Shopify plans to add up to 500 new jobs in Waterloo over next couple of years
Shopify says it is also set to open another building in Waterloo by the first quarter of next year to accommodate the workforce growth. Continue reading
Toronto medical marijuana dispensaries owner challenges constitutionality of possession law
The law under which the owner of two medical marijuana dispensaries was charged last year was unconstitutional because a valid program making medicinal pot readily available did not exist at the time, an Ontario court heard on Thursday. Continue reading
Canada’s top judge to speak on ensuring fair access to justice for all
It will be one of Beverley McLachlin’s last public speeches as she gets set to retire in mid-December after 28 years on the Supreme Court of Canada and almost 18 years as chief justice. Continue reading
SIU investigating sexual assault allegations against Waterloo Regional Police Officer
By Matt Carty Reporter
Waterloo Regional Police say the officer has been suspended after an “off-duty matter” in Kitchener. Continue reading
Ontario politicians condemn Quebec law obliging citizens to uncover their faces
Premier Kathleen Wynne says Ontario and Quebec have a very close working relationship, but on this issue they fundamentally disagree. Continue reading
Morneau to provide economic update – but no word on balanced budget yet
Finance Minister Bill Morneau says he will deliver a fall economic update Tuesday to document the recent strong growth in the Canadian economy. Continue reading
College teachers’ strike causes uncertainty amongst international students
By Mark Carcasole Reporter
Students worry that a severely protracted strike could lead to extra costs and legal troubles. Continue reading
Marco Muzzo can apply for temporary absence from prison
By Caryn Lieberman Reporter
Temporary absences may be granted for medical, administrative, community service, family contact, parental responsibility, personal development (rehabilitation), or compassionate reasons, according to Correctional Services Canada. Continue reading
John Kelly tried to keep personal tragedy out of military story, Trump brought it up
Kelly is the most senior U.S. military officer to lose a child in Iraq or Afghanistan. Continue reading
Guelph Hydro begins merger talks with Alectra
By Matt Carty Reporter
Guelph City Council will vote on the merge between Guelph Hydro and Alectra at a public meeting in December. Continue reading
Ontario should raise age to buy cigarettes, tax them higher: report
The report suggests ways to reduce the percentage of Ontarians who smoke from 17 per cent to less than five per cent by 2035 – a target identified by the federal government. Continue reading
Is your significant other too ‘busy’ for you? Here’s what you can do
If your partner is suddenly too busy to spend time with you, it could be a bigger problem in the relationship. Continue reading
Ontario attorney general says Quebec’s religious neutrality law violates charter rights
Attorney general Yasir Naqvi says governments must respect a person’s right to express themselves and their religion. Continue reading
2 men and a girl, 15, charged in Peterborough human trafficking probe
Peterborough police say they rescued two 15-year-olds who were being exploited in the sex trade. Continue reading
CIA fires bomb-sniffing puppy, who just didn’t care for the job
Lulu’s departure from the prestigious job was announced in a “Pupdate” by the agency Wednesday. Continue reading
Seniors have sex – and the STI rates to prove it
Since the early 2000s, the number of cases of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea have increased significantly among seniors. Continue reading
Radio host takes pay cut so his female co-host can be paid as much as he is
Dave Hughes insisted on taking a pay cut so that he and Kate Langbroek would be paid the same. Continue reading
Shocking verbal tirade against Vancouver police officer posted online
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
A shocking verbal tirade against a Vancouver police officer was posting online recently and is now making the rounds on social media. Continue reading
Justin Trudeau delivers emotional, tearful tribute to Gord Downie
Justin Trudeau and the late Gord Downie shared a close, emotional friendship. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Nobody is surprised Quebec is going after the niqab yet again
While the text of Bill 62 does not explicitly refer to the burka or niqab, it is obvious that Muslim women who wear either will be disproportionately affected. Continue reading
Shopify plans to add up to 500 new jobs in Waterloo over next couple of years
Shopify says it is also set to open another building in Waterloo by the first quarter of next year to accommodate the workforce growth. Continue reading
Toronto medical marijuana dispensaries owner challenges constitutionality of possession law
The law under which the owner of two medical marijuana dispensaries was charged last year was unconstitutional because a valid program making medicinal pot readily available did not exist at the time, an Ontario court heard on Thursday. Continue reading
SIU investigating sexual assault allegations against Waterloo Regional Police Officer
By Matt Carty Reporter
Waterloo Regional Police say the officer has been suspended after an “off-duty matter” in Kitchener. Continue reading
Ontario politicians condemn Quebec law obliging citizens to uncover their faces
