74 m. ago Doug Ford Wins Third Majority in Ontario Election Dominated by Trade

Doug Ford won a third straight election to lead Ontario, as voters in Canada’s manufacturing heartland opted for a familiar face to steer an economy that’s under threat from US President Donald Trump’s trade policy.

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2 h. ago Doug Ford says 'count me in' for new solution to mitigate tariff threats

Doug Ford made his stand against Donald Trump's tariffs a cornerstone of his platform as he sought — and won — re-election as premier, and among other steps the province plans to take if and when the levies come into effect, it seems the Ontario leader is on board withone strategic piece of legislation.Tim Houston, Ford's Nova Scotian counterpart, has just floated The Free Trade and Mobility within Canada Act, a new set of trade-related regulations meant to help foster the Canadian economy after Trump slams all Canadian imports with 25 per cent duties next week.Under the rules, Nova Scotia will treat all goods from elsewhere in Canada as if they were produced locally, "eliminating any additional fees or testing requirements" that presently exist.Likewise, professionals accredited in other provinces will be treated as if they were licenced in Nova Scotia, "ensuring that businesses providing services can operate across provincial borders witho...

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3 h. ago Bail revoked for man accused of two violent sex assaults in Hamilton

A bail review on Thursday, brought by the Crown, has led to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice revoking the bail of Hamilton sexual assault suspect Leikeze Cheruiyot, 22, and returning him to custody. Hamilton Police had previously issued a public warning about the former high school track star’s release earlier this month given his […]

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3 h. ago Councillors to decide how to replace newly elected MPP George Darouze at City Hall

After the Ontario election, Coun. George Darouze will need to be replaced in Osgoode ward, it's up to council whether to call a byelection.

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4 h. ago Ontario election: The local MPP who made Doug Ford eat his words

'Here we are, ordinary people who have done the extraordinary.'

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4 h. ago ‘Again?’: Ontario woman wins two major lottery prizes in less than a year

An Ajax woman wins two major lotto prizes in less than a year, securing $1M in April 2024, and now $100K in an instant crossword game.

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4 h. ago Ontario election 2025: Ottawa Greens reflect on party’s poor results

Every Ottawa-area Green candidate for the 2025 Ontario election placed fourth—and garnered a smaller percentage of the vote compared to 2022.

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5 h. ago Canada extends temporary visa application window for Ukrainians

OTTAWA — The federal government is giving Ukrainians in Canada who fled Russia’s invasion another year to apply for new or renewed temporary visas. The new deadline to apply for new or renewed work and study permits under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel program is March 31, 2026. Under the terms of the program, […]

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5 h. ago As Trade Unionists, We’ll Resist Ford’s Agenda: CUPE Ontario

– Craven Ford spent millions for electoral status quo, says union – Doug Ford cynically exploited a period of national and international tumult to return the Conservatives to government in Ontario. But for all his self-serving opportunism, Ford failed to win the dramatically increased majority that was his pretext for a costly and unnecessary election, […]

Economics

5 h. ago Canada is changing the rules to its Express Entry immigration program

The Canadian government has announced significant changes to its Express Entry immigration program this year.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revealed the new 2025 Express Entry categories on Thursday."Canada's Express Entry system is evolving to meet the country's changing needs," reads a statement from Minister of Immigration Marc Miller."By addressing labour shortages, strengthening our economy and increasing Francophone immigration, we are building a more dynamic workforce with workers and professionals from in-demand fields."Canada dramatically cuts immigration targets for the next three yearshttps://t.co/b9q4KodEdA— blogTO (@blogTO) October 24, 2024The IRCC says it will conduct category-based invitation rounds for the following new categories:French language proficiencyHealth care and social services     - Family physicians     - Nurse practitioners     - Dentists     - Pha...

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6 h. ago No good options for Crombie and Ontario Liberals after election loss | Ontario Election Quick Takes

Watch: National Post's Chris Selley and National Post contributor Anthony Furey discuss the latest in the 2025 Ontario election

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6 h. ago Ontario election: London voter turnout was dismal, but not as dismal

Voter turnout in three of four London ridings was above the provincial average, early results from Elections Ontario show.

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6 h. ago Supreme Court dismisses appeal from Saskatchewan government involving Métis group

The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from the Saskatchewan government over a lawsuit where a Métis organization says it wasn't consulted over uranium exploration permits.

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6 h. ago Trump to designate English the official language of the U.S.

The executive order will rescind a mandate from former President Bill Clinton requiring government to provide language assistance to non-English speakers

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6 h. ago Adam: Thanks to Trump, this wasn't a typical Ontario election

If you think your country might be wiped off the map by the U.S., you vote for a steady hand at the helm and Ontarians may have done that.

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6 h. ago Here's Doug Ford's Ontario election victory speech and plans for his third term

Doug Ford was re-elected for his third term as Premier of Ontario on Thursday night, evoking mixed reactions across the province.The Progressive Conservative (PC) party's third consecutive majority victory is certainly a rare one — a feat not seen since 1959 — and also took place during the first winter election the province has had in 44 years.Despite public uproar regarding Ford's many scandals over his tenure, only 45 per cent of eligible residents turned out to have their say in the snap vote, which was called just 29 days prior to election day.The result was disappointing to many in downtown Toronto, which appears on result maps as a mosaic of NDP orange and Liberal red amid the sea of PC blue that dominated the vast majority of the rest of southern Ontario.Greeting his constituents right after the win, Ford, jubilant and relieved, repeatedly thanked the crowd for their cheers and applause before commenting on the evening.Doug Ford re-elected Pre...

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7 h. ago Le Québec et l’Ontario travailleront ensemble pour pénaliser les Américains, dit Legault

François Legault a félicité son «ami» Doug Ford et affirme que les provinces voisines joindront leurs forces pour répondre à Donald Trump.

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7 h. ago Critics say Alberta government’s budget falls short on health

Alberta's 2025-26 budget, tabled Thursday by Finance Minister Nate Horner, pledges just under $10 billion for K-12 education operating costs.

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8 h. ago Celebrating 20 Years of The Greenbelt’s Impact on Ontario’s Environment, Agriculture and Economy

Stewarded by The Greenbelt Foundation, Ontario’s Greenbelt Continues to Build Climate Resilient Communities TORONTO, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Celebrating 20 Years of The Greenbelt’s Impact on Ontario’s Environment, Agriculture, and Economy  Along with Greenbelt supporters and our many partners, the Greenbelt Foundation is very excited to mark two decades of Ontario’s Greenbelt. A […]

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8 h. ago Pellerin: Could any Ontario government really solve the big problems?

Sure, the parties have different platforms and leaders, but do you really believe anyone would make a difference in the number of Ontarians without a family doctor, or the quality of education or the state of our roads?

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