97 m. ago Teen charged in horrific attack on Ontario child police initially attributed to an animal

Ontario Provincial Police say a 17-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder and sexual assault in the attack on an eight-year-old child.

Events

3 h. ago ‘Hell to pay’: Health advocate fumes, MPPs silent over LHSC lawsuits

A leading London health-care advocate says he’s not surprised that London’s largest hospital is going after former hospital executives and others in two lawsuits alleging fraud and negligence in failing to stop it, because “rumours” abounded about money flowing out of the hospital. London Health Sciences Centre, one of Ontario’s largest hospitals, has filed two […]

Science

3 h. ago First Nations call for Ontario environment minister to resign for trying to stop clean water bill

McCarthy singled out the fresh drinking water bill when asking the federal Liberals to stop legislation that would 'delay project development and undermine competitiveness'

Politics

5 h. 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

5 h. 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

5 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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5 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

6 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

6 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.

Events

6 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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7 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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8 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

8 h. ago International bakery chain known for healthy cake opening first Toronto location

An international bakery chain known for what it calls "healthy" versions of classic treats is about to open its first-ever Canadian location in Toronto.You may assume that ingredients like sugar, gluten, and dairy are integral pillars for almost any baked good, and, most of the time, you'd be right. However, one European bakery chain that's about to make its Canadian debut is on a mission to prove that you can have sweet treats that still hit the spot without any of those things.We'll be the judges of that.Landing on Bloor West this summer by way of Poland is FitCake, a chain that touts itself as "the first and largest non-pastry shop in the world," and currently boasts nine locations in Poland, with an additional presence in Austria, Sweden, Spain, and Malta.So, what makes the cakes so "fit"? The bakery (or, non-pastry shop, if you prefer) is completely sugar-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, and vegan, but, if its rapid expansion across Europe can be used as any indi...

Society

8 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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9 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

9 h. ago Edmonton Oilers deal with Lightning for Hoby Baker winner Isaac Howard

"I think that's an unreal opportunity, I don't think you can get any better than that, those are two of the best players in the world. Could be the two best. It's pretty incredible, I can't wait to share the ice with those guys, pick their brain"

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9 h. ago Edmonton Oilers land Hobey Baker winner Ike Howard in deal with Lightning

"I think that's an unreal opportunity, I don't think you can get any better than that, those are two of the best players in the world. Could be the two best. It's pretty incredible, I can't wait to share the ice with those guys, pick their brain"

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9 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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9 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

10 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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