63 h. ago Drought deepens in Eastern Canada as West sees some improvement: Monitor

Officials say a deepening drought in Central and Atlantic Canada is creating water supply issues and underlining concerns about crop conditions and wildfires. The latest national outlook shows large pockets of extreme drought have appeared across Atlantic Canada, with moderate to severe drought also showing up in Ontario and Quebec as of the end of […]

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4 d. ago Doug Ford tells Ontario municipalities he will get rid of automated speed cameras if they don’t

The premier called the cameras nothing but a cash grab and suggested ‘huge signs, big flashing lights’ to slow down traffic near schools

Politics

5 d. ago Illegal London cannabis shop shut down, one person charged: OPP

Chief’s Corner had been operating without authorization from Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario or Health Canada, police said.

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5 d. ago Ontario man attempting to smuggle meth mailed from U.S. to Canada arrested: RCMP

RCMP say a package addressed to a Thunder Bay, Ont., residence contained about 140 grams of suspected methamphetamine, valued at $7,000.

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5 d. ago PharmaCorp to Acquire a Pharmacy in Ontario for $5,300,000, New Non

SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PHARMACORP RX INC. (“PharmaCorp” or the “Corporation”) (TSXV: PCRX) is pleased to announce the signing of a definitive share purchase agreement to acquire a 100% interest in a PharmaChoice Canada bannered pharmacy business located in Ontario (the “Acquisition”). This transaction marks PharmaCorp’s first acquisition under its charter […]

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7 d. ago Canada's largest Halloween festival brings spooky spectacle to new Ontario city this fall

Pumpkins After Dark, Ontario's most talked-about Halloween festival, is expanding to another location, making its London debut this fall at Storybook Gardens.Known as "North America's largest, award-winning Halloween event," this fall tradition is already a staple in Milton. But for the first time, Southwestern Ontario will get its own version of the spooktacular experience.This year's shows promise to be the most immersive yet, with 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins lighting up the night in massive themed displays, interactive setups, and live performers.What to expectHighlights for 2025 include London's brand-new location at Storybook Gardens, alongside Milton's addition of a Dracula's Castle maze. Guests can also expect more live actors than ever before, creating eerie encounters throughout the trail.As with every year, 2025's festival will also feature a signature treat. This year, it's mini churros, a perfectly portable t...

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8 d. ago Ontario is home to Canada's biggest corn maze and it's now open for the season

Did you know that Canada's largest corn maze is located right here in Ontario, in the historic little town of Dundas? If you're looking for a fall adventure that gives you a bit of a challenge, Hanes Farm and Corn Maze offers the chance to get lost in almost 20 acres of vast land, as you zigzag through this impressive labyrinth of fun.This maze sets itself apart from others through its sheer scale — it will take you anywhere from one to two hours to complete, but you'll be fully equipped with everything you need to get out on the other side.Guests are given a map, pen, and clipboard before heading to the start line, and although it may sound like a walk in the park (or should I say, a stroll in the stalks?), it's not an easy feat: there are winding trails and massive corn walls to throw you off. The maze is also designed to test your sense of direction.And for anyone who has visited in the past, note that each year, something ...

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8 d. ago Ontario drove Carney’s decision to suspend EV mandate: B.C. Energy Minister Dix

VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s energy minister says the federal decision to delay its electric vehicle sales mandate largely reflects circumstances in Ontario, and Ottawa should follow through on a more Canada-wide policy after its review. Adrian Dix says electric vehicles remain in high demand in B.C., and any new policy should focus on the main […]

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1 week ago Wesdome Provides Comprehensive Eagle River Exploration Update; High Grade 6 Central Zone Extended by 300 Metres with Intercepts Including 115.9 g/t Gold (Cut) Over 1.6 Metres (True Width)

TORONTO, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX:WDO, OTCQX:WDOFF) (“Wesdome” or the “Company”) today provides an update on its exploration activities at its wholly-owned Eagle River mine (“Eagle River”) near Wawa, Ontario, Canada (Figures 1 and 2). Anthea Bath, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We’re highly encouraged by the latest […]

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1 week ago Rare northern lights show set to dazzle Ontario: Here's how to make the most of it

