Toronto Resident Cooks Meals for City's Hungry
A Toronto man started cooking meals on August 29, 2026, to feed residents facing hunger, adding a personal effort to the city's ongoing food‑security challenges.
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Ontario GM Workers Ratify New Contracts
More than 4,600 Ontario GM autoworkers voted on August 29‑30, 2026, to ratify tentative contracts negotiated by Unifor, formalizing the agreements reached on August 22.
Ford Unveils Hamilton Lake Ontario Sign Amid US Renaming Order
Premier Doug Ford unveiled a new Lake Ontario sign in Hamilton on August 29, 2026, as President Donald Trump signed an order to rename the lake "Lake America," reflecting heightened tensions between Ontario and the United States over the lake’s name.
Ontario Court Upholds Province’s Power to Remove Toronto Bike Lanes
The Ontario Court of Appeal ruled that the provincial government can remove Toronto’s bike lanes, a decision that has sparked debate among cyclists and may affect bike‑lane policies in other provinces such as Quebec.
Court of Appeal Dismisses Developer Challenge to Greenbelt Law
The Ontario Court of Appeal upheld a lower‑court decision, rejecting a developer’s constitutional challenge to a 2023 law that restored fifteen parcels to the Greenbelt.
Ontario College Group Flags Possible OSAP Misuse
The Ontario Career Colleges Association warned the provincial government in 2023 of possible misuse of OSAP funds at several career‑college campuses, prompting calls for further investigation.
Ontario Lacks Rules for AI-Used Campaign Ads
Ontario is certifying candidates for the October 2026 municipal elections, but experts warn that no specific regulations currently govern AI‑generated campaign advertising.
Ontario Educators, Parents Rally Over Policy Shifts and Contract Deadline
Teachers, parents and supporters rallied across Ontario on August 29 to protest provincial education policy revisions and the imminent expiry of the educators’ collective agreement before the new school year.
Five Injured in North York Intersection Collision
A two‑vehicle collision at Jane Street and Stong Court in North York on Aug. 29 injured five people, including two children, and left the female driver with life‑threatening injuries. Police and paramedics transported all victims to hospitals and are investigating the incident.
Teen Injured After Bike‑Car Collision on Steeles and Maxome
A teenage cyclist was injured in a car collision at Steeles and Maxome Avenue on August 28, 2026, prompting a police investigation and highlighting ongoing cyclist safety concerns in Toronto.
Toronto Woman Earns Golden Ticket After 81 Years of CNE Attendance
Barbara Jean Batten received a golden ticket at the 2026 Canadian National Exhibition for attending the fair every year since 1945, marking 81 consecutive years. The award celebrates her lifelong participation in the annual Toronto event that has run since 1879.
Man Arrested After Domestic Violence Injures Woman in North York
Toronto police arrested a man after a domestic‑violence incident at a North York home seriously injured a woman. The suspect is in custody while the investigation continues.
Ten Toronto Residents Missing After Nepal Border Floods
Ten Toronto residents are missing after a severe flood hit the Nepal‑China border, with the Isha Foundation reporting they arrived minutes before the water surged.
Man Stabbed Near Toronto Lakefront, Hospitalized with Serious Injuries
A man was stabbed near Toronto’s lakefront on August 29, 2026, sustaining serious but non‑life‑threatening injuries. Police responded, treated the victim and began an investigation while the area was secured.
Ford Unveils Lake Ontario Sign After Trump Renames Lake
Premier Doug Ford unveiled a "Lake Ontario" sign in Winona on August 29, 2026, countering President Trump's executive order to rename the lake "Lake America" amid strained Canada‑U.S. relations.
Court Upholds Greenbelt Law, Rejects Developer Challenge
The Ontario Court of Appeal upheld a 2023 law restoring fifteen parcels to the Greenbelt, rejecting a developer’s claim that the law violated constitutional rights, and reaffirming the province’s protection of the area.
Toronto Mayoral Candidates Address U.S. Tariff Dispute Impact
Toronto mayoral candidates are outlining city actions to help businesses amid the Canada‑U.S. tariff dispute, making trade policy a central theme in the municipal election.
Teen Injured After Bike‑Car Crash at Steeles and Maxome
A teen was injured when a car hit a bicycle at Steeles and Maxome Avenue on August 28, 2026, prompting a Toronto Police Service investigation into the crash.
Cyclists Rally Downtown to Contest Bike Lane Dismantling
Cycling advocates staged a rally ride in downtown Toronto on August 29, 2026 to protest the removal of 19 km of protected bike lanes after a court ruling allowed the Ontario government to proceed with the dismantling.
Randolph College for Performing Arts to Close After Accreditation Failure
Randolph College for the Performing Arts in Toronto is shutting down after failing to secure renewed accreditation, a decision confirmed by the Ontario government on August 28, 2026.
