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Ontario government ignored expert advice to slow alcohol expansionThe Ontario government polled addiction, health and safety advocates about its alcohol expansion plan in early 2023. They unanimously told the province to go slowly. As Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports, the government did the opposite.Global News at 5 & 6Aug 12
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Ontario government ordered, then replaced Highway 413 signsThrough a series of emails obtained using freedom of information laws, Global News has learned the signs were initially rushed, then re-designed and re-printed because the premier’s office felt the visuals needed to be larger. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.Jul 17
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Ontario town calls for provincial help after viral poop postThe Town of Wasaga’s mayor is calling for assistance from the Ontario government following a viral post on social media. It alleges people are defecating on the famous beach. The mayor says there’s no evidence of ‘unsanitary behaviour.’ Shallima Maharaj has the story.CanadaAug 6
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Ontario government changes will allow The Beer Store to sell lotto ticketsThe Beer Store will soon be able to sell lottery tickets as alcohol sales in Ontario change. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.CanadaJun 12
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Hearing to halt Ford government’s Ontario Place redevelopment loomsThe subject of redevelopment at Ontario Place will be heard in court Friday, after advocates filed a challenge to stop the Ford government’s project. Construction at the site was halted last Thursday to prevent any further demolition until the case is heard.CanadaJul 19
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Build and Soar program matches Peterborough area students with construction, aviation employersFinding trained workers remains a top challenge for local trades employers. The Ontario government believes its taking a step in the right direction funding a new program targeting students before they graduate and are considering careers in construction and aviation. Robert Lothian explains.EconomyJul 16
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Government defends Ontario Science Centre shutdownThe Ontario government is defending its decision to close the Ontario Science Centre at Don Mills and Eglinton permanently. The decision follows an engineering report documenting the need to repair portions of the buildings within months. As Sean O’Shea reports, opponents of the closure and proposed relocation say the shutdown was a political tactic.ScienceJun 24
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Ford government sets sights on Fall to finish Bill 124 repaymentsThe Ontario government is hoping to have one of its most expensive reversals behind it by the fall by wrapping up Bill 124 back pay negotiations. Unions, however, say the process is not as simple as the province hopes. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.Jul 3
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Government announces sudden closure of Ontario Science CentreWith just hours to go on Friday, the government announced it was closing the Ontario Science Centre permanently. Mark Carcasole explains the snap decision.CanadaJun 21
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Cellphone ban now in effect in Ontario schoolsToday is the first day of school for many Ontario students, and the storyline this year is the provincial government’s crackdown on cellphone usage in the classroom. Jay Olson from the University of Toronto joins Candace Daniel for more on the impacts of the ban on students, parents and teachers.LifestyleSep 3
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Ontario food banks ‘cannot keep up’ as usage reaches 8-year highOntario food banks “cannot keep up” as usage has reached an eight-year high, a new report reveals. Advocates are calling for action from the Ford government. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.Global News at 5 & 6Sep 10
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‘Stop being a bunch of bleeding hearts’: Ford slams Ottawa over bail lawsOntario Premier Doug Ford slammed the federal government over bail laws when it comes to repeat offenders. “We need the federal government to change the Criminal Code once and for all, and stop being a bunch of bleeding hearts,” Ford said at an unrelated news conference on Tuesday morning. “Because people are fed up with...CanadaSep 3
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Global National: Sept. 5NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh had fighting words against both the Conservatives and Liberals after ending his party’s supply and confidence deal with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government — but it remains unclear if Singh will try to force an early election. Why the party may not be eager for such a move anytime soon, and...Global NationalSep 5
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How new hubs will replace supervised consumption sites in OntarioThe Ford government plans to open 19 new HART hubs in Ontario before supervised consumption sites close. Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports.Global News at 5 & 6Aug 27
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‘No one party has to have the answers’ to local harassment, advocate saysEmily McIntosh, the founder of The Women of Ontario Say No, is pushing for urgent action from the Ford government to tackle misbehaving councillors. She told Global News she understood some of the government’s concerns but that there is no excuse for continued inaction.Global News at 5 & 6Aug 22
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Disability advocates concerned by billion dollar Toronto courthouseA new courthouse in Toronto was branded Ontario’s most accessible by the government. But disability advocates are concerned it is plagued with problems. Isaac Callan reports.HealthAug 20
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Ontario supervised consumption site surprised by order to closeA downtown Toronto supervised consumption site will have to close before April next after falling foul of new provincial rules. The group running it says they weren’t consulted by the provincial government and are inviting Ontario Premier Doug Ford for a visit to see what they do. Isaac Callan reports.HealthAug 23
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How Ontario’s harm reduction strategy changes could impact B.C.Advocates for drug users in British Columbia are closely watching what is going on in Ontario. Premier Doug Ford’s Conservative government has announced it is closing 10 consumption and overdose prevention sites. And as Richard Zussman reports, some are wondering if that will happen here.Global News Hour at 6 BCAug 21
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Global News at 5:30 Toronto: August 21, 2024Shocking charges in connection with the GTA’s deadly tow truck turf war two young teens accused of murder. Angry homeowners speaking out tonight as Metrolinx plans to expropriate more properties for the Ontario Line. And, the Premier has strong words for the federal government when it comes to safe injection sites.Global News at 5 & 6Aug 21
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Trudeau government is Canada’s ‘biggest drug dealer’ for supporting safe injection sites: FordDuring a press conference in St. Catharines on Wednesday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford reiterating his position on safe injection sites in Canada, calling them “the worst thing that could ever happen to the community.” Ford later pointed his finger at the federal government, calling it the “biggest drug dealer in the entire country” by supporting...CanadaAug 21