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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Thu, 23 Oct 2025)
Between October 14 and 16, 2025, 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.
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Canada Water Agency advances efforts to restore and protect Lake Winnipeg (Sat, 18 Oct 2025)
Member of Parliament Terry Duguid, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and the Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced an investment of $1.6 million in 10 new freshwater projects to protect and restore Lake Winnipeg.
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Statement by Minister Hajdu on the Government of Canada’s support for Kap Paper (Fri, 17 Oct 2025)
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor), issued the following statement: “Canada’s strength comes from our workers, and the Government of Canada’s support for them will not waver.
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Modern search and rescue station for the Canadian Coast Guard officially opened in Cobourg, Ontario (Fri, 17 Oct 2025)
Today, Chris Malette, Member of Parliament for the Bay of Quinte, on behalf of the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, announced the official opening of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new search and rescue station in Cobourg, Ontario.
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Minister Anandasangaree to answer questions from media regarding border security and keeping communities safe and visit a port of entry in Southern Ontario (Thu, 16 Oct 2025)
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety for a media availability at a port of entry in Southern Ontario.
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Canada Water Agency to make an announcement regarding the protection of Canada’s fresh water in Lake Winnipeg (Wed, 15 Oct 2025)
Member of Parliament (MP) Terry Duguid, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, will make an announcement regarding the protection of fresh water in Lake Winnipeg.
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Death of an inmate from Joyceville institution (Tue, 14 Oct 2025)
On October 10, 2025, Yohanna Chol, an inmate from Joyceville Institution, died while in our custody.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Fri, 10 Oct 2025)
Between September 29 and October 3, 2025, 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.
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Closures on Chaudière Crossing (Fri, 10 Oct 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public of the following upcoming closures on the Chaudière Crossing to complete maintenance work on the Union Bridge and the Hull Causeway
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Governments of Canada and Ontario sign a bilateral agreement on minority-language education and second-language instruction (Mon, 06 Oct 2025)
The Government of Canada is allocating more than $523 million to Ontario to help provide French as a minority language and French as a second language education, from preschool to the post-secondary level
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Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institution – Regional Treatment Centre (Thu, 02 Oct 2025)
On October 2, 2025, Nicholas Shipman, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody.
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Secretary of State Zerucelli to highlight Government of Canada measures for Canadian strategic industries (Thu, 02 Oct 2025)
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour) for a site visit and photo opportunity at the IBEW Mississauga Training Centre.
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Government of Canada to support local businesses and drive innovation in critical sectors in the London region (Fri, 26 Sep 2025)
Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Member of Parliament for London Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement in support of leading-edge businesses across both rural and urban communities in the London area.
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Commission renews Ontario Power Generation Inc.’s power reactor operating licence for its Darlington Nuclear Generating Station (Thu, 25 Sep 2025)
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the independent Commission’s decision to renew Ontario Power Generation Inc.’s power reactor operating licence for its Darlington Nuclear Generating Station for a period of 20 years.
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CBSA investigation in Cornwall leads to conviction for nicotine and tobacco smuggling (Tue, 23 Sep 2025)
On August 19, 2025, Corynne Laffin of Hogansburg, New York, pled guilty to unlawful possession of tobacco products, contrary to Section 32(1) of the Excise Act, 2001. Ms. Hogansburg received a fine of $50,205 in addition to a vehicle release penalty of $27,423.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution  (Mon, 22 Sep 2025)
On September 14, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge (Fri, 19 Sep 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to inform users of lane closures on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge.
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The Government of Canada launches new response to protect, build, and transform Northern Ontario businesses (Fri, 19 Sep 2025)
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced that Northern Ontario businesses can now apply to the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) -- a targeted program built to help SMEs respond to global shocks and build for the future
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Minister Hajdu to announce Government of Canada support to help businesses and organizations adjust to the changing economic landscape (Thu, 18 Sep 2025)
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, will make an important announcement in support of key sectors impacted by trade disruptions.
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Important Housing Announcement (Sat, 13 Sep 2025)
Members of the media are invited to an important housing announcement with the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender, Secretary of State for Small Business and Tourism and Member of Parliament for Mississauga—Streetsville.
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Canada and Ontario investing $4.77 million in agri-food research (Mon, 08 Sep 2025)
The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $4.77 million in 48 research and innovation projects and supporting 20 companies through the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI).
