Adam Strong found guilty of 1st-degree murder, manslaughter in 2 killings
Strong was convicted of first-degree murder in the death of Rori Hache and of manslaughter in that of Kandis Fitzpatrick.
NACI says AstraZeneca vaccine now recommended for use on seniors
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization says there is now enough ``real-world evidence'' to show the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine is both safe and effective for seniors.
Retired general Rick Hillier leaving role as Ontario vaccine task force head: Ford
Ford says Hillier took the job indicating it would only be a short-term appointment and that he would help the province set up its vaccine distributions network.
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.
Ontario's vaccine booking system launches today for those aged 80 and up
Qualifying residents can visit the online portal or call a hotline to book their appointment.
Canada to mark national day of observance to commemorate those who died of COVID-19
The government has asked Canadians to think about those whose lives were claimed by the novel coronavirus, as well as the health-care and other essential workers who have been on the front lines.
Some pharmacies already booking COVID-19 vaccine appointments
At least two major drug store chains are already booking vaccine appointments.
COVID-19 investigation could impact Brampton Transit
Officials in Peel say due to an active community COVID-19 investigation, service levels for transit in Brampton will be impacted.
First shipment of AstraZeneca vaccine arrives amid confusion over its use for seniors
Canada is to receive 500,000 doses of the vaccine, the third approved for use in Canada, from the Serum Institute of India.
New COVID-19 measures take effect in nine Ontario regions, two move into lockdown
The Thunder Bay and Simcoe-Muskoka health units have seen infections rising in recent days, driven in part by transmission of more infectious variants of the virus.