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Doug Ford's office warned police forces outside GTA may view helicopter purchase ‘negatively’

Oct 1, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Katherine DeClerq |Alan S. Hale |Mark Page |Catherine Griwkowsky

The premier’s office was informed that some police services may be unhappy that the province is purchasing helicopters for police forces in the Greater Toronto Area, documents show. The statement was made in a presentation on purchasing policing helicopters, on a page summarizing “the issue” and “suggested mitigation.” The document was obtained by Queen’s Park Today via a Freedom of Information request.
NDP reflecting on decision to split ties with Jama

Sep 25, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Katherine DeClerq |Alan S. Hale |Mark Page |Catherine Griwkowsky

By Katherine DeClerq September 25, 2024 The Ontario NDP may be regretting its decision to sever ties with its former caucus member-turned-Independent MPP Sarah Jama in Hamilton Centre.
Tow truck turf wars remain source of violence despite Ontario legislation

Sep 12, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Alan S. Hale |Mark Page |Katherine DeClerq |Catherine Griwkowsky

It appears the violent ‘turf wars’ between Ontario’s towing companies have not come to an end, despite the PC government’s efforts over the past three years — at least, not yet. Last month, York Region Police Chief Jim MacSween said that violence between tow truck operators remains a significant problem in his jurisdiction. “Organized crime is also behind both the nationwide increases in auto thefts that we have all witnessed and the ongoing conflict in the tow truck industry,” said MacSween.
B.C. alleges Ontario iGaming sites are targeting out-of-province users

Aug 13, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Mark Page |Katherine DeClerq |Catherine Griwkowsky |Alec Lazenby

A B.C. government investigation of unlawful access to international online gambling sites has found extensive alleged work-arounds by gaming companies and seemingly intentional advertising campaigns directed at B.C. residents, according to court documents filed in Ontario. The investigation was revealed in Ontario Court of Appeal filings related to that province seeking a reference decision on the legality of online poker players outside Canada betting against Ontario players.
Ontario's auto insurance changes could increase premiums, experts say

Aug 8, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Katherine DeClerq |Catherine Griwkowsky |Alan S. Hale |Alec Lazenby

Premier Doug Ford is following through on his promise to make more auto insurance benefits optional, although experts say the results could mean higher rates for drivers. The changes, which make all auto insurance coverage except for health and personal injury optional, were first announced in the province’s 2024 budget. The government argued at the time that some drivers may already have access to certain benefits through their workplace, so they should have a choice not to pay for them twice.
Competition Bureau kicks off 'greenwashing' review

Jul 23, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Catherine Griwkowsky |Alec Lazenby |Palak Mangat |Alan S. Hale

The Competition Bureau is moving to clarify the federal government’s controversial new anti-greenwashing rules while also recommending businesses not relay specific timelines about their emissions reduction goals in their marketing materials. On Monday, the bureau kicked off its consultation on new Competition Act rules on environmental advertising, releasing a bulletin on the amendments that came into force on June 20. The public consultation is open until September 27.
Ontario Ministry of Labour casting call seeks 'non-union' actors

Jul 18, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Alan S. Hale |Palak Mangat |Katherine DeClerq

Today is the deadline for actors interested in providing voice talent for the Ministry of Labour to submit demo tapes to a casting company working for the government. The catch is that “only Canadian, non-union performers” will be considered. That’s according to the casting call notice posted on an audition website by the firm Kim Hurdon Casting on behalf of the Ministry of Labour, a copy of which was obtained by Queen’s Park Today.
‘Deeply disturbing’ staffing levels at Nanaimo UPCC

Jul 11, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Alec Lazenby |Palak Mangat |Alan S. Hale |Katherine DeClerq

Mayors and health-care professionals are voicing concerns about Ministry of Health data from last winter that shows Urgent and Primary Care Centres (UPCC) in communities like Nanaimo and Ashcroft facing widespread staffing shortages. Issues with long wait times at the Nanaimo UPCC drew provincewide attention following the tragic death of a 23-year-old shelter worker named Sophia in November.
Expert welcomes Canada’s hotel-buying pitch for refugee claimants

Jul 8, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Palak Mangat |Alan S. Hale |Katherine DeClerq |Catherine Griwkowsky

As Ottawa mulls buying and converting hotels to help house asylum seekers, one expert says an unprecedented migration crisis is behind the move that could “substantially” help groups like hers cut costs. Immigration Minister Marc Miller recently teased the government is considering purchasing hotels to help provinces house refugee claimants.
Ontario MPP Goldie Ghamari accused of 'Islamophobia,' again

Jun 27, 2024 | politicstoday.news | Alan S. Hale |Katherine DeClerq |Catherine Griwkowsky |Alec Lazenby

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is, once again, refusing to remove PC MPP Goldie Ghamari from caucus despite renewed calls from the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) after she met with controversial far-right activist Stephen Yaxley Lennon, known commonly as “Tommy Robinson.”“The premier is extremely disappointed in MPP Ghamari’s decision to engage with and give a platform to an individual whose behaviour and beliefs are at odds with our government,” said Ford’s spokesperson Caitlin Clark.