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution  (Mon, 08 Sep 2025)
On August 30, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, two packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Government of Canada invests over $3.5 million in forestry industry and economic resilience in Northern Ontario (Mon, 08 Sep 2025)
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced Government of Canada investments totalling $3,575,246 in 10 forestry and economic resilience projects across Northern Ontario. The funding for these projects is provided through FedNor’s funding programs and initiatives, including: Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP), Regional Economic Growth through Innovation initiative (REGI), and the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative for Northern Ontario (RHII).
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Refresh, refurbish, replace – Canada, Ontario and Niagara invest in upgraded public transit (Thu, 04 Sep 2025)
Niagara Transit is receiving a major investment of more than $128 million from the Government of Canada, Government of Ontario and Niagara Region to refresh its transit fleet and improve public transit services.
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Canada and Ontario investing $14.6 million to help farmers make improvements to farmlands (Wed, 03 Sep 2025)
The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $14.6 million through the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) to help farmers make other improvements to their farmland.
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Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Niagara Region (Wed, 03 Sep 2025)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Chris Bittle, Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation, Jim Bradley, Chair of the Region of Niagara, and His Worship Mat Siscoe, Mayor of the City of St. Catharines and Chair of the Niagara Transit Commission.
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Commission renews Nordion (Canada) Inc.'s Class IB nuclear substance processing facility licence for a period of 25 years (Tue, 02 Sep 2025)
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to renew the Class IB nuclear substance processing facility operating licence issued to Nordion (Canada) Inc. (Nordion) for a period of 25 years.
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Recapture of Inmate from Grand Valley Institution for Women – Minimum Security Unit (Mon, 01 Sep 2025)
On September 1, 2025, inmate Carolyn Burden was apprehended by the Toronto Police Service.
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Escape from Grand Valley Institution for Women, Minimum-Security Unit (Sun, 31 Aug 2025)
On August 31, 2025, during the 11:30 a.m. count, staff members in the minimum-security unit at Grand Valley Institution for Women, discovered that Carolyn Burden was not accounted for.
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Canadian Coast Guard Inshore Rescue Boat Crews winding down operations in Ontario (Fri, 29 Aug 2025)
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Ontario are winding down their seasonal maritime search and rescue service, and the following stations will close on September 3, 2025.
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Canadian Coast Guard winds down Inshore Rescue Boat operations for the season in Atlantic Canada (Fri, 29 Aug 2025)
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) stations in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador are winding down their seasonal maritime search and rescue service.
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Southern Ontario businesses facing trade challenges can now apply for funding (Tue, 26 Aug 2025)
Eligible southern Ontario businesses can now apply for the Regional Tariff Response Initiative support to respond, adapt and compete amid shifting market conditions
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More areas in Ontario now regulated for the hemlock woolly adelgid insect (Tue, 26 Aug 2025)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has expanded the regulated area for hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) in Ontario. The new regulated area now includes the Regional Municipality of Niagara, Haldimand County, the City of Hamilton and the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand. This expansion follows detections of HWA outside of the previously regulated area and is part of the CFIA’s ongoing efforts to slow the spread of this destructive insect.
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Government of Canada to make important announcement for businesses and organizations adjusting to changing economic landscape (Mon, 25 Aug 2025)
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement in support of key sectors impacted by trade disruptions.
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Government of Canada supports housing innovation (Fri, 22 Aug 2025)
FedDev Ontario announces support for six projects that are advancing innovation in housing manufacturing and supply across southern Ontario
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Government of Canada supports housing innovation (Fri, 22 Aug 2025)
Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), visited the University of Windsor to announce a combined Government of Canada investment of nearly $12 million for six businesses and organizations to advance innovative housing solutions across southern Ontario. A number of these projects are funded through the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) to help address the way homes are built to better meet our country’s demand.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Thu, 21 Aug 2025)
Between August 6th and 17th, 2025, 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.
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Investing to prevent and reduce Veteran homelessness in Kingston  (Wed, 20 Aug 2025)
The federal government is partnering with the Homes for Heroes Foundation by investing over $1.9 million to support Veteran experiencing homelessness in Kingston.
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Backgrounder: Investing across Ontario to build safe and strong communities (Tue, 19 Aug 2025)
The Government of Canada is providing more than $748 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund for 652 recipients across Ontario in 2025-2026. These funds provide communities with stable and flexible funding for their infrastructure priorities across a wide range of categories. The funding enables local roads boards and municipalities to plan for their current and future needs, improve housing supply, and create connected communities.
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Investing in the transit system for the Town of Tillsonburg (Tue, 19 Aug 2025)
Residents of the Town of Tillsonburg will benefit from improved transit services following a combined investment of $214,953 from the federal government and the Town of Tillsonburg.
