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Niagara politician calls for full-time long term care minister
Niagara MPP Wayne Gates says the government needs to appoint a full-time long term care minister -
Major power outage hits downtown Toronto
Toronto police say a power outage is affecting the city's downtown core -
Luxury goods tax on super-rich could hit green cars
Tax experts are warning a new tax on yachts, luxury cars and private aircraft designed to hit the super-rich could also cover some electric and hybrid cars -
Brock mourns loss of former Chancellor Ned Goodman
Former Brock University Chancellor Ned Goodman passed away on Sunday, Aug. 7 at the age of 85 -
Report says Canada needs to change its federal visa policy to speed up the admission of Ukrainian re
The report from The School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary says millions of Ukrainians have been displaced since Russia launched a full-scale invasion in February, but Canada has only received a small number compared to other countries. -
Scientists to present 60-metre-long open letter to federal government demanding raise
Hundreds of scientists and researchers are expected to gather on Parliament Hill today to call for a raise. -
Five things experts say could ease pressures on Ontario's health-care system
Temporary emergency room closures and increased wait times have become increasingly common in Ontario as the province's health-care system grapples with staffing shortages. -
Poll says more Canadians report strong attachment to their language than to Canada
A new survey finds more Canadians report a strong attachment to their primary language than to other markers of identity, including the country they call home. -
Gas prices expected to jump tomorrow
Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, says gas is expected to go up slightly today before jumping another eight cents a litre tomorrow. -
Woman charged in Grimsby gas station robbery
A Hamilton woman, alleged to have been the driver of the get-a-way car in a gas station robbery, turned herself to Niagara police -
Police looking for suspect in Niagara Falls bank robbery
Niagara police are investigating a bank robbery in the north end of Niagara Falls -
Ontario health minister won't rule out privatization as option to help ER crisis
Ontario's health minister isn't ruling out privatization in health care as the government looks at ways to deal with a major staff shortage straining hospitals across the province
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Forecast ideal for viewing last supermoon of the year in Ontario
Ontarians hoping to view the last supermoon of the year may be in luck—the forecast appears to be in their favour. -
Ontario condo owners hit with $20,000 special assessment
Country Lane Estates in Aurora, Ont. is a community of about 200 townhouse condominium units. Recently, the board of directors sent a notice to owners that $3.5 million is needed for renovations and individual unit owners will have to pay their share. -
Ontario education union planning strike votes, says doesn't mean strike will happen
A union representing Ontario education workers is planning to talk about organizing strike votes at a meeting later this month, a move the education minister calls "needless escalation." -
One person dead after shooting at funeral for Toronto homicide victim
One person has been critically injured in a shooting at a cemetery in Richmond Hill, York Regional Police say. -
Police arrest 7 people after shooting at Vaughan hotel
Seven people have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Thornhill hotel that left one person injured on Tuesday night. -
Will you be eligible for one of Ontario's new tax credits? Here's the breakdown
The Ontario government is planning to move forward with several tax credits for residents as it formally tabled its 2022-23 budget on Tuesday. -
OCS capping pot shop orders and changing delivery window after partner's cyberattack
Ontario's cannabis wholesaler is temporarily capping the number of products retailers can order and expanding its delivery window as it works through a backlog caused by a cyberattack on its logistics partner. -
Toronto man wins $20M with lottery numbers used for 36 years
A Toronto man has won $20 million in the Lotto 649 jackpot using the same numbers he played for more than three decades. -
Power restored in Toronto after hours-long outage likely caused by crane hitting transmission line
A massive power outage is currently affecting the downtown core in Toronto. -
Ontario health minister says health-care access through OHIP won't change
Ontario's health minister is emphasizing today that people in the province will always be able to access health care without paying out of pocket, a day after she came under fire for refusing to rule out further privatization in the system. -
Ontario region says smelly tap water is safe to drink
Despite recently having an 'earthy or musty' smell and taste, tap water in Durham is safe, assures the region. -
Wonderland reveals plan for new 'one of a kind' ride coming next year
Canada’s Wonderland has announced two new rides that will be available for guests next year, one of which the amusement park says is "the only one of its kind in the world."
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Hospice Niagara's Catch the Ace
every Thursday UNTIL the Ace of Spades is caughtHospice Niagara - 403 Ontario St Unit #2 - St. CatharinesHospice Niagara has just announced some exciting news. It’s their FIRST Catch the Ace lottery! It’s a quick and easy way to support and you get a chance to WIN BIG all while helping Hospice Niagara provide compassionate hospice care in Niagara. DON’T DELAY! Get your tickets for Hospice Niagara’s Catch the Ace. Draw happens every Thursday UNTIL the Ace of Spades is caught. -
Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games
The Canada Games, held every two years, alternating between summer and winter, are the largest multi-sport event in the country and represent the pinnacle of interprovincial/territorial sport competition. As the best in their age group, these young competitors come to the Games having trained long and hard to be among those chosen to represent their respective province or territory. -
Lighthouse Festival: Meet My Sister
Roselawn Theatre - Port ColborneThe boxes are all packed, and sisters Blanche and Stella are ready to take their mother to her new nursing home. There’s just one problem – mom won’t go. She still has a few skeletons in the closet, and she’s not leaving her house until she’s said her piece. While the sisters bicker about what to do, their mother shouts zingers out her bedroom window, revealing long-buried family secrets that will change their lives forever. -
Basset Hound Races at Fort Erie Race Track
Fort Erie Race Track, 230 Catherine Street - Fort ErieBasset Hound races are coming back to Fort Erie Race Track on Sunday, August 14 for the floppiest races at the track. Beginning after horse racing ends, this friendly non-wagering event is fun for the whole family! Spectator attendance is free.FREE ADMISSION -
Niagara Greek Festival
St. Katharine Greek Orthodox Church - St. CatharinesExperience a true Greek celebration with traditional music, food, dance, arts & crafts, and much more! The Niagara Greek Festival provides fun for the whole family! Check out the Kidz Zone to keep your little ones happy and busy with inflatables, face painting, crafts and tasty treats.FREE ADMISSION -
Marshville Heritage Festival
Marshville Heritage Village - WainfleetBring the whole family on Labour Day Weekend and satisfy your senses with the sights, sounds and smells of this beautiful 19th century setting. There's something for everyone! -
Lighthouse Festival: The Real Sherlock Holmes
Roselawn Theatre - Port ColborneFollow young medical student Arthur Conan Doyle and Professor Bell on an adventure through the underbelly of Edinburgh and over the Scottish countryside as they track down a killer. Clue by clue we watch a tale unfold that will eventually become the inspiration of Conan Doyle’s most famous and fascinating character. -
The Who Hits Back
Scotiabank Arena - TorontoThe Who's upcoming North American trek promises to be another rock n’ roll knockout!
