Ontario News

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  1. Update on LaSalle Causeway closure: Repair work timeline

    Public Services and Procurement Canada would like to provide an update on the LaSalle Causeway closure, following the public notices issued on April 2, April 4, April 12 and April 22.

  2. Lac Seul First Nation and Canada settle Flooding Claim

    On March 28, 2024, Lac Seul First Nation concluded a historic settlement agreement with the Government of Canada regarding the First Nation’s flooding claim.

  3. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Millhaven Institution

    On May 2, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Millhaven Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

  4. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

    Between April 30 and May 1, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  5. Canada and Blue Jays teaming up to renovate Mary Dorothy Jacobs Memorial Park baseball diamond in Curve Lake First Nation

    Curve Lake First Nation is focused on creating opportunities for youth to engage in sports and recreational activities in their own community.

  6. Federal government invests in revitalizing the Mouvement d'implication francophone d'Orléans (MIFO) community centre

    Through a $36 million investment, the federal government is redeveloping the Mouvement d'implication francophone d'Orléans (MIFO) community center. Announced by the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages; Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Orléans; and Jean-François Born, Chair, MIFO Board of Directors, this project will enhance the capacity of MIFO to deliver an expanded range of services and programs in French to the local community.

  7. Green upgrades coming to the Michipicoten First Nation Health Centre

    Retrofits and an expansion are coming to the Michipicoten First Nation Health Centre. The federal government is supporting this project with an investment of over $1.5 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.

  8. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution 

    Between April 16 and 22, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  9. Revitalizing the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Centre

    Upgrades and an expansion are coming to the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Centre. The federal government is supporting this work with an investment of over $2.9 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.

  10. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Millhaven Institution 

    On April 25, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Millhaven Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

  11. Federal and municipal dollars go to work activating Jane Street

    A combined investment of $16 million will construct cycle tracks, sidewalks, and traffic signals on Jane Street, a major arterial road in Vaughan. Announced by MP Francesco Sorbara and Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca, this project will improve safety, accessibility and traffic flow along Jane Street.

  12. From protecting communities to protecting history; Thorold receives federal investment for fire hall – museum conversion

    Thorold’s historical artifacts are about to get an upgraded, modernized home thanks to a joint investment of more than $7.8 million from the federal and municipal governments.

  13. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Vaughan

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan—Woodbridge, and His Worship Steven Del Duca, Mayor of the City of Vaughan.

  14. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Thorold

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, and His Worship Terry Ugulini, Mayor of the City of Thorold.

  15. Update on LaSalle Causeway closure: Phased approach for repairs

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) would like to provide an update on the LaSalle Causeway closure.

  16. Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology

    Backgrounder: Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology

  17. Independent Commission determines environmental assessment for Ontario Power Generation’s Darlington New Nuclear Project is applicable to the selected reactor technology

    Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision that the existing environmental assessment (EA) for the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) is applicable to the reactor technology selected by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), the General Electric Hitachi BWRX300 reactor.

  18. Coming into Force of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation's Child and Family Services Law, Nigig Nibi Ki-win

    On April 19, 2024, Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation’s child and family services law, Nigig Nibi Ki-Win, came into force. Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation is the third Indigenous governing body in Ontario and the eleventh in Canada to have its own child and family services law.

  19. Minister Tassi and Minister Ien to highlight federal Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation investments for youth entrepreneurs

    The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) and the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth of Canada, will highlight federal budget investments in youth entrepreneurs.

  20. Death of an inmate from Beaver Creek Institution

    On April 17, 2024, Gary Beach, an inmate from Beaver Creek Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  21. Assault of an inmate at Millhaven Institution 

    On April 15, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Millhaven Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

  22. Minister Sudds to make Budget announcement

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, will make an announcement regarding economic growth for workers in Belleville.

  23. Minister Sajjan makes a Budget announcement in Welland, Ontario

    MEDIA ADVISORY: EVENT CANCELLED

  24. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

    On April 15, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  25. Death of an inmate from Collins Bay Institution

    On April 15, 2024, Steven Tanner, an inmate from Collins Bay Institution, died while in our custody.

  26. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Beaver Creek Institution 

    On April 10, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Beaver Creek Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  27. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution

    On April 3, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  28. Update on LaSalle Causeway closure

    Public Services and Procurement Canada would like to provide an update on the LaSalle Causeway closure

  29. Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre

    On April 11, 2024, Gary Nishikawara, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody.

  30. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution 

    On April 9, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  31. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

    On April 7, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  32. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution 

    Between March 28 and April 1, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  33. Minister Sudds to make an announcement on economic growth

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, will be in Kanata to talk about investing in economic growth and productivity.

  34. Once-in-a-lifetime event: Total solar eclipse

    The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronauts Jeremy Hansen and David Saint-Jacques, will participate in events in Montreal and Niagara Falls to highlight a rare celestial event, the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.

  35. LaSalle Causeway: Longer-term Closure

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to provide an update on the closure of the LaSalle Causeway, following the public notice issued on April 2.

  36. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution 

    Between March 26 and 27, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  37. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

    Between March 31 and April 1, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  38. 598 Vehicles recovered as a result of Project Vector

    598 Vehicles recovered as a result of Project Vector

  39. LaSalle Causeway fully closed until further notice

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the LaSalle Causeway is fully closed to all public access, including vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians, until further notice.

  40. OPP and CBSA announce the results of an ongoing interprovincial auto theft investigation

    OPP and CBSA announce the results of an ongoing interprovincial auto theft investigation

  41. Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institution

    On March 28, 2024, Basil Borutski, an inmate from Millhaven Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

  42. Death of an inmate from Bath Institution

    On March 26, 2024, Wayne Lockhart, an inmate from Bath Institution, died while in our custody.

  43. Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing for repair work.

  44. Media Advisory: Affordable Housing Announcement in Toronto

    Members of the media are invited to an announcement with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth; and the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada.

  45. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Beaver Creek Institution 

    Between March 23 and 24, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Beaver Creek Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  46. Death of an inmate from Collins Bay Institution

    On March 23, 2024, David Kreindl, an inmate from Collins Bay Institution, died while in our custody.

  47. Federal government investment helps open a new chapter for Guelph’s central library

    Guelph is receiving a federal investment of $13.5 million to support the construction of a new central library.

  48. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Guelph

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, and His Worship Cam Guthrie, Mayor of the City of Guelph.

  49. LaSalle Causeway closed to motorists

    Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the LaSalle Causeway will be fully closed to motorists due to a major rehabilitation project.

  50. Icebreaking near Port of Thunder Bay, Ontario

    The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents of Thunder Bay, Ontario that the CCGS Samuel Risley will carry out icebreaking operations in the area on or around March 22, 2024. The purpose of this operation is to break up the ice to allow commercial vessels safe and efficient movement.