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Toronto Zoo Administers COVID-19 Vaccines to Animals Like Grizzly Bears and Hippos
The Toronto Zoo is vaccinating animals in its care against COVID-19. Canada’s largest zoo has begun the process of vaccinating COVID-19 susceptible animals with COVID-19 vaccines for… Read more »
Earth Day: You Can Charge Your Electric Vehicles For Free in Ontario at These Locations on April 22
In celebration of Earth day, Ivy Charging Network is offering EV drivers free vehicle charging on April 22nd. The free charging on Earth Day is available… Read more »
Two-Way, All-Day GO Train Service in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Region One Step Closer to Fruition
You can soon expect all-day Go train service with a frequency of 15 minutes within the Greater Golden Horseshoe Region, says the Ontario government. The Ford administration… Read more »
5 Easter Weekend Getaways in Ontario
5 ideas for a last-minute day trip or a weekend getaway for this Easter Weekend in Ontario.
The Bard’s Bus Tour Returns to Perform at 20 Ontario Communities This Summer
Driftwood Theatre Group has exciting news for those who are looking forward to live theatre performances outdoors this summer. The Bard’s Bus Tour is back on the… Read more »
Ontarians 60+ & Indigenous 18+ Can Book Fourth Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine Starting April 7th
Ontario government today announced an expansion of eligibility for the second booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to residents aged 60 and over as well as First… Read more »
Ontario to Raise Minimum Wage by Another 50 Cents
Ontario is planning to raise the minimum wage once again this Fall. Starting October 1, 2022, those working at minimum wage will see their wages rise to … Read more »
Ontario to Reduce Gas and Fuel Taxes For Six Months
The Ontario government has announced that the province is introducing legislation to cut the gas tax by 5.7 cents per litre and the fuel tax by 5.3… Read more »
Ontario to Permanently Increase Speed Limit to 110 km/h on Select Sections of Highways
Ontario is increasing the speed limit of six sections of highways in southern Ontario to 110 km/h from 100 km/h beginning April 22, 2022. At the time,… Read more »
Ontario Parents to Get $10 Day Care As Part of $13.2 Billion Deal; This is How Rebates Will Work
Ontario parents will soon be eligible for subsidized daycare as part of the $13.2 billion agreement signed between the Ford and Trudeau governments. The federal government will… Read more »
FlixBus: New Bus Service Beginning April 7th Will Connect Toronto to Ottawa, Niagara Falls, and Waterloo Region
A Germany-based bus company is expanding to Canada and will begin service starting April 7th. FlixBus with Wi-Fi and power outlets at each seat will connect Toronto… Read more »
Ontario to Build a New Medical School in Scarborough (University of Toronto), Adds More Medical School Positions
Scarborough will soon get a new medical school, the Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health (SAMIH), as part of the Ontario government’s plan to expand and… Read more »
Digital Dealership Registration: Ontarians Can Register Cars, Get Vehicle Permit Replacements Through Dealerships
Today, Ontario announced Digital Dealership Registration (DDR) program through which those who buy new vehicles can register it online through car dealerships. The news release says permits… Read more »
Explore Ontario’s Algonquin Park With These All Inclusive Trips
Algonquin Park and Algonquin Highlands are the perfect destinations for those who love the outdoors. With an area of over 7,653 square kilometres, the oldest provincial… Read more »
Ontario’s Ever After Music Festival Announces 2022 Lineup, Tickets on Sale March 10th
Kitchener-Waterloo’s annual three-day, high-energy music experience is moving to Oro-Medonte this year and will be held at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds, the home of the popular Boots… Read more »
Ontario to Lift Indoor Mask Mandates in Most Settings After March Break (March 21st), Changes Isolation Requirements
Ontario residents no longer need to wear masks indoors in most settings as the province is set to lift COVID-19 mask mandates on March 21st. Dr. Kieran… Read more »
Retention Payment: Ontario to Pay Eligible Nurses Up to $5000 in Two Installments
Ford administration has announced that Ontario is investing $763 million to provide Ontario’s nurses with a lump sum retention incentive of up to $5,000 per person. According… Read more »
Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces Complete Lineup For 2022 Festival
Ontario’s famous country music festival has announced the line-up for the 2022 edition. Republic Live, the organizers of Boots and Hearts Music Festival announced headliners for this… Read more »
Ontario to Eliminate Go Transit-Local Transit Connecting Fares and Increase PRESTO Discounts For Youth and Students
Ontario has announced that the province is eliminating the fare for most local transit when using GO Transit service and increasing PRESTO discounts for youth and post-secondary students…. Read more »
2022 Product of the Year: These Are the Best Innovative Consumer Products According to Canadians
Product of the Year Canada has announced the winners of the product innovation awards across 35 distinct consumer categories — from personal care, household essentials to the… Read more »
Electric Vehicles Charging Stations Are Now Available at These ONroute Locations Along Highway 401
Ministry of Transportation Ontario along with partners Ivy, ONroute and Canadian Tire have opened Electric vehicle fast-charging stations at six ONroute locations along one of Ontario’s busiest… Read more »
This is How You Can Get a Refund of Up to $120 Per Year As Ontario Eliminates Licence Plate Renewal Fees and Stickers
Ontario is eliminating licence plate renewal fees and the requirement to have a licence plate sticker for passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, motorcycles and mopeds, effective March 13,… Read more »
Ontarians Aged 12 to 17 Can Book Booster Dose (3rd Dose) Starting Feb. 18th
Ontario residents aged 12 to 17 can book appointments for a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine starting 8:00 a.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022, as the province… Read more »
Ontario to Lift Capacity Restrictions in Restaurants, Cinemas in Time For Family Day Long Weekend (Feb 17th)
Ontario is increasing social gathering limits, lifting indoor capacity restrictions in restaurants, cinemas, gyms, casinos effective February 17, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. The province says the decision… Read more »