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Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Kingston (Tue, 19 Aug 2025)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honorable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defense and Member of Parliament for Delta, British Columbia, and Brad Field, President and CEO of the Homes For Heroes Foundation.
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Government of Canada improves access to health services for Francophone minority communities in Ontario (Mon, 18 Aug 2025)
Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier-Gloucester, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced more than $33 million to four francophone post-secondary training institutions across Ontario and $1 million in funding to the Government of Ontario to improve access to health services in French for Francophone communities.
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Government of Canada to make an announcement to support access to health services for Francophone minority communities in Ontario (Fri, 15 Aug 2025)
The Honourable Mona Fortier, Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier-Gloucester, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement to support access to health services in French for Francophone communities in Ontario.
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Government of Canada improves access to health services for Francophone minority communities in Ontario (Thu, 14 Aug 2025)
The following projects aim to improve access to health services in French for official language minority communities (OLMCs) across Ontario.
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Transport Canada ensuring safety on the water by restricting vessel traffic on the St. Clair River on August 17, 2025 (Tue, 12 Aug 2025)
To ensure the safety of everyone on the water, Transport Canada is restricting the movement of vessel traffic within the public Port of Sarnia. Under these restrictions, no unauthorized traffic will be permitted on the Canadian side of the St. Clair River, from the Blue Water Bridge to the upper end of Stag Island, between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. on August 17, 2025. A Navigational Warning (NAVWARN) about temporary vessel restrictions for this day was issued on August 12, 2025.
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Minister MacDonald concludes first trade mission to strengthen ties and promote Canadian agriculture and agri-food in the Indo-Pacific (Fri, 08 Aug 2025)
The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, has concluded a productive seven-day trade mission to Indonesia, Singapore, and the Philippines.
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CBSA seizes 197 kg of cocaine at the Blue Water Bridge (Thu, 07 Aug 2025)
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today a significant seizure of cocaine at the Blue Water Bridge port of entry in Point Edward, Ontario.
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Canada and Ontario invest in public transit infrastructure for North Bay residents (Wed, 06 Aug 2025)
North Bay is gearing up for more sustainable and convenient transit thanks to a combined investment of over $20.6 million from the federal and provincial governments and the City of North Bay.
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Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest in public transit infrastructure for North Bay residents (Wed, 06 Aug 2025)
The federal government is investing $8,362,099 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program for these eight projects. The Government of Ontario is investing $6,896,755. The City of North Bay is contributing $5,433,480.
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Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in North Bay (Wed, 06 Aug 2025)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Pauline Rochefort, Member of Parliament for Nipissing—Timiskaming, Vic Fedeli, Member of Provincial Parliament for Nipissing, and Peter Chirico, Mayor of North Bay.
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Canada and Ontario investing more than $1.7 million to support honey beekeeping operations (Fri, 01 Aug 2025)
Investment will help hundreds of beekeepers improve their honey bee colonies and boost competitiveness in the face of U.S. tariffs.
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New Trail, New Moves: Sheridan College Just Got More Connected (Wed, 30 Jul 2025)
Sheridan College is enhancing safety and accessibility of active transportation infrastructure on campus with the support of the Government of Canada. The combined investment of $600,000 will make it easier and safer for people to walk, bike, and move around campus.
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Investing in Accessible On-Demand Transit Across Grey and Bruce Counties (Wed, 30 Jul 2025)
Residents will benefit from improved accessible transportation services and transit system efficiency after a combined investment of more than $1.4 million from the federal government, Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (S.M.A.R.T) a not-for profit organization which provides day-to-day transportation to the residents of Bruce and Grey counties for residents who have a disability.
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Additional weekday closures of LaSalle Causeway (Tue, 29 Jul 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the LaSalle Causeway will be fully closed to vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians to allow for off-schedule openings of the main marine navigation channel.
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Commission authorizes Ontario Power Generation to construct and operate the Pickering Component Storage Structure at Pickering Waste Management Facility (Mon, 28 Jul 2025)
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to authorize Ontario Power Generation to construct and operate the Pickering Component Storage Structure at the Pickering Waste Management Facility.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Fri, 25 Jul 2025)
On July 13 and July 20, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
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Full closures of Alexandra Bridge (Fri, 25 Jul 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that on July 30 and August 2, 6, 9, 13 and 16, the Alexandra Bridge will be closed and patrolled for safety measures during the event Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy.
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Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing (Wed, 23 Jul 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing for maintenance work.
