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27 Dec

Ontario Colleges Face Uncertain Future as Federal International Student Cap Triggers Cuts and Layoffs

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Ontario’s college sector is grappling with significant upheaval as federal restrictions on international students force program suspensions, service reductions, and staff layoffs, leaving both students and faculty uncertain about the coming academic year. The federal government recently announced it will issue up to 408,000 study permits in 2026, down from 437,000 in 2025 and 485,000 in 2024, continuing a policy aimed at limiting Canada’s temporary population. Colleges across Ontario, which heavily rely on international student tuition to fund programs and services, are feeling the impact. Several institutions have already suspended dozens of courses, including popular hospitality programs…

25 Dec

Winter Storm Set to Disrupt Holiday Travel Across Southern Ontario

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A major winter storm is expected to sweep across southern Ontario later this week, raising concerns about travel disruptions during the holiday season, Environment Canada warned. Friday, which coincides with Boxing Day, is projected to see the most significant impact. The storm, driven by a low-pressure system, is forecast to bring a mix of wintry precipitation, including snow, freezing rain, and ice pellets, depending on the location. Southwestern Ontario, particularly around Hamilton and Niagara, may experience freezing rain beginning early Friday morning and continuing through the evening. Officials predict ice accumulation of 5 to 10 millimeters in…

23 Dec

Extended Waits for Tests and Specialists Common in Ontario, Survey Finds

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): A majority of Ontarians are facing prolonged delays when seeking diagnostic tests or specialist care, according to a new public opinion survey that highlights growing pressure on the province’s health-care system. The poll, conducted by Abacus Data and released on Tuesday, found that long wait times are the norm rather than the exception. About one-third of respondents said they waited longer than six months to see a specialist or undergo a diagnostic procedure, while another 37 per cent reported delays ranging from three to six months. These timelines stand in sharp contrast to provincial benchmarks. Ontario Health…

20 Dec

New York and Ontario Join Forces to Advance Nuclear Energy Technology

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New York (Rajeev Sharma): New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a cross-border collaboration aimed at developing nuclear energy technology during a joint event at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. The initiative focuses on advancing small modular reactors (SMRs) and other nuclear innovations. Ontario Power Generation is currently working on SMRs at its Darlington facility, located roughly two hours north of Buffalo. Premier Ford highlighted the growing energy demand in Ontario, projecting an increase of up to 90% over the next 25 years. “We are expanding our nuclear capabilities, both with small modular reactors and large-scale…

19 Dec

Mandatory Air Conditioning in Ontario Nursing Homes Linked to Fewer Heat-Related Deaths

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A province-wide requirement for air conditioning in Ontario’s long-term care homes has prevented dozens of deaths, according to new research that underscores the growing health risks posed by extreme heat. The study, published this week in JAMA Internal Medicine, examined more than 73,000 resident deaths recorded in Ontario nursing homes between 2010 and 2023. Researchers found that residents living in facilities without air conditioning in their individual rooms faced a significantly higher risk during heat waves. On days of extreme heat, the likelihood of death was about eight per cent higher compared to residents in rooms with…

14 Dec

Ontario Unveils $500 Million Program to Expand In-Province Critical Minerals Processing

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Ontario has formally rolled out a $500 million initiative aimed at strengthening the province’s critical minerals processing sector, marking a major step toward building a fully domestic supply chain. The Critical Minerals Processing Fund was officially launched Friday at Science North in Greater Sudbury, following its introduction in the 2025 provincial budget. Senior cabinet ministers joined Greater Sudbury Mayor Paul Lefebvre at the event, highlighting the strategic importance of keeping mineral processing and value-added manufacturing within Ontario rather than exporting raw materials for refinement elsewhere. Energy and Mines Minister Stephen Lecce said the new fund signals a…

13 Dec

Ontario Unveils $500M Program to Expand Critical Minerals Processing

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SUDBURY (Rajeev Sharma): The Ontario government has rolled out a new $500 million funding initiative aimed at expanding the province’s ability to process and refine critical minerals, a move officials say will help secure supply chains and create long-term economic benefits for Ontario workers. The Critical Minerals Processing Fund, first outlined in the 2025 provincial budget, is designed to support projects that boost processing capacity within Ontario. The goal is to ensure that minerals extracted in the province are also refined locally, rather than being shipped elsewhere for processing. The program will be administered through Invest Ontario, the government’s investment…

12 Dec

Ontario Sees $772M Investment Surge, Nearly 700 Jobs Through Major Expansions

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ONTARIO (Rajeev Sharma): A series of significant expansion projects in Ontario’s manufacturing, life sciences, and technology sectors are set to generate nearly 700 new jobs and attract a total investment of $772 million, provincial officials announced. Beverage Manufacturing Expansion in MississaugaHomegrown beverage producer Lee Li Holdings is investing $387 million to expand operations through its subsidiaries First Choice Beverage Inc., Global Beverage and Logistics Centre Inc., and Imperial Chilled Juice Inc. The project includes an upgraded plant and a new 100,000-square-foot facility in Mississauga. The facility will feature AI-driven production, automated warehousing, and sustainable manufacturing practices aimed at reducing energy…

31 Oct

Doug Ford Government Passes Bill Prohibiting Speed Cameras Across Ontario

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Toronto (Gaganjot): The Ontario government, led by Premier Doug Ford, has officially enacted legislation prohibiting the utilization of automated speed enforcement cameras across the province. This contentious move eliminates the utilization of speed cameras in municipalities and school zones, a decision the government asserts aims to "restore fairness and transparency" in traffic enforcement.Critics, however, argue that the prohibition will compromise road safety, particularly in areas where speed cameras have contributed to a reduction in collisions and protected pedestrians. Municipal leaders across Ontario have expressed frustration, stating that the decision removes an effective tool for enforcing speed limits and generating revenue…

23 Jul

Stronger pipeline pact spans three provinces

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta and Ontario welcome Saskatchewan as the newest signatory to build pipelines and trade infrastructure across provincial borders and into global markets. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) will see the three provinces work collectively to build new pipelines along a route that will connect western Canadian oil and gas to new and existing refineries in southern Ontario, as well as a new deep-sea port in James Bay. The MOU also calls for new rail lines to connect critical mineral deposits located in Ontario’s Ring of Fire region to ports in Western Canada. The agreement reinforces joint efforts…