An inquest will be held into the death of Colin Pyne, a 26-year-old man who died while in custody at the Central North Correctional Centre in Penetanguishene, the Ministry of the Solicitor General announced Wednesday. The decision was confirmed by Dr. Kenneth Peckham, Regional Supervising Coroner for the West Region, Central Office, who said the inquest is required under Ontario law. Mr. Pyne died on Aug. 17, 2021, while incarcerated at the provincially operated correctional facility. Under the Coroners Act, deaths that occur in custody must be examined through a public inquest. The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Mr.…
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Ontario’s Office of the Chief Coroner has scheduled a single inquest to examine the deaths of five men who died while in custody or after being transferred to hospital from Collins Bay Institution in Kingston, a development that underscores ongoing scrutiny of correctional health care and institutional oversight in the province. Dr. Armita Rahmani, Regional Supervising Coroner for the East Region at the Kingston Office, announced that the inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026. The proceedings will be led by presiding officer Bonnie Goldberg, with Kristin Smith and Erin Winocur serving as inquest counsel. The…
Prince Albert, SK — A longstanding community organization is leaving a permanent mark on one of Prince Albert’s most significant recent recreational investments, following a major sponsorship that underscores the role of local philanthropy in civic infrastructure. The City of Prince Albert announced that the Prince Albert Elks Club has contributed $130,000 toward the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre, earning naming recognition for the facility’s whirlpool. The sponsorship formally designates the amenity in honour of the Elks Club, reflecting nearly a century of service and volunteerism in the community. City officials say the contribution represents more than a naming opportunity.…
Ontario is reshaping its approach to international student admissions as it responds to another round of federal reductions in study permits, signalling a sharper focus on labour market alignment and workforce development through 2026. The province announced Tuesday that it will continue allocating Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs) primarily to postsecondary programs tied to in-demand occupations, following Ottawa’s decision to further limit the number of international students permitted to study in Canada next year. The move marks the third consecutive year Ontario’s allocation has been reduced, intensifying pressure on colleges and universities that rely heavily on international enrolment. “Now more than…
The Ontario government has formally thrown its support behind Toronto’s bid to become the headquarters of the newly established Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB), positioning the city as Canada’s preferred home for a multilateral financial institution aimed at strengthening defence and security capacity among allied nations. The announcement, made Tuesday in Toronto, brought together representatives from the provincial government, the City of Toronto, federal MPs and a broad coalition of supporters from the financial services, technology, defence, manufacturing and academic sectors. Backers argue that Toronto’s scale as a global financial hub, combined with its deep talent pool and international…
The Ontario government is advancing plans to build a new roundabout at the intersection of Highway 62 and County Road 1 in Prince Edward County, a project aimed at improving road safety while supporting job creation and economic stability during a period of global uncertainty. Announced by the Ministry of Transportation, the initiative forms part of the province’s broader $30-billion investment in highway infrastructure. Provincial officials say the new intersection will address long-standing safety concerns at a busy regional junction, while also contributing to economic resilience amid pressures such as U.S. tariffs and shifting global markets. “Our government is investing…
Lehner Electric Ltd. has committed $75,000 to support the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre (LCCLC), securing naming rights recognition within the City of Prince Albert’s largest recreational facility and reinforcing the company’s long-standing ties to the local community. The sponsorship, announced by the City of Prince Albert, will see the Lehner Electric name prominently displayed beneath the scorekeepers’ boxes in both Arena 1 and Arena 2 at the LCCLC. City officials say the recognition reflects not only the financial contribution, but also the company’s sustained involvement in Prince Albert’s growth and development. Lehner Electric has operated as a locally based…
The City of Prince Albert is advising residents and local businesses to plan ahead as municipal facilities shift to adjusted operating hours during the upcoming holiday season, including early closures at City Hall on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. In a public notice, the City outlined changes designed to accommodate holiday staffing schedules while maintaining essential services for the community. City Hall will close earlier than normal on two dates in late December, affecting in-person services and phone inquiries for some departments. “Holiday Hours for City Facilities” are in effect as City Hall closes early on Tuesday, December 24,…
Ontario’s government is moving to accelerate major job-creating projects with a new regulation that will govern how Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are designated across the province, a step it says is critical to strengthening economic resilience amid global trade uncertainty. The regulation, which comes into force Jan. 1, 2026, establishes criteria for designating Special Economic Zones, trusted proponents and priority projects under the Special Economic Zones Act, 2025. The framework is designed to shorten approval timelines for projects deemed strategically important to Ontario’s economic security, while maintaining environmental safeguards and the Crown’s duty to consult Indigenous communities . The Ministry…
Sportway Media Group is entering the North American market through a strategic partnership with The Hockey News, bringing its artificial intelligence–driven hockey production technology to Canada and the United States and launching a new digital broadcast platform, TheHockeyNews.TV. Announced Tuesday, the agreement pairs Stockholm-based Sportway with one of the most recognized brands in global hockey media. The new North American operation will be headquartered in Brantford, Ont., placing Sportway in the center of one of the world’s most hockey-intensive regions and signaling a significant step in the company’s international growth strategy. “North America is a massive opportunity, and partnering with…