OTTAWA – The federal ethics watchdog is examining whether Prime Minister Justin Trudeau violated the conflict of interest law over how he handled a decision to have WE Charity manage a $900-million federal program to pay students and fresh graduates for volunteer work this summer. The Liberal government announced FridayContinue Reading
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he has no firm date or timeline for when the province can move to the third and final stage of reopening its economy, saying he doesn’t “have a crystal ball” and wants to avoid the surge in cases seen in some U.S. states. A largeContinue Reading
Don’t expect to see bylaw officers hunting down those who fail to wear masks while inside stores and other buildings next week. Toronto council has made masks and face coverings mandatory in enclosed public places, starting July 7. The city appears to be putting the onus for compliance on storeContinue Reading
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Canada Day: “On Canada Day, we celebrate the amazing place we call home – and the people we share it with. Whether you are firing up the barbecue or playing outside with the kids, this is a chance toContinue Reading
Toronto Mayor John Tory says he wants a GTA-wide agreement requiring or encouraging mask use in most settings, as area mayors plan to meet virtually on Monday. “People have come to understand that the best way you can protect other people from the possibility you have the virus and areContinue Reading
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “Today on Canadian Multiculturalism Day, I join Canadians across the country to celebrate our diversity and reaffirm our commitment to equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. “Canadian Multiculturalism Day is an opportunity to recognize the important contributions that CanadiansContinue Reading
The ‘automated speed enforcement’ cameras are placed in wards around the city as part of the Vision Zero program that aims to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on city streets. (CBC) Speeding along Toronto’s streets? Don’t be surprised if you find a ticket in your mailbox. Toronto’s photo radar camerasContinue Reading
Post-secondary students and recent graduates are facing unique and unprecedented challenges because of COVID-19. There are fewer jobs, and many co-op, internship, and community service placements have been cancelled. At the same time, not-for profits are seeing an increased demand for their services and thousands of Canadians who want to beContinue Reading
Today, the Angus Reid Institute released a study detailing the prevalence of fear and hatred towards Chinese Canadians during COVID-19. This alarming trend – which has been referred to as the “Shadow Pandemic” – hits home for me. It’s yet another reminder that racism is real, and it has devastatingContinue Reading
Provincial labour laws on refusing dangerous work are being tested as businesses reopen during pandemic Security guards and a heath-care worker wait for patients at a COVID-19 testing centre in Ontario. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press) As more workplaces open up, Canadians are faced with the challenge of going back to workContinue Reading
