41 m. ago Patient Advocates File Formal Complaints from 50 Patients, Call for Urgent Action to Stop Illegal Fees in Private Clinics

TORONTO, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Health Coalition was joined by patients from across Ontario in a press conference today as they announced that they have filed formal complaints on behalf of patients charged user fees for health care at private clinics. When the Ford government redirected resources away from public hospitals […]

Science

1 hour ago Viral new Ontario pizzeria from renowned chef keeps selling out

A newly opened pizzeria in a small Ontario town is receiving the star treatment, as it regularly sells out well before closing time.Despite only opening its doors on June 6, Tony's Sourdough Pizzeria is already the toast of Elora.The new venture from chef Tony Bish, an alumn of The Next Iron Chef, past guest on Master Chef, and a past member of Michelin-starred kitchens around the world, the pizzeria may strike as a surprisingly high-brow addition for a small town in southern Ontario, but the numbers don't lie; Elora is loving it.Taking over a space at the historic Elora Mews, formerly home to an antique shop, the pizzeria boasts a refreshingly casual atmosphere. The walls and floor are adorned with pale tiles, while the open kitchen offers an intimate view of the pie masters at work, tending to the breathtaking wood-burning Pavosi oven that cooks each pizza in just 90 seconds.Nothing about it screams hoity-toity, making it accessible to the scores of weekend warriors and co...

Economics

1 hour ago ROBBED FORD! Doug Ford says masked thieves lucky the police caught them and not him

WATCH BELOW as Ontario Premier Doug Ford describes how masked men tried to steal his vehicle at his home. What do YOU think? Tweet and Facebook us! And don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. 

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1 hour ago Masked men tried to steal vehicle from Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s home

Ford told the story at a press conference this morning after criticizing the bail system

Transport

1 hour ago Doug Ford calls Netflix documentary about brother Rob Ford ‘disgusting’

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has called a new Netflix documentary about his late brother, Rob Ford, “disgusting.” Entitled “Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem,” the documentary chronicles Rob Ford’s rise to Toronto mayor in 2010 and his chaotic reign. At a press conference in Toronto on Tuesday, Doug Ford said he would not watch the film and […]

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2 h. ago U.S. trade, geopolitics top financial concerns among Canadians: Survey

TORONTO — A new survey finds geopolitical instability and U.S. trade tensions are top sources of financial concern for Canadians, and even impacting retirement planning for some. The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan and Abacus Data released the survey results Tuesday, showing 67 per cent of Canadians say they are very concerned about Canada-U.S. relations. […]

Politics

3 h. ago Ontario city shutters dog park over concerns for potentially lethal soil contaminants

A dog park in the east end of Hamilton was closed by the city after a survey of the soil showed it may contain contaminants that are harmful to dogs.

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3 h. ago Fairy Devices Launches Global Sales of THINKLET – Programmable Wearable AI Device for Developers

TOKYO, June 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fairy Devices Inc., a Tokyo-based deep tech platformer, today announced the global launch of THINKLET, a programmable wearable AI device for AI application developers. The international sales page is available atTHINKLET is a programmable wearable AI device that enables developers to build AI applications using the THINKLET […]

Sport

3 h. ago American busted with $300K of pot after wrong turn at U.S. border with Ontario

A GPS error sent a man toward the U.S.-Canada border, where he was arrested after authorities discovered boxes of marijuana in his vehicle.U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) states that 43-year-old U.S. citizen Ronald Nunn is facing felony drug charges after authorities searched his rental truck following a wrong turn at the U.S.-Canada border. A CBP post on X reveals that Nunn is from California.The incident occurred on Sunday, June 15, in Buffalo, New York, when Nunn was driving while following directions on his phone. He alleged that, unbeknownst to him, the directions were leading him to Canada.He made the wrong turn onto the Peace Bridge at the U.S.-Canada border, then headed back to the U.S. At the border, he allegedly told a CBP officer that his truck was empty."However, upon further inspection by the CBP officers, several boxes were discovered in the back of the truck, contradicting the man's claim," reads the release. "The rental truck and Nunn were...

Economics

4 h. ago N.B. town reviewing raceway safety after child’s death at harness racing event

A three-year-old child was struck by the starting gate, which was being pulled by a pickup truck, and later died.

