Brantford woman charged in Ontario-wide doula fraud investigation CHCH News 2023-03-16 | Brantford police have arrested a 24-year-old woman who allegedly faked multiple pregnancies and stillbirths in order to receive the assistance of registered doulas across Ontario.A doula is described as a non-medical professional who works to provide a woman with guidance and support while they go through a significant health-related experience such as childbirth, miscarriage, induced abortion or stillbirth.The offences happened between June 19, 2022 and Feb. 17, 2023 and involved the services of multiple registered doulas from across Ontario.On Monday, investigators arrested and charged Kaitlyn Braun of Brantford with 10 counts of criminal harassment, 12 counts of false pretenses, four counts of fraud, three counts of sexual assault and three counts of performing an indecent act.Officers say the accused’s identity has been released because they believe there may be more victims.Anyone with information about this investigation is encouraged to contact Det. Kelsie Annaert at 519-756-7050 ext. 2262 or kannaert@police.brantford.on.ca.
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Wentworth Sports Complex closed until next season due to fire damage CHCH News 2024-10-19 | The Wentworth Sports Complex in Hamilton that closed down earlier this month after a fire won’t reopen it’s doors until at least next year.Weeks following the damages caused by a fire starting within the facility has forced the complex to shut down indefinitely, leaving multiple sports programs without a home.On Sept. 30 a Zamboni inside the building burst into flame, which began to spread and create what witnesses described as “heavy black smoke.”First responders arrived at around 9:30 a.m. to safely evacuate several workers that were inside at the time.Inspectors noted that the smoke had filled the building and a “well involved structure fire” was took place on the west side of the complex.“Given the presence of ammonia for ice making and propane for the Zamboni(s) the alarm was upgraded to a full Hazardous Materials Response,” said Hamilton Fire Chief Dave Cunliffe after firefighters put out the flames.Owner of the sports complex Duncan Macintosh says he has begun the clean up of the building as well as assessing the full extent of the damage.“We’re sort of thinking it’s going to be three quarters on smoke and remediation work, and then a quarter on structural stuff…but it’s going to have a lot of zeroes to it,” said Macintosh.The owner told CHCH News that he will have a better understanding about the overall damage in about a month, but plans to reopen the complex by next season.
Concerns rise over homecare medical supply shortages in Niagara CHCH News 2024-10-19 | There’s widespread concern over healthcare for people who need treatment in their homes.Reports indicate that many home patients aren’t receiving the medical supplies they need, including simple items like bandages.The provincial government has stated that the current situation is unacceptable. However, late today, the healthcare company that delivers the supplies announced that they are doing everything they can to resolve the issue.Niagara Centre MPP Jeff Burch says the problem is widespread across Niagara, extending into Hamilton and beyond, with nurses pleading for help as they try to find unused supplies for their patients.A spokesperson for Health Minister Sylvia Jones told us, “The situation is unacceptable,” and stated that the province’s home care agency has been ordered to “utilize whatever means and resources necessary to resolve this situation as quickly as possible.”Late today, the company that delivers the supplies, Bayshore, issued a statement: “Bayshore deeply regrets the disruptions and distress this situation has caused patients, their families, and frontline healthcare providers. Factors, including unexpected stock issues, have impacted our fulfillment system.”They added, “We apologize to those impacted and are fully committed to restoring the level of service. Bayshore is taking immediate steps to address these challenges and has increased our driver resources to expedite deliveries for high-priority patients.”The legislature sits again next week, and MPP Burch says he wants to hear what the health minister has to say. For now, he reports that a nurse told him patients need help and that their hands are tied.
19th annual Hamilton Film Festival kicks off CHCH News 2024-10-19 | The Hamilton Film Festival started 19 years ago at the Staircase Theatre on Dundurn Street North and has grown significantly since then.This year’s installment will feature over a hundred films, many of them locally made, across four different venues throughout the city.The Hamilton Film Festival proudly highlights local talent, with many of the 130 films featured over the next 10 days made in Hamilton.Festival’s director Nathan Fleet says, “We have 60 movies made in Hamilton or by Hamiltonians. We want to ensure we’re helping to grow the local film community. From script to screen, we want to be part of their presentation.”The films span several genres and will be shown at the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, Playhouse Cinema, The Westdale, and The Staircase Theatre.The Hamilton Film Festival starts October 18th and runs until October 27th.
