Canada Press
Europe Day 2022 in Canada, delegation-canada-event@eeas.europa.eu>, 5/5/2022
Every year, Europeans worldwide celebrate Europe Day on 9 May, in recognition of a significant moment in Europe’s history.
In his 9 May 1950 address, known as the Schuman Declaration, French Forei...
Toronto - The Bloor St. Culture Corridor - May 2022, Sandra Popescu, 5/1/2022
Happy Spring! We continue to share the most up-to-date information about arts and culture events from our Bloor St. Culture Corridor partners. There's certainly a sense of renewal with so many of our ...
Ontario’s Plan to Build - 2022 Budget supports a plan for better jobs and bigger paycheques, building highways, transit and hospitals, and lower costs for families, Emily Hogeveen, 4/28/2022
April 28, 2022
Ministry of Finance
TORONTO — Today, Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2022 Budget. Ontario’s Plan to Build has five pillars:
1. Rebuilding Ontario’s Econom...
Ontario on Track to Build 30,000 New Long-Term Care Beds, Vanessa De Matteis, 4/22/2022
April 21, 2022
Ministry of Long-Term Care
OTTAWA — The Ontario government is on track to make good on its commitment to build 30,000 much-needed net new long-term care beds in the province by 20...
Ontario Increasing Supports to Improve Community Safety, Hannah Jensen, 4/13/2022
MISSISSAUGA — The Ontario government is investing more than $267 million over three years to provide police services across the province with significant new resources to safeguard their local c...
$13.2 Billion Child Care Deal will Lower Fees for Families, Grace Lee, 4/11/2022
TORONTO — Ontario and Canada have signed a $13.2 billion agreement that will lower fees for families and deliver an average of $10 a day child care by September 2025.
Highlights of Ontario’s be...
Canada expands simplified renewal process for passports , Aidan Strickland, 4/3/2022
—Ottawa—
As COVID 19 restrictions are lifted, more and more Canadians are looking to travel abroad. The Government of Canada will continue to modernize and improve its services to better respond to...
Toronto - April 2022 The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 4/1/2022
Happy Spring! We continue to share the most up-to-date information about arts and culture events from our Bloor St. Culture Corridor partners. There's certainly a sense of renewal with so many of our ...
Province Breaks Ground on Ontario Line, Alexandra Adamo, 3/27/2022
All-new subway line will bring better, rapid transit to Toronto, create thousands of new jobs and spur economic growth
March 27, 2022
Premier's Office
TORONTO — The province has officially bro...
Toronto - March 2022 The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 3/1/2022
We continue to share the most up-to-date information about arts and culture events from our Bloor St. Culture Corridor partners. Don't forget to plan your March break activities along the BCC with gre...
Ontario Eliminating Licence Plate Renewal Fees and Stickers, Ivana Yelich, 2/22/2022
Province is cutting costs and making life more convenient for millions of vehicle owners
February 22, 2022
Premier's Office
TORONTO – The Ontario government is making life more affordable ...
Ontario Moving to Next Phase of Reopening on February 17, Ivana Yelich, 2/14/2022
NEWS RELEASE
Ontario Moving to Next Phase of Reopening on February 17
Improvements in key indicators allowing province to safely ease public health measures sooner
February 14, 2022
Premier's Of...
Ontario Expanding Access to Free Rapid Tests for General Public, Alexandra Hilkene, 2/9/2022
5 Million Free Rapid Tests Available Each Week at over 2,300 Pharmacy and Grocery Stores Across the Province
February 09, 2022
Ministry of Health
TORONTO — To further support the province’s cau...
Alberta to end its vaccine-passport, Canada Press, 2/8/2022
Edmonton—Alberta’s vaccine passport program will come to an end by midnight on Tuesday, Premier Jason Kenney has announced.
The passport system, dubbed as the Restrictions Exemption Program, is the...
Ottawa declares emergency, Canada Press, 2/7/2022
The mayor of Canada's capital Ottawa has declared a state of emergency in response to more than a week of truckers' protests against Covid restrictions.
Jim Watson said the city was "completely out...
Toronto - February 2022 The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 2/1/2022
We continue to share the most up-to-date information about arts and culture events from our Bloor St. Culture Corridor partners - you'll find plenty of re-opening information below!
