Ontario Parties Criticized for Holiday Fundraising
Ontario's major political parties are actively fundraising during the holiday season, drawing criticism for competing with charities. Learn why this timing is seen as tone-deaf.
Ontario's major political parties are actively fundraising during the holiday season, drawing criticism for competing with charities. Learn why this timing is seen as tone-deaf.
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini regarding the Skills Development Fund. Get the latest details on the probe announced December 18, 2025.
PM Mark Carney states separate deals on steel, aluminum tariffs are improbable after Trump halted talks. Negotiations will likely merge into 2025 CUSMA review.
Taiwan has initiated a formal complaint at the World Trade Organization challenging Canada's steel tariffs. The move escalates a significant trade dispute between the two economies.
A dispute over millions in recycling fees has halted Ontario's tire program, causing scrap tires to accumulate across the province. Dealers warn of a growing environmental and logistical crisis.
Ontario Provincial Police responded to two separate impaired driving incidents in northern Ontario last weekend, resulting in charges. Stay informed on local safety news.
Readers voice concerns over Algoma Steel layoffs, applaud Hazel Mae's Hall of Fame honour, and call for better road etiquette regarding high beams. Read the latest public feedback.
A Terrace Bay man faces a $1,000 fine for careless hunting while intoxicated in October 2024. Details on the incident and Ontario's hunting safety laws.
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.
The Ontario government is providing $3.9 million to restore 4,500 kilometres of snowmobile trails across the province, supporting winter tourism and recreation. Learn more about this key investment.
Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu defends a federal loan to Algoma Steel, framing it as crucial for preserving jobs and industrial capacity in Sault Ste. Marie. Get the details on the government's intervention.
Federal Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu explains the $150 million loan to Algoma Steel as essential to 'save the furniture' and protect jobs in Sault Ste. Marie. Get the details on this critical intervention.
Canadian PM Mark Carney will not raise stalled trade negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump during their brief meeting at the FIFA 2026 World Cup draw. Canada remains ready to resume talks.
A stubborn Arctic air mass is gripping London, Ontario, with frigid temperatures expected to persist. Get the latest details on this prolonged cold snap and its local impact.
Algoma Steel's CEO reveals both federal and provincial governments were aware of impending layoffs before approving a $500 million taxpayer loan. Details on the Sault Ste. Marie job cuts.
Federal and Ontario governments face scrutiny for a $420 million loan to Algoma Steel, approved despite prior knowledge of impending layoffs. Details on the defense and economic context.
Algoma Steel's CEO reveals federal government was aware of impending job cuts before approving a $400 million loan. Read the full story on the timing and impact of Trump's tariffs.
Prime Minister Mark Carney faces mounting pressure to engage with President Trump as U.S. tariffs devastate Canadian manufacturing, with Algoma Steel's layoffs pushing job losses past 41,000. Read the analysis.
Highway 69 in Northern Ontario has reopened after a morning closure on December 2, 2025. Get the latest traffic and road condition updates for the region.
The loss of 1000 jobs at Algoma Steel in Sault Ste. Marie prompts questions about whether Prime Minister Mark Carney should engage with former President Donald Trump. Share your thoughts.
Algoma Steel CEO Michael Garcia says U.S. tariffs have closed the American market, forcing 1,000 painful layoffs. Get the full story on this major blow to Northern Ontario's economy.
Algoma Steel is cutting 40% of its workforce, citing U.S. tariffs and a forced shift to electric arc steelmaking. The layoffs come just two weeks after a major government bailout.
The historic Logan Mill in Brussels, Ontario, built in 1859, is set for a new life as a community-focused 'mini museum.' The Maitland Mills Association leads the preservation effort.
Algoma Steel announces 1,000 layoffs in Sault Ste. Marie, citing difficult market conditions and trade pressures. Read about the impact and federal support.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
Northern Ontario's Algoma Steel announces 1,000 layoffs and CEO retirement after U.S. tariffs severely impact quarterly results. Read the full story on the economic fallout.
Feed Ontario's 2025 Hunger Report reveals over 1 million people relied on food banks last year, signaling a looming crisis in homelessness, healthcare, and community stability. Immediate action is urged.
Southern Ontario faces ongoing snowfall with extended warnings and parking bans. Climatologist David Phillips forecasts continued snow tonight with rising temperatures tomorrow.
A major winter storm is expected to linger into the weekend across central Ontario, with up to 60 cm of snow possible in some areas. Stay informed about road closures and safety precautions.
A top EU official accuses the Trump administration of using 'blackmail' to weaken digital regulations affecting U.S. tech giants in exchange for tariff reductions on steel and aluminum.