95 m. ago Ontario Liberals make $65B in new promises, pledge to find $28B in savings

Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie released the party's full platform Friday, as did the NDP, with less than a week to go until election day on Thursday.

Economics

98 m. ago Constant wintry weather has Ontario snow contractors scrambling for salt

There has been one constant in Ontario this winter: a non-stop amount of snow that has left those responsible for clearing roads scrambling to keep up.

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1 hour ago Ontario NDP promises $70B in new spending over 3 years; $37B in new revenue, savings

Ontario's NDP released its full platform and costing Friday, with less than a week to go until the 2025 snap election is decided next Thursday.

Economics

1 hour ago Premiers Ford and Houston appeal to governors in latest push to stop Trump’s tariffs

WASHINGTON — Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston are reaching out to state governors in Washington, D.C. as the deadline to avert U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs inches closer. The premiers are to attend the National Governors Association winter meeting today, where Trump and key members of his team are set […]

Politics

1 hour ago Michael Taube: Ontario Liberal candidates face scrutiny over insensitive comments

Yet their leader, Bonnie Crombie, doesn't seem to care

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3 h. ago Paul McCartney’s personal photos of Beatlemania bound for AGO in 2026

A collection of Beatlemania photographs shot by Paul McCartney himself is headed to the Art Gallery of Ontario. The Toronto gallery says “Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64: Eyes of the Storm” will make its Canadian debut in 2026. The exhibit includes video clips, archival materials and more than 250 photographs offering a behind-the-scenes look at the […]

Culture

3 h. ago Toronto charity shares experiences and challenges protecting vulnerable youth online

Editor's Note: The following story contains details about human trafficking that may upset some readers.February 22 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Canada, and aims to raise awareness about its magnitude and prevalence while taking steps to combat and prevent the crime itself. "Sex trafficking is the most common form of human trafficking and is one of Canada's most lucrative and misunderstood crimes," Suzie Tarlattini, Supervisor of the Awareness and Prevention Program at Covenant House Toronto, tells blogTO."Most people don't realize that it can happen to someone they know, and when we believe this, we're distancing ourselves from the issue and from very real risk factors our children might be facing."Educating the GTAAlongside dual efforts to both prevent and support youth experiencing homelessness, Covenant House provides education about sex trafficking and online safety to students across the GTA so that they may understand the issue, how it happens, what wa...

Technology

3 h. ago Trump Eyes Tariffs to Counter Digital Taxes Despised by Big Tech

President Donald Trump is expected to sign a memorandum Friday that opens the door to levies in response to digital services taxes some countries impose on US tech giants, people familiar with the plans said, the latest step to expand a tariff war aimed at addressing imbalances in global trade.

Economics

5 h. ago Hard loft meets cabin vibes in this unconventional $4.5 million Ontario house

It's rare for a listing to outright say that a property might not be "right" for a buyer.Generally, sales strategies are employed to maximize the potential buyer pool, not minimize it. But 55 Chisholm St. is a very unconventional home, so when Engelbrecht Associates say "this is not a property for everyone," it kind of makes sense. The main floor. Located in West Harbour in Oakville, this three-bedroom, four-bathroom house is a bold mix of industrial design and the cozy charm of a Muskoka cottage. The dining room. You have a soapstone fireplace mixed with polished concrete floors juxtaposed with a hyper-modern bright blue Scavolini kitchen. It shouldn't work, but somehow it does. The living room. The main floor of the house is an open concept space, where every room flows together. The fireplace. At the heart of the space is the soapstone fireplace that is reminicent of Swedish tile hearths that are used to heat homes, as t...

Economics

5 h. ago Senegal Bonds Rise After Government Reassures Investors on Debt

Senegal’s Finance and Budget Minister Cheikh Diba ruled out a restructuring of the country’s debt in a call with international investors, according to people familiar with the matter.

Economics

5 h. ago Harvest High Income Shares ETFs announces February 2025 Distributions

OAKVILLE, Ontario — Harvest Portfolios Group Inc. (“Harvest”) announces the following distributions for Harvest High Income Shares ETFs for the month ending February 28, 2025. The distribution will be paid on or about March 7, 2025 to unitholders of record on February 28, 2025 with an ex-dividend date of February 28, 2025. Harvest has established […]

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5 h. ago Harvest Declares Big Pharma Split Corp. February 2025 Distribution

OAKVILLE, Ontario — Harvest Portfolios Group Inc. (“Harvest”) declares the monthly cash distribution payable for Big Pharma Split Corp. of $0.1031 for each class A share (PRM:TSX) for the month ending February 28, 2025. The distribution is payable March 7, 2025 to class A shareholders of record at the close of business February 28, 2025. […]

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6 h. ago Covalon Reports Fourth Consecutive Quarter of Year over Year Revenue Growth and Positive Earnings

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Covalon Technologies Ltd. (the “Company” or “Covalon”) (TSXV: COV; OTCQX: CVALF), an advanced medical technologies company, today announced its fiscal 2025 first quarter results for the period ended December 31, 2024 along with a number of important recent achievements and highlights. “Covalon achieved strong revenue growth, driven by the success of our […]

Culture

6 h. ago Why getting more Canadian products on store shelves isn’t as easy as flipping a switch

With the push to buy local amid tariff threats, what does it take to get more Canadian products on store shelves?

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6 h. ago Doug Ford, ‘an old fashioned charismatic politician,’ is close to his third majority government

A third majority 'would make Doug Ford one of the most successful politicians in Canadian history, period'

Politics

7 h. ago Ontario election 2025: Where the leaders are on Friday, Feb. 21

Here’s where the leaders of Ontario’s main political parties are on Friday, Feb. 21.

Politics

7 h. ago Adani Green Seeks to Recast $1.1 Billion Loan in Rupees Post DOJ

Adani Green Energy Ltd., controlled by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, is in talks with local lenders including Power Finance Corp. to refinance as much as $1.1 billion worth of dollar debt in rupees, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Economics

9 h. ago Today's letters: Empty federal buildings could easily house the homeless

Friday, Feb. 21: People shouldn't be freezing in the cold when there's lots of vacant indoor space downtown, says a reader. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Other

16 h. ago ESPN and Major League Baseball will end their national television deal after 2025 season

ESPN’s coverage of Major League Baseball games — at least in its current form — will conclude at the end of the 2025 season. ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro informed MLB commissioner Rob Manfred Thursday morning that the network was opting out of the final three years of its contract, two people told The Associated Press […]

Sport

16 h. ago Cops seeking suspects after pair assaulted, threatened with death near Eaton Centre

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying three people being sought in an assault investigation. Toronto Police said they responded to reports of an assault on Jan. 12 at about 11:10 p.m. in the Bay-Edwards Sts. area north of the Eaton Centre, where two people were walking home before being approached by the […]

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