And to make sur...
Ontario to ease COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants, indoor gatherings on Jan. 31 , canada press, 1/29/2022
Masking and other measures in place to fight COVID-19 will go to a full review in the spring, Ontario’s chief medical officer pledged as he detailed how daily life will change when the province begins...
Ontario Building Strong Rural Communities, Zoe Knowles, 1/25/2022
January 25, 2022
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
TORONTO — The Ontario government is building strong rural communities with investments that will help to accelerate the creation of ...
Ontario Outlines Steps to Cautiously and Gradually Ease Public Health Measures Time-limited Measures to Blunt Spread of Omicron Protecting Hospital and Health Care Capacity, Ivana Yelich, 1/20/2022
January 20, 2022
Premier's Office
TORONTO — With key public health and health care indicators starting to show signs of improvement, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Me...
Toronto - January 2022 , The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 1/7/2022
Happy New Year! We are delighted to ring in the new year with you all, as we celebrate a fresh start with lots of offerings on display from our partners. Even with recent restrictions, there are plent...
Ontario Temporarily Moving to Modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen, Ivana Yelich, 1/3/2022
Ontario Temporarily Moving to Modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen
Time-limited measures needed to preserve hospital capacity as province continues to accelerate booster dose rollout
January 0...
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau - " the country’s top priorities as 2021 turns to 2022 ", The Canadian Press, 1/1/2022
Coming to terms with the “historical wrongs” of Canada’s past, as well as boosting vaccination efforts remain some of the country’s top priorities as 2021 turns to 2022, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ...
Canada welcomes the most immigrants in a single year in its history, Alexander Cohen, 12/23/2021
Government reaches target of 401,000 new permanent residents in 2021
December 23, 2021—Ottawa—With the significant exception of Indigenous people, all Canadians originally come from somewhere else....
Ontario Further Strengthening Response to Omicron, Ivana Yelich, 12/17/2021
NEWS RELEASE
Ontario Further Strengthening Response to Omicron
Additional measures to slow the spread as province accelerates booster dose rollout
December 17, 2021
Premier's Office
TOR...
Health researchers across Canada launch projects to mitigate impacts of COVID-19 pandemic on children, youth and families, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, 12/9/2021
For immediate release / December 9, 2021 – Ottawa, Ontario – Canadian Institutes of Health Research
The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly affected the lives of families in Canada. Children have been...
Ontario Extending Pause on Lifting Capacity Limits in Remaining Settings Where Proof of Vaccination is Required, Anna Miller, 12/7/2021
Cautious Approach Key to Protecting Our Progress as Province Learns More About the Omicron Variant
December 07, 2021
Ministry of Health
TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation wit...
December 2021 - The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 12/1/2021
December is right around the corner - did you know that BCC partner organizations have plenty of gift options for your loved ones? There are fantastic gift shops at the Native Canadian Centre of Toron...
You can now get free passes to the ROM and AGO in Toronto, Sandra P, 11/21/2021
e Toronto Public Library is not only lending you books this holiday season but now they're lending you passes to visit museums and art galleries across Toronto.
The Museum + Arts Pass program is ba...
Build Ontario- Province Releases the 2021 Fall Economic Statement, Emily Hogeveen, 11/4/2021
November 04, 2021
Ministry of Finance
TORONTO — Today, Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2021 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: Build Ontario. The plan lays out h...
Ontario to Raise Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour, Ivana Yelich, 11/2/2021
Government working for workers by enhancing wages and take-home pay
November 02, 2021
Premier's Office
TORONTO — As part of the 2021 Fall Economic Statement, the Ontario government will int...
November 2021 - The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 11/1/2021
November is here, and partners along the Bloor St. Culture Corridor continue to re-open their doors, announce their seasons, and welcome the back the public! At the same time, there are a host of digi...
Ontario Releases Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term, Ivana Yelich, 10/22/2021
Gradual, cautious approach to manage COVID-19 now and moving forward
October 22, 2021
Premier's Office
TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health...
Free Flu Shot Available to all Ontarians in November, Alexandra Hilkene, 10/19/2021
NEWS RELEASE
Free Flu Shot Available to all Ontarians in November
Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Season
October 19, 2021
Ministry of Health
TORONTO — To keep Ontarians health...