Aurora-viewing activities are happening across the province

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1 week ago VinFast’s Decade of Coverage Brings Peace of Mind to Electric Vehicle Buyers

MARKHAM, Ontario — Vietnamese automaker VinFast is challenging Canada’s auto industry norms by offering a 10-year, 200,000-kilometre warranty on its electric vehicles, a bold move aimed at easing buyer concerns over cost, reliability, and battery life. Remember the summer of 2019, when the Raptors brought a championship home? If you bought a new crossover that […]

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1 week ago Letters September 3, 2025: ‘Quebec has had it too easy for too long’

  TIME TO MAKE QUEBEC PAY Re: Carney’s deference to Quebec undercuts LNG announcement, Lorne Gunter column, Aug. 27 In Ontario, the world revolves around Toronto, and in Canada the world revolves around Quebec. Enough is enough. There’s a very simple solution for this: If Quebec doesn’t want to be a contributing province within Canada, […]

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1 week ago Ontario residents might get rare chance to see northern lights Tuesday night

Canadians across the country could catch a glimpse of the northern lights tonight, so make sure to look up.The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a high chance of the aurora borealis being visible across Canada on Tuesday and Wednesday night.The northern lights are forecasted to be particularly intense over northern and western Canada tonight.Northern British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and the territories are likely to get a front-row seat to the light show, aided by clear and dark skies.The "viewline," which represents the southernmost locations from which you can see the northern lights, shows that Canadians in southern Ontario and Quebec could also see the sky light up with ribbons of green and blue.The northern lights are expected to be the most intense between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. EDT, according to the NOAA.Last October, Canadians on the West Coast were treated to a brilliant display of light. Altho...

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2 w. ago Ontario resort town sees huge boom as Canadians turn to domestic vacation destinations

Domestic travel across Canada is booming, and Blue Mountain, one of Ontario's most-loved resort destinations, has become a top contender for country-wide travellers. So, if you're noticing your friends and coworkers swapping international flights for car rentals to go on a road trip, it's not a figment of your imagination.According to Statistics Canada, Canadians took 67.6 million trips within the country in the first quarter of 2025, a 2.2 per cent uptick compared to the same time last year.Instead of taking off overseas — goodbye cobblestone streets and beach resorts — more Canadians are opting to explore locations right in their backyard, and one Ontario destination in particular is seeing a spike in visitors: Blue Mountain.Blue Mountain has always been a popular go-to spot for skiers and snowboarders in the winter, but a report issued by Airbnb recently shows that an increased number of locals are flocking to it year-rou...

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2 w. ago Ontario home invader was armed with crossbow, court documents say

Both the alleged intruder and the inhabitant of the apartment are facing charges related to the incident

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2 w. ago Crossbow was used in Ontario home invasion where homeowner was also charged: court documents

Both the alleged intruder and the inhabitant of the apartment are facing charges related to the incident

Events

2 w. ago Supreme Court won’t hear appeal in land dispute at Sauble Beach

The Supreme Court of Canada has declined to hear an appeal of a lower-court ruling that upheld a First Nation’s ownership of a stretch of land at a popular Ontario beach after a lengthy dispute. Canada’s top court has dismissed the appeal request from landowners and the province after a stretch of land along Sauble […]

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2 w. ago Animal Alliance of Canada Commends Premier Ford’s Commitment to Ending the Use of Dogs and Cats in Research

TORONTO, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Animal Alliance of Canada commends Premier Doug Ford for his recent announcement that Ontario will move to ban the use of dogs and cats in research, as reported by CBC News. This pledge represents a pivotal moment in advancing ethical and effective science in the province. Animal Alliance […]

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2 w. ago 57,000 Rolls Strong: National Toilet Paper Day Drives Hygiene Equity

Bunzl partners with Food Banks Canada to support communities in need BURLINGTON, Ontario, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bunzl Canada today announced its annual National Toilet Paper Day initiative, in partnership with Food Banks Canada. The national distributor provided over 57,000 rolls of toilet paper for distribution to food banks across the country, increasing […]

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2 w. ago Ontario to end medical research testing on dogs, cats following whistleblower exposé

'If there's anyone else out there that's doing this to animals, come clean, because we're gonna catch you,' says Premier Doug Ford

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