Ontario looks to allow permanent cannabis delivery, pickup for private stores
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Ontario wants to permanently give private cannabis retailers the option of offering delivery and curbside pickup.
The proposal is part of a...
Phasing out gas generation by 2030 would lead to blackouts, higher bills: IESO
TORONTO — Phasing out natural gas generation by 2030 would result in rotating blackouts and higher electricity bills, Ontario's electricity system operator said in...
Open House at ClearWater Farm attracts hundreds of visitors
By Mike Anderson
A lovely fall day provided the perfect backdrop for ClearWater Farm's Open House on Saturday, October 2.
About 500 people, many of who...
Ontario willing to discuss optometrist costs, but won’t write blank cheque: minister
TORONTO — Ontario is willing to discuss optometrists' operating costs, but won't write them a "blank cheque," the health minister said Wednesday ahead of...
Some Ontario health units tighten immunization rules for indoor youth sports
Ontario health units are starting to take a harder line than the province on COVID-19 vaccination rules for youth sports, but some operators say...
ID a challenge for youth, businesses under Ontario’s vaccine proof policy
TORONTO — When it comes to teens eating out with friends or catching a movie at the local cinema, identification cards are not typically...
Alliance Homes set to begin construction at Hedge Road Landing development
By Mike Anderson
Alliance Homes says it will soon begin construction on Hedge Road Landing, its highly anticipated but long-delayed 320-unit housing development near Jackson's...
Georgina Community Food Pantry sees rise in first-time clients
By Michelle Poirier
The Georgina Community Food Pantry is headed into its busiest season from October through December and is facing an increase in new...
Ontario announces rapid testing for schools in areas with high COVID-19 transmission
TORONTO — Ontario is rolling out a rapid COVID-19 testing program for schools in areas of the province with high transmission.
The chief medical officer...
Study: non-melanoma skin cancer rates rose 30 per cent in Ontario from 2003 to...
TORONTO — A study by Toronto researchers says the prevalence of non-melanoma skin cancer is on the rise in Ontario, climbing by 30 per...