Ontario Cautiously Lifting Capacity Limits in Select Settings Public Health and Health Care Indicators Stable or Improving as Vaccination Rates Increase, Alexandra Hilkene, 10/8/2021
October 08, 2021
Ministry of Health
TORONTO — With public health and health care indicators remaining stable or improving, the government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Healt...
Targeted COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Screening to Keep Students Safe, Caitlin Clark, 10/5/2021
Government Increasing Access to Rapid Antigen Screening to Keep Students Learning In-Person and Child Care Centres Open
October 05, 2021
Ministry of Education
TORONTO — Ontario is improving acc...
Halloween arrives at Canada’s Wonderland this weekend with the opening of Halloween Haunt and Camp Spooky, Grace Peacock, 9/23/2021
Guests can enjoy Fun by Day, Fear by Night at these all-outdoor, immersive Halloween events
(VAUGHAN, ON) – The spookiest season of the year descends upon Canada’s Wonderland this weekend with the...
Canadian federal election 2021, cbc.ca, 9/21/2021
Fall starts tomorrow, but Justin Trudeau flirted with a fall of his own in the early morning hours today.
The Liberal leader came up short trying to secure the majority mandate he wanted in forcing...
Toronto International Film Festival announces 2021 Award winners, Sophie A.V., 9/18/2021
Media Release
September 18, 2021
TORONTO — The Toronto International Film Festival® has announced its award recipients for the 46th edition of the Festival, which concluded tonight with screenings...
Toronto International Film Festival announces 2021 Award winners, Sophie AV, 9/18/2021
Media Release
September 18, 2021
TORONTO — The Toronto International Film Festival® has announced its award recipients for the 46th edition of the Festival, which concluded tonight with screenings...
Students Head Back to Class in Safer Schools, Caitlin Clark, 9/7/2021
September 07, 2021
Ministry of Education
TORONTO — Today, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following statement as students head back to class:
“I am proud of all Ontario stu...
September 2021 - The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P, 9/1/2021
Season announcements are in the air along the Bloor St. Culture Corridor! Many of our partners are launching their 2021/22 seasons, including The Royal Conservatory, Soundstreams, and Hot Docs Ted Rog...
Canada expands resettlement program to bring more Afghans to safety, Alexander Cohen , 8/25/2021
The Government of Canada continues to be deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan and the risks it poses for many vulnerable Afghans. Canada’s special immigration program has alr...
2021 Canadian federal election, Sandra P., 8/25/2021
The 2021 Canadian federal election will take place on September 20, 2021, to elect members of the House of Commons to the 44th Canadian Parliament.
The writs of election were issued by Governor Ge...
Torornot - August 2021 The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 8/1/2021
In-person events are returning! Several of our partners have now opened their doors to invite guests to experience what they have to offer. Throughout this pandemic arts and culture have been a lifeli...
Ontario Ramping Up Efforts to Reduce Surgical Wait Times, Alexandra Hilkene, 7/28/2021
Additional Funding Will Allow Province to Perform Thousands More Surgeries, Procedures and Diagnostic Imaging Hours
July 28, 2021
Ministry of Health
TORONTO — The Ontario government is investin...
New open work permit available for recent permanent residency applicants, Alex Cohen, 7/19/2021
Ottawa—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced today that, beginning July 26, 2021, individuals who have applied for the recently opened pathw...
Ontario Moving to Step Three of Roadmap to Reopen on July 16, Ivana Yelich, 7/9/2021
NEWS RELEASE
Ontario Moving to Step Three of Roadmap to Reopen on July 16
Continuing Improvements in Key Indicators Allowing Province to Safely Expand Indoor Settings and Capacity Limits
July 09, 2...
Mary Simon has been named as Canada's next governor general, Sandra P., 7/6/2021
Tue., July 6, 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau named Mary Simon, a former diplomat and advocate for Inuit rights and culture, as Canada’s 30th governor general Tuesday.
Here’s a quick list of ...
Toronto - The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, July 2021, Sandra P., 7/2/2021
Arts and culture can be a lifeline of positivity, inspiration, and connection. Our incredible Bloor St Culture Corridor organizations are working to bring more joy and creativity into your home in ima...
