2 First Nations say Ontario’s 1st Anishinaabe-led impact assessment is done, possibly allowing mining project

Two First Nations in northwestern Ontario are allowing a mining project to move forward after completing what they say is the province’s first Anishinaabe-led impact assessment (ALIA) — but they aren’t supporting or opposing the development. Cat Lake First Nation and Lac Seul First Nation began the ALIA with First Mining Gold in 2023. Their…

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Ontario’s legislature is set for its shortest sitting in decades. Here’s what it means for the Ford government

Listen to this article Estimated 6 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Premier Doug Ford’s government is on pace to sit for the fewest days of any Ontario government over the past five…

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Ontario’s repealed wage restraint law Bill 124 still rippling through public sector

Ontario’s ill-fated wage restraint law known as Bill 124 is still sending ripples through the public sector across the province, even years after the law was repealed, with the electricity system now attempting to untangle the fallout. The Independent Electricity System Operator is looking to recover $329 million from ratepayers this year, which is a…

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Police investigating after flagpoles flying Pride flag cut down in Ontario’s Perth County

Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after flagpoles with Pride flags were cut down and rainbow flags were stolen from multiple schools…

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