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Government of Canada to support Northern Super League’s inaugural championship event (Fri, 18 Jul 2025)
Northern Super League’s three-day championship event in November to celebrate women’s sports and fans
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Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture meet to help strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of the sector (Fri, 18 Jul 2025)
Yesterday, federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture met virtually to discuss ways to support a more resilient and competitive agriculture sector and food supply chains that make up Canada’s agri-food landscape.
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End of lockdown and search at Joyceville Institution (Thu, 17 Jul 2025)
The lockdown put in place at Joyceville Institution on July 11, 2025, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has continued with its normal operations and visits have resumed.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution (Thu, 17 Jul 2025)
Between July 9 and 10, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Minister Hajdu to make an announcement in Sault Ste. Marie (Tue, 15 Jul 2025)
The Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, will be in Sault Ste. Marie to make an announcement.
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Millions Flow into Great Lakes: Canada funds $9.3 million in freshwater solutions  (Fri, 11 Jul 2025)
The Government of Canada announced 26 projects receiving funding under the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.
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Millions Flow into Great Lakes: Canada funds $9.3 million in freshwater solutions (Fri, 11 Jul 2025)
Water sustains life; it is a vital resource for people, nature and our economy. It is more important now than ever that we invest in protecting our freshwater to build a cleaner, safer and sustainable future for all. The Great Lakes Watershed is a critical freshwater system that we have here in Canada. It supports industry, recreation, ecosystems, and culture. It also holds spiritual and cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and their way of life.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Millhaven Institution (Fri, 11 Jul 2025)
On July 10, 2025, 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.
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Lockdown at Joyceville Institution (Fri, 11 Jul 2025)
Today, a lockdown was put in place at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, to enable staff to complete an exceptional search.
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Government of Canada to make an announcement in Burlington to protect Canada’s fresh water (Thu, 10 Jul 2025)
Burlington, Ontario – July 14, 2025 – The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will make an announcement regarding the protection of fresh water in the Great Lakes.
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Federal government and East Gwillimbury partner to help residents walk a new path (Wed, 09 Jul 2025)
East Gwillimbury will expand its active transportation network thanks to a joint investment of $7.6 million with the federal government and York Region.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Tue, 08 Jul 2025)
On June 30, 2025, 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.
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Canada and Ontario investing to improve energy efficiency in province’s agri-food industry (Tue, 08 Jul 2025)
Provincial and federal investment of up to $3 million will help farmers implement energy efficiency projects that will help boost their competitiveness in the face of U.S. tariffs
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Supporting the transition to zero-emission public transit (Tue, 08 Jul 2025)
Today, the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, Basil Clarke, Warden of the County of Simcoe and Mayor of the Township of Ramara, and Josipa Petrunic, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC), announced a combined investment of $221,116 for the development of a strategy to transition to zero emission transit technology in the County of Simcoe.
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Canada and Ontario strengthening province's agri-food industry (Fri, 04 Jul 2025)
Provincial and federal governments investing $4.4 million to support small agri-food businesses, expand export opportunities and increase food safety
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution (Fri, 04 Jul 2025)
On June 25, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Federal government strengthens the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (Mon, 30 Jun 2025)
As part of the Government’s efforts to build one Canadian economy, the federal government will be removing all remaining federal exceptions from the Canadian Free Trade Agreement.
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Seizure of contraband items at Warkworth Institution (Mon, 30 Jun 2025)
On June 13, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Closures of National Capital Region bridges (Fri, 27 Jun 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the following bridges will be closed from Tuesday, July 1, at 6 am, to Wednesday, July 2, at 2 am, to accommodate Canada Day activities.
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Government of Canada supports new AI Business Catalyst program (Thu, 26 Jun 2025)
SMEs to adopt AI with help from new Toronto Region Board of Trade program
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Ontario strengthening province’s cattle farm sector (Thu, 26 Jun 2025)
The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $5 million to help make community grazing pastures in Ontario more productive and resilient.
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Federal government and the municipality of Casselman invest in Bird’s Eye View Park  (Thu, 26 Jun 2025)
Casselman is developing Bird’s Eye View Park into a welcoming green space with a focus on bird life, after a combined investment of $1,000,000 from the federal government and the municipality. Giovanna Mingarelli, Member of Parliament for Prescott—Russell—Cumberland and Mayor Geneviève Lajoie, were onsite today to make the announcement.
