CAMBRIDGE, ON — The City of Cambridge has announced that its upcoming Council Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, will now be held virtually. The move comes after an incident earlier today at City Hall involving a disruptive member of the public, prompting officials to take precautions to safeguard the meeting process and ensure an orderly environment for participants. In a statement released Monday, the City emphasized that the meeting will proceed at its originally scheduled time of 6:30 p.m. but will be broadcast live on the municipality’s official YouTube channel. “The City of Cambridge is advising residents that the…
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TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford extended greetings to Jewish communities across the province and beyond on Monday, marking the start of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. In a statement issued by the Premier’s Office, Ford highlighted both the spiritual significance of the holiday and the contributions of Ontario’s Jewish population, while emphasizing the province’s commitment to confronting antisemitism. “At sundown tonight, Jewish communities across Ontario and around the world will gather to welcome Rosh Hashanah, the beginning of the Jewish New Year and the start of the High Holy Days,” Ford said. The Premier’s message comes as Jewish communities…
OTTAWA — September 22, 2025 — Ontario has struck a landmark clean energy agreement with the United Kingdom that positions the province at the forefront of global fusion innovation while strengthening its nuclear export economy. At the International Tritium Conference in Ottawa on Monday, Energy and Mines Minister Stephen Lecce announced that Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) Group. The agreement paves the way for Ontario to supply tritium — a vital fuel for nuclear fusion — to support the UK’s cutting-edge research and energy development projects.…
TORONTO — Indigenous hip-hop powerhouse Snotty Nose Rez Kids will headline the Tkaronto Music Festival (TKMF) this fall, with a special one-night performance alongside acclaimed Mohawk singer-songwriter Logan Staats. The concert, set for Saturday, November 8, 2025, at TD Music Hall, is presented in partnership with Massey Hall and promises to be a highlight of Toronto’s cultural calendar. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 26, at 10 a.m. ET through tdmusichall.com and the box office at 416-872-4255. A Celebration of Indigenous Music The festival, which has built a reputation as one of Canada’s premiere platforms for Indigenous talent, is making…
OTTAWA — September 22, 2025 — The Ontario government is investing more than $8.7 million to train over 1,500 people in Ottawa and eastern Ontario for jobs in high-demand sectors, a move the province says will protect workers and businesses against economic pressures created by U.S. tariffs. Premier Doug Ford announced the funding Monday at UA Local 71 in Ottawa, emphasizing that the investment through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) will help workers access stable, well-paying jobs while preparing the region for economic uncertainty. “In the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty, we’re making sure workers in Ottawa and eastern…
TORONTO — Roy Thomson Hall has announced that legendary composer and songwriter Alan Menken will headline a special one-night concert in Toronto next spring, performing many of his best-known works while sharing stories from his decades-long career in entertainment. The concert, titled A Whole New World of Alan Menken, is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, at Roy Thomson Hall. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 26, 2025, through the venue’s website and box office. Menken, celebrated for his work on timeless classics such as Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Little Mermaid, will bring his catalogue to life…
RUSSELL — The Ontario government is investing $12.2 million in community infrastructure across eastern Ontario, funding the construction of a new recreation complex in Russell Township and upgrades to three other municipal facilities. The announcement, made Monday, is part of the province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), which aims to revitalize local facilities, boost the economy and promote healthy, active living across Ontario. Premier Doug Ford highlighted the Russell Township project as a flagship initiative under the plan. “Our government is proud to support the construction of the new Russell Township Recreation Complex, which will benefit…
CALGARY — Canadian ski jumping star Alex Loutitt has been sidelined with a serious knee injury that will prevent her from competing for the rest of the season and end her bid to participate in the upcoming Olympic Winter Games. The 21-year-old Olympic medallist and World Champion suffered the injury during a Summer Grand Prix competition Friday on the 2026 Olympic jumps in Val di Fiemme, Italy. Medical officials treated her locally before she returned to Innsbruck, Austria, where she is scheduled to undergo knee surgery this week. Doctors expect her recovery to require at least one year of rehabilitation.…
BRAMPTON — Ontario is moving forward with a major expansion of its health system, pledging more than $250 million to connect an additional 500,000 people with family doctors and primary care teams. The initiative, announced Monday by the Ministry of Health, is part of the government’s $2.1 billion Primary Care Action Plan and aims to ensure every resident has access to primary care by 2029. The funding will support the creation and expansion of approximately 75 primary care teams across the province, building on earlier investments made this year. Officials said the move brings Ontario closer to its goal of…
SAULT STE. MARIE — Ontario is making a significant investment in Northern Ontario’s forestry sector, committing more than $5 million to protect jobs, modernize operations and ensure communities remain economically resilient. The announcement, made Monday by the Ministry of Natural Resources, includes funding for both new technology and critical infrastructure repairs. The province said the spending is designed to help the industry adapt to changing markets, improve efficiency, and generate new revenue streams by expanding the use of underutilized wood and mill by-products, known as forest biomass. “Our government recognizes that forest sector productivity begins with hard-working people and innovative,…