The prime minister also announced travel restrictions on people with COVID-19 symptoms. ...
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COVID-19 roundup: The expanded federal wage subsidy program, an emergency alert and staying away from the cottage
Learn more about what the premier said in his daily afternoon press conference. ...
Who’s lobbying for whom
A list of new, renewed and amended registrations with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner. ...
In Brief: Restaurants and bars can temporarily deliver alcohol to your door
And COVID-19 will delay 24 scheduled coroner's inquests and the Darlington Unit 3 nuclear refurbishment. ...
Toronto’s Bill 5 challenge heads to the Supreme Court
The provincial government and the City of Toronto will rehash arguments about whether the province overstepped its bounds when it slashed city council. ...
Government cuts hydro rates in bid to offer pocketbook relief
The program will cost around $160 million for 45 days. ...
Premier issues call to action for manufacturers to fill medical supply void
Using a wartime-like appeal, the premier asked for manufacturers to re-tool as positive cases increase and health experts issued a new model outlining the potential ventilator shortage. ...
In Brief: Bethlenfalvy gets tested for coronavirus, awaits results
The Sunshine List gets released, the Ontario Nurses Association is worried about their members' safety, and the premier has a message for landlords. ...
Who’s lobbying for whom
A list of new, renewed and amended registrations with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner. ...
COVID-19 watch: Ontario projected to surge past ICU bed capacity within weeks: UHN study
In a scenario comparable to Italy Ontario would only have ICU bed capacity for 16 days, according to health experts. ...
COVID-19 watch: Ottawa unveils $82B economic package, closes U.S. border to non-essential travel
The aid package was a response to 'extraordinary' times, said Trudeau. ...
COVID-19 watch: Ontario sees first coronavirus-connected fatality, Ottawa ramps up response
A 77-year-old man died in a Barrie hospital, but a further coroner's investigation is needed. ...
COVID-19 watch: How Ontario’s energy sector is responding to ‘the big one’
Companies are rolling out contingency plans for employees and consumers to ensure the lights stay on. ...
Poll shows PC lead despite voter disapproval of Tory policies
The PCs led the way with 36 per cent support, followed by the NDP at 31 per cent. ...
Who’s Lobbying for Whom
A list of new, renewed and amended registrations with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner. ...
COVID-19 Watch: Ontario public schools will shut down after March Break until April 6
The government announced a two-week school closure and made plans for the potential suspension of the legislature. ...
COVID-19 Watch: Premier pledges $100 million to fight coronavirus as WHO declares it a pandemic
Jurisdictions around the world escalated their responses as Ontario focuses on its containment strategy. ...
Premier kicks off procurement process for two transit projects
Metrolinx and Infrastructure Ontario released RFQs for tunnelling the Scarborough Subway Extension and Eglinton West LRT projects. ...
Steven Del Duca wins Liberal leadership with first-ballot victory
The former cabinet minister faces the challenge of rebuilding the party without a seat in the legislature. ...
Liberals gather to choose new leader and turn page
Steven Del Duca is favoured to be the new leader for the Liberals. ...
John Fraser discusses lessons learned and which TV character he feels like at Queen’s Park
Interim Liberal Leader John Fraser reflects on his role. ...
A historically poor PC result, and other findings from analyzing the Ottawa byelections
A historically poor election in Orléans could give the PCs pause for concern. ...
Your Question Period Briefing: Calandra response
What was asked and answered in question period on Monday, March 2. ...
New community benefits framework raises questions for municipalities
The City of Toronto will review the proposal to see how it might affect its budget. ...
Understaffing, lack of training and procedures contributed to emergency alert ‘system issues’: Report
The report explores how the false emergency alert message sent on Jan. 12 occurred. ...
Question Period Briefing: Pocketbook politics
What was asked and answered in question period on Thursday, Feb. 27. ...
After a one-year delay, new Order of Ontario recipients named
The list is headlined by former premier Dalton McGuinty. ...
Business confidence in Ontario’s economic outlook ties all-time low: Chamber of Commerce Report
Rocco Rossi and the chamber of confidence. ...
Environmentalists express conservation authority concern ahead of new legislation
Consultations are ongoing as the government looks to bring forward new legislation this Spring. ...
Who’s lobbying for whom
A list of new, renewed and amended registrations with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner. ...
A long-delayed paycheque prompts calls for an investigation into Bethlenfalvy’s campaign finances
The issue comes from a campaign worker who took the former PC riding association president to the Labour Board to get paid. ...
Liberal leadership debate sees candidates get closer to unity
The televised debate offered a glimpse of what a Steven Del Duca-led party might look like. ...
Your morning briefing
Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Wednesday, February 19. ...
Government tables legislation to speed up subway construction
The opposition expressed concern that the government has misdiagnosed the problem. ...
Your Question Period Briefing: The art of the deflection
What was asked and answered in question period on Tuesday, February 18. ...
In Brief: Toronto signs transit deal, OPG and Hydro One build out EV charging network, and fiscal Valentines
A collection of briefs on the news of the day. ...
Who’s lobbying for whom
A list of new, renewed and amended registrations with the Office of the Integrity Commissioner. ...
Your morning briefing
Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Thursday, February 13. ...
Cannabis agriculture adds massive demand to energy sector
The fast growth of the energy-intensive industry has prompted questions about power needs. ...
Hydro One reports strong earnings, sees stock hit a new high
The company saw a boost to revenue and earnings in its fourth quarter results. ...
MPPs disclose assets and liabilities in annual release
Special hats, investment properties and paying down OSAP are all included. ...
Your morning briefing
Your morning roundup of news and agenda items for Tuesday, January 11. ...
“Anybody But Del Duca” campaign linked to Canada Proud board member
The campaign purports to be from concerned Liberals rather than a conservative operative. ...
In Brief: Lecce denies alleged connections to Vaughan Working Families
A collection of briefs on the news of the day. ...
How the Liberal Leadership Election Meetings work
We look at what the various candidates will need to do to optimize their delegates. ...
NDP warns about GHGs as Ontario grapples with energy system’s capacity needs
Ontario will shift to more natural gas to address its energy needs. Critics warn that's not good for the environment. ...
OPG sees major setback as Saugeen Ojibway Nation rejects nuclear waste facility
OPG had focused on the potential site for about 20 years. ...
ETFO and province hold second day of talks since December
Several unions have planned walkouts for next week. ...
In Brief: Del Duca takes aim at PC byelection candidate, premier’s office calls attack ‘sexist’
MPPs also promoted #BellLetsTalk, and there will be regular coronavirus updates. ...
Liberal campaigns count on math and strategy to win over delegates
Steven Del Duca is well-positioned to maximize his delegate count, while Coteau and Graham spread their candidates over large areas. ...
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