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October 19, 2026
Court BulletinMinistry of Finance

Tax cases bring 42 convictions and fines up to $94,350

The cases involve false land-transfer-tax statements and failures to report or pay employer health tax, with additional tax and penalties also potentially owed.

October 19, 2026
BulletinMinistry of Finance

Six tobacco investigations seize 12.95 million cigarettes

Six enforcement operations across five communities led to charges against eight people and seizures of cigarettes, cigars and other tobacco.

October 19, 2026
Court BulletinMinistry of Finance

Nine tobacco tax cases end in fines and seized products

Courts imposed fines totaling $110,447 in nine cases involving unmarked cigarettes or untaxed tobacco; the tobacco products were seized and forfeited.

October 19, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism

McGregor schedules a media appearance

The advisory says the citizenship minister will give remarks and meet with media, but does not provide a time, place or topic.

October 19, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of the Attorney General

Ontario plans new powers to target illegal cannabis sellers

Proposed rules would let the AGCO inspect illegal storefronts and online sellers, seize products and equipment, and issue monetary penalties.

October 19, 2026
StatementMinistry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

Ontario Cuts Small-Business Tax Rate and Expands Advisory Support

The 2026 budget lowers the small-business tax rate and funds more advice, training and grant support for entrepreneurs.

October 17, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Energy and Mines

Planned energy press conference is cancelled

Stephen Lecce and Matthew Rae will not hold the announced media availability.

October 16, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism

Edith Dumont to recognize Ontario’s young volunteers

Recipients of the 2024 and 2025 Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers will be recognized by Ontario’s lieutenant governor.

October 16, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security

Lakehead and Confederation add places for career training

Students can enroll in expanded programs in STEM, health, education and trades as early as fall 2026.

October 16, 2026
Court BulletinMinistry of Natural Resources

Lake Erie fishing violations lead to fine and probation

A commercial fishing captain pleaded guilty after nets with rotten fish were dumped in Lake Erie and later washed ashore near Port Stanley.

October 16, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of the Solicitor General

Wilkinson death inquest to begin November 23

The five-day public inquest will examine the circumstances of Gregory Wilkinson’s death after he was transferred from Brockville Jail to hospital.

October 16, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of the Solicitor General

Public inquest into mine worker’s death set for October 26

The video-conference inquest will examine Remi Desjardins’s death at a surface mine near Matheson and can be watched live by the public.

October 16, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Energy and Mines

Lecce and Rae to speak with media

The energy ministers will give remarks and take questions, but the advisory does not state when or what they will discuss.

October 16, 2026
BackgrounderMinistry of the Solicitor General

Ontario funds 22 police projects to prevent auto theft

Police services and OPP detachments will share $6 million in 2026–27, with grants ranging from $125,000 to $300,000.

October 16, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Guelph commits to a 30% cut in housing development charges

The city’s three-year reduction could lower homebuilding costs while up to $48.3 million supports water and wastewater projects.

October 16, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Orillia to halve housing development charges for three years

The city could receive up to $11.3 million for wastewater upgrades after committing to cut development charges by 50% for all housing types.

October 16, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

London to get Canada’s first transformer pressboard plant

The facility is expected to be completed by 2028, create more than 100 jobs and produce up to 20,000 tonnes of insulation material each year.

October 15, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Flack and Guelph mayor to speak with reporters

The advisory confirms a joint media appearance but does not say what policy or announcement will be discussed.

October 15, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security

Georgian College to Add Seats in Health, STEM and Trades

The $25 million expansion will add 987 student seats, with enrollment available as early as fall 2026.

October 15, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Orillia officials to speak about housing

Three officials are scheduled to give remarks and speak with the media in Orillia; the advisory does not describe a policy or project.

October 15, 2026
BulletinMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

Bradford project will add 99 supportive homes for seniors

The homes at 31 Frederick Street will pair affordable housing for seniors with complex needs with health and social supports.

October 15, 2026
Media AdvisoryMinistry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

Ministers and London Mayor to Hold Media Availability

Vic Fedeli, Stephen Lecce, Mélanie Joly and Josh Morgan will give remarks and meet with media in London.

October 15, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

St. Thomas will cut development charges to support more homebuilding

The city plans three years of lower charges for new homes and could receive up to $19.6 million for a wastewater treatment facility.

October 15, 2026
News ReleaseMinistry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism

Ontario Opens $12.75M Grant for Community Safety and Hate Prevention

Eligible faith-based, cultural and community organizations can apply for up to $10,000 for security measures or projects to prevent hate.

October 14, 2026
StatementMinistry of Natural Resources

Ontario challenges U.S. duty on Canadian softwood lumber

The U.S. lowered the duty rate to 24.75%, but Ontario is still calling for all lumber duties to end.