Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini over allegations of preferential treatment in the $2.5B Skills Development Fund. Opposition calls for his resignation.
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.
The federal government is moving another $900 million surplus from the public service pension fund to a central account, bringing the total to $2.8 billion. Public sector unions are alarmed. Read more.
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.
A Bank of America survey reveals fund managers' cash holdings have plunged to a record low of 3.3%, signaling extreme bullishness despite tech valuation fears. Discover the risks and optimism driving markets.
Kwesi Samuel, born at 23 weeks, finds solace and community at Toronto's Variety Village. His story highlights the vital role of inclusive spaces for children with autism and their families.
Former senior bureaucrat Ray Gilmour has been confirmed as the permanent Chief Executive of Alberta Investment Management Corp. (AIMCo) after serving as interim CEO since a major board and management shakeup in late 2024.
Former senior Alberta bureaucrat Ray Gilmour has been confirmed as the permanent CEO of the Alberta Investment Management Corp. (AIMCo), following a major governance shakeup in late 2024. Learn about his background and the fund's path forward.
Ontario Provincial Police responded to two separate impaired driving incidents in northern Ontario last weekend, resulting in charges. Stay informed on local safety news.
A new community hub is set to open in Montreal's West Island in September 2025, replacing the former West Island Assistance Fund site destroyed by fire in 2019. Learn about the project's significance.
Sarah, a Montreal mother of two, cannot work due to her son's severe autism. New to Canada, she faces maxed-out credit cards and hopes the Christmas Fund can help. Read her story and learn how to donate.
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 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.
Connex Alternative Secondary in Maple Ridge supports youth facing homelessness and exploitation. A $10,000 Adopt-A-School grant is sought for food and essentials. Read how this school is a lifeline.
Despite a new facility, Regina's YWCA shelters had to refuse thousands seeking escape from domestic violence last year. The Christmas Cheer Fund supports critical, unfunded programs. Learn how you can help.
With a provincial affordability fund cancelled, Vancouver's Adopt-A-School campaign is a critical lifeline for families struggling with food and clothing, helping ensure children attend school daily.
The Calgary Drop-In Centre has transformed its approach, reducing chronic shelter stays by 85% by focusing on permanent housing solutions. Learn how its success story is inspiring change and how you can support its mission this holiday season.
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.
Conexus Venture Capital's second fund has been oversubscribed, hitting its $30 million target to fuel high-growth tech startups in Saskatchewan. Discover how this capital injection will accelerate the province's innovation ecosystem.
Chilliwack resident Jennifer Gore books time off work to volunteer with the Province's Empty Stocking Fund, creating personalized holiday hampers for thousands of children in the Fraser Valley.
LiUNA's Joseph Mancinelli and Ontario Labour Minister David Piccini addressed the Empire Club, defending the provincial jobs fund against allegations of misuse. Read the full debate.
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.
A new agricultural innovation hub, AgSphere, launches at Calgary's Stampede grounds with $2.75M from the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund. It connects farmers with tech, investors, and training.
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles demands answers after a company owned by a dentist with connections to Premier Doug Ford received a $2 million government grant. Explore the details and political fallout.
For nearly four decades, Rogers Sugar employees in Vancouver have run a holiday raffle for The Province's Empty Stocking Fund, raising thousands for local children. Learn how this union-driven tradition thrives.
As women's wealth grows in Canada, they are driving a shift towards values-based, strategic philanthropy. Advisors reveal how intentional giving creates meaningful impact and legacy.
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.
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.
The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation's impact fund is helping legacy businesses like The Dollar Meat Store modernize with digital tools and social media, attracting a new generation of customers.