

PC MPP Jess Dixon says tackling gender-based violence and prevention programs top priorities for next legislative session

Foreign interference inquiry flagged party races as vulnerable, but none of the Ontario parties have changed their rules

Niagara regional chair backs away from proposal to explore amalgamations


Ontario takes control of eighth school board, citing mismanagement

With John Tory out, early polling shows competitive race between Chow and Bradford
In a direct contest between Chow and Bradford, the councillor appears competitive. But a crowded race would likely benefit Chow.

Students protest cuts to OSAP grants; arrests made during rally at Queen's Park


Ontario announces 'national energy corridor' agreement with other provinces, and new critical minerals strategy
On Wednesday, Energy and Mines Minister Stephen Lecce announced a new interprovincial agreement aimed at building what he calls a “national energy corridor.”

Toronto-Quebec City high-speed rail project running into rural opposition

Students protest cuts to amount of OSAP grants they can receive

NDP politicians set off on road trip to highlight northern Ontario road dangers

John Tory says he won't run for Toronto mayor this fall

$25M donation to establish new model for tackling homelessness in Toronto

Doug Ford names Travis Kann new chief of staff as Sackville leaves
Over the past year and a half, Kann has been the government’s point person in its response to renewed tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. He has also overseen files tied to economic competitiveness, including internal trade reforms, special economic zones and infrastructure projects linked to northern development.

Barrie freezes development on boundary expansion lands, carving out exemptions for jobs and health care
Under Ontario’s Municipal Act, interim control by-laws are typically used to prevent development that could undermine long-term planning objectives while municipalities complete major policy updates. In this case, the city says the by-law will be repealed once the Official Plan amendment is finalized, a process expected to conclude before the end of 2026.

Ontario, Nova Scotia sign direct-to-consumer alcohol trade deal
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston and Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed the agreement this Monday while Houston was in Toronto attending the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada conference. The deal takes effect immediately.

