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CTV News
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
What the four major cities in the north will offer for Canada Day
Communities in northeastern Ontario are holding drone and fireworks displays – some are having both – to celebrate Canada's birthday. Communities in northeastern Ontario will have many offerings for residents July 1 to celebrate Canada Day. Last year, Sudbury and Timmins introduced drone shows instead of fireworks for the first time – with decidedly mixed reaction. Canadian flag Communities in northeastern Ontario will have many offerings for residents July 1 to celebrate Canada Day. 'We had a great turnout, however, the feedback from the community was not the greatest,' said Lacey Rigg, coordinator of meetings, conventions and sports tourism with the City of Timmins. 'They really wanted fireworks back. So as a result, our council had put forward a motion to put a budget of $100,000. So this year, the committee has decided to go with a larger fireworks show. And we are doing it in the centre of our city at Gillies Lake Conservation Area.' Drones and fireworks Officials in Sudbury, however, said the drone show was well-received – but fireworks are also making a comeback this year. 'This year we will have a 300-drone show lasting 15 minutes,' said Mitch Seguin, director of operations, adding the drones will be integrated with a sound show. 'What's also new is that immediately following our drone show, the City of Sudbury will be hosting a fireworks display, as well. So really, a combination of the two makes it, at least from my perspective, potentially one of Canada's longest evening viewings.' In Sault Ste Marie, officials said fireworks are a much cheaper option. 'A lot of people love the bangs, love the loudness and the kids love it,' said Rick Borean, the city's supervisor of community services. 'For us, our biggest thing is, location-wise, it would be hard to get enough drones in the area, fast enough. And ... we are sitting in pretty tightly restricted airspace, too, considering we are right next to the U.S. border.' In North Bay, Canada Day celebrations will also feature fireworks but officials say they have several drone shows planned throughout the summer to celebrate the city's centennial. 'We have a lot going on. For example, we have a zone. We have live music happening. There's also a Centennial station with lots of activities. And I know a lot of community partners also have a lot planned. So it's going to be good fun,' said North Bay Coun. Justine Mallah.
CTV News
8 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Weather moves PTSD awareness walk in Sudbury indoors
Rainy weather moved an annual PTSD walk into Sudbury Arena on Friday, where first responders gathered to hear important messages. Inclement weather forced a last-minute change for the third annual Blue Balance Wellness PTSD Awareness Walk in Greater Sudbury. It was switched to an indoor ceremony at the Sudbury Arena. First responders and other uniformed service personnel sat shoulder-to-shoulder in support of PTSD awareness and mental health. PTSD walk Sudbury First responders and other uniformed service personnel sat shoulder-to-shoulder Friday in Sudbury in support of PTSD awareness and mental health. (Angela Gemmill/CTV News) The event is meant to reduce the stigma around mental health, particularly for those who work in emergency services. 'First responders are more susceptible to post-traumatic stress, but this is a human problem and a human challenge,' said James Jefferson, the wellness officer at Greater Sudbury Police Service. The event also raises funds for the national mental health service provider, Wounded Warriors Canada, which serves professionals and organizations exposed to trauma. 'First responders are more susceptible to post-traumatic stress, but this is a human problem and a human challenge.' — James Jefferson, wellness officer at Greater Sudbury Police Service 'Especially within the first responder community, we want them to recognize that it is an honourable injury, something that is earned in honourable service of the community,' said Steven Topham, director of fundraising. 'We would like them to be able to have those conversations and reach out and speak to individuals when they feel that they need assistance.' Guest speakers told the crowd that hearing others speak openly about their PTSD stories and experiences helps to normalize asking for help. 'We have members off with PTSD or on journeys with PTSD,' said Matt Hall, president of the Greater Sudbury Police Association. Need a lot of support 'We're no different than any other first responders in the province or in the country. There's a lot of support going into helping those members out. I'm very proud of all those members that have actually put up their hand and asked for help.' Jefferson was diagnosed with PTSD in 2011 and said it was a journey to understand it and heal from it. 'I understand it very intimately, and I really want to continue spreading the word that we can heal from this, and we can create a life,' he said. 'It just takes doing the right things, prioritizing your self-care and formulating a tribe around you to support you.' For those who are experiencing PTSD, Jefferson suggested finding a support service or program that works for you and building a community of support – because too many are suffering in silence.
