Ontario fines recruiter charging foreign workers for placements at Canadian Tire store

Open this photo in gallery:Ontario's Ministry of Labour found Allison Jones and her businesses were charging foreign workers between US$7,900 and US$12,000 to secure work permits and jobs at a Canadian Tire location in Toronto.Sammy Kogan /The …

Can you return open alcohol to the LCBO? Here’s what Ontario shoppers should know

Ontario residents looking for domestic alternatives to their favourite American alcohol products can explore a wider variety of Canadian options since the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) pulled U.S. alcohol from shelves in response to tariffs on …

The word 'family' has caused controversy for this Ontario school board. Here's why

The Waterloo Region District School Board has been talking a lot about the word "family" this month. The board has released two separate statements so far in June after media reports and rumours circulated online that teachers were being taught …

Canada’s most beautiful village is this historic jewel in Ontario that’s like stepping back in time

I know we’re all busy and I’m sure the summer schedule is starting to fill up with fun, but if you don’t have plans to visit “Canada’s most beautiful village,” you may want to include it in your lineup of activities. It is in Southeastern Ontario you’ll …

Fish for free this weekend across Ontario

The Ontario government is inviting Canadian residents to enjoy a weekend of free fishing across the province in celebration of Father’s Day. On Saturday, June 14th and Sunday, June 15th, families can cast a line without needing a fishing licence, making it …

This short bus trip from Toronto takes you to Ontario's 'most beautiful village'

You don't need a car to visit one of Ontario's most beautiful villages. This bus trip from Toronto takes you to a stunning town with European vibes, and it's a dreamy summer day trip. Tour bus agency Parkbus is offering trips from Toronto to …

Gardeners beware: Mid-June frost alerts issued in Ontario

Chilly temperatures sliding across Ontario to end the week prompted frost alerts for portions of the province overnight Thursday into early Friday morning. Gardeners should take precautions to protect tender plants across areas expecting near-freezing …

Lasers, kites and trained dogs: how cities and towns in northeastern Ontario are dealing with problem geese

It's a perennial problem: trying to keep geese away from parks, paths, docks, boardwalks and other public places in northeastern Ontario.  This spring, the Town of Blind River has installed kites shaped like hawks, owls and ospreys, to try to scare …

Salami recall linked to salmonella in Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario

Symptoms of salmonella include chills, a fever, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps and a sudden headache, and will typically end within four to seven days. Most affected individuals will recover without medical intervention.

Cyclic Materials invests $25M to launch rare earth recycling R&D site in Ontario