Premier Kathleen Wynne says Ontario and Quebec have a very close working relationship, but on this issue they fundamentally disagree. Continue reading
College teachers’ strike causes uncertainty amongst international students
By Mark Carcasole Reporter
Students worry that a severely protracted strike could lead to extra costs and legal troubles. Continue reading
Marco Muzzo can apply for temporary absence from prison
By Caryn Lieberman Reporter
Temporary absences may be granted for medical, administrative, community service, family contact, parental responsibility, personal development (rehabilitation), or compassionate reasons, according to Correctional Services Canada. Continue reading
Guelph Hydro begins merger talks with Alectra
By Matt Carty Reporter
Guelph City Council will vote on the merge between Guelph Hydro and Alectra at a public meeting in December. Continue reading
Ontario should raise age to buy cigarettes, tax them higher: report
The report suggests ways to reduce the percentage of Ontarians who smoke from 17 per cent to less than five per cent by 2035 – a target identified by the federal government. Continue reading
Ontario attorney general says Quebec’s religious neutrality law violates charter rights
Attorney general Yasir Naqvi says governments must respect a person’s right to express themselves and their religion. Continue reading
2 men and a girl, 15, charged in Peterborough human trafficking probe
Peterborough police say they rescued two 15-year-olds who were being exploited in the sex trade. Continue reading
Elevator companies warn Ontario bill could have ‘dire consequences’ if enacted
Canada’s major elevator companies, which have come under scrutiny for breakdowns and delayed repairs, are warning that proposed Ontario legislation aimed at enhancing reliability of the devices in the country’s largest market could have dire consequences if enacted. Continue reading
Guelph-Wellington Basketeers looking for baskets this holiday season
By Matt Carty Reporter
Laundry hampers can be filled with basic household needs and dropped off on Nov. 18 at the Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis Centre in Guelph. Continue reading
NDP, Green Party slam feds over ignored health concerns in Sarnia’s Chemical Valley
“This should be a wake-up call,” said Federal NDP environment critic Linda Duncan. Continue reading
Ministry of Health to discuss report on how to modernize Ontario’s ‘smoke-free’ strategy
The report, created by the Executive Steering Committee (ESC) — established by Ontario’s Health Minister Eric Hoskins in spring 2017 — outlines a comprehensive 10-year smoke-free Ontario strategy. Continue reading
Ontario college strike temporarily halts apprenticeship programs
By Shallima Maharaj Digital Broadcast Journalist
Apprentices are voicing their concern over the strike that prompted faculty at 24 Ontario colleges to hit the picket lines. There is concern they could lose the semester if the job action persists. Continue reading
Customers could pay steep price for Ontario’s hydro plan, auditor warns
Ontario’s Auditor General warns electricity customers could face much higher electricity costs as a result of government’s Fair Hydro Plan. Continue reading
Arts community mourning death of Mi’kmaq playwright, composer Cathy Elliott
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
Cathy Elliott, who was a member of the Sipekne’katik First Nation in Nova Scotia, performed on stages and collaborated in productions from coast to coast for 35 years. Continue reading
Guelph health officials bracing for nasty flu season
By Matt Carty Reporter
The upcoming flu season is expected to be a nasty one compared to previous years and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health says they are preparing for the worst. Continue reading
Ontario government ignored public safety concerns in ‘Chemical Valley,’ ‘muzzled’ engineers: document
“Senior management have met regularly with industry representatives and ignored related concerns from the Amjiwnaang First Nation,” Ontario engineers claim in a leaked report. Continue reading
$6M lotto legal battle: Ontario man moves out without telling girlfriend they won 6/49 jackpot
A $6.1 million lottery ticket is in legal limbo after an Ontario couple split. Here is how you can protect yourself if you’re in a similar situation. Continue reading
Family of woman declared brain dead asks court for more time to conduct tests
A Toronto-area family is asking for more time to conduct medical tests on a 27-year-old woman who was declared brain dead last month. Continue reading
Man wanted by the OPP for operating a stolen vehicle
By Leanne Wood-Hulme Anchor
Suspect seen pumping gas into stolen vehicle in Arthur, Ont. Wellington County OPP are looking for help in identifying this man. Continue reading
Guelph businesses targeted in phone scam
By Matt Carty Reporter
Guelph Hydro customers reported receiving a call from someone threatening to cut off their power if an overdue account wasn’t paid. Continue reading
Canadian dodgeball team eyes gold at world championships in Markham, Ont.
The sport is a mix of power and deception combined with agility, defence and co-ordination. Continue reading
Ontario government obscuring true cost of hydro bill cuts: Auditor general
The government says it doesn’t agree with the AGs conclusions, saying their financing structure is indeed in compliance with accounting standards. Continue reading
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