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Tobacco giants agree to pay out over $29B following Quebec lawsuits CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Major tobacco companies have agreed to pay nearly $29 billion to affected smokers and families in a deal following the results of a Quebec lawsuit.In what major advocates are saying is a "historic" proposed deal, companies JTI-Macdonald, Rothmans, Benson & Hedges and Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. agreed to pay nearly $25 billion to provinces and territories.They have also agreed to pay over $4 billion to Quebec smokers and their families.The proposed plan of arrangement developed through mediation was filed in court Thursday.The agreement stems from a Quebec lawsuit involving people who smoked between 1950 and 1998 and got sick or developed an addiction.The proposed plan says the payments would be made gradually across the country but $6 billion would be paid outright if and when the deal goes through.Quebec plaintiffs would be eligible for $100,000 each to those who file a claim.There is also more than $2.5 billion for smokers in other regions diagnosed with lung cancer, throat cancer, or other serious illnesses between March 2015 and March 2019.The companies sought creditor protection in Ontario in 2019 after losing a ruling in Quebec requiring them to pay nearly $15 billion to nearly 100,000 people in two class-action lawsuits.Legal proceedings have been put on hold and extended since then as the three companies worked toward a settlement.A number of health-care groups have been following the process closely including the Canadian Cancer Society, who plans to make submissions as part of the approval process.The proposal must be approved by creditors and the court before it can be implemented.
Famous People Players celebrates 50 years CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Famous People Players' is a fixture in Toronto "where special happens" and you can dine and enjoy glow-in-the-dark theatre. Founder and Hamilton-Native Diane Dupuy sat down with Emily Vukovic to talk about the how Famous People Players' came to be 50 years ago.
Finance Friday: Managing seasonal fluctuations CHCH News 2024-10-18 | On this Finance Friday, FirstOntario's senior manager of Business Services, Colin discussed managing seasonal fluctuations, which is an important topic for many small businesses as we transition into the colder months.
International Village BIA celebrates female entrepreneurship CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Emily Vukovic was in Hamilton checking out three stores that are part of the International Village BIA.She checked out Moon Studio, which offers lash lift and extensions, brow services and manicures. Then she checked out Tundra Leather, a family-owned business that does custom leatherwork and offers classes to those wanting to learn. Her last stop was to Girl on the Wing, a cute shop offering clothing, accessories and gifts that bring nostalgia to people.While there are plenty of shops to check out, there are also fun events happening downtown as well. Tomorrow from 11am-5pm is the 3rd Annual Ghostly Block Party, with fun activities for the whole family, and Pop-Up Village Pride: Halloween Edition at Ferguson Station.
Foods to eat to prevent low iron CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Are you getting enough iron? Registered dietitian Carol Harrison joined us with ways to add it into your diet, as we wrap up World Iron Awareness Week.
Creating a cozy date night in CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Fall is upon us which means winter is not far behind. And with those cooler temps comes the perfect opportunity to create a cozy date night in. Entertaining and decor stylist Gregory Fast showed us how.
Toronto-based duo YASSiN & Sean Terrio perform All Summer on Music Friday CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Toronto-based duo YASSiN & Sean Terrio met in 2019 while attending an open mic night, and immediately began writing songs together after discovering their onstage chemistry. Their debut album, 'Just Try' releases today, and it delivers deeply emotional yet highly fun tracks that bend the genres. They performed their summer bop, 'All Summer', on Music Friday.
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Canadian ex-Olympian accused of leading international drug ring CHCH News 2024-10-18 | 43-year-old Ryan James Wedding, who competed in the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics, is now identified as the leader of a 13-year criminal enterprise that saw hundreds of kilograms of cocaine shipped from Colombia to Canada. He remains at large.The indictment, dubbed “Operation Giant Slalom,” is part of a joint investigation by the FBI, DEA, RCMP, and OPP. Wedding and his organization are accused of orchestrating brutal murders, including some in our region.According to the U.S. District Attorney, Wedding ran his drug empire with 34-year-old Andrew Clark, a Canadian citizen living in Mexico.Clark has been arrested, but Wedding is still on the run, using aliases like “El Jefe,” “Giant,” and “Public Enemy.”The indictment details how the group trafficked cocaine from Colombia through Mexico and Southern California to Canada using semi-trucks.The operation made billions of dollars, with the organization resorting to violence, including contract killings, to maintain control.Niagara Police revealed that Wedding, Clark, and 23-year-old Malik Cunningham were accused of the shooting death of Randy Fader in Niagara Falls earlier this year.The OPP also linked the group to the murder of the Sidhu family in Caledon, which was allegedly in retaliation over stolen drugs. The Sidhus were innocent victims, mistakenly targeted.12 of the 16 individuals charged have been arrested, while 4, including Wedding, remain at large.Law enforcement seized over a ton of cocaine, firearms, and cryptocurrency during the investigation.If convicted, Wedding and his associates face a mandatory minimum sentence of life in federal prison for murder and attempted murder charges.
