The statement is the latest in a series of calls from the minister for “more autonomy” on immigration decisions, but so far, Piccini has offered few specifics on what that means in practice beyond greater access to federal data. Despite frequent calls for “more control,” the province has struggled to define what kind of autonomy it actually wants.

Ben Levitt, a consultant with S&A Strategies, registered this past week with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner to lobby on behalf of Eli Lilly Canada Inc.

Fife, who has served at Queen’s Park for 13 years, will now lead the global body for a three-year term. Her priority, she said, is to “build relationships with female leaders across Commonwealth regions,” particularly in areas like the Caribbean, Africa, and India, where she hopes to strengthen collaboration and exchange.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is warning that Canada faces a “massive threat” to its manufacturing base after Lutnick declarations.