The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reports a more than 40% increase in fatal collisions caused by distracted driving on the roads it patrols, compared to […]
Tag: Ontario
Above-Average Temperatures Diminish Ontario’s Vibrant Fall Colors
An unusually warm fall in Ontario may prevent the province from experiencing the vibrant fall foliage that typically brightens the treetops this time of year. […]
Thunder Bay Advocacy Group Says Ontario’s Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short for Local Workers
Ontario’s general minimum wage increased by 60 cents on Oct. 1, bringing it to $17.20 per hour. However, advocates in Thunder Bay argue that this […]
Ontario Grocers Voice Concerns Over New Rule Mandating Return of Empty Alcohol Containers
When The Village Grocer began selling beer and wine five years ago, it seemed like a perfect addition to its offerings, which already included grocery […]
Skilled Trades Highlighted at Ontario Sheet Metal Competition
Sheet metal worker apprentices from across Ontario are showcasing their skills in Thunder Bay this week during the 51st Annual Sheet Metal Apprenticeship Competition. The […]
Ontario Reduces Funding for Daycare Centres Not Participating in $10-a-Day Program
Ontario child-care centres that aren’t part of the national $10-a-day program will soon lose provincial funding, cutting fee subsidies for lower-income families and leading to […]