Political analyst Keith Leslie on Liberal cabinet shuffle CHCH News 2024-10-18 | In a recent interview, political analyst Keith Leslie weighed in on the latest developments surrounding Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government.With four ministers announcing they won’t seek re-election, Leslie discusses the potential impact on the Liberal Party and who might step up to fill those cabinet positions.
Brant Catholic trustees face backlash over $145K art trip to Italy CHCH News 2024-10-18 | This summer, four trustees from the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board traveled to South Tyrol, a province in northeastern Italy known for its religious art.The trip was intended to bring back pieces to decorate two schools opening over the next two years. The cost? $145,000.Carlo Fortino, president of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic Teachers’ Association, said his initial reaction to the trip was that the expense was ‘unnecessary.’While the trustees involved say they are paying back the travel expenses, the board is looking at other ways to cover the cost of the art and says it is allocating new funds for student needs.
Federal Minister Filomena Tassi announces she will not seek re-election CHCH News 2024-10-18 | Federal Cabinet Minister Filomena Tassi is one of four cabinet ministers who will not run for re-election.Tassi is currently the minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario and the member of parliament representing Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas.She posted an official statement on social media just after 11 a.m. Thursday saying that she will not be running again for personal reasons.Tassi mentions in her statement how proud she is of the accomplishments that Hamilton has been able to achieve since 2015, listing many projects that “benefit Hamiltonians now and into the future.”“It’s been the honour of my life to serve Hamiltonians and Canadians,” her statement further reads.A senior government source confirmed a Radio-Canada report to The Canadian Press that National Revenue Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau, Sports Minister Carla Qualtrough and Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal are also expected to step down from cabinet.The prime minister will need to shuffle the cabinet following the declarations, which won’t happen before all Liberal caucus members are expected to meet on Parliament Hill on Oct. 23.Trudeau’s leadership has been under fire for months, as his government’s polling numbers have been dropping and his own approval ratings.A small group of Liberal MPs have even hinted at banding together to demand for the prime minister’s resignation in the near future.In her social media post, Tassi thanked the prime minister for bringing her along into the party, saying “I wish him the very best now and in the future. I believed in him in 2015 and I believe in him now.”
Sportsline: Is the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 2024 season a failure after not making the playoffs? CHCH News 2024-10-17 | For the first time since 2017, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats will miss the playoffs and will be unable to compete for a championship. So, is the 2024 season a failure? On this Sportsline Square-Off, Hamilton Spectator columnist Scott Radley offered his opinion.
Sportsline: Is the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 2024 season a failure after not making the playoffs? CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Send us a text (buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2136060/open_sms) For the first time since 2017, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats will miss the playoffs and will be unable to compete for a championship. So, is the 2024 season a failure? On this Sportsline Square-Off, Hamilton Spectator columnist Scott Radley offered his opinion.
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dies at 31 in Argentina hotel fall CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said. #shortsfeed #shortsbeta #shortsvideo #shorts #shortsviral #shortsyoutube #liampayne #onedirection
Newsmakers: Manager Charity Beland discusses health care for Indigenous peoples in Niagara Region CHCH News 2024-10-17 | On an all-new episode of Newsmakers, Louie Butko is joined by Charity Beland, Niagara Health's manager for Indigenous health services and reconciliation.The two discuss her role within the organization that provides health-care services for Niagara's entire population, what is different about Indigenous care versus non-Indigenous care, the recently launched Indigenous Health Services Plan and much more.
Doug Ford planning to send out $200 cheques to 16 million Ontarians: report CHCH News 2024-10-17 | The Toronto Star is reporting that Ontario Premier Doug Ford is planning to send money to 16 million people in the province to help offset the rising cost of living. #shortsbeta #shortsfeed #shortsvideo #shorts #shortsviral #shortsyoutube #dougford #costofliving
Newsmakers: Manager Charity Beland discusses health care for Indigenous peoples in Niagara Region CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Send us a text (buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2136060/open_sms) On an all-new episode of Newsmakers, Louie Butko is joined by Niagara Health's Manager for Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation Charity Beland. The two discuss her role within the organization that provides healthcare services for Niagara's entire population, what is different about Indigenous care vs. non-Indigenous care, the recently launched Indigenous Health Services Plan, and much more.
