Port Hope Residents Oppose New Nuclear Plant Proposal
Port Hope residents opposed a new nuclear plant proposal, citing the town’s nuclear history, while the mayor and Ontario’s energy minister supported the project as part of a secure energy future.
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Ontario Court of Appeal Upholds Sentence for Whitby Man Who Shot Intruders
The Ontario Court of Appeal rejected a Whitby man's appeal, upholding his conditional sentence for firing at armed intruders during a home invasion. The decision leaves the original sentencing unchanged.
Ontario Trade Minister Bills Meal Costs to Riding Association
Ontario trade minister Vic Fedeli listed meals and travel costs from trade missions as paid by his riding association's donors, not the provincial government, according to recent filings.
Minister Optimistic Teacher Talks Will Avoid Disruption
Ontario’s education minister says teacher contract talks are progressing and are expected to avoid work stoppages despite technical disputes over negotiation issues, as current agreements expire at the end of August 2026.
Ontario Premier’s Texas Trade Trip Costs Taxpayers Over $93K
Premier Doug Ford’s spring 2026 trip to Texas, aimed at fostering trade and investment, cost Ontario taxpayers over $93,000, a figure revealed through a freedom‑of‑information request and criticised by opposition parties.
Ontario Invests $10 Million in Six New Skilled‑Trade Training Programs
Ontario is spending $10 million to start six new skilled‑trade training programs in 2026, using the Skills Development Fund to broaden workforce development across the province.
Legal Groups Challenge Ontario Cash Bail Law
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association and the Criminal Lawyers' Association have launched a constitutional challenge to Ontario’s new cash bail law, arguing it may violate charter rights. The lawsuit, filed in August 2026, seeks judicial review of the province’s requirement that defendants pay for pre‑trial release.
Candidate Numbers Fall for Ontario School Board Trustee Races
Candidate interest in Ontario school board trustee elections has dropped following new legislation that reduces trustees' budget authority and bargaining roles. The change has left several boards with fewer nominees than in prior cycles.
Candidate Numbers Fall for Ontario School Board Trustees
Candidate numbers are falling for Ontario school board trustee positions after legislation limited trustees' budget and bargaining responsibilities, leading to reduced interest in running.
Vaughan Mother Faces Six-Year Wait for Autism Services
Amy Jones of Vaughan has waited six years for her son Elijah to access Ontario’s autism program, highlighting the province’s long-standing service backlogs.
Premier Doug Ford Speaks to Ontario Mayors at AMO Conference
Premier Doug Ford delivered a speech to Ontario mayors and municipal officials at the AMO conference in Ottawa on August 17, 2026, emphasizing provincial engagement with municipal leaders. The event gathered municipal representatives from across the province to discuss shared challenges and collaborative solutions.
Ontario, Canada Unveil $1 B Aid for Fee‑Free Municipalities
Ontario and the Canadian federal government announced a $1 billion program to fund critical infrastructure in municipalities that do not levy development charges, unveiled at the AMO conference in Ottawa on August 16, 2026.
Search Ongoing for Missing Pilot Near Balsam Lake
The Trenton Joint Rescue Coordination Centre is leading an ongoing search for a missing pilot near Balsam Lake, Ontario, following the pilot’s disappearance on August 16, 2026.
Ontario Municipal Leaders Convene in Ottawa for Funding Push
Thousands of Ontario municipal representatives met in Ottawa for the AMO annual conference, urging the province to provide predictable funding for municipalities.
Premier Doug Ford to Address Ontario Mayors at AMO Conference
Premier Doug Ford will speak at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario's annual conference on Monday, August 17, 2026, addressing Ontario mayors and municipal leaders at 10:50 a.m. ET.
Man Dies After Late Sunday Night Motorcycle Crash in Vaughan
York Regional Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred late Sunday night in Vaughan, resulting in one death.
Municipal Leaders Convene in Ottawa to Demand Stable Funding
Thousands of municipal officials gathered in Ottawa for the AMO annual conference, urging the province to provide predictable funding for municipalities. The week-long meeting underscores a unified demand for fiscal stability across Ontario's local governments.
Ontario Implements Mandatory Cash Bail for Repeat Offenders
Ontario's government introduced mandatory cash bail for repeat offenders as part of a broader effort to tighten bail conditions and deter repeated criminal activity.
SIU Investigates Three‑Vehicle Crash Involving Police Cruiser
Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit is probing a three‑vehicle crash that involved a police cruiser in Kawartha Lakes on August 14, 2026, as part of its mandate to independently review police‑related incidents.
Ford Unveils Ontario Data Centre Approval Framework in Guelph
Premier Doug Ford announced a new data centre approval framework in Guelph on August 13, 2026, aimed at standardising future project approvals in response to calls for a construction moratorium.
