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🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Premier wants to see ‘gold mine’ airport in downtown Toronto expanded for jets

Ontario Premier Doug Ford advocates for the expansion of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to accommodate larger jets.

Feb 27 • 17:22 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government spends further $1.7M advertising its plans for Ontario Place

The Ford government in Ontario has spent $1.7 million on advertising to promote its redevelopment plans for Ontario Place, facing criticism over the expenditure as unnecessary.

Feb 26 • 22:42 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford says Toronto has ‘one of the worst’ convention centres in the world, teases rebuild

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced plans for a significant overhaul of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, citing its current status as one of the worst in the world.

Feb 26 • 19:52 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Crown Royal bottling plant in Ontario town shuts down 2 days early

The Crown Royal bottling plant in Amherstburg, Ontario, has closed two days ahead of schedule amid ongoing disputes over its future and efforts by Premier Doug Ford to intervene.

Feb 25 • 23:17 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government supportive of Niagara amalgamation, hoping for local plan

Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed that any proposal for amalgamating local councils in the Niagara Region must originate locally and gain substantial support from local authorities.

Feb 25 • 20:21 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

After promise of funds for Taste of the Danforth, Toronto pushes forward festival plan

Toronto is cautiously optimistic about the Ontario Premier's pledge of financial aid to revive the Taste of the Danforth festival, which has struggled to recover from the pandemic.

Feb 25 • 17:13 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government still ‘discussing’ whether or not to abolish trustees

Doug Ford is still considering the elimination of elected trustees in Ontario's school boards amid ongoing reforms.

Feb 24 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘It’s not a freebie’: Ford government defends OSAP changes as opposition continues

Ontario Premier Doug Ford stands firm on changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), stating that funding for student loans is no longer a free entitlement as opposition mounts.

Feb 23 • 21:54 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

After latest tariff twist, Doug Ford says he ‘can’t wait’ for U.S. midterms

Ontario Premier Doug Ford expresses eagerness for the U.S. midterm elections following a Supreme Court decision that did not alleviate pressures from existing tariffs affecting the provincial economy.

Feb 23 • 17:08 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario bars can open at 6 a.m. Sunday to host Team Canada watch parties

Ontario bars will be allowed to open at 6 a.m. to serve alcohol during the men’s Olympic hockey gold medal game.

Feb 20 • 21:24 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

What we know about the OSAP changes announced by Doug Ford

The Ontario government announced significant changes to its student financial aid program, OSAP, limiting grants to 25% of total aid and increasing loans effective Fall 2026.

Feb 20 • 17:59 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Behind the scenes of Diageo’s attempts to soften the blow of an Ontario plant closure

Diageo's closure of its Crown Royal plant in Ontario has led to tensions with the provincial government, prompting Premier Doug Ford to initially take a strong stance before settling on a more diplomatic solution after negotiations with the company.

Feb 20 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Randall Denley: Ontario finally gets serious about making universities and colleges work for the province

Ontario's government commits $6.4 billion over four years to improve its colleges and universities, addressing previous fiscal negligence.

Feb 19 • 21:12 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government faces ‘save OSAP’ campaign to reverse student loan changes

The Ontario government under Premier Doug Ford is facing mounting opposition to changes in the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) that favor loans over grants as part of efforts to reform post-secondary funding.

Feb 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Doug Ford promises funds to bring Taste of Danforth back after financial struggles

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has pledged to fund the revival of the Taste of the Danforth festival and encouraged Mayor Olivia Chow to contribute as well.

Feb 18 • 18:57 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario Line opening date uncertain, construction to be finished in ‘early 2030s’

The Ontario Line subway's opening date has been pushed back, with construction now expected to be completed in the early 2030s due to escalating costs.

Feb 18 • 17:09 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Michael Taube: Doug Ford’s daughter lets slip he may run for Conservative leader ‘at some point’

Doug Ford's daughter sparked speculation about his potential bid for Conservative leadership during a podcast appearance.

Feb 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford says he faced ‘massive pressure’ from colleges, universities to increase tuition

Ontario Premier Doug Ford acknowledged significant pressure from post-secondary institutions to raise tuition fees and modify student grants amid rising operational costs.

Feb 17 • 21:16 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford government would use LCBO ‘clout’ in future fights with companies

Ontario's finance minister indicates the government may leverage the LCBO's purchasing power in disputes with businesses, following a recent resolution with Diageo over Crown Royal.

Feb 16 • 16:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford backs down on Crown Royal ban after reaching agreement with Diageo

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has reached a $23 million agreement with Diageo regarding the continuation of Crown Royal sales in Ontario after initially threatening a ban.

Feb 13 • 17:49 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario insists auto strategy ‘has not changed’ as companies suspend and postpone plans

Ontario's government maintains its electric vehicle strategy is unchanged despite recent suspensions and postponements by some companies.

Feb 12 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ford says LCBO won’t bring back American booze despite renewed Trump threat

Ontario Premier Doug Ford maintains a ban on American alcohol in liquor stores despite U.S. President Donald Trump's criticisms.

Feb 10 • 16:10 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Government launches new ‘Protect Ontario’ commercial, won’t reveal cost

The Ontario government has launched a new advertising campaign called 'Protect Ontario,' sparking criticism over the use of public funds for promotion amid economic uncertainties.

Feb 9 • 20:21 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: How Canada squandered its most valuable national asset

The article discusses Canada's declining status as a producer of cheap electricity and its shift to becoming a net importer of power, highlighting political tensions with the United States.

Feb 9 • 12:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for New York and Ontario: Kathy Hochul sealed a historic agreement on advanced nuclear technology

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a historic agreement on advanced nuclear technology, underlining the strong economic ties between the two regions.

Feb 8 • 10:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Canadian columnist asks if Trump will arrest Canada leader after Maduro arrest

An opinion piece raises concerns about the possibility of President Trump arresting Ontario Premier Doug Ford in the wake of U.S. military actions against Venezuela that resulted in Nicolás Maduro's capture.

Jan 9 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘Stock up’: Ontario premier promises to banish Crown Royal whisky from province

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has threatened to remove Crown Royal whisky from the province, urging rye drinkers to stock up amid a dispute with the spirits maker Diageo plc.

Jan 6 • 17:17 UTC

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