Ontario News
Doug Ford’s handling of the pandemic draws praise from friends and foes
TORONTO — No aspect of Canadian life has been left untouched by the COVID-19 pandemic, including politics, and pundits agree the premier of Ontario is...
Southlake opens Assessment Centre for COVID-19
By Mike Anderson
Southlake Regional Health Centre has opened an Assessment Centre for patients advised by a doctor to be tested for COVID-19.
The Assessment...
Ontario reports four new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus
TORONTO — Ontario health officials announced four more cases of the new coronavirus in the province on Sunday, bringing the total diagnoses in Canada...
3M, U.S. reach agreement that allows mask exports to Canada
TORONTO — Manufacturing giant 3M said Monday it has an agreement with the Trump administration that will allow the company to continue to export...
At least two people dead, more than 300,000 without power after storm hits Ontario
The first long weekend of the summer season began in tragic fashion in Ontario on Saturday after a powerful storm killed at least three...
More than 300 charges laid in multi-province human trafficking investigation: YRP
The arrests of more than 30 people have dealt a serious blow to an alleged human trafficking ring that is believed to have victimized...
Ontario unveils broad outline for reopening economy in three stages
TORONTO — Ontario says its plan to ease restrictions introduced because of the COVID-19 pandemic will happen in three stages, though the steps unveiled...
Rest of Ontario enters Stage 2 on Friday except Toronto, Peel and Windsor-Essex
TORONTO — All regions of Ontario except for Toronto, Peel and Windsor-Essex will be in Stage 2 of the province's phased reopening plan as...
Ontario reports 151 new cases of COVID-19 as premier looks at limiting gatherings
TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford says he’s looking to reduce the maximum number of people allowed to gather to five as the province deals...
Ontario government plans bill to help workers affected by COVID-19 pandemic
TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford’s office says the government is drafting legislation that would remove employers’ ability to require sick notes for people in...
