning Rush -Jordan St. John "Will this be the end of the beer store?"
When the current arrangement is up, could this be the end of the Beer Store? Why? We are joined by Jordan St. John, author of “Lost Breweries of Toronto” and co-author of the “Ontario Beer Guide,” columnist, instructor. The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday from 5:00 am to 9:00 am on News Talk 580 CFRA. -
Medical Myth Busting with Dr. Barry Dworkin "People are behaving probably but less leeway with variants?"
1 In 3 COVID-19 Survivors Have Neurological Or Psychiatric Problems Within 6 Months. Why is this latest lockdown not slowing down the numbers? We find out the facts on Medical Myth Busting with Dr. Barry Dworkin. Medical Myth Busting with Dr. Barry Dworkin on The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday at 6:50 am on News Talk 580 CFRA. -
The Morning Rush "Behind The Scenes Morning Meeting!"
Every morning at 5 o'clock we let you look behind the curtains to the Morning Rush morning meeting with Bill Carroll. We talk about what's trending today, all the topics, and interviews for The Morning Rush show. The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday from 5:00 am to 9:00 am on News Talk 580 CFRA. -
Dr. Amit Arya: "Family doctors, honestly, should be in charge of this (vaccine) rollout"
Joining Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Live is Dr. Amit Arya, a palliative care physician at McMaster University and the University of Toronto. -
OC Transpo union calling for transit employees to be vaccinated immediately
Joining Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Live is Clint Crabtree, president of ATU Local 279.
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In the cell phone video, a police officer can be seen holding the man on the ground down before he is placed under arrest
Those who test positive will be sent to a government facility to quarantine
"We must end this uncivil war that pits red against blue," he said during his speech
Donald Trump pumped his fist and waved as he departed the White House on Marine One Wednesday for the last time as president, leaving behind a legacy of chaos and tumult and a nation bitterly divided
While the first impeachment of Trump last year brought no Republican votes in the House, a small but significant number of leaders and other lawmakers are breaking with the party to join Democrats on Wednesday.
The U.S. Capitol locked down Wednesday after protesters breached barricades
The Premier says he's speaking with the province's health experts
The decision, met with swift criticism from civil rights advocates and some public officials, threatened to reignite protests that rocked the city after the Aug. 23 shooting that left Jacob Blake paralyzed.
Personal support worker Anita Quidangen was the first to receive the Pfizer vaccine
COVID-19 AROUND THE PROVINCE
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AstraZeneca doses from US expected in Canada by the end of March: Procurement minister
"We will receive 1.5 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine from the United States within the next week or two." -
St. Patrick's Day revellers urged to follow public health guidelines
The main concern is that gatherings and celebrations could turn into COVID-19 super-spreader events. -
Three mass vaccination clinics open in Toronto today
The Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the Scarborough Town Centre, and the Toronto Congress Centre are all scheduled to open at 11:00 a.m. today. -
CMHA urges province to prioritize mental health sector in next budget
The request comes as a new poll suggests the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has eroded residents' already fragile emotional well-being.
The Virtual CN Cycle for CHEO is a fantastic way to get active all while supporting children facing cancer. Every year at CHEO approximately 75 children are diagnosed with cancer and another 500 are in active treatment. Participants are in full control of route planning, timing and their desired distance. Walk, cycle or run in your own neighbourhood or on a favourite trail.
The Ottawa Senators and the Senators Community Foundation have launched a new way to win. An innovative online platform available to Senators fans across Ontario. Larger jackpots… more players… more excitement and more support for our community. The Senators Community Foundation helps fund organizations and programs that make a difference for children and youth across our region. The new Sens 50/50!
It’s the best excuse for a deliciously fun date-night at home! Join us for Dishes for Wishes 2021 in support of Make-A-Wish Eastern Ontario, where over 350 children with critical illnesses are waiting for their life-changing wish. Dishes for Wishes includes a fabulous 3-course dinner for two from MY Catering Group, a bottle of wine from Inniskillin, some great dinner music by local R&B/Soul artist Jeff Rogers, a surprise gift and more.
The Ottawa First Responders Foundation aims to augment augmenting the services that already exist for Ottawa First Responders, but also extending that support to retirees, veterans and families of first responders. Tragedy strikes on a personal and city-wide basis daily, while first responders continue to answer the calls day and night. First responders are exposed to these incidents daily, sometimes multiple times a day.