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Ontario’s New Bill Seeks to Remove Interprovincial Trade Barriers, Includes Alcohol Sales and Worker Mobility

Ontario has introduced new legislation aimed at eliminating internal trade and labour mobility barriers across Canada. The Protect Ontario through Free Trade within Canada Act is designed… Read more »

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Big Bounce Canada Returns with Massive Inflatables Tour Across the Country

How high can you bounce in the World’s Biggest Bouncy Castle? The Big Bounce Canada, known as the world’s largest touring inflatable event, is set to return… Read more »

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Ontario’s Minimum Wage to Increase by 40 Cents on October 1

Ontario is giving its lowest-paid workers a bit of a financial boost. The province is increasing its minimum wage this fall, aiming to help workers manage the… Read more »

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Toronto Unveils Official FIFA World Cup Host City Poster; Here is How to Get One

The City of Toronto has revealed its official Host City poster for the FIFA World Cup 2026, created by Toronto-based illustrator Dave Murray. The design was unveiled… Read more »

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Ontario Suspends 25% Electricity Surcharge Amid Trade Discussions

Ontario has suspended its 25 percent surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota following discussions between Premier Doug Ford and U.S. Secretary of Commerce… Read more »

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Ontario Implements 25% Surcharge on Electricity Exports to U.S.

Ontario has imposed a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the United States, effective immediately, in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. This measure is expected… Read more »

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Alto: Canada Announces Largest Infrastructure Project Ever With Quebec City-Toronto 300km/hour High-Speed Rail

Canada has announced plans to develop a high-speed rail network in the Toronto-Quebec City corridor. The project, named Alto, will cover approximately 1,000 kilometres and feature stops… Read more »

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Ice Follies 2025: Explore a Frozen Ontario Lake Adorned With Spectacular Art Until Family Day Weekend

Ever walked on a frozen lake and found yourself inside an art festival? If not, now’s your chance. Ice Follies, North Bay’s celebrated biennial arts festival, is… Read more »

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2025 Campground, Parking and Boat Reservations For National Parks in Ontario Now Open

If you plan to go camping in one of Canada’s most popular national parks, better join the Parks Canada reservation queue right now. Reservations for Cyprus Lake… Read more »

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$1 Billion Boycott: Ontario to Remove All American Alcohol from LCBO Starting February 4

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced that the Liquor Control Board of Ontario will stop selling all U.S.-made alcoholic beverages, effective Tuesday, February 4. This decision follows Prime… Read more »

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2025 Boots and Hearts Music Festival Announces Complete Lineup; Single Day Tickets Presale Jan 29

Ontario’s famous country music festival has announced the complete line-up for the 2025 edition. Republic Live, the organizers of Boots and Hearts Music Festival, announced headliners for… Read more »

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Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program 2025: You Can Now Sign Up For New Energy Efficiency Rebates

The Ontario government has announced a $10.9 billion, 12-year investment in energy efficiency initiatives, marking the largest such program in Canadian history. Among the key measures is… Read more »

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School Rankings 2024: Top 100 High Schools in Ontario

The latest report (2024) from the Fraser Institute sheds new light on the performance of Ontario’s secondary schools, challenging prevailing myths and underscoring the universal potential for… Read more »

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Most Popular Baby Names in Ontario – 2023

For another consecutive year, Olivia and Noah have solidified their positions as the most popular baby names in Ontario. In 2023, Olivia maintained her impressive 15-year streak… Read more »

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The Most Read Books of 2024

Looking for your next great read or the perfect gift for a book lover? Toronto Public Library, North America’s largest and busiest public library system, has unveiled… Read more »

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Algonquin Park Will Soon Get a New Scenic Interpretive Hiking Trail

The Friends of Algonquin Park, a Canadian charity dedicated to supporting Algonquin Provincial Park, has announced plans for a new interpretive hiking trail, marking the first such… Read more »

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Report: Food Bank Use in Ontario Exceeds Nova Scotia’s Population

Feed Ontario released its 2024 Hunger Report today, highlighting that over one million people accessed food banks in Ontario between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024…. Read more »

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2024 Living Wage in Ontario – How Much You Need to Earn Per Hour For a Modest Standard of Living

Ontario Living Wage Network has published hourly wages required to maintain a modest standard of living across 10 Living Wage regions in Ontario. The living wage is… Read more »

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Ontario Nature Announces Major Expansion of the Park Part of UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve

Ontario Nature has recently expanded the Gananoque Lake Nature Reserve by adding 23.74 hectares (58 acres). This expansion enhances the reserve’s ecological footprint and contributes significantly to… Read more »

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2024 Holiday Shipping Deadlines For Canada Post, FedEx & Purolator

Here are the holiday shipping deadlines if you plan to send holiday gifts by Canada Post, FedEx or Purolator and want shipments to arrive before December 25,… Read more »

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Here is Who is Eligible for the Newly Announced $200 Ontario Rebate

The Ontario government is set to offer a $200 rebate to eligible taxpayers in an effort to alleviate the financial pressures of rising interest rates and the… Read more »

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Bailey Zimmerman, Sam Hunt to Headline Ontario’s 2025 Boots and Hearts Music Festival; Presale Oct 30

The organizers of Ontario’s famous country music festival, Republic Live, have announced headliners for the 2025 edition. The 4-day Boots and Hearts Festival that takes place at… Read more »

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Ontario Expands Fertility Support with $150 Million Investment and New Tax Credit

Ontario has announced a significant investment of $150 million over the next two years to expand the Ontario Fertility Program. This initiative aims to reduce waitlists and… Read more »

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Heart of the Holidays: Boots and Hearts Brings Holiday Concert Headlined By James Barker Band This December to Kitchener

The Kitchener Aud is set to sparkle this festive season as Boots and Hearts organisers transforms it into the “Heart of the Holidays.” This yuletide concert on… Read more »