31 h. ago University of Toronto once again the top school in Canada in one key category

And the hits just keep coming for the University of Toronto.In addition to being the top school in Canada and the second most sustainable university in the world, U of T can also applaud itself for being the number one research university in the country.Research Infosource Inc. released a report this week outlining the top research universities, colleges and hospitals in Canada, as well as the Top 15 Federal Government research & development performers. Canada's Top 50 Research Universities 2025To determine the universities' rankings, factors such as faculty headcount, graduate student enrollment and financial data from Statistics Canada were closely looked at.For a second year in a row, U of T nabbed the top spot for receiving $1,588,932 in funding in 2024, up 10.8 per cent from the previous year.Of the 50 top universities, 17 others are in Ontario.University of Ottawa and McMaster University round out the top 10, taking the 7th and 9th spots, respec...

Society

49 h. ago Ontario, Ottawa knew of Algoma Steel’s layoff plans, CEO says

"I don't think anybody would loan the company half a billion dollars without asking very detailed questions," says Algoma Steel's CEO.

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54 h. ago Ford says he knew layoffs were coming before loaning Algoma Steel $100M

The steel giant announced Monday it would lay off roughly 1,000 workers as a Sault Ste. Marie plant closure is being made to adapt to a “fundamentally altered” landscape.

Economics

3 d. ago LILLEY UNLEASHED: Does Carney care about talking to Trump after 1000 Canadian steel jobs gone?

WATCH: Sun political columnist Brian Lilley asks if the loss of 1000 jobs at Algoma Steel in Sault.Ste. Marie, is enough to make Mark Carney care about talking to Donald Trump. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication […]

Transport

3 d. ago Algoma Steel highlights new strategy after layoffs as it looks to lower costs

SAULT STE. MARIE — The CEO of Algoma Steel says he recognized the need to accelerate the company’s plan to lower its costs well before tariffs came into play, as the company plans to let go of more than 1,000 workers. Michael Garcia says in a statement that the strategy includes transitioning to electric arc […]

Economics

4 d. ago Algoma Steel to lay off 1,000 employees, blames Donald Trump’s tariffs

Announcement comes two weeks after Sault Ste. Marie-based company received $500M in government financing

Economics

4 d. ago Algoma Steel to lay off 1,000 workers in coming months, union says

SAULT STE. MARIE — Algoma Steel is laying off more than a third of its workforce as it accelerates a transition to new equipment in response to U.S. tariffs. The company started issuing some 1,050 layoff notices Monday morning, said Bill Slater, president of United Steelworkers Local 2724, including about 150 to his members. “There’s […]

Society

4 d. ago Algoma Steel to lay off 1,000 workers over ‘unprecedented tariffs’

Algoma Steel said Monday that it plans to lay off about 1,000 workers due to impacts from tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies.

Society

4 d. ago RAC Honours Leaders in Rail Safety and Environmental Innovation

OTTAWA, Ontario, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) is honoured to celebrate the recipients of this year’s Safety and Environment Awards, recognizing railways and railroaders who are driving meaningful progress in the way Canada moves people and goods. Their achievements reflect the industry’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the […]

Politics

6 d. ago These three Ottawa bike lane projects may be in jeopardy under Ontario's Bill 60

The city has identified at least three planned bike lane projects in Ottawa that will not be able to move forward under new provincial legislation.

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1 week ago Civil Society Organizations Decry Neglect of Poor Prison Conditions, Impacts on Public Safety

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — National civil society organizations that focus on prisons are sounding the alarm over worsening conditions in federal penitentiaries. They warn that government inaction and failure to invest in evidence-based practices and reintegrative efforts undermines public safety. Despite repeated calls to address significant issues in Canadian penitentiaries, this […]

Events

1 week ago Celebrating 100 years: The Royal Canadian Legion launches 2026 Centenary brand

Centenary sweepstakes for members: Ford Dealers of Canada offer Grand Prize OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For nearly a century, The Royal Canadian Legion has been a voice for Veterans and families needing support, and a beloved fixture in hundreds of communities across the country. The organization is on the cusp of […]

Culture

1 week ago Sutton Group Announces Acquisition of Homicity and Appointment of New VP Technology

This acquisition marks a significant step in Sutton’s commitment to Canadian innovation, national-scale technology, and enhanced value for homeowners OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Sutton Group, the leading Canadian-owned and independent national real estate brand, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Homicity Inc., an Ottawa-based real estate […]

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1 week ago Rebuilding Canada’s Fisheries is Key to Ocean Recovery and Coastal Prosperity

2025 Fishery Audit shows one-third of depleted fish stocks have rebuilding plans; federal action still needed to protect oceans, the economy, and coastal communities OTTAWA, Ontario, traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People, Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A new audit of Canada’s fisheries shows that science-based management and Indigenous collaboration can help […]

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1 week ago The Royal Canadian Legion on Federal Budget 2025: Big investments, Big cuts – Veterans want immediate clarity

Veterans unclear and anxious over details timelines uncertain OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With the release of Canada’s 2025 budget, The Royal Canadian Legion is calling for immediate clarity and transparency over details and timelines related to key concerns that are now being repeatedly questioned by the Veterans we serve. “We are hearing […]

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2 w. ago Canadian Credit Union Association confirmed as an Adopter of FCAC’s National Financial Literacy Strategy

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA) is proud to announce that its Each One, Teach One (EOTO) financial education program has been confirmed by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) as being fully aligned with the National Financial Literacy Strategy (NFLS) through the FCAC’s Strategy-Aligned Measures […]

Economics

2 w. ago Rachael Wilson leaving Ottawa Food Bank to head United Way East Ontario

Rachael Wilson is to start her new duties as president and CEO of United Way East Ontario on Jan. 12

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2 w. ago Esri Canada and Canadian Wildlife Federation Announce Major Boost to Nature

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — More students, educators and community groups will gain access to high technology mapping software and nature-based learning to enhance environmental stewardship, thanks to a new partnership between Esri Canada and the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF). Esri Canada is contributing $1 million in geographic information system (GIS) software […]

Politics

2 w. ago Statement from CUPE 8111 on flight attendant layoffs at Canadian North

OTTAWA, Ontario — CUPE 8111 President Isabelle Paquette made the following statement regarding layoffs at Canadian North: “We are deeply concerned about the potential layoffs of 13 flight attendants across in Edmonton, Calgary, and Ottawa. It is especially devastating for our members to face such uncertainty so close to the holiday season. “We are actively […]

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2 w. ago Canada’s innovation performance continues to decline at a time of unprecedented change

OTTAWA, Ontario, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada continues to fall further behind peers in key measures of science, technology, and innovation performance. A new report from the Council of Canadian Academies (CCA) details the daunting challenges facing Canada that could ultimately threaten the country’s economic prosperity and standard of living. A high-performing science, […]

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