Canada Day , Sandra P., 6/30/2021
O Canada! It’s time to celebrate Canada Day observed this year on Thursday, July 1.
Canada Day (French: Fête du Canada) is a federal statutory holiday celebrating Canadian Confederation. ...
Canada announces 3 new initiatives to welcome and support more refugees, Alexander Cohen, 6/18/2021
June 18, 2021—Ottawa—The world is facing a refugee crisis. Across the globe, millions are displaced and longing for what most of us take for granted: a safe place to call home. As a global leader in p...
Ontario to Move to Step One of Roadmap to Reopen on June 11, Ivana Yelich, 6/7/2021
NEWS RELEASE
Ontario to Move to Step One of Roadmap to Reopen on June 11
Improvements in Key Indicators Allowing Province to Begin the Safe and Gradual Lifting of Public Health Measures
June 07...
Ontario Maintains COVID-19 Restrictions as Stay-at-Home Order is Set to Expire, Stephen Warner, 6/1/2021
NEWS RELEASE
Ontario Maintains COVID-19 Restrictions as Stay-at-Home Order is Set to Expire
Measures address ongoing risks as province prepares to safely and cautiously reopen
June 01, 2021
Mini...
Toronto-The Bloor St. Culture Corridor,June 2021, Sandra P., 6/1/2021
Arts and culture can be a lifeline of positivity, inspiration, and connection. Our incredible Bloor St Culture Corridor organizations are working to bring more joy and creativity into your home in ima...
Ontario Making it Affordable and Easier to Visit Ontario Parks, Gary Wheeler, 5/28/2021
NEWS RELEASE
Ontario Making it Affordable and Easier to Visit Ontario Parks
Free day-use permits Monday to Thursday and new tool to obtain permits in advance
May 28, 2021
Ministry of the Environ...
Ontario Releases Three-Step Roadmap to Safely Reopen the Province, Ivana Yelich, 5/20/2021
May 20, 2021
Premier's Office
TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has released its Roadmap to Reopen, a three-step plan to safely and ...
Minister Mendicino highlights immigration investments in Budget 2021 in support of Canada’s economic recovery, Alex Cohen, 5/12/2021
May 12, 2021—Ottawa—The pandemic has disproportionately affected low-wage workers, young people, women and racialized Canadians. Last month, our government released a plan to support them in Budget 20...
9 May Europe Day 2021 in Canada, @EUinCanada , 5/7/2021
To mark Europe Day and the 45th anniversary of the Delegation of the European Union to Canada, join us for a series of activities marking these special occasions this Sunday and throughout the month o...
Toronto - May 2021, The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 5/3/2021
Arts and culture can be a lifeline of positivity, inspiration, and connection. Our incredible Bloor St Culture Corridor organizations are working to bring more joy and creativity into your home in ima...
Statement by The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Orthodox Easter:, Prime Minister's Office, 5/2/2021
May 2, 2021
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Orthodox Easter:
“Today, people of the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern C...
Pandemic recovery will depend on our mental health investments: Canadian Psychological Association media release, Eric Bollman, 4/21/2021
April 21, 2021 (Ottawa) – Yesterday’s federal budget provided the people of Canada with a roadmap to recover from the COVID-19 global pandemic through investments in a series of targeted measures to i...
News Release Ontario Strengthens Enforcement of Stay-at-Home Order , Ivana Yelich, 4/16/2021
April 16, 2021
Implementing Stronger Enforcement, Travel Restrictions, Public Health Measures to Stop the Spread of COVID-19 and Save Lives
TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the...
News Release Ontario Enacts Provincial Emergency and Stay-at-Home Order , Ivana Yelich, 4/7/2021
April 7, 2021
Additional measures needed to protect health system capacity and save lives during third wave of COVID-19
TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Off...
News Release - Ontario Implements Provincewide Emergency Brake , Ivana Yelich, 4/2/2021
All 34 Public Health Unit Regions to Move into Shutdown
TORONTO —The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is imposing a province...
Toronto - April 2021 The Bloor St. Culture Corridor, Sandra P., 4/1/2021
Arts and culture can be a lifeline of positivity, inspiration, and connection. Our incredible Bloor St Culture Corridor organizations are working to bring more joy and creativity into your home in ima...
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