Category Archives: Collingwood News

Great news! All COVID-19 outbreaks at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie have been declared over. RVH says, in consultation with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, the final COV...

Today marks the official launch of the 2021 Tax Season. That means individuals can now file their 2020 income tax and benefit return. Due to the extraordinary conditions we have all faced over the las...

The OPP is launching an Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness Campaign today. It's National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, which shines a light on human trafficking and how prevalent it is in our communi...

An online petition is asking for the Cree language to be added to Google Translate. It was created by publisher Joseph John, who wanted his comic book "Citizen Canada" to reflect the country's diverse...

Tighter border controls come into effect today. Starting today, air travellers landing in Canada will have to quarantine in a hotel, at their own expense. It's the latest effort by the federal governm...

There could be another last-minute extension to off-peak electricity rates, but they are due to come to an end today. The off-peak rate of 8.5 cents per kilowatt hour was in effect 24 hours a day, 7 d...

A winter weather travel advisory is in effect for most of south-central Ontario. Environment Canada says a band of snow is forecast to move across the area this morning, which will become heavy at tim...

Blue Mountains Town Hall reopens to the public today with regular business hours and safety measures in place. To promote safety for both the public and staff, physical distancing floor stickers and d...

It's National Cupcake Day. The nationwide fundraiser is in support of participating SPCAs, humane societies and rescue groups across Canada. You can register for free and enter the virtual cupcake dec...

A 13 year old boy has been struck and killed by a train in Springwater, while out walking his dog. Police say the accident happened around 930 Sunday morning near Baldwick Lane north of Highway 90. Hu...