Ottawa Latest News

• Critics claim skills development fund is ‘circular economy’ of tax dollars, donations

  Ontario Liberal MPP John Fraser claimed the process appears to be a 'scheme.'

  Politics

  10 mins
• Ford government ‘working on’ anti-scalping plan, unlikely to be in place for Blue Jays games

  As tickets to catch a moment of the Toronto Blue Jays' post-season run sold for thousands, Ford had mused about reviving anti-scalping legislation.

  Politics

  Oct 28
• Ford government to limit debate, skip public hearings on bill to scrap speed cameras

  Government House Leader Steve Clark is proposing to fast track a red tape reduction bill that includes banning speed cameras, a labour bill and an emergency management bill.

  Politics

  Oct 28
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• Ford calls fixed election dates a ‘fake law’, defends proposed changes

   The Ford government announced it intended to make major changes to the rules governing elections in Ontario, including to donations and the date voters head to the polls.

  Politics

  Oct 28
• Ontario plans to waive HST on new homes for first-time buyers up to $1M

  On Tuesday morning, Housing Minister Rob Flack and Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy announced the move, confirming a policy which had, at times, appeared in flux.

  Politics

  Oct 28
• Batherson, Stutzle help Senators scorch Bruins 7-2 for third win in a row

  The Ottawa Senators extended their winning streak to three games by dominating the Boston Bruins 7-2 on Monday.

  Sports

  Oct 28
• Blue Jays fans stick it out until early morning hours to see L.A. Dodgers take Game 3

  Patience is a virtue but it didn't pay off for the Toronto Blue Jays fans who stuck it out until almost 3 a.m. at Rogers Centre for a watch party.

  Sports

  Oct 28
• OPINION: Dodgers edge Jays in historic, never-ending drama of heroics and strategy

  The Jays were a heavyweight fighter that had thrown punch after punch, and absorbed blow after blow, but were left wobbling in the ring. Could they make it to the final bell?

  Commentary

  Oct 28
• More U.S. tariffs would be ‘very damaging,’ auto industry tells MPs

  Canada's automotive industry representatives said some vehicle manufacturers are voicing concern about being seen as 'too American' in the tense climate.

  Canada

  Oct 27
• Ford government to raise donation limits, scrap fixed-term elections

  The sweeping changes to how elections will work in the province were announced through a news release by the provincial government on Monday afternoon.

  Canada

  Oct 27
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• Defiant Ford defends ‘most successful ad in history of North America’

  A defiant Doug Ford said the commercial his government launched, to the fury of U.S. President Donald Trump, derailing trade talks, has 'achieved' its goal and will now end.

  Politics

  Oct 27
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• Ontario adds $1.1B home care funding to reduce hospital pressures

  On Monday, Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy said he would announce the money as part of the fall economic statement when it is tabled next month.

  Health

  Oct 27
• Ontario Reagan commercial produced by firm with ties to Doug Ford’s PC party

  On Monday, Ford called the commercial 'the most successful ad in the history of North America' owing to the intense conversation and reaction triggered by the television spot.

  Politics

  Oct 27
• Ontario city to fine homeowners who block public paths with loose leaves

  Burlington council has approved fines for residents who leave piles of leaves blocking sidewalks, bike lanes, roads or storm drains, citing safety and flooding risks.

  Environment

  Oct 27
• Was that Colonel Sanders at the Blue Jays game?

  No, your eyes weren't deceiving you, Jays fans. That was Colonel Sanders behind the plate.

  Sports

  Oct 26
• Blue Jays fans’ Canadian kindness on display

  A viral Reddit thread has prompted over 150 Blue Jays fans to donate to the Seattle Children's Hospital. 

  Sports

  Oct 26
• Culture at heart of Blue Jays’ World Series run

  Whether it was at the draft, the trade deadline, or during free agency, Ross Atkins has always emphasized the importance of values during his decade as general manager of the Toronto Blue Jays.

  Sports

  Oct 26
• Scherzer honoured to play in a fourth World Series

  When the Toronto Blue Jays clinched a trip to the World Series, veteran pitcher Max Scherzer was emotional about getting another chance to play in the Fall Classic.

  Sports

  Oct 26
• OPINION: Outrageous pitching performance by Dodgers ace leaves Jays bats speechless

  Yamamoto mowed down hitter after hitter. Good pitches are often called filthy. His stuff was disgusting. Gross. Cover-your-eyes nasty. You get the idea.

  Commentary

  Oct 26
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• Carter still feeling the love from Blue Jays fans

  More than three decades after hitting the biggest home run in Blue Jays history, Joe Carter is still feeling the love from Toronto.

  Sports

  Oct 25
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• Tavares scores in OT, Leafs top Sabres

  John Tavares scored his 499th career goal on a breakaway at 1:28 of overtime as the Toronto Maple Leafs snapped a three-game slide with a 4-3 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday.

  Sports

  Oct 25
• Jays fans still confident after Dodgers win Game 2

  Blue Jays fans were quieted Saturday night after Toronto dropped Game 2 of the World Series against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers, but still expressed confidence in the Jays and the energy they're bringing to the city.

  Sports

  Oct 25
• Dodgers beat Jays 5-1 to pull even in World Series

  Starters Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Kevin Gausman went old-school on Saturday with a classic pitching duel in Game 2 of the World Series.

  Sports

  Oct 25
• Interacting with Gaston a highlight for Schneider

  One of the highlights of Toronto skipper John Schneider's first day at the World Series — aside from the 11-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers — was getting a chance to connect with former Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston.

  Sports

  Oct 25
• COMMENTARY: Couch-surfing Barger and Blue Jays show world they can’t be underestimated

  The Jays have some big stars, but Barger represents the other element that has been key to their success: guys who scratched and clawed their way on to a major-league roster

  Commentary

  Oct 25