67 m. ago Wildfires raging in northwestern Ontario trigger evacuation alerts

Fast-moving wildfires in northwestern Ontario are triggering evacuation alerts as the region endures another day of sweltering heat. Officials say an out-of-control fire burning near the border with Manitoba has more than doubled in size since Tuesday to around 23,000 hectares. Provincial police say they are assisting with the evacuation of a First Nation located […]

Events

77 m. ago Ford Canada facing national class action over claims batteries are defective

Ford vehicle owners in Canada could potentially be compensated from a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging performance issues due to a defective battery.On May 6, Charney Lawyers filed the class-action lawsuit against Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company of Canada, Ltd. at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The lawsuit seeks damages for all eligible Canadian residents who owned or leased specific models of Ford PHEVs (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) or plug-in electric vehicles.The lawsuit has yet to be certified and comes just over a month after Charney Lawyers commenced a national class action in B.C. against Ford, alleging that certain Ford vehicles equipped with a 10R80 10-speed Transmission have been "linked to significant operational issues."The latest allegationsA Toronto-based plaintiff initiated the latest lawsuit after she and her husband purchased a used 2021 Ford Escape in April 2024 for $35,000 to save on gasoline and car repairs.However, a nationw...

Society

2 h. ago $5M lottery mystery ends as winner steps forward before expiry date

A Beachville woman nearly missed her chance at being a millionaire, until she heard the news that a winning lottery ticket was about to expire. On April 17, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation announced that a $5-million Lotto 6/49 ticket purchased in Woodstock was set to expire. Connie Christie was running errands that day […]

Economics

2 h. ago Owner sentenced to house arrest after Ontario child mauled by 3 dogs

Police say an Ontario man has been sentenced to house arrest among other conditions after a nine-year-old girl was mauled by three dogs at a Newmarket home.

Other

2 h. ago Toronto woman says she was denied entry to U.S. for not having a visa

A Canadian woman says she missed an awards ceremony for her dad in Brazil after being denied entry to the United States because she apparently needed a U.S. visa.Ontario resident Nur detailed her stressful experience dealing with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and United Airlines on TikTok."I'm a Canadian citizen and I was stopped from entering the U.S., even though there are no requirements for a visa," she explained in the two-part video.Nur, who holds Canadian and Brazilian passports, had booked a flight with United Airlines for Monday, May 5, from Toronto to Brazil, with a layover in Washington, D.C.Prior to this instance, she had always had a smooth experience travelling between Canada and the U.S.According to federal government guidelines, most Canadian citizens don't require a visitor, business, transit or other kind of visa to enter the U.S. from Canada.There are some situations when a Canadian may need a visa to enter the U.S., whi...

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2 h. ago Ontario and Manitoba sign deal to boost interprovincial trade, including alcohol

Ontario recently signed similar deals with Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

Economics

3 h. ago Ontario signs agreement with Manitoba to eliminate trade barriers

Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew sat together in Toronto to sign an agreement between the two provinces to remove regulatory and trade differences.

Economics

4 h. ago Ryan Recognized as One of the Best Workplaces™ for Mental Wellness in Canada for the Fifth Time

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has been named to the 2025 Best Workplaces™ for Mental Wellness in Canada list, marking the fifth time the Firm has received this recognition. “We are incredibly honored to receive this award, as it reaffirms Ryan’s commitment to fostering a workplace where mental […]

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5 h. ago Andersen Global Deepens Canadian Ties with Stratos Solutions Inc.

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Global expands its Canadian platform through a Collaboration Agreement with Stratos Solutions Inc., a leading tax firm based in Ontario, Canada specializing in indirect tax, reverse audits, and overpayment recovery for complex organizations. Founded in 2004 by former Arthur Andersen professionals, Stratos Solutions Inc. is led by Managing Partner Alnasir Gangji […]

Other

5 h. ago Evacuations as dry, hot weather stokes Manitoba’s early wildfire season

Some activities were also closed in Whiteshell Provincial Park due to an out-of-control 80-square-kilometre fire just across the border in Ontario

Events

6 h. ago Preview: One lost her head, the others their voice; Broadway musical SIX gives power back to Henry VIII's wives

The musical SIX started as a class project in the Cambridge music department and went on to become an international sensation. Toby Marlow and fellow student Lucy Moss collaborated on the musical about the six wives of Henry VIII, which premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2017, featuring a student cast. Two years later, productions […]

Transport

6 h. ago Canadians ‘weren’t impressed’ by UK’s invite for Trump state visit: Carney

Since taking office in January, Trump has repeatedly said he wants Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, a suggestion that has angered Canadians.

