Province Recognizes Senior Achievement Awards Recipients The Ontario government is celebrating the accomplishments of 20 outstanding seniors for their contributions to their communities and to the province at the 2023 Ontario Senior Achievement Award. “I am delighted to help present the Ontario Senior Achievement Awards to a remarkable group of […]
Ontario News
Ontario Keeping Electricity Costs Down for Families
Expansion of Ontario Electricity Support Program launches March 1, 2024 The Ontario government is keeping electricity costs down for about 100,000 additional families by expanding the eligibility for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP). New income eligibility thresholds, which have increased by up to 35 per cent, take effect today. “Our government […]
Municipal, Provincial Policies Impede New Home Construction In Ontario
Despite progress by various municipalities and the provincial government, significant impediments to homebuilding remain in Ontario, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The high cost of housing remains a major concern for Ontarians, and government barriers, both municipal and […]
Seniors Community Grant Program Applications Now Open
Community organizations can apply for funding for initiatives benefiting Ontarians aged 55+ Applications are now open for the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program. The seniors grants support local, not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver programs and learning opportunities for Ontarians aged 55+. Every year, the Ontario government provides hundreds […]
Ontario Introducing Mandatory Black History Learning
As the province celebrates Black History Month, the Ontario government is introducing new mandatory learning in Grades 7, 8 and 10 history on the exceptional contributions and history of Black Canadians who helped build Canada. For the first time, starting in September 2025, Grades 7, 8 and 10 history classes […]
Leamington Farm Operator Fined $70,000 After Worker Injured
An Ontario Court Bulletin published this week has confirmed the conviction of Leamington- based Amco Farms Inc. for an offence dating back to 2022. The company which grows, packages and ships produce, was convicted on January 29 2024 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. On April 25, 2022, a […]
Ontario Waiving Fees for Vital Services for Indigenous Communities
Ontario Making it Easier and More Affordable for Indigenous Communities to Access Vital Government Services The Ontario government is providing financial relief for Indigenous peoples and communities by permanently waiving fees for death records and delayed registration of death for children who attended Indian Residential Schools. The province is also […]
Ontario Helping Municipalities Manage Risks From Old Oil and Gas Wells
Province investing $7.5 million to help communities enhance emergency preparedness The Ontario government is investing $7.5 million over three years to help keep municipalities safe from the risks associated with old and inactive oil and gas wells. The funding will be used by municipalities to enhance emergency preparedness within their […]
Ontario Launches New Long-Term Care Home Investigations Unit
New investigations team will strengthen oversight and resident safety The Ontario government has created a new Investigations Unit to ensure every long-term care resident lives with dignity and experiences the quality of care they deserve. Supported by an investment of $72.3 million, the new 10-person unit will be an effective […]
Ontario Helping More Students Kick-Start Careers in the Trades
Province investing record amount in key programs to prepare young people for in-demand jobs The Ontario government is investing over $62.9 million in two of the province’s foundational skilled trades programs to help more than 18,000 young people explore and prepare for life-long careers in a growing industry. The record […]