Ontario seeks to overrule independent energy board on natural gas decision
The decision by the Ontario Energy Board would increase costs for homebuyers by making them pay up front for the connection instead of over 40 years, Todd Smith said.
Politics
Feb 22
Ford defends political appointments to judge selection committee
The appointments are made by Attorney General Doug Downey, and Ford says today that his Progressive Conservative government got elected "to get like-minded people in appointments."
Politics
Feb 23
Ontario prepares for solar eclipse to put pressure on electricity grid
A total solar eclipse in parts of Ontario will reduce the amount of electricity generated when the sun is obscured. Energy officials say they're putting resources on standby.
Politics
Apr 5
Ontario legislature resuming with Bill 124 repeal, politically charged omnibus bill
Ontario's legislature will resume sitting this week with a flurry of activity, from repealing an unconstitutional wage restraint law to enacting a reversal to dissolve Peel Region
Politics
Feb 19
Minister to overrule Ontario Energy Board, says decision will raise cost of new homes
Ontario's energy minister says he will introduce legislation to reverse an Ontario Energy Board decision that would increase costs for new homes heated with natural gas.
Canada
Dec 22, 2023
Ontario Liberals rule out carbon tax if they form government in 2026
While Crombie was initially hesitant to clearly state her position on carbon pricing, her party issued a statement on Monday ruling out a carbon tax.
Canada
Mar 18
Overhaul of Ontario police law set to take effect 5 years after act passed
An overhaul of Ontario's 34-year-old law governing policing in the province is set to take effect next month.
Politics
Mar 13
Report call for major changes to operation of Nova Scotia’s power grid
A new report is recommending major changes to the operation of Nova Scotia’s power grid to modernize and meet the legislated goal of moving off coal by 2030.
Canada
Feb 23
Should school buses have seatbelts? Rollover crash in Ontario prompts new questions
The government is facing calls to take a close look at school bus safety and the potential introduction of seatbelts after a crash in Woodstock, Ont., injured five students.
Education
Mar 6
Pension funds are Canada’s ‘crown jewels.’ Should they invest more at home?
Ottawa says it's looking to encourage Canada's public pension plans to invest more in the country. Some members of the business community support the idea, but pensions push back.
Canada
Mar 15
Rising food insecurity prompts new program to feed 5,600 students in Barrie area
As more families struggle to put food on the table, the Barrie Food Bank has launched a new program to ensure all children can access healthy food at school.
Canada
Feb 13
Caribbean cruise rewards for top workers: Pinnacle of recognition or ‘carbon bomb’?
Bank ‘carbon bomb’ cruises may signal need for mindset shift about employee recognition trips in corporate Canada, to better align corporate values with corporate actions.
Investigations
Feb 7
Enbridge resumes Selwyn Township pipeline project after environmental challenge quashed
An environmental motion prompted Enbridge Gas to halt the $1.7-million project on 8th Line in late November. However, the company will resume construction this week.
Environment
Dec 18, 2023
BWXT Peterborough beryllium emissions pose no health risk: nuclear commission
In the summer of 2023, air quality samples were conducted in the schoolyard of nearby Prince of Wales Public School and at two sites adjacent to the BWXT facility.
Environment
Jan 11
Selwyn Township businesses fear financial hits after Enbridge pipeline project halted
An environmental motion has prompted Enbridge Gas to halt construction on a $1.7M natural gas pipeline project along the 8th Line in Selwyn Township, aiming to serve 87 customers.
Environment
Dec 8, 2023
Four ways life could get pricier in B.C. in 2024, and a handful of ways it might not
From rent to restaurants, here are four ways life is about to get more expensive in 2024 — and a handful of ways that it probably won’t.
Economy
Jan 1
Emissions, inflation and elections: Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe looks ahead at 2024
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe discusses emissions, inflation and an upcoming election in 2024.
Politics
Dec 21, 2023
How tiny shelters in Ontario are looking to fill the gap for those in need of housing
A number of Ontario municipalities have launched or are looking at tiny cabins as a way to transition people with challenges into more permanent housing.
Canada
Dec 8, 2023
Dozens with ties to Iranian regime caught by Canada’s sanctions
Roohollah Firooznam, used to sell security cameras used by the Iranian government, and was supposed to have been deported from Canada. But whether he is still here is a mystery.
Canada
Dec 7, 2023
Alberta uses Sovereignty Act for 1st time. What happens now?
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she’s using the province’s Sovereignty Act for the first time to challenge Ottawa’s requirements to have a net-zero electricity grid by 2035.
Politics
Nov 28, 2023