2 h. ago Federal budget lacks ‘direct support’ for auto workers: Unifor local president

Officials and workers in the automotive sector say they're concerned targeted support wasn't made available in the federal budget.

Society

3 h. ago Ford government open to using notwithstanding clause to publish sex offenders registry

Currently, the Ontario Sex Offender and Sex Trafficker Registry is accessible to police enforcement agencies but not to members of the public. 

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5 h. ago Costco locations across Ontario rolling out big change for holiday season

Calling all Costco shoppers! The massive U.S. retailer is rolling out some changes during the holiday season, and here's everything you need to know. Just in time for the festive season, Costco Canada is introducing extended shopping hours, but only for a short period. Following Thanksgiving, the big-box retailer extended its operating hours and has now geared up for another round of longer hours as shopping ramps up. Starting today, Costco warehouses will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays. The extended schedule remains in effect throughout the holiday season until Jan. 1, 2026. Business Centres in Ontario will also adjust their schedules. Normally closed by 6 p.m. on weekends, these locations will now stay open until 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays during the holiday shopping rush. Still, there are a few notable exceptions to be aware of. While warehouses will be open on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, and...

Society

7 h. ago Take advantage of major Black Friday discounts at Laser Clinics Canada

‘Tis the season for steep savings, and yes — that includes cosmetic treatments.From Monday, Nov. 17, to Monday, Dec. 1, Laser Clinics Canada is offering 60 per cent off laser hair removal and selected skin treatments such as microdermabrasion, microneedling, LED light therapy, and chemical peels at all eight of its locations in Ontario.Targeting hair anywhereIf you’ve ever considered laser hair removal, winter is the best time to take the plunge. That’s because your skin isn’t exposed to sunlight as often as it would be in the summer. It also allows you to get ready for any upcoming vacations, events, or next summer’s bikini season.Laser Clinic Canada’s hair removal technology is designed with sensitive skin in mind and is safe enough to be used on any part of the body. Because the lasers feature a unique dynamic cooling device that calms, soothes, and protects skin, all different skin types can enjoy maximum results.The ...

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8 h. ago Ontario cemetery thieves would steal jewelry containing remains, discard them: police

Two people are facing dozens of charges in relation to more than 300 thefts from mausoleums and cemeteries in Ontario, Halton Regional Police say.

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8 h. ago Astra Service Partners Invests in Leading Industrial Refrigeration Service Provider, Berg Industrial Service

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Astra Service Partners (“Astra”), a network of market-leading commercial and industrial mechanical service providers, announced today that it has partnered with Berg Industrial Service (“Berg”), a leading industrial refrigeration service and solutions provider serving facilities throughout Canada. Astra partners with exceptional service companies and provides the resources needed to fuel their next […]

Culture

11 h. ago The Chicks, Rascal Flatts to headline 2026 Boots and Hearts Music Festival

Boots and Hearts is the largest music and camping festival in Canada

Culture

12 h. ago TransAlta to Acquire 310 MW Contracted Ontario Gas Portfolio for $95 Million

CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Highlights Purchase price of $95 million, or approximately $306 per kilowatt (kW) Immediately accretive to free cash flow and cash yield upon closing with approximately 68% of the portfolio’s gross margin contracted to 2031; attractive recontracting fundamentals longer-term TransAlta’s Energy Marketing and Trading team to deliver merchant […]

Economics

12 h. ago VinFast’s Growth Reflects Vingroup’s Legacy of Putting Customers First

Vingroup, Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate and VinFast’s parent, has built its market leadership on a deeply rooted customer-first philosophy. MARKHAM, Ontario — From its birth as a bold newcomer, VinFast has proven its genuine staying power. In October 2025, the company announced that it had delivered more than 100,000 vehicles in Vietnam during the first […]

Economics

24 h. ago Pilot killed in eastern Ontario plane crash participating in training flight: TSB

SOUTH GLENGARRY, Ont. — The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says the pilot killed in a Sunday mid-air collision in eastern Ontario was taking part in a training exercise. The TSB says it has deployed a team to Martintown in South Glengarry, about 115 km away from Ottawa, after a mid-air crash involving a 172 […]

Events

37 h. ago Ontario town ends boat rescue service sparking concern among water safety advocates

Kingsville is discontinuing boat rescues to cut costs, prompting concern from safety advocates who say reducing local response capacity puts boaters at risk.