CTV News
13 hours ago
- CTV News
Youth, 14, charged with Sudbury murder, police release pics of another suspect
Known as 'W' or 'Felix,' the suspect is between 5-foot-10 and 6-feet-2 and police believe he was injured in his right hand during the shooting. A 14-year-old from southern Ontario has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a June 13 shooting in Sudbury. A 40-year-old woman died in the incident on Clemow Avenue, while a 39-year-old man was seriously injured. Greater Sudbury Police arrested a 19-year-old June 13 and charged him with second-degree murder in the same case. Felix4 Known as 'W' or 'Felix,' the suspect is between 5-foot-10 and 6-feet-2 and police believe he was injured in his right hand during the shooting. (Supplied) Felix2 Known as 'W' or 'Felix,' the suspect is between 5-foot-10 and 6-feet-2 and police believe he was injured in his right hand during the shooting. (Supplied) Felix3 Known as 'W' or 'Felix,' the suspect is between 5-foot-10 and 6-feet-2 and police believe he was injured in his right hand during the shooting. (Supplied) On Friday, police issued a news release with images of a third suspect in the case. Known as 'W' or 'Felix,' police said he is also believed to be involved in the shooting. He is described as being between 5-foot-10 and 6-feet-2 and police believe he was injured in his right hand during the shooting. Armed and dangerous 'It is also believed that this individual may live in southern Ontario,' police said. 'He is believed to be armed and dangerous.' Anyone with information related to this individual's identity or whereabouts is asked to contact police at 705-675-9171, Ext. 2320. As for the 14-year-old, they were arrested June 27 with the help of Peel Regional Police in Peel Region on June 27. Charges include first-degree murder, attempted murder with a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, using a weapon to commit an offence, and other weapons-related charges. The youth will attend bail court Friday to answer to the charges.
Ottawa Citizen
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Ottawa Citizen
CHL Import Draft offers more picks, more choice in 2025
One of the more challenging, but potentially rewarding means of adding high-end players to a junior roster, the Canadian Hockey League Import Draft has the potential to be even more impactful in 2025. Article content A landmark decision by the NCAA last fall to allow U.S. college-bound players to sign in the OHL and its partner leagues has not only opened up a new recruiting stream on the domestic front, but also among players from overseas who wish to keep their options open — including several who may hear their names called in the upcoming import draft on Wednesday. Article content Article content Start time for the draft is 11 a.m. Article content Article content In a bid to help member clubs tap into more of that talent, the CHL expanded the draft from two to three rounds this year, with teams also now permitted to carry three imports on their rosters. They're also able to trade import picks for the first time since the practice was banned in 2013, with all trades to be finalized by this coming Monday. Article content The Sudbury Wolves are set to draft 29th, 90th and 151st overall on Wednesday, but will likely see those picks bumped up as clubs with returning imports pass on their selections. Article content With Slovak forward Ondrej Molnar set to return home and join the professional ranks, Sudbury has no signed imports for 2025-26, but general manager Rob Papineau couldn't confirm earlier this week if the team would use all three selections as talks continued with previously drafted players such as forward Jan Chovan, who is expected to be a pick in the NHL Entry Draft this weekend. Article content Article content Papineau said the Wolves have identified their target in the first round and hope that player will still be available at No. 29. Article content 'We've got a player in mind who we think would be a good fit for us,' he told The Sudbury Star. 'We won't really get into anything beyond that, but it's a draft and sometimes, that player is there when you go to pick and sometimes, somebody who doesn't necessarily have a lot of information might step up and make a pick in front of you. That has happened in the past and we expect some of that will happen next week.' Article content Having already seen the Kelowna Rockets and the Brantford Bulldogs acquire the first- and second-overall picks, respectively, Papineau said it would have to be a good fit for the Wolves to consider trading up themselves. Article content 'It would have to make sense,' Sudbury's GM said. 'We'll listen to everything, but at the end of the day, the price is pretty heavy to move up a few spots and this draft is pretty unique. We got Dalibor Dvorsky in the second round, so moving up didn't necessarily matter in that situation. There are some players who indicate they're not coming to North America and then sometimes, they change their mind and they do. Some of them have a preference for what league they want to play in.
CTV News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Fleetwood Mac's music featured in tribute concert
Northern Ontario Watch YES Theatre is back with another outdoor summer concert with the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Refettorio in downtown Sudbury.
