Author: Sophie Mitchell

Province backs 34 research projects aimed at improving farm resilience, innovation and food production Funding through Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance targets modern farming solutions and market competitiveness The Ontario government is investing up to $7 million to support 34 research projects designed to strengthen the province’s agri-food sector and help farmers and food processors remain competitive in global markets. Announced Monday by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, the funding will flow through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance and support projects focused on turning research into practical, market-ready solutions for the agriculture industry. The province said the investment…

Province Recognizes Extraordinary Courage of Front-Line Emergency Responders TORONTO — The Ontario government has honoured five paramedics from across the province with the 2026 Ontario Medal for Paramedic Bravery, recognizing acts of exceptional courage carried out in dangerous and life-threatening situations. The awards were presented during a ceremony held at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, where the Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, and Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, recognized the recipients for actions that went beyond the normal expectations of emergency medical service. The Ontario Medal for Paramedic Bravery is awarded to paramedics who…

Fraser Health cites physician staffing challenges behind overnight closure Fraser Health has announced a temporary interruption of emergency services at Mission Memorial Hospital due to ongoing physician staffing shortages, affecting residents in Mission and surrounding communities. The interruption began Monday, May 25 at 5:00 p.m. and is scheduled to continue until Tuesday, May 26 at 8:00 a.m. Fraser Health said the decision was made to ensure that patients already receiving treatment in the emergency department could still be seen by a physician before the end of scheduled shifts at 11:00 p.m. The temporary closure applies only to the hospital’s Emergency…

New proposed law would expand police powers, strengthen victim protections and tighten oversight across multiple sectors The Government of Ontario has introduced a wide-ranging public safety bill aimed at strengthening law enforcement powers, supporting victims of crime and addressing illegal activity across the province. The proposed legislation, titled the Protecting Ontario’s Streets and Communities Act, 2026, was tabled on May 25 by the Ministry of the Solicitor General. The bill includes measures targeting illegal drug production, human trafficking, transit safety, tow truck operations and restraining order enforcement, while also introducing new rules affecting correctional institutions, police record checks and government…

Province Says Revitalized Waterfront Destination Will Create Thousands of Jobs and Welcome Millions of Visitors The Ontario government has officially broken ground on a new Ontario Science Centre at Ontario Place, marking a major milestone in the province’s broader redevelopment plan for Toronto’s waterfront entertainment and tourism district. The new facility, expected to open in 2029, will replace the former Don Mills location with a 400,000-square-foot science and education complex featuring expanded exhibition space, modernized attractions, and upgraded visitor amenities. Provincial officials say the project is designed to position Ontario Place as a year-round destination for tourism, science education, entertainment,…

Free Harbourfront Event Brings Together Indigenous Artists, Teachings, Film and Live Music Toronto’s Luminato Festival Toronto will host a full day of Indigenous-led programming on June 6, 2026, with The Power of the Land, a large-scale collaboration featuring live performances, cultural teachings, visual art, and an award-winning feature film at Harbourfront Centre. The free public event will bring together First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists from across Canada alongside the internationally recognized ensemble Sultans of String and its Walking Through The Fire project. The initiative was created in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s 94 Calls to…

Canadian Blues Veteran Releases Deeply Personal 13-Track Record Canadian blues musician Danny Marks has released a new album, Back to the Blues, marking a significant return to the genre that shaped his decades-long career in Canadian music. Released across major streaming platforms, the 13-track record blends traditional blues storytelling with autobiographical themes, reflecting more than 50 years of performance, recording, and collaboration in Canada’s blues and roots scene. The Toronto-based artist describes the album as both a reflection on his musical journey and a reaffirmation of the genre that first defined him. “The inspiration for ‘Back to the Blues’ is…

Advocacy Group Calls for Long-Term Research Strategy and New Measures to Combat Online Disinformation OTTAWA — Evidence for Democracy (E4D) is calling on the federal government to make significant new investments in Canada’s science and research ecosystem while strengthening democratic institutions, arguing that sustained support is essential to the country’s economic resilience and public trust. In its latest pre-budget submission to Ottawa, the non-partisan advocacy organization outlined six recommendations aimed at reinforcing Canada’s research capacity, improving policy development, and protecting Canadians from online disinformation and foreign interference. The submission comes as the federal government faces increasing pressure from academic institutions,…

Expansion Expected to Create 200 Jobs and Strengthen Ontario’s Steel Supply Chain The Ontario government is backing a major new investment in Northern Ontario’s steel industry as Tenaris commits $306 million to modernize and expand its operations in Sault Ste. Marie, a move expected to create up to 200 new jobs and strengthen Canada’s domestic manufacturing capacity. The announcement, made Thursday by the Premier’s Office, comes as governments and manufacturers continue responding to growing trade uncertainty and U.S. tariffs affecting the North American steel sector. Tenaris, a global producer of steel pipe products for the energy industry, currently employs approximately…

Prequel Expands The Boys Franchise With Return of Jensen Ackles and Aya Cash Prime Video has released the first official teaser for Vought Rising, a new prequel series set in the universe of the global hit franchise The Boys, as the streaming platform continues to expand one of its most successful original properties. The company unveiled the teaser on Thursday, offering audiences an early look at the upcoming series, which is scheduled to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in 2027. The production marks the latest addition to The Boys franchise, which has become one of the platform’s flagship entertainment brands…