Culture

7 h. ago GOLDBERG: Champagne fails up as Canada’s new finance minister

On the same day Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that François-Philippe Champagne was his permanent choice for finance minister, news broke showing precisely why he’s the wrong man for the job. Champagne was the man who captained former prime minister Justin Trudeau’s electric vehicle (EV) crusade. He teamed up with the government of Ontario to […]

Politics

8 h. ago Calian Acquires Advanced Medical Solutions to Expand and Improve Healthcare in Canada’s North

The strategic acquisition will strengthen access to care, enhance outcomes and support local healthcare teams OTTAWA, Ontario, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Calian Group Ltd. (TSX: CGY), a trusted provider of mission-critical solutions for defence, space and healthcare announced today it has acquired Advanced Medical Solutions (AMS), a leading provider of remote and emergency […]

Science

8 h. ago Ontario electricity produced with rising percentage of greenhouse

Ontario's electricity is now being produced with the highest percentage of greenhouse-gas-emitting power since coal plants were operating in the province.

Other

14 h. ago Ontario home on lake with stunning architecture selling for almost $7 million

With the May long weekend around the corner and the weather already delivering, it’s officially almost cottage season.And while any lakefront escape outside the city is a summer win, let's be honest, there's your average cottage, and then there's 1298 Lipsy Lake Dr.This five-bedroom, five-bathroom retreat is more glass treehouse on the Canadian Shield than grandpa's old fishing shack.A screened-in dining area. Designed by MafcoHouse to be at one with nature, 1298 Lipsy Lake Dr. is about as close to living inside a design magazine as you can get. The lake. Set on more than 14 acres of pristine forest, with 545 feet of west-facing waterfront, this contemporary stunner isn't your average Muskoka cottage. An aerial view of the dock. In fact, Lipsy Lake is something of a well-kept secret.The primary bedroom. With only 33 properties along its shores, the lake offers a peaceful, low-traffic alternative to its glitzier counterparts.The...

Economics

15 h. ago Waterfront golf resort brings coastal American charm to Ontario

I've said it once, and I will say it again — we don't need to leave Ontario to experience a beautiful and relaxing vacation.Cobble Beach Resort looks like it is straight out of Nantucket, but it is instead nestled along the scenic shores of Georgian Bay just two and a half hours from Toronto.The resort features 10 suites and five cottages, and is open year-round (though summer is certainly its most popular time of the year). Most of the suites overlook Georgian Bay, while the others boast views of the resort's golf course."With a harmonious blend of luxury and homey comfort, Cobble Beach is a place where you can truly unwind and recharge," shares management.Luxury and homey comfort are the perfect way to describe this getaway, and the amenities will further solidify that. Some of those amenities include:14 km of summer hiking trails18-hole golf courseOutdoor pool with waterfront viewsA spaHot tubFitness centreSteam roomBike rentalsA dockPri...

Other

16 h. ago The London Knights win both games in Oshawa and return home up 3 games to 1

The London Knights return home up 3-1 in the Ontario Hockey League Championship series.

Other

17 h. ago New Tecumseth mayor hopeful Honda’s EV plant will be built despite delay

The mayor of an Ontario municipality set to be the home for Honda’s now-postponed $15-billion electric-vehicle project said Tuesday he is not giving up hope on the plant. New Tecumseth Mayor Richard Norcross said he is disappointed with Honda’s decision but he will continue to advocate for the project, which was expected to create about […]

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17 h. ago Opposition, Vancouver mayor raise questions about new Downtown Eastside consultant

The province has hired former Ontario cabinet minister Michael Bryant on a six-month contract worth $150,000 plus expenses to review Downtown Eastside programs and future policy.

Politics