Ontario officials find third‑party work at three career colleges
Ontario officials discovered third parties completing coursework at three career colleges, raising concerns about program integrity.
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Board of Trade urges Ontario to revise housing rules
The Board of Trade called on Ontario to change zoning and code rules as the province risks missing its 1.5 million homes target for 2031.
Four Injured, Driver Arrested After Milton 401 Crash
A crash on Highway 401 near Regional Road 25 in Milton early Thursday injured four people, two of whom were ejected, and resulted in the driver’s arrest by the OPP.
Record El Niño Could Delay Ontario Fall Colours
A powerful El Niño may push back Ontario's usual late‑September peak of fall colours, affecting the timing of leaf colour change.
Finance Minister Questioned Over $140 Million Protect Ontario Spending
Opposition MPPs questioned Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy about the $140 million spent by the Protect Ontario tariff program, asking for details on its deployment.
Toronto Woman Charged After Alleged Office Break-In
A Toronto woman, 36, faces multiple charges for an alleged break‑in and theft at a provincial office on September 3, 2026, after OPP responded to earlier suspicious activity reports.
Mayoral hopeful calls for independent auditor general
Mayoral candidate Dipika Damerla urged Mississauga to create an independent auditor general, citing similar offices in other Ontario cities, ahead of the upcoming municipal election.
Ontario Government Received Early Warning of Stelco Layoffs
Ontario’s government said it received advance notice of Stelco's upcoming job cuts. The steelmaker is preparing to reduce staff, prompting the province to request early details.
Ontario Announces $6 Million to Combat Auto Theft
Ontario’s government allocated $6 million, including $300,000 for Peel police, to address rising auto theft.
Students and Parents Attend Ontario Universities Fair Amid OSAP Cuts
Students and parents visited the Ontario Universities' Fair in Toronto on September 26-27, 2026, seeking information on university costs after recent OSAP grant cuts.
York Region says Ontario underfunds community services by $450 million
York Region says Ontario provides $450 million less annually to its community services than comparable municipalities, according to a region‑commissioned report.
OPP Sergeant Charged Amid Province‑Wide Child Exploitation Probe
A veteran Ontario Provincial Police sergeant was charged in Toronto as part of a province‑wide child sexual exploitation investigation, highlighting the OPP’s ongoing effort to prosecute those involved in the abuse of minors.
Ontario Paramedics Launch Drone Pilot to Speed Supplies
Ontario paramedics have started a September 2026 pilot using drones to deliver critical medical supplies faster to hard‑to‑reach rural and remote areas, aiming to improve response times in emergencies.
Ontario Manufacturers Cite Ongoing Labor Issues Amid Falling Vacancies
A Canadian manufacturers’ association reports that Ontario’s manufacturing sector still faces labor shortages even as job vacancies decrease, highlighting persistent skill gaps and the need for coordinated solutions.
25‑Year‑Old Charged After Speeding 234 km/h in Northern Ontario
A 25‑year‑old driver was charged with stunt driving after the Ontario Provincial Police stopped them at 10 a.m. on September 21, 2026, for traveling 234 km/h in Northern Ontario.
Ontario Starts Refurbishment of Four Pickering Reactors
Ontario's government, led by Premier Doug Ford, began a refurbishment of four reactors at the Pickering Nuclear Power Station on September 21, 2026, to help meet rising provincial electricity demand through expanded nuclear capacity.
Pickering Reactors Shut Down for Major Refurbishment
Ontario announced on September 21 that Pickering nuclear reactors will be taken offline for a major refurbishment, a move led by Premier Doug Ford to expand capacity and support the province’s nuclear‑heavy electricity strategy.
29-Year-Old Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash in Severn Township
A 29-year-old man died in a single‑vehicle crash in Severn township on September 20, 2026, with the Ontario Provincial Police confirming the fatality and launching an investigation.
Ontario Officer Charged Over Plot for Illegal Cannabis Shops, Massage Parlors
An Ontario police officer was charged on September 17, 2026 for planning illegal cannabis dispensaries and erotic massage parlors in Toronto, a development uncovered by the province‑wide Project South probe into police‑organized crime links. The case adds to ongoing efforts to address alleged corruption within law‑enforcement.
Ontario Bakery Bounces Back After Break-In with Community Help
Alebrijes Bakery in Ontario repaired break‑in damage and baked its signature pan dulce on Mexican Independence Day, thanks to help from local residents. The community’s assistance enabled the shop to reopen and celebrate the holiday as planned.
