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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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Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Starting March 12 in Response to Ontario’s Electricity Surcharge

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum will be increased to 50 percent, citing Ontario’s decision to impose a 25 percent… 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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Firehouse Subs Teams Up with Hot Ones for Limited-Time Spicy Sandwiches

Firehouse Subs has partnered with the popular celebrity interview series Hot Ones to introduce two new limited-time sandwiches: the Spicy Dill Hook & Ladder and the Zesty… Read more »

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GeoHikes: You Can Now Explore Bruce Trail Virtually

The Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) has launched the Bruce Trail GeoHikes Hub, a free virtual geology education program developed in partnership with the APGO Education Foundation and… Read more »

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U.S. Pauses Tariffs on USMCA Goods Until April 2

U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed tariffs on products covered under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) for nearly a month according to Reuters. The tariff exemptions apply… Read more »

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Chipotle Adds Honey Chicken to Its Menu For a Limited Time

Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced the launch of its new Chipotle Honey Chicken, which is available for a limited time at its restaurants in Canada. The new… Read more »

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“That’s Not Good Enough”: Trump Comments on Call With Trudeau as Temporary Auto Tariff Exemption Granted

U.S. President Donald Trump has granted a one-month exemption on auto tariffs for Canada and Mexico, citing concerns from U.S. automakers including Stellantis, Ford and General Motors…. Read more »

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Ford Notifies U.S. Governors of Potential 25% Electricity Surcharge Over Tariffs

Ontario Premier Doug Ford today announced a series of retaliatory measures against the United States in response to tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. All American liquor… Read more »

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Trump Threatens More Tariffs as Canada Enacts Retaliatory Measures

The trade war between Canada and the United States became a reality Tuesday as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced retaliatory tariffs in response to President Donald Trump’s… Read more »

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Peterborough Musicfest Announces Headliner to Kick Off 2025 Festival

Peterborough Musicfest is set to return for its 38th season, offering eight weeks of free live music at Del Crary Park. The festival will run from June… Read more »

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Free March & Spring Break Fun at Toys R Us

Visit your local Toys ”R” Us store Monday through Friday during March and Spring Break.   No event registration is required. Recommended for ages 4 and up…. 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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Igloo Coolers Recalled Due to Fingertip Amputations

Igloo Products Corp. has issued a recall for its 90-Quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers due to a risk of fingertip amputation and crushing injuries associated with… 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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5 Ways to Buy Canadian & Support Local

There are always positive reasons for supporting local in Canada. Now, possibly more than ever, buying local is hot on everyone’s minds. Luckily, there are a few… 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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25% Tariffs & Red State Liquor: The List of Retaliatory Measures by Canada & the Provinces

Buy Canadian is the message Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wanted to convey to Canadians as he announced retaliatory measures in response to the tariffs imposed by U.S…. 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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Groundhog Day Canada 2025: These Are the Predictions By Our Groundhogs

From a puppet that resides in a cardboard box to a Vancouver Island marmot, Canadian weather prognosticators come in various colours and sizes. According to folklore, if… 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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Federal Government Abandons Plans for Pickering Airport, Transfers Lands to Expand Rouge National Park

Anita Anand, Minister of Transport, today announced that the federal government will not pursue plans to develop an airport on the Pickering Lands, a 75 km² (18,600-acre)… Read more »

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Canada’s Top 100 Employers For Young People in 2025

Mediacorp Canada Inc. has announced the winners of the 2025 Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, an annual competition recognizing organizations that provide exceptional opportunities for young… Read more »

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Track Online: Ontario Has Started Issuing $200 Taxpayer Rebate Cheques

Ontario has started mailing $200 rebate cheques to eligible taxpayers and their children. According to the provincial government, this initiative aims to offset the financial strain caused… Read more »