Vaughan — The Ontario government is investing $10 million to fund the next phase of development at Vaughan’s North Maple Regional Park, positioning the site as a year-round destination for sports, culture, and recreation. The announcement, made Thursday by the Ministry of Sport, is part of the province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), which supports local facilities while driving job creation and economic growth. The funding will go toward a new 15-acre Family Recreation Area featuring a four-season nature playground, splash pads, a skate trail, picnic pavilion, boardwalk, and additional parking. Once complete, the park will…
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Toronto — The Ontario government is making its largest-ever investment in public education, pledging $30.3 billion for the 2025–26 school year. The record funding, announced Thursday by the Ministry of Education, comes as more than two million students prepare to return to classrooms next week. The government says the funding is aimed at delivering high-quality education while emphasizing a “back-to-basics” strategy that prioritizes reading, writing, math, and practical skills. At the same time, the province is opening 41 new and expanded schools this fall — the largest single-year addition in Ontario’s history. “Our goal is clear: To provide students with…
Toronto – An internationally acclaimed storytelling event is set to take the stage in Toronto next month, as the Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) presents The Moth Mainstage for a single evening of live storytelling at Koerner Hall. The event, scheduled for Thursday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m., will bring together a lineup of storytellers from Canada and abroad to share true, personal tales in what organizers describe as an evening of “bold, funny, and heartfelt” narratives. Tickets start at $58. A Celebrated Global Storytelling Phenomenon Founded in New York in 1997, The Moth has grown from a small…
Caledon, ON — The Ontario government has officially launched construction on Highway 413, awarding the first two contracts in a multibillion-dollar infrastructure project billed as critical to easing congestion and driving economic growth across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The new highway will connect York, Peel and Halton regions, stretching from the Highway 401/407 interchange near Mississauga, Milton and Halton Hills to Highway 400 in Vaughan, with extensions planned to Highways 410 and 427. Officials say the project will cut daily commutes by up to 30 minutes, support more than 6,000 jobs annually during construction, and contribute over $1 billion…
DUBLIN – The White Rose of Peace Walk, an international event dedicated to unity and reconciliation, will return for its fourth edition on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Organizers are inviting people from across the globe to join the initiative by walking in their own communities, carrying a white rose as a symbol of peace. Event in Dublin’s Phoenix Park The centrepiece of this year’s event will take place at the Papal Cross in Dublin’s Phoenix Park, beginning at 2 p.m. Attendees will gather for an afternoon of reflection and cultural exchange. The programme includes the release of doves of peace,…
Toronto —Ontario is expanding its publicly funded Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) immunization program to cover everyone aged 75 and older, a move the government says will help protect vulnerable seniors and ease pressure on the province’s health-care system during the upcoming respiratory illness season. Deputy Premier and Minister of Health Sylvia Jones announced the expansion on Wednesday, describing it as a proactive measure to reduce hospitalizations among older adults. “Our government is ensuring the most vulnerable have access to the tools they need to protect themselves and their family during respiratory illness season,” said Jones. “We’re once again expanding RSV…
Mississauga — Ontario is committing more than $23 million to help over 4,200 people in Mississauga and surrounding communities gain skills for jobs in construction, health care, aerospace, transportation, manufacturing and the skilled trades. The investment, announced Wednesday by Premier Doug Ford, comes through the province’s Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream and is aimed at protecting Ontario workers from the economic impact of U.S. tariffs. “With President Trump’s tariffs taking direct aim at our economy and workers, we are investing record amounts to protect Ontario workers and keep them on the job,” said Premier Doug Ford. “The investments we…
Toronto — Ontario is investing more than $10 million to bolster the province’s arts and culture sector, providing funding to 226 organizations and artists through the Ontario Arts Council (OAC). The funding aims to support creative projects, foster Canadian identity, and stimulate local economies. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming announced the initiative Wednesday, describing the investment as both a cultural and economic driver for communities across the province. “Whether it’s helping artists and organizations achieve their visions, reach wider audiences or cultivate meaningful connection through creative projects, Ontario’s arts and culture sector plays a vital role in building…
Cambridge, Ont. — The Cambridge Fire Department (CFD) is inviting residents to get an inside look at the work of local firefighters during its annual Open House on Saturday, Sept. 13, at Station 1, 1625 Bishop Street North. Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the event offers families and community members the chance to meet fire personnel, tour emergency vehicles, and take part in activities designed to raise awareness of fire safety. The open house will feature junior firefighter games, a live fire demonstration, and opportunities to connect with community partners. A barbecue will also be available, with proceeds…
Thunder Bay, Ont. — The Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General has announced that an inquest will be held next month into the death of 64-year-old Edouard Gallant, a miner who suffered fatal injuries at a Thunder Bay work site in 2020. Dr. Kevin Miller, Regional Supervising Coroner for the North Region’s Thunder Bay Office, confirmed Tuesday that the inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025. Dr. Jennifer Tang will serve as presiding officer, with counsel Jai Dhar overseeing proceedings. A Mandatory Inquest Gallant died on May 27, 2020, after sustaining injuries while working at a…