Events

4 h. ago How a Canadian credit union is uplifting local Ontario businesses

Elbows up! Meridian — one of Canada’s largest credit unions — is doubling down on its longstanding support for local business owners who are making an impact in their communities and beyond.This show of unity, commitment and resolve was the centerpoint of the Meridian Small Business Forum and 2025 Annual General Meeting.Keynote speakers included Rick Mercer, Canadian comedian and television personality; Linda Nazareth, economist, futurist, and author; and Sebastian Clovis, television host, creator, and contractor. Together with Meridian CEO Jay-Ann Gilfoy and Chief Digital and Marketing Officer Matthew Seagrim, they shone a spotlight on how Meridian’s small business members are facing a turbulent economy with resilience and creativity."In these uncertain times, our purpose-driven approach and commitment to being a trusted financial partner are more important than ever," says Gilfoy. "As a Canadian, member-owned organization, we're...

Economics

4 h. ago Scorekeeper, referee hit in melee at London youth basketball event: Witness

The Battleground 519 tournament included more than 30 girls basketball teams from across Ontario

Sport

6 h. ago Toronto bakery wins big at Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival

One of Toronto's favourite bakeries just earned another feather in its cap by taking the top prize at Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival.The Stanley Cup finals might be stealing the show for sports fans in Canada right now, but for foodies, another battle was being fought over the weekend: for the title of Ontario's best butter tart.Held annually in Midland, Ont., Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival (which is both the event's official name and an appropriate superlative), bakeries from all across the province flock to the small town in hopes of being recognized for their gooey, sugary confections.The enthusiasm about the festival, which just so happens to be one of the largest butter tart festivals in the entire world, is appropriate, considering the quintessentially Canadian treats were first invented in Barrie, just a short 45-minute drive from Midland, in 1900.Now in its 22nd year, the 2025 edition of the festival welcomed over 200 vendors and upwards of 100,...

Culture

7 h. ago No impact to Toronto’s green standard under new Ontario law, city staff say

A newly released report from city staff says Toronto still has the authority to mandate new buildings meet certain climate and sustainability targets, despite concerns those powers could be undercut by a recent Ontario law. The report set to go before the city’s executive committee today says there’s “no impact” to the city’s ability to […]

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7 h. ago No impact to Toronto’s green standard under new Ontario law, city staff says

A newly released report from city staff says Toronto still has the authority to mandate new buildings meet certain climate and sustainability targets.

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8 h. ago Edgewater Wireless Launches New Website and Corporate Presentation Strengthening Brand Positioning and Customer Engagement

OTTAWA, Ontario — Edgewater Wireless Systems Inc. (TSXV: YFI) (OTC: KPIFF), the industry leader in Wi-Fi Spectrum Slicing technology, is pleased to announce the launch of its new corporate website: The refreshed site marks a significant leap forward in Edgewater’s digital presence, providing a clearer, stronger representation of the company’s value proposition and momentum […]

Economics

9 h. ago Ford election trip to Washington, D.C., cost taxpayers over $100K, docs show

Ontario Premier Doug Ford faced criticism in February after the PC Party appeared to disregard the government's caretaker convention with trips to the U.S. capital.

Economics

11 h. ago ‘It’s just too much’: Ontario senior unretires to fight high cost of living

Jane Woodcock, 68, says when her husband died in 2018, quickly realized she did not have enough to live on to support herself and their five animals when the pandemic hit.

Economics

17 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join Sudbury Picket Line as WSIB Strike Enters Fourth Week

SUDBURY, Ontario — As the strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers stretches into its fourth week, Harry Goslin, President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), will join the picket line in Sudbury on Tuesday, June 17 at 12:30 p.m., to support members in their push for a fair contract and […]

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18 h. ago OCEU/CUPE 1750 President to Join North Bay Picket Line as WSIB Strike Enters Fourth Week

NORTH BAY, Ontario — As the strike by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers enters its fourth week, the President of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), Harry Goslin, will be on the North Bay picket line tomorrow, June 17th at 10:00 a.m., standing in solidarity with frontline workers demanding safer workloads, fair […]

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