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CBSA investigation leads to firearm and forgery-related charges for a resident of Markham, Ontario (Thu, 26 Jun 2025)
CBSA investigation leads to firearm and forgery-related charges for a resident of Markham, Ontario
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Government of Canada celebrates AI and Tech Innovation in Toronto (Wed, 25 Jun 2025)
Minister Solomon meets with leaders in innovation during Toronto Tech Week
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Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Casselman (Wed, 25 Jun 2025)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Member of Parliament Giovanna Mingarelli and Mayor Geneviève Lajoie.
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Government of Canada to support artificial intelligence adoption for southern Ontario businesses (Wed, 25 Jun 2025)
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of AI adoption for southern Ontario businesses.
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Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre (Mon, 23 Jun 2025)
On June 23, 2025, Sheridon Drennan, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
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Seizure of contraband at Bath Institution  (Mon, 23 Jun 2025)
On June 17, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband was seized at Bath Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Federal government and Petawawa invest in active transportation  (Thu, 19 Jun 2025)
A 1.4km asphalt multi-use pathway has been constructed along Laurentian Drive after a joint investment of $435,500 from the federal government and municipal governments.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Thu, 19 Jun 2025)
Between June 15 and 16, 2025, 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.
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Alternating lane closures on LaSalle Causeway (Wed, 18 Jun 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of intermittent alternating lane closures on the LaSalle Causeway to continue with carrying out modifications to the bridge structure.
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Government of Canada recognizes national historic significance of the Co-operative Union of Canada - the first organization to unite and represent Canadian co-operatives. (Fri, 13 Jun 2025)
Government of Canada recognizes national historic significance of the Co-operative Union of Canada - the first organization to unite and represent Canadian co-operatives.
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LaSalle Causeway: Update on closures (Fri, 13 Jun 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada would like to provide an update on the temporary closures for marine openings on the LaSalle Causeway.
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Government of Canada supports scale up of Vars windows and doors manufacturer (Mon, 09 Jun 2025)
Local business receives funding to commercialize new product line
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LaSalle Causeway: Temporary closures for marine openings (Tue, 03 Jun 2025)
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that the LaSalle Causeway will be fully closed to vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians to allow for the temporary opening of the main marine navigation channel
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution (Fri, 30 May 2025)
On May 27, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband was seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Death of an inmate from Bath Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre (Thu, 29 May 2025)
On May 27, 2025, Robert Edgar, an inmate from Bath Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution (Mon, 26 May 2025)
On May 23, 2025, 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.
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Commission amends Ontario Power Generation’s operating licence for the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station to authorize the production of lutetium-177 and yttrium-90 (Mon, 26 May 2025)
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to amend Ontario Power Generation’s power reactor operating licence for the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station to authorize the production of lutetium-177 and yttrium-90.
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Death of an inmate from Bath Institution (Fri, 23 May 2025)
On May 22, 2025, Dennis Stewart, an inmate from Bath Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
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Change of Command Ceremony at Warkworth Institution   (Fri, 23 May 2025)
On May 23, 2025, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony at Warkworth Institution, in the Ontario and Nunavut Region. This occasion marked the change in command from the outgoing Warden Dave Dunk to the incoming Warden Henry Saulnier.
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Death of an inmate from Bath Institution (Thu, 22 May 2025)
On May 21, 2025, Zafar Ullah, an inmate from Bath Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
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Toronto is the most populous city in Canada and the provincial capital of Ontario. Toronto is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. With over 2.5 million residents, it is the fifth most populous municipality in North America. Toronto is at the heart of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and is part of a densely populated region in Southern Ontario known as the Golden Horseshoe, which is home to 8.1 million residents and has approximately 25% of Canada's population.  The Toronto metropolitan census area had a population of 5,113,149, and the Greater Toronto Area had a population of 5,555,912 in the 2006 Census.

 

As Canada's economic capital, Toronto is considered a global city and is one of the top financial centres in the world. Toronto's leading economic sectors include finance, business services, telecommunications, aerospace, transportation, media, arts, film, television production, publishing, software production, medical research, education, tourism and sports industries.The Toronto Stock Exchange, the world's seventh largest, is headquartered in the city, along with most of Canada's corporations. They also have an NHL hockey team, called the Toronto Maple Leafs.

 

Toronto's population is cosmopolitan and international, reflecting its role as an important destination for immigrants to Canada. Toronto is one of the world's most diverse cities by percentage of non-native-born residents, as about 49% of the population were born outside of Canada.  Because of the city's low crime rates, clean environment, high standard of living, and friendly attitude to diversity, Toronto is consistently rated as one of the world's most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit and the Mercer Quality of Living Survey.  In addition, Toronto was ranked as the most expensive Canadian city in which to live in 2006.

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