Ontario needs holistic approach to drug treatment amid consumption site closures, doctor says | CBC Radio
The Ontario government's decision to close 10 drug consumption sites indicates a shift in addiction strategy, emphasizing community safety concerns over harm reduction.
Ontario tables bill banning supervised consumption sites near schools, daycares | CBC News
Ontario's proposed bill closes supervised consumption sites, aiming for stricter control over drug-related services, posing risks to public health and safety.
9 Ontario supervised drug consumption sites set to close under new law will become treatment hubs | CBC News
Ontario transitions supervised consumption sites to addiction recovery hubs, shifting focus from harm reduction policies.
The province plans to allocate $378 million for new treatment hubs and supportive housing units.
Ontario needs holistic approach to drug treatment amid consumption site closures, doctor says | CBC Radio
The Ontario government's decision to close 10 drug consumption sites indicates a shift in addiction strategy, emphasizing community safety concerns over harm reduction.
Ontario tables bill banning supervised consumption sites near schools, daycares | CBC News
Ontario's proposed bill closes supervised consumption sites, aiming for stricter control over drug-related services, posing risks to public health and safety.
9 Ontario supervised drug consumption sites set to close under new law will become treatment hubs | CBC News
Ontario transitions supervised consumption sites to addiction recovery hubs, shifting focus from harm reduction policies.
The province plans to allocate $378 million for new treatment hubs and supportive housing units.
Ontario proposes accelerated environmental assessments for Highway 413 to expedite construction, aiming to improve traffic and connectivity across priority projects.
Ontario proposes fast-tracking drug consumption site bill, skipping public hearings | CBC News
The Ontario government's bill to close supervised consumption sites is seen as anti-democratic due to lack of public hearings.
Ontario legislature returns from 19-week break as possible early election looms | CBC News
Ontario's parliament resumes, with key announcements on transportation and energy amid speculation about a possible early election.
Ontario proposes penalties for auto fraud as Toronto police link ServiceOntario Employees to scheme | CBC News
The Ontario government is increasing penalties for fraudulent VIN usage, highlighting its link to broader criminal activities in the province.
Ontario proposes accelerated environmental assessments for Highway 413 to expedite construction, aiming to improve traffic and connectivity across priority projects.
Ontario proposes fast-tracking drug consumption site bill, skipping public hearings | CBC News
The Ontario government's bill to close supervised consumption sites is seen as anti-democratic due to lack of public hearings.
Ontario legislature returns from 19-week break as possible early election looms | CBC News
Ontario's parliament resumes, with key announcements on transportation and energy amid speculation about a possible early election.
Ontario won't support making Truth and Reconciliation Day a holiday for now: minister | CBC News
Ford government denies support for a statutory holiday on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, citing need for clearer consensus from Indigenous groups.
CRA duped yet again in Ontario construction tax credit scheme | CBC News
The Canada Revenue Agency failed to detect and prevent a significant tax credit scam, resulting in massive losses to the agency.
Ontario NDP calls on Ford government to end unfair ticket sale practices | CBC News
Ontario NDP MPPs urge government action to regulate ticket reselling, citing exorbitant ticket prices for Taylor Swift's Toronto concert.
Ontario pilot project to address cultural mismatches in long-term care admissions | CBC News
Ontario's pilot project aims to reform long-term care admission rules to better accommodate cultural needs and preferences.
Doug Ford amps up bike lane rhetoric, while questions mount for cities | CBC News
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to remove existing municipal bike lanes to alleviate traffic congestion in major cities.
Ontario transport minister not offering estimate of Toronto bike lane removal cost | CBC News
The Ontario government rejects Toronto's $48 million estimate for bike lane removals, suggesting costs need reassessing amidst contention over traffic management.
Doug Ford amps up bike lane rhetoric, while questions mount for cities | CBC News
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced plans to remove existing municipal bike lanes to alleviate traffic congestion in major cities.
Ontario transport minister not offering estimate of Toronto bike lane removal cost | CBC News
The Ontario government rejects Toronto's $48 million estimate for bike lane removals, suggesting costs need reassessing amidst contention over traffic management.
Another beluga whale dies at Marineland, Ontario says water quality is 'acceptable' | CBC News
Marineland's marine mammal deaths have not been linked to water quality according to government inspectors, despite previous concerns about water standards.
Ontario making GO Transit free for veterans, members of Canadian Armed Forces | CBC News
Veterans and full-time military members can ride GO Transit for free starting March 1, 2025.
Province should pay for bike lane installation, not just removal, city manager says | CBC News
Toronto officials state that removing bike lanes incurs significant costs that should not be borne by taxpayers.
The Ontario government plans to enforce regulations for removing bike lanes, citing concerns about gridlock.
Ford says Ontario 'getting the Highway 413 done,' as province eyes steps to speed expropriation | CBC News
Doug Ford's government is committed to expediting major infrastructure projects, notably Highway 413, despite potential challenges with land expropriation.
