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Ontario cuts booze discount for bars, restaurants in 2026

Ontario will reduce its wholesale alcohol discount for bars and restaurants from 15% to 10% starting Jan. 1, 2026. Industry warns this will raise costs for struggling businesses and likely increase prices for consumers.

Ottawa Beer Store Closures Raise Recycling Questions

Recent Beer Store closures in Ottawa are leading to more alcohol containers in blue bins, disrupting Ontario's deposit return system and raising environmental concerns. Learn about the new agreements and impacts.

Ontario and New York sign cross-border nuclear power deal

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and New York Governor Kathy Hochul have inked a significant agreement to collaborate on nuclear energy, marking a major step in cross-border clean power initiatives. Read the full details of the partnership.

Carney's Trump Deal Claim Questioned by Batra

Adrienne Batra, Brian Lilley, and Lorrie Goldstein analyze Mark Carney's assertion he had a deal with Donald Trump until Doug Ford's ads aired. Share your thoughts in the comments.

Ohio University fires football coach Brian Smith

Ohio University has dismissed head football coach Brian Smith for serious professional misconduct following an administrative review, with reports citing a violation of the school's alcohol and drugs policy.

Toronto Bids for New International Defence Security Bank

Toronto, backed by Premier Doug Ford and Mayor Olivia Chow, officially launched its campaign on December 17, 2025, to become the headquarters for a new international Defence, Security and Resilience Bank. Learn about the city's strategic push.

DeSantis: Florida Tourism Thrives Without Doug Ford

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis counters Ontario Premier Doug Ford's claim that Florida tourism is 'hurting,' citing record visitor numbers and Stanley Cup wins. Discover the data behind the cross-border spat.

Algoma Layoffs: Gov'ts Knew Before $500M Loan

The federal and Ontario governments kept taxpayers in the dark about impending Algoma Steel layoffs when issuing $500M in loan guarantees. This lack of transparency raises serious questions.

Under $2M of U.S. Booze Left at NB Liquor Depot

New Brunswick Liquor has less than $2 million worth of American alcohol left in its depot. Get the latest details on the provincial stock levels and what it means for consumers.

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