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'It’s great to see colleges and universities finding ways to work together to support students in the north,' says provincial minister

The health unit has reported 17 more confirmed cases of the UK variant in Simcoe County

The region was in the red zone before the provincial shutdown took effect Dec. 26, and will return to it when the stay-at-home order is lifted next week

'They tell us that if we get the virus we are more likely than anyone to die,' says Orillia man, frustrated by what he says is a lack of a plan from the province

Canadians will not be denied entry into the country at the border without a test, but they may be subject to a fine of up to $3,000 per day

'There are numerous opportunities for people to safely, respectfully and responsibly access the trails in the winter months,' says official

'Those who were youths were harmed in a severe and lifelong manner that deserves particular attention,' judge finds

New measures for travellers returning to Canada were also announce, with details to come later today

Incident occurred in the Tay Township village Thursday evening; Police remain tight-lipped about the incident

The province has also reported 18 new deaths, 38 hospitalizations, and 1,415 recoveries