Category Archives: Ontario/Quebec
Ontario to open temporary drive test centres to clear backlog caused by COVID-19
TORONTO — Ontario is opening temporary road test centres to help address a large testing backlog that built up due to pandemic lockdowns. The province said the centres would open in areas where demand is highest to help more new drivers
Toronto, Vancouver Island protests shine spotlight on media access
TORONTO — Police and politicians' efforts to limit public access to recent events in Toronto and Vancouver Island have cast a spotlight on the role of journalists and spurred concerns over freedom of the press. The decision by authorities in Toronto
Quebec Opposition calls for COVID-19 vaccine passports as infections on the rise
MONTREAL — Quebec's official Opposition called on the government Tuesday to impose a vaccine-passport system as soon as possible, warning that if the province waits until September as planned, it could be too late to avoid another lockdown. With the nu...
Extracurricular activities back, no masks outside in Ontario back-to-school plan
TORONTO — Ontario students returning to schools next month will be able to play on sports teams, use instruments in music class, go on field trips and ditch masks outdoors, even if distance can't be maintained. The government released its back-to-schoo...
A look at the provincial government’s plans for a redeveloped Ontario Place
The Ontario government announced its plans Friday for a redeveloped Ontario Place. Three companies have been hired to develop and run new and upgraded attractions at the site. The province has not specified a cost for the work that it
Capacity limits are out, but masks will stay on after Step 3 of Ontario’s reopening
TORONTO — Ontario won't lift its mask mandate in the next phase of reopening, the province announced Friday, even as it plans to drop most other public health measures meant to curb the spread of COVID-19. There's still no date
Quebec adds 125 new COVID-19 cases, one further death attributed to virus
MONTREAL — Quebec reported 125 new COVID-19 cases and one additional death attributed to the novel coronavirus Friday. Health officials said the death, the first recorded since July 22, occurred sometime before Thursday. Authorities said 60 patients we...
Ford government outlines plans, selected companies for Ontario Place redevelopment
TORONTO — Three companies have been selected to redevelop the Ontario Place theme park on Toronto’s waterfront, with plans for year-round attractions including a larger concert venue, pools, gardens and an adventure park. Premier Doug Ford announced F...
Quebec to open pop-up vaccine clinic at La Ronde amusement park to reach young people
MONTREAL — Quebec reported 138 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, no more deaths attributed to the novel coronavirus, and the government announced it would open a pop-up vaccination clinic at an amusement park to reach young people. Health officials have ...
Business group calls for clarity as Ontario meets one target to lift restrictions
TORONTO — A prominent business group called for clarity Thursday on what's next in Ontario's reopening plan, as the province met a major milestone for further lifting restrictions. The province announced Thursday that 80 per cent of residents aged 12 a...