Events

43 h. ago This Ontario city is the perfect holiday postcard destination to see this winter

The quaint waterfront city of Brockville, Ont., located along the shores of the St. Lawrence River, transforms into a festive hotspot during the holidays, offering a curated light and sound show and a themed nature trail among its many seasonal attractions.The season kicks off with Miracle on King Street, a tree-lighting ceremony in the downtown core that officially marks the start of the holidays. This tradition occurs in mid-November, and is swiftly followed by another one of the city's seasonal staples: the Brockville Christmas Market.  Held in the city's downtown core during the first week of December, the Brockville Christmas Market is a single-day affair that brings hundreds of locals together for some holiday shopping and good eats. Visitors can enjoy live performances by local artists while they stroll through streets adorned with festive decor, and shop from an array of vendors offering seasonal finds. @justinpluslauren B...

Society

43 h. ago Ontario dessert shop known for beautiful cakes opening first Toronto location

A dessert shop in Ontario that's gained a cult following thanks to its visually stunning sweets is about to open a location in downtown Toronto.I'm a salty girl myself, but even for those of us who would reach for a savoury snack over a sweet one ten times out of ten, there's something about a dessert that's as beautiful to look at as it is delicious that no one can resist.Though the urge to pick up a sweet treat dons on me very rarely, when it does, very little can be done to satiate it, barring getting in the car and driving myself directly to the source of my craving. Sometimes it just needs to be done.If there's one bakery in the GTA that can always get me in the mood for something sugary, even by merely seeing photos of its confections, it's Markham's I Am A Cake.Bearing a comically literal name and an appropriately dry sign (all lowercase, in a sans-serif red font), the desserts on offer at the bakery are far from boring. Maybe the name and the sign...

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56 h. ago Ukraine Claims Strike on Rosneft’s Ryazan Oil Refinery in Russia

Ukraine’s General Staff claimed a strike on Rosneft PJSC’s refinery in Ryazan, one of the largest in Russia, while Moscow continued to target Ukraine’s energy system with missiles and drones ahead of winter.

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58 h. ago Linamar Completes Acquisition of Aludyne North America Assets

GUELPH, Ontario, Nov. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) today announced that its previously announced acquisition of select Aludyne North America assets has been completed. The deal was initially announced on October 9th for Linamar Corporation to acquire a substantial portion of Aludyne North America assets for $300 million USD. This acquisition is […]

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61 h. ago Ford government resets housing focus, hoping to turn fortunes around in the spring

While issues with homebuilding in the province have festered for years, housing starts in 2025 plummeted even further as potential buyers sat on the sidelines.

Politics

63 h. ago How Ontario school boards decide when to cancel school buses

Many Ontario families will wake up this winter wondering if school busses are cancelled. But the decision to cancel them isn't as simple as you think.

Society

63 h. ago Ontario's conservation authorities are consolidating. Here's what that will mean for Ottawa

Ontario's 36 conservation authorities are being amalgamated into seven, including three in the Ottawa area.

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65 h. ago Bitget Lists Planck (PLANCK) with over 3.1M in Token Rewards

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), announced the listing of Planck (PLANCK) in the Innovation, AI and DePIN Zone, adding it to spot trading. Trading for the PLANCK/USDT pair began on 13 November 2025, 14:00 (UTC), with withdrawals available from 14 November 2025, 15:00 (UTC). To […]

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67 h. ago These 5 Ontario waterfalls turn into breathtaking frozen sculptures in the winter

Cold weather transforms landscapes across Ontario into winter wonderlands this time of year, including waterfalls that form breathtaking natural ice sculptures as temperatures plummet below freezing.With the province boasting a plethora of iconic cascades, especially in Southern Ontario along the Niagara Escarpment, nature lovers have no shortage of spots to witness these natural wonders as soon as the temperatures drop to sub-zero.So, if exploring trails and parks for frozen waterfalls is on your to-do list this winter season, then here are five waterfalls in Ontario that will soon become breathtaking ice sculptures for you to see.Tiffany FallsPhoto by David Cheresna via Shutterstock. Located within the Tiffany Falls Conservation Area in Hamilton, Ont., this 21-metre ribbon cascade is easily accessible from the property's Tiffany Park side trail. In winter, the water freezes into cascades of large icicles that often display hints of orange and blue...

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