Ontario Strengthening Protections for Adopted Children
New legislation would enhance the private and international adoption system to protect the well-being of children RICHMOND HILL — The Ontario government…
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Ontario Expanding Adult Correctional Capacity to Keep Dangerous Offenders Behind Bars
Province adding more than 2,500 permanent jail beds across the province TORONTO — As part of the government’s plan to strengthen the bail…
Team Ontario United Behind Toronto’s Bid to Host the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank
Premier Ford joined by leaders from across Ontario to make the case for Toronto’s selection as the bank’s headquarters by the federal…
Ontario Investing $5 Million to Strengthen Province’s Position as a Global Leader in Life Sciences
Life Sciences Innovation Fund will help 10 companies create good-paying jobs and commercialize innovative medical technologies TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $5 million through…
Ontario Expanding Scope of Practice for Pharmacists and Other Health Professionals
Province allowing pharmacists to administer additional vaccines for six diseases and prescribe for nine more common ailments TORONTO — To protect Ontario’s…
Ontario Lowering Eligibility Age for Life-Saving Colon Cancer Screening
Everyone 45 years of age and older will be eligible to access publicly funded colorectal cancer screening as of July 1 TORONTO…
Ontario Reducing Wait Times for Police Record Checks
Proposed changes would support people seeking employment and volunteer roles BARRIE — As part of an upcoming legislative package, the Ontario government…
Ontario Helping Connect More Students With Rewarding Careers in the Skilled Trades
Level Up! career fairs will help over 60,000 students and jobseekers learn about good-paying in-demand jobs TORONTO — The Ontario government is…
Ontario Protecting Transit Users From Illegal Drug Use
Proposed changes would enhance enforcement on transit and crack down on illegal drug production TORONTO — As part of its ongoing work…
Ontario Investing $1.6 Billion to Build and Expand Schools Across Ontario
More than 29,000 students will benefit from new, modern classrooms that prepare them for good-paying, stable careers KILWORTH — The Ontario government is…
Ontario Supporting Access to Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
Province launching consultation to support sale and use of over-the-counter hearing aids The Ontario government is looking for feedback on new potential…
Ontario Introducing Legislation to Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape and Supporting Workers
Province taking next step to reduce delays and regulatory burdens to build a stronger, more competitive and more resilient economy TORONTO —…