Province should pay for bike lane installation, not just removal, city manager says | CBC News
Toronto officials state that removing bike lanes incurs significant costs that should not be borne by taxpayers.
The Ontario government plans to enforce regulations for removing bike lanes, citing concerns about gridlock.
Ford says Ontario 'getting the Highway 413 done,' as province eyes steps to speed expropriation | CBC News
Doug Ford's government is committed to expediting major infrastructure projects, notably Highway 413, despite potential challenges with land expropriation.
Ontario lacks a health-care plan for alcohol harms as sales expand: health coalition | CBC News
The Ontario government lacks a strategy to address health concerns associated with new alcohol sales regulations, risking more emergencies and health issues.
Canada set to lose irreplaceable 'treasure trove' of fungi | CBC News
Canadian fungi collection faces funding crisis, risking vital research access.
UAMH Centre's biobank is essential for studying antibiotic-resistant pathogens.
Immediate action needed to preserve unique fungal strains in Canada.
Ontario lacks a health-care plan for alcohol harms as sales expand: health coalition | CBC News
The Ontario government lacks a strategy to address health concerns associated with new alcohol sales regulations, risking more emergencies and health issues.
Canada set to lose irreplaceable 'treasure trove' of fungi | CBC News
Canadian fungi collection faces funding crisis, risking vital research access.
UAMH Centre's biobank is essential for studying antibiotic-resistant pathogens.
Immediate action needed to preserve unique fungal strains in Canada.
Why is there still no new plan to help Ontarians with disabilities get out of some buildings in an emergency? | CBC News
Emergency evacuation plans for people with disabilities are critically lacking and pose serious safety risks.
Toronto mayor says she worries about what Canada's immigration cuts could mean for family reunification | CBC News
Federal immigration cuts may hinder family reunification for newcomers, according to Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow.
Metrolinx shakes up leadership, cutting ties with 2 senior managers | CBC News
Metrolinx has dismissed two senior managers amidst ongoing challenges with delayed transit projects.
Ford government eyes new restrictions on bike lanes | CBC News
Ontario government may propose legislation hindering bike lane installation when removing vehicle lanes, sparking concerns among cycling and environmental advocates.
Woman ordered by Ontario to pay $15K in unpaid wages to workers at funeral home she says she never owned | CBC News
A woman claims she is unjustly liable for over $15,000 to unpaid funeral home workers after being named a director without her consent.
Ontario students to get free menstrual products for 3 more years in renewed deal with Shoppers Drug Mart | CBC News
The Ontario government renews agreement with Shoppers Drug Mart to provide free menstrual products for students, highlighting the importance of accessibility and removing barriers.
Beer, wine and ready-to-drink cocktails coming to some Ontario corners stores by September: source | CBC News
The Ontario government is accelerating the expansion of alcohol sales to convenience stores, grocery stores, and supermarkets.
Ontario tightens rules on cellphone use, bans vaping in schools | CBC News
Crackdown on cellphone use and vaping in schools to combat distractions and negative impacts.
Ontario to tighten regulations on cell phone use in schools: source | CBC News
Ontario government to announce crackdown on cell phone use and vaping in schools, aiming to be a 'leader in this space'.
Ontario to build, expand schools as part of $1.3B budget funding | CBC News
Ontario government allocating $1.3 billion for school construction and expansion.
Funding will support construction/expansion of 60 schools, creating over 27,000 new student spaces and 1,700 child-care spots.
Ontario wants more details before committing to national pharmacare plan, health minister says | CBC News
Ontario government waiting for details on national pharmacare plan
Cost estimate for the universal drug program is likely to change
Ontario's plan for private clinics to do publicly funded surgeries gets thumbs up from these doctors | CBC News
The Doug Ford government in Ontario plans to give independent clinics a bigger role in the publicly funded health system.
Some doctors argue that these clinics will increase accessibility to procedures and reduce waiting times for patients.
Ontario will continue freeze on beer and wine tax increases for another two years
The Ontario Government is freezing the tax on beer and wine instead of adjusting it for inflation.
Ford government running new taxpayer-funded ads, but isn't revealing cost | CBC News
The Ontario government is facing criticism for a taxpayer-funded advertising campaign promoting the provincial economy and investments.
The multi-media ad blitz, titled 'It's Happening Here', includes TV commercials and radio spots that have aired during prime time slots.
Ontario limiting access to Ozempic to conserve supply for those with diabetes | CBC News
The Ontario government is restricting access to the drug Ozempic under the province-funded program due to shortages caused by popular demand for weight loss.
People who don't have Type 2 diabetes will no longer have coverage for the drug under the Ontario Drug Benefit program.
Province closing some ServiceOntario centres, new locations to open in Staples Canada stores | CBC News
The Ontario government is closing some ServiceOntario centres and opening new locations in Staples Canada stores.
The government did not specify how many locations will close or where the new centres will be located.