City of Welland to consider reducing number of city councillors CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Welland city council is looking for community feedback as they consider reducing the number of council members to cut operational costs. #shortsbeta #shortsfeed #shortsvideo #shorts #shortsviral #shortsyoutube #welland #politics #niagararegion #niagara
Trudeau says he has list of Tories vulnerable to foreign interference CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has seen a list of Conservative MPs who have been deemed vulnerable to foreign interference.
Advocates say HSR’s fare assist program raises barriers CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Six months into Hamilton Street Railway’s Fare Assist Program, local disability advocates say the initiative is creating new barriers for people with disabilities, even as the city touts the program’s early success.
Hamilton council moves to restrict encampments in some parks CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Bishop’s Park in central Hamilton and some others may soon become a no-go zone for homeless encampments, following a motion from Ward 3 Coun. Nrinder Nann.
Catch Hospitality Group opens Italian restaurant, Ciao Bella, in Hamilton CHCH News 2024-10-17 | A new Italian eatery has opened in Hamilton.Catch Hospitality- the group behind Cucci, Por Vida, Plank and more, recently opened Ciao Bella on Augusta Street.Steve Ruddick visited and tried their chicken parm, their Pistachio Sour, which is just a small sampling of the pizza, pasta. fresh fish and steaks they offer for dinner.Ciao Bella is open Tuesday-Sunday for dinner, and Thursday and Friday they offer lunch service.
New anthology Northern Nights is a collection of dark and spooky stories by Canadian Authors CHCH News 2024-10-17 | 'Northern Nights' is a new anthology of dark and spooky stories by Canadian Authors. Hamilton author David Neil Lee is one of them, who sat down with Annette Hamm to talk about the book.
City of Welland to consider reducing number of city councillors CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Welland city council is looking for community feedback as they consider reducing the number of council members to cut operational costs.A report released in September outlined options to reduce the number of councillors by half, adding the mayor would then create a council of seven people.Currently there are 12 councillors and the mayor that make up the council - two councillors for each of the six wards.The cost of the 13 person city council is over $630,000 when factoring pensions, benefits and health taxes, according to the report.The September report came after a notice of motion that council passed in April, to explore lowering costs by cutting the council size while maintaining effective governance.The proposed reduction would save the community over $250,000.Welland's councillor to citizen ratio is at 4,800 people per councillor and was flagged as an overrepresentation issue at a recent city council meeting.St. Catharines also has 12 councillors but their population is more than double that of Welland, with a ratio of just over 11,000 people per councillor.Community members are invited to participate in a survey now available on their website, which can also be found here.Welland's Director of Legislative Services Tara Stephens said in a media release, "council wants to ensure that any decision made about the composition of City Council reflects the needs and opinions of the community."The Mayor of Welland Frank Campion told CHCH News that if the council was restructured, that there would not be any job losses but more of a reallocation of resources.Should the recommendation pass there would be a review of the ward makeup as well.Any changes would take effect in the 2026 municipal election.
Monsters of Schlock team up with Neil E. Dee for a shocking and funny Hometown Halloween Bash CHCH News 2024-10-17 | The Monsters of Schlock- The Great Orbax and Sweet Pepper Klopex- are getting ready for spooky season by doing a tour with special guest Neil E. Dee. They joined Emily Vukovic for some TV friendly stunts that you can see at their show tomorrow night at Royal City Brewing in Guelph.
Healthy meals in minutes CHCH News 2024-10-17 | Too exhausted to even think about preparing a healthy meal? Registered dietitian - and mom of two littles - Michelle Jaelin is making it easy with a few great ideas.
Parenting power struggles: How to respond to stubborn kids CHCH News 2024-10-17 | There are power struggles in every family, but how you respond to them can make a big difference. Parenting expert Michelle McVittie joined us with a few tips.
