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WATCH: Trudeau announces March 11 as a national day of observance for Canadian lives lost to COVID-19

WATCH: Trudeau announces March 11 as a national day of observance for Canadian lives lost to COVID-19

'Our top priority is to get you your shot as soon as possible'
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Ontario reports 1,185 new COVID cases Tuesday

Ontario reports 1,185 new COVID cases Tuesday

The province has also reported six deaths, 972 recoveries, and 44 new hospitalizations in today's update
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Severn Township man facing impaired driving charges

Severn Township man facing impaired driving charges

The Orillia OPP would like to thank everyone who share the responsibility of keeping our roads, trails and waterways safe by reporting impaired drivers
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Duo facing charges after break and enter investigation

Duo facing charges after break and enter investigation

The canine unit was called in along with ERT officers, who were able to arrest two men after a search of the area
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Provincial blitz includes heavy police presence in Barrie (4 photos)

Provincial blitz includes heavy police presence in Barrie (4 photos)

Situation near Georgian College is part of an investigation happening across Ontario, including the London, Brantford, Ancaster and Brant County areas
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Orillia man takes reins of Canada's largest Shriners temple

Orillia man takes reins of Canada's largest Shriners temple

Being named potentate for Rameses Shriners 'an honour and a privilege,' says Shawn Hewlett
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Sweet news: Maple syrup on tap at Shaws despite pandemic

Sweet news: Maple syrup on tap at Shaws despite pandemic

Pandemic has halted horse-drawn sleigh rides, but can't keep 162-year-old business down; 'It's still a fun place to come visit,' says owner
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Keep going. Be all in.
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Team Howard drops tight Brier decision to Alberta

Team Howard drops tight Brier decision to Alberta

Team Howard returns to action with a pair of games on Tuesday
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Orillia youth 'leading the way' in fighting climate change

Orillia youth 'leading the way' in fighting climate change

Sustainable Orillia Youth Council has 50 active members and several ambitious projects planned aimed at sending 'strong message' about need for new approach
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