1 hour ago Ontario bakers look to heat up friendly competition with B.C. over Nanaimo bar record

In the kitchen of Northwest Fudge Factory in Levack, Ont., a group of five children spent the better part of a day last month mixing hundreds of kilograms of butter, sugar, chocolate and graham crackers before carefully spreading distinct layers on top of each other. The result was a 544-kilogram Nanaimo bar that they claimed […]

Sport

1 hour ago First Nations call for Ontario environment minister’s resignation

Several dozen First Nations in Ontario are calling for the resignation of the province’s environment minister after he asked the federal government to not reintroduce a bill that would enshrine clean drinking water rights in law. Last month, Todd McCarthy and Alberta Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz wrote to federal Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin asking her […]

Politics

2 h. ago These Ontario bakers have (unofficially) taken the biggest Nanaimo bar crown from B.C.

The Northwest Fudge Factory didn't submit the 544-kilogram feat to the Guinness record books, saying they want Nanaimo residents to still claim the title

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2 h. ago Teens charged after Pride walkway damaged in Tillsonburg: OPP

Two teens face mischief charges after a Pride-styled boardwalk in a Southwestern Ontario town was vandalized, police say.

Events

2 h. ago More Canadians using air conditioning to beat the heat, says Statistics Canada

68 per cent of Canadian households report use of air conditioning to beat the summer heat, says StatCan. The highest percentage is in Ontario, the lowest in B.C.

Economics

2 h. ago Ontario councillor facing criminal charge speaks at meeting, advocates denied deputation

Members of the Women of Ontario Say No advocacy group sat in the Niagara Falls council chamber, alongside supporters of Coun. Mike Strange.

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2 h. ago Therme unveils new designs for Ontario Place waterpark and spa

Controversial development project now significantly smaller than previously proposed

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3 h. ago Ontario Trillium Benefit payments arrive this week. Here’s what to know

The OTB combines the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Northern Ontario Energy Credit and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit

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4 h. ago Copper theft on the rise in Canada with Ontario, Quebec, N.B. the most victimized

Bell Canada says copper theft has grown at an astronomical rate over the past few years in Canada, with a large portion of the thefts occurring in the east end of the country.

Events

5 h. ago Court dismisses Ontario’s bid to appeal bike lane injunction

An Ontario court has dismissed the province’s attempt to appeal a court order that temporarily stopped it from ripping up three major Toronto bike lanes. Cycling advocates say the court’s decision is a victory, and means Ontario can’t remove the bike lanes until a judge has had the chance to rule on a charter challenge. […]

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5 h. ago AI tools and doctor shortage leading to rise in DIY diagnosis, Ontario docs say

Doctors say the advent of AI and a lack of access to primary care are feeding a rising trend in people trying to diagnose and treat themselves online. They say the risks include trying remedies posted on social media that are unsafe, delaying seeking legitimate medical treatment and being financially exploited by paying for things […]

Science

5 h. ago U.S. telehealth upstart plans to sell generic Ozempic in Canada as patent due to lapse

Hims & Hers Health says generic version should sell at significant discount

Economics

5 h. ago Ontario colleges face massive layoffs after ‘alarming’ enrolment decline

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union released information that suggests the sector faces close to 10,000 job losses and the cancellation or suspension of some 600 programs.

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6 h. ago Man, 20, dies following ATV crash in Central Frontenac Township

OPP are investigating a crash between ATVs near the town of Parham southwest of Ottawa that has claimed the life of one of the drivers.

Events

6 h. ago Cuts at Ontario colleges leading to nearly 10,000 job losses, union says

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union says close to 10,000 college faculty and staff have either been let go or are projected to lose their jobs amid hundreds of program cancellations and suspensions since last year. The union representing some 55,000 college faculty and support staff says that amounts to “one of the largest mass […]

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7 h. ago These are all the new discounts you can get in Ontario with your Presto card

If you regularly use a Presto card on your way to work or school, you might not know that there's actually more to that tap than just getting on a bus or a train. In fact, your Presto card can open the door to a range of discounts at major attractions and events in Ontario that you might already be planning to attend. Throughout the summer, Presto cardholders can access exclusive savings on everything from festivals to sporting events and nature activities. A new set of limited-time offers has been rolled out for July and beyond, giving you a chance to make the most out of the warm season without putting a dent in your wallet. Here are some of the current perks available with your Presto card. Festivals and eventsToronto Caribbean Carnival Running during the August long weekend, this major cultural celebration offers Presto users 20 per cent off tickets to various events, including the King & Queen Showcase, Grand Parade, and Fête en Blanc. Make su...

Transport

8 h. ago ‘Pay attention’: Why Southern Ontario is the tornado hotspot of Canada

Summer in Ontario may bring with it warm weather, but last week's tornado in Lucan is a reminder that it’s also tornado season.

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8 h. ago Ontario rent prices keep falling and here's where they're cheapest right now

It may not be a good time to own a condo in Ontario (at least, if you're looking to sell), but it sure is a good time to lease one — or any property type in the province, for that matter — as rent prices have been on a steady downward trajectory in major hubs like Toronto.The 6ix just saw another 4.7 per cent year-over-year dip in the average monthly rent rate for a place, marking the ninth consecutive month of rent declines, according to the latest National Rent Report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation. (By comparison, Canada as a whole saw a 2.7 per cent drop.)As of June, tenants in the city now pay around $2,283 for the typical one-bedroom apartment (which is 0.8 per cent less than in May and 6.6 per cent less than this time last year), and $2,929 for a two-bedroom unit (0.1 per cent less than the month prior and 8.4 per cent less than in June 2024).Renters in shared accommodation pay approximately $1,188 per month for a room, a 3.9 per cent decrease from ...

Economics

8 h. ago WARMINGTON: Mr. Wonderful offers report card on Prime Minister Carney’s first months in power

Kevin O'Leary's assessment of new PM surprising but warns rating will go down if he doesn't fire trade minister Chrystia Freeland

Politics

9 h. ago Quarter of Ontario mutual fund dealers have sold unneeded products: Survey

A regulator-led survey of Ontario mutual fund dealers based out of big banks shows a sizable minority are not always acting in the interest of clients. The survey of close to 3,000 dealers by the Ontario Securities Commission and the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization found that 25 per cent say they have at least sometimes […]

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