Uxbridge Approves 1.26% Property Tax Increase for 2026
The Township of Uxbridge has officially approved a 1.26 per cent increase to its own portion of property taxes for 2026, slightly reduced from the initially…
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Coastal Study Begins on Graham Creek Jetties and Bond Head Beach in Clarington
The Municipality of Clarington has announced the start of a Coastal Process Study focused on the restoration of the Graham Creek Jetties and Bond Head Beach.…
Durham’s 5% Utility Rate Hike for 2026 Draws Criticism From Councillor
Durham Regional Council has approved the 2026 Water Supply and Sanitary Sewer User Rates, resulting in a combined increase of five per cent, or about $5.24…
Ontario Integrity Commissioner Investigates Labour Minister Over Skills Development Fund
Ontario’s integrity commissioner has opened a formal investigation into Labour Minister David Piccini following allegations related to the administration of the province’s $2.5-billion Skills Development Fund.…
Ottawa and Ontario to Sign Deal Cutting Red Tape for Ring of Fire and Major Projects
The federal and Ontario governments are set to sign a new agreement aimed at significantly reducing regulatory duplication for major infrastructure and resource projects, including road…
Ontario Supports Toronto’s Bid to Host New International Defence Bank
Ontario is backing a high-profile effort to position Toronto as a potential host city for a new international financial institution focused on defence and security. Premier…
Clarington’s 2026 Budget Deemed Adopted Without Council Debate
The Municipality of Clarington’s updated 2026 budget was officially deemed adopted on December 12, incorporating revisions to the 2024–27 Multi-Year Operating Budget to address changing community…
Consultant Starts Engagement with PPAS on Port Perry Fairgrounds Vision
Discussions are now underway between the Port Perry Agricultural Society (PPAS) and Darwin Logic, the consultant appointed to lead the Port Perry Fairgrounds visioning process, according…
Critics Warn Ontario’s New Auto Insurance Rules May Leave Drivers Underinsured
New changes to Ontario’s auto insurance system introduced by the Ford government are raising concerns among consumer advocates, who warn the reforms could leave many drivers…
