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CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
Ottawa police say missing 15-year-old girl found safe and sound
A Ottawa Police Service (OPS) patch is seen in Ottawa, on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby The Ottawa Police Service says a missing 15-year-old girl has been found safe and sound. Police reported the teen missing on Wednesday, saying she had been last seen on June 11. On Friday, police said the teen had been located. CTV News Ottawa has removed the girl's name and photo from our story and social media posts.
Toronto Sun
09-06-2025
- Business
- Toronto Sun
Stalemate between Canada Post, workers drags on as union demands feds stay out
Published Jun 09, 2025 • 2 minute read Protesters march during a Canada Post rally in Ottawa, on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Photo by Spencer Colby / Postmedia Network GATINEAU, Que. — Canada Post says it has failed to make progress in recent talks with the union representing 55,000 postal workers as an increasingly acrimonious impasse drags on. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The Crown corporation says the two sides cannot find common ground even on the terms for an arbitration process, which Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu asked the parties to work toward. Canada Post spokeswoman Lisa Liu says the Canadian Union of Postal Workers has effectively refused to recognize a federally commissioned report that called for major reforms to the 158-year-old institution, including more flexible routes and part-time weekend positions with similar pay rates and benefits. She says the two sides exchanged some information on Thursday and Friday through federal mediators, but managed little contact since. Meanwhile, the union called on members to sign a letter to the minister opposing the prospect of a forced vote on Canada Post's 'final offers.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Read More The letter says that such a move — requested by Canada Post — would amount to government interference, tip the scales in the employer's favour and potentially sow division in the ranks of employees. 'The issues will remain contentious among some, most or all of the membership, depending upon how the vote goes,' the Sunday missive states, adding that resulting resentment would undermine labour peace. Union president Jan Simpson hinted at possible rifts within the membership last week, saying in an update that 'although tensions are high, let's not forget our fight is with the employer, not one another.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Canada Post's 'final offers,' presented May 28, include an end to compulsory overtime, signing bonuses of between $500 and $1,000 and cost-of-living payments that are triggered at a lower inflation threshold. Management's earlier offer of a nearly 14% cumulative wage hike over four years remains unchanged, as does a plan to hire part-time staff for weekend parcel delivery — a major sticking point in the talks. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Last Wednesday, the jobs minister called on Canada Post and the union to return to the bargaining table and hash out terms for binding arbitration, with the two sides far apart on key issues. Hajdu also asked the Crown corporation and union to continue to work toward a deal outside of that process in a dual-track approach to reach a new contract. The union backed down from the threat of a strike last month, but imposed an ongoing overtime ban instead on May 23. A strike would mark the union's second work stoppage in six months, after mail carriers went on strike for 32 days at the height of the pre-holiday shipping season in November and December. That action was part of the same contract negotiations at issue now. Toronto Blue Jays Olympics World Toronto & GTA Canada
CTV News
07-06-2025
- CTV News
Single-vehicle rollover closes southbound DVP lanes at York Mills
A Toronto Police Service logo patch is shown in Toronto, on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Toronto police are investigating the scene of a crash after a vehicle reportedly rolled over shutting down a stretch of the DVP Friday night. In a post to social media, officials say they were called to the DVP at York Mills road just before 11 p.m. The male driver was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to investigators. The southbound DVP remains closed at York Mills as crews continue to investigate. All traffic is being diverted off at York Mills Road and drivers are advised to expect delays in the area. This is a developing news story, more details to come...
CTV News
05-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Special air quality statement in effect for eastern Ontario, western Quebec
Downtown Ottawa is seen engulfed in wildfire smoke. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby A special air quality statement is in effect for eastern Ontario and western Quebec. The statement was issued by Environment Canada Thursday, saying smoke caused by wildfires is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility over the area tonight into Friday morning. 'As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events,' reads the statement. 'You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.' Lake Huron, south into The air quality statement extends as far west as Toronto and Windsor, and north of Gatineau, Que. The weather agency says residents over the age of 55, pregnant women, workers who work outdoors and people with existing health conditions are at risk of being impacted by wildfire smoke. Those people are asked to protect themselves by limiting their exposure to smoke by staying indoors. 'When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. When there is an extreme heat event occurring with poor air quality, prioritize keeping cool,' reads the statement. 'Protect your indoor air from wildfire smoke. Actions can include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine particles.' Those who must spend time indoors are asked to wear a respirator type mask, such as a NIOSH-certified N95 or equivalent respirator, reads the statement. The statement comes as fires continue to ravage the Prairies, prompting the province of Manitoba to declare a national emergency. Hundreds of Manitoba First Nations are seeking refuge in Niagara Falls, hundreds of kilometres away from home. More information about wildfire smoke is available at With files from CTV News Toronto's Alex Arsenych and Aarjavee Raaj
CTV News
04-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Collision closes EB lanes of Hwy. 401 in Oshawa
An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) patch is seen in Ottawa, on September 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby All eastbound lanes of Highway 401 are closed this morning in Oshawa due to a collision, Ontario Provincial Police say. The collision has closed lanes at Harmony Road, police said. It is unclear if anyone was injured in the crash but police are on scene.
