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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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Ford government’s Bill 7 goes before Ontario Superior CourtThe Ford government’s Bill 7 legislation is now before the Ontario Superior Court, and healthcare advocates argue it infringes on patient’s rights.Sep 23
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Ford government eyes new law that could ban some future bike lanesThe Ontario government is mulling legislation that could choke the ability of towns and cities to build new bike lanes. As Global News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Colin D’Mello reports, the issue can be traced to one street in Etobicoke.Global News at 5 & 6Sep 20
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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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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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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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Ontario sports minister, former CFL player to donate brain to concussion researchOntario sports minister Neil Lumsden will donate his brain to concussion research. The announcement is part of Lumsden’s continued advocacy for comprehensive brain injury legislation at all governmental levels. Caryn Lieberman reports.Global News at 5 & 6Sep 18
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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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Politicians worry about repeat offenders in Ontario but disagree over the solutionOntario’s associate minister of auto theft and bail reform is focusing on scanners from the federal government as part of his government’s crackdown. The Ontario NDP says it wants to see meaningful financial investment.Sep 20
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Sarkaria questioned about Global News report on legislation to restrict bike lanesOntario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria declined to answer directly on Friday when asked about a Global News report that the Ford government is working on legislation restricting bike lanes on city streets. Sarkaria said the government is “looking at ways to reduce gridlock,” but avoided directly answering questions on the topic.CanadaSep 20
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‘Disgraceful’ school trip to Toronto protest needs to be investigated, Ontario Premier Ford saysOntario Premier Doug Ford has called a Toronto field trip that saw students involved with a downtown protest “disgraceful” and called for an urgent investigation, claiming his government will be “all over it.” The Toronto District School Board has been under growing pressure after a field trip that saw students head to a day of...CanadaSep 23
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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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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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‘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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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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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