Ontario Parties Criticized for Holiday Fundraising
Ontario's major political parties are actively fundraising during the holiday season, drawing criticism for competing with charities. Learn why this timing is seen as tone-deaf.
Ontario's major political parties are actively fundraising during the holiday season, drawing criticism for competing with charities. Learn why this timing is seen as tone-deaf.
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini regarding the Skills Development Fund. Get the latest details on the probe announced December 18, 2025.
Environmental testing is underway after multiple geese were found dead in Tottenham, Ontario. Authorities are investigating the cause as the community awaits answers.
Moderna secures major funding to develop a bird flu vaccine, highlighting a global push to prepare for potential pandemics. Read about the coalition's investment.
A dispute over millions in recycling fees has halted Ontario's tire program, causing scrap tires to accumulate across the province. Dealers warn of a growing environmental and logistical crisis.
Dozens of volunteers braved the December weather for the 73rd annual Christmas Bird Count at Point Pelee National Park, a crucial citizen science event for tracking avian populations in Canada.
Ontario Provincial Police responded to two separate impaired driving incidents in northern Ontario last weekend, resulting in charges. Stay informed on local safety news.
A new study reveals a stark disparity: Black women in Canada have up to a 70% higher breast cancer mortality rate. Learn about the findings and the urgent call for equitable healthcare solutions.
A Terrace Bay man faces a $1,000 fine for careless hunting while intoxicated in October 2024. Details on the incident and Ontario's hunting safety laws.
The Ontario government is providing $3.9 million to restore 4,500 kilometres of snowmobile trails across the province, supporting winter tourism and recreation. Learn more about this key investment.
Humboldt penguins at a Paris zoo are being vaccinated against avian influenza in a preventive measure. Learn about the global efforts to protect wildlife from the virus.
Calgary has been recertified as a 'bird-friendly city' by Nature Canada, a testament to its urban conservation efforts. However, local advocates highlight key areas for improvement to better protect over 200 species. Discover the city's achievements and t
A Regina man reports a disturbing wildlife mortality event on Wascana Lake, with approximately 15 geese found dead on the ice. Authorities urge caution.
A wildlife photographer captured images of a rare barn owl in a south Calgary park, a highly unusual sighting for the city. Discover the details of this remarkable encounter.
A stubborn Arctic air mass is gripping London, Ontario, with frigid temperatures expected to persist. Get the latest details on this prolonged cold snap and its local impact.
Philanthropist Bill Gates warns AFP that reductions in global aid are resulting in a tragic increase in child mortality. Learn the critical details and global implications.
Bill Gates warns that child mortality rates are set to increase globally for the first time this century due to significant reductions in international aid. Learn about the dire consequences.
Highway 69 in Northern Ontario has reopened after a morning closure on December 2, 2025. Get the latest traffic and road condition updates for the region.
The historic Logan Mill in Brussels, Ontario, built in 1859, is set for a new life as a community-focused 'mini museum.' The Maitland Mills Association leads the preservation effort.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
Feed Ontario's 2025 Hunger Report reveals over 1 million people relied on food banks last year, signaling a looming crisis in homelessness, healthcare, and community stability. Immediate action is urged.
Southern Ontario faces ongoing snowfall with extended warnings and parking bans. Climatologist David Phillips forecasts continued snow tonight with rising temperatures tomorrow.
An injured bald eagle rescued by an Ottawa Valley woman has been euthanized after medical tests revealed severe, untreatable injuries. The eagle named Charlie was cared for by Safe Wings Ottawa.
Ottawa Police Constable Kevin Young, an aspiring falconer, rescued an injured barn owl found on Robert Grant Avenue. The owl was taken to a bird sanctuary with a good prognosis.
A major winter storm is expected to linger into the weekend across central Ontario, with up to 60 cm of snow possible in some areas. Stay informed about road closures and safety precautions.
Avian influenza has been confirmed on three properties in Strathroy-Caradoc. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely to contain the outbreak.
Southwestern Ontario experiences sudden winter onset with significant snowfall, causing school closures and early shoveling season. Get the latest weather updates and impacts.
Calgary has been officially recertified as a bird-friendly city by Nature Canada for the third consecutive time. Discover how the city maintains its commitment to avian conservation.
A leading French virologist warns a mutated bird flu virus could cause a pandemic more severe than COVID-19. Learn about the risks and global preparedness efforts.
Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston receive official bird-friendly city status, recognizing their conservation efforts to protect urban bird populations and habitats across Eastern Ontario.