One Dead, One Rescued After Canoe Capsizes on Stewart Lake
Two canoeists capsized on Stewart Lake near Georgian Bay Township on August 8, 2026; one died and the other was rescued by police. The incident is under investigation.
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Two Tornadoes Hit Southern Ontario After Alert
Two tornadoes struck southern Ontario on August 8, 2026, after Environment Canada issued a tornado alert amid severe thunderstorms that brought damaging winds, large hail and heavy rain.
Oshawa Man Arrested After Intentional Hit‑and‑Run
Oshawa police arrested a man in early August 2026 after determining he intentionally hit a person with his car and fled, charging him with multiple offenses. Ontario law treats such intentional hit‑and‑run incidents as serious crimes with significant penalties.
Motorcyclist Killed in Ontario Collision, Police Seek Witnesses
A motorcyclist was killed in an Ontario town on August 9, 2026, and the OPP is seeking witnesses or video evidence to aid the investigation.
Southwold Declares Emergency as Heavy Rain Floods Roads
Southwold declared a state of emergency on August 7, 2026 after heavy rain flooded local roads, prompting immediate repair work. Municipal officials activated emergency protocols to expedite restoration and protect public safety.
Brockville Aquatarium Adds Three New Otter Pups
Brockville Aquatarium announced the arrival of three North American river otter pups, bringing its otter collection to eight alongside five rescued otters from the United States.
Eight Fatalities Reported in Ontario Over Civic Holiday Weekend
Eight people died in traffic crashes and water‑related accidents across Ontario from August 1‑3, 2026, making the Civic Holiday weekend the deadliest for road and water fatalities so far this year, according to the OPP.
Ford May Call Byelections in Three Ontario Ridings Today
Premier Doug Ford may call byelections today for three Ontario ridings, including the Scarborough Southwest seat vacant since February, under provincial law that requires timely elections to fill vacant legislative seats.
Ontario Ticket Resale Law Angers Season Ticket Holders
Ontario’s new ticket resale law, introduced by Premier Doug Ford, penalizes season ticket holders and has provoked frustration among fans who see it as an unfair restriction.
Toronto Council Requests Provincial Transfer of Former Science Centre
Toronto city councillors have asked the Ontario government to transfer the former Science Centre building to the city, citing its vacancy and unmet community space needs. The motion, submitted on July 28, seeks provincial cooperation to repurpose the site for public use.
Toronto Fire Officials Question Legality of Condo Garage Storage Lockers
Toronto Fire Services says built‑in storage lockers in condo garages may breach Ontario fire code, a concern highlighted as a long‑standing regulatory grey area by a fire safety consultant.
Ontario PC Caucus Divided Over Stan Cho Hotel Expense Scandal
Ontario Progressive Conservative caucus members are divided over Willowdale MPP Stan Cho’s hotel expense claims, which total hundreds of thousands of dollars over three years, prompting calls for an internal investigation.
Ontario MPP Stan Cho Billed Riding Association for Meals and Travel
Ontario MPP Stan Cho’s constituency office disclosures show he billed his riding association for restaurant meals, flights, hotels and limousine services from 2023 to 2026.
Tiger-Cats Edge Argonauts 24-23 in Home Victory
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats beat the Toronto Argonauts 24-23 at home on July 18, 2026, with quarterback Tre Ford throwing for 218 yards despite the team having no official practice.
Tornado Warnings Issued then Lifted Across Southern Ontario
Tornado warnings were issued for parts of southern Ontario on July 18, 2026 and later cancelled as atmospheric conditions changed, highlighting the province’s responsive weather alert system.
Tornado Warnings Issued Then Lifted for Southern Ontario
Tornado warnings were briefly issued for parts of southern Ontario on July 18, 2026, and later cancelled as atmospheric conditions improved, illustrating the responsive nature of the province’s severe‑weather alert system.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford to visit Thunder Bay amid wildfires
Premier Doug Ford will travel to Thunder Bay on July 18, 2026 to meet officials amid ongoing wildfires in northern Ontario, responding to public criticism of the provincial emergency response.
Ontario Minister Stan Cho Resigns Over Hotel Expense Controversy
Ontario minister Stan Cho resigned on July 17, 2026 after criticism for claiming hotel expenses in his hometown of Toronto, a decision accepted by Premier Doug Ford.
Ontario Bars Students at Five Career Colleges From OSAP Loans
Ontario’s Ministry of Colleges and Universities has barred students at five private career colleges from receiving OSAP loans for the 2026‑2027 year, extending a prior ban on OSAP grants due to concerns about the schools’ enrollment practices.
Markham Set to Host Ontario Honda Dealers IndyCar Race
Markham, Ontario, is set to host the Ontario Honda Dealers IndyCar race from August 14-16, 2026, with preparations underway to accommodate tens of thousands of fans.