Newsmakers: Hamilton Spectator Crime Reporter Jon Wells CHCH News 2024-10-16 | On an all-new episode of Newsmakers, Louie Butko is joined by The Hamilton Spectator's long-time crime reporter Jon Wells. Among the topics discussed in their wide-ranging conversation include his recent feature 'Unclaimed' which dives into the shocking increase in the people who go unclaimed by next of kin after passing away and his new reporting on former 'ISIL Bride' and Hamilton-native Kimberley Polman currently facing terrorism charges in a BC Court. The two also discussed changes in the newspaper business over his time in the industry and how the Spectator has managed to pull through recent challenges.
Giant Trojan Horse visits Hamilton General Hospital in protest of health-care privatization CHCH News 2024-10-16 | If you were driving past Hamilton General Hospital on Tuesday, you might have seen a giant Trojan Horse. It was a prop being used in a protest by CUPE’s Ontario Council of Hospital Unions and the Ontario Health Coalition. #shortsbeta #shortsfeed #shortsvideo #shorts #shortsviral #healthcare #hamilton #hamiltonontario #hamont
Air India passengers get a lift from RCAF after bomb scare forces landing in Nunavut CHCH News 2024-10-16 | More than 200 Air India passengers should be on the ground in Chicago this morning after their flight was diverted to Nunavut due to a bomb threat. #shortsbeta #shortsfeed #shortsvideo #shorts #shortsviral #shortsyoutube #airindia
Hamilton council to discuss logistics behind latest plan for more shelter space CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Hamilton's homelessness and encampment strategy is back on the agenda Wednesday morning to discuss the logistics behind the latest plan for additional shelter space. #shortsfeed #shortsviral #shortsbeta #shorts #shortsvideo #shortsyoutube #hamilton #hamiltonontario #hamont #homelessness
City of Hamilton services back to near-normal following February cyber attack CHCH News 2024-10-16 | The City of Hamilton says almost all services are operating in a full or modified state following February’s cyber attack and that it continues to make progress following the incident. #shortsbeta #shortsvideo #shortsviral #shorts #shortsfeed #shortsyoutube #hamilton #hamiltonontario #hamont #cybersecurity
3 lattes to make this fall season CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Stand back pumpkin spiced lattes! The president of the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada, Shabnam Weber, has a new twist for us.
Expert shares her 3 favourite wedding cake trends CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Alison McGill joined us with three of her favourite trends in wedding cake design.
Fall into a new wardrobe at Tintern Road and Jack Style Collective CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Find your new Fall style as Emily Vukovic visits Tintern Road & Jack Style Collective, Located in the heart of Jordan Village.
Warmer than normal temperatures lead to duller fall colours in Ontario CHCH News 2024-10-16 | An especially warm fall in Ontario means the province may not get the colourful array of fall foliage that usually transforms treetops this time of year.
Celebrate Diwali in traditional attire from My Ethnic Rentals CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Diwali is the Hindu Festival of Lights and it's being celebrated at the end of this month. To help us celebrate in style, Taru Johri from 'My Ethnic Rentals' joined us with some traditional South-Asian attire.
Getting Halloween ready with the perfect costume CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Halloween is around the corner, and we are getting set with Theatrix costume house. They specialize in costume rentals for any occasion, but especially for spooky season.
Hamiltons Good Shepherd preps for 600 free Thanksgiving meals CHCH News 2024-10-16 | After months of preparation Hamilton's Good Shepherd is set to host a very large Thanksgiving dinner Monday afternoon.
CHCH remembers a talented colleague and friend, Chantel Grillo CHCH News 2024-10-16 | The CHCH TV family is remembering a talented colleague and friend.Our Evening News Director, Chantel Grillo, died suddenly on Oct. 4.The loss is profound and we deeply appreciate the heroic efforts of those who tried to save her.Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Chantel’s family and loved ones. A GoFundMe account has been set up to help Chantel’s husband and two children as they learn to navigate life in a new way.For those of us here at CHCH, Chantel leaves a legacy of professionalism, passion, pride, smiles and laughter.Her work and creativity is seen by viewers, like you, daily. From the décor on our sets, to camera angles, graphics and so much more. Her dedication to excellence will always inspire us and we are so thankful for the incredible memories.
Annual inflation falls to 1.6% in September, raises odds of 50-basis-point rate cut CHCH News 2024-10-16 | The chances of a half-percentage point interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada became more likely Tuesday after Statistics Canada reported annual inflation fell to 1.6 per cent in September.
Ontario to make cities ask for permission to install bike lanes CHCH News 2024-10-16 | Ontario cities would have to seek the province's permission to install new bike lanes that remove lanes of vehicle traffic under upcoming legislation, the transportation minister announced Tuesday.
