Ontario to Repeal Hotel Expense Rule for Out‑of‑Town MPPs
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a plan to repeal the rule that lets out‑of‑town MPPs claim hotel expenses while in Toronto, aiming to align expense policies across all legislators.
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Three Peel PC MPPs Seek Thousands in Toronto Hotel Reimbursements
Three Progressive Conservative MPPs from Peel Region submitted thirty expense claims for Toronto hotel stays, seeking reimbursement of several thousand dollars as allowed by provincial accommodation rules.
Ontario Minister and Toronto MPP to Repay $16K Hotel Costs
Ontario's tourism minister and a Toronto MPP will repay over $16,000 in hotel expenses incurred during official travel, following a pledge made on July 14, 2026.
Ontario Pays $8 M to Store $79 M U.S. Alcohol Stockpile
Ontario is spending $8 million to store a $79 million U.S. alcohol inventory, with $2.6 million now expired and no public plan disclosed for its disposition.
Ontario Pays $8M to Store $79M U.S. Alcohol Stockpile
Ontario is paying about $8 million to store a $79 million U.S. alcohol inventory, with $2.6 million of it now expired and no plan announced for its disposal.
Most Project South Charges Headed Straight to Trial
Most charges from the Project South investigation into Toronto police corruption will go directly to trial in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, involving six civilians and one officer with a different procedural path.
Researcher Explains Opposite Trends in Ontario Opioid Deaths and 911 Calls
A public health researcher explained that several factors are causing opioid deaths to fall while 911 overdose calls rise in Ontario, even as Thunder Bay still records the province’s highest death rate.
Protesters Gather Outside Ford's Etobicoke Office Over New Regulator
On July 8, 2026, protesters assembled outside Premier Doug Ford’s Etobicoke office to oppose Ontario’s new regulator for personal support workers, citing concerns over its impact on the workforce. The demonstration forms part of a wider series of actions targeting the Ford government’s policies.
OPP Charges Over 2,400 in Street‑Racing Crackdown
On July 7, 2026, the OPP and partner police in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas concluded Project Erase, issuing 2,556 traffic and criminal charges for illegal street racing, including 2,438 Highway Traffic Act citations and 118 Criminal Code charges.
Trainee Constable Killed, Partner Critical After Aylmer Collision
A July 7 collision north of Aylmer, Ontario, killed a Durham Regional Police trainee and left another critically injured as they traveled to the Ontario Police College. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.
Ontario Gambling Helpline Swamped as Funding Falls Short
ConnexOntario’s gambling addiction helpline in Ontario is seeing a sharp increase in calls while operating with limited funding, leading to longer wait times and heightened strain on the service.
Crown Royal's Owner Agrees to Sell Amherstburg Bottling Plant
Crown Royal's parent company signed an agreement on July 7, 2026, to sell its Amherstburg, Ontario bottling plant, the primary facility for packaging the whisky. The company confirmed the deal without releasing details about the buyer or terms.
Bulldogs Bring Hall of Famer Burke On Board, Promote Roberts
The Brantford Bulldogs hired Hall of Famer Brian Burke as senior hockey operations adviser and promoted Gary Roberts to vice‑president of hockey operations on July 3, 2026, aiming to bolster their front office ahead of the OHL season.
Ontario Insect Decline Threatens Food Supply for Wildlife
Scientists report a province‑wide drop in insect numbers, threatening the food base for birds, fish and frogs, with observations from a Toronto area nature reserve highlighted on July 4, 2026.
Judge Unseals Docs Showing York Officers Eavesdropped, Prompting Police Arrests
An Ontario judge unsealed documents showing York Region officers eavesdropped on suspects, prompting the arrest of Toronto Police Service officers amid a wider corruption investigation.
Ontario Insect Decline Threatens Food for Birds, Fish and Frogs
Ontario experts report a decline in insect numbers, threatening food supplies for birds, fish and frogs and raising concerns about broader ecosystem impacts.
Ontario insect decline threatens wildlife food supply
Scientists report a decline in Ontario's insect population, observed in a Greater Toronto Area reserve, which may reduce food for birds, fish and frogs. The findings highlight potential ecosystem impacts and the need for continued monitoring.
Court Docs Link Ontario Probe to Olympian Drug Case
Court documents filed in Toronto on July 3, 2026 link Ontario's Project South police probe to the U.S. case against former Olympian Ryan Wedding, who is accused of running an international cocaine network coordinated by Gurpreet Singh.
Ontario Advances Strong‑Mayor Powers Amid Widespread Criticism
Ontario’s government approved the extension of strong‑mayor powers to nearly half of its municipalities, moving ahead despite largely negative feedback from consulted stakeholders, who labeled the changes unnecessary and undemocratic.
Ontario Limits Auto Insurance Benefits for Pedestrians and Cyclists
Effective July 1, 2026, Ontario's new auto insurance rules restrict accident‑benefit eligibility for pedestrians and cyclists, altering the province's insurance framework for road collisions.
