Ontario Provincial Bills

Ontario boosts oversight of child welfare, schools, and colleges. Expect more audits, clearer admissions, possible police in schools, and new rules on student fees and research safety.

Large users like data centres face new connection rules. Some grid costs may move from electricity bills to taxes, which could lower rates but shift costs to taxpayers.

Schools and libraries must buy French books from approved local bookstores. It blocks secret discounts and may fund upgrades for these shops.

Speeds transit and road work. Changes tenant evictions, limits bike lane conversions, and shifts water services to cities. New fees and rules affect builders and drivers.

Elections can be called anytime within five years. New tax credits, indexed benefits, pharmacy payment caps, and a new conservation agency change rules for businesses, families, and public lands.

A dissolved company is restored to carry on business. Old rights and debts return, while rights gained during the closure stay protected.

It brings back a closed company so it can operate again. Its contracts and debts return, while others keep rights gained after it closed.

This bill brings back a small company so it can sell or manage land in its name. Rights others gained since 1990 stay protected.

The Bishop’s office becomes a corporation that owns church property. Titles and contracts move to the new name; parish life and donations stay the same.

Stronger wildfire rules, new permits, and higher fines aim to keep communities safe. The bill also sets strict rules for underground carbon storage and fixes risky oil and gas wells.

Garbage pickup and many roads will be run by your city, not Peel Region. Contracts and staff move, and the Province can set rules to guide the change.

Two old hospital laws are repealed, and the hospital will follow Ontario's standard nonprofit rules. Care, services, and funding stay the same.

Northern Ontario highways get more patrols and truck inspections. Winter road work moves under the province, aiming for safer, more reliable travel.

Speeds approvals, narrows some local water rules, and ends photo radar. Lets more health workers practice and eases out-of-province licensing.

A private bill brings back one company closed in 1994. It can run again and must deal with old debts, while people's later rights stay protected.

This restores the church as a legal corporation. It can own property, make contracts, must honour debts, and rights others gained since 1994 stay protected.

The law brings back a company closed in 2016. It can run business again under its old name, and must handle any old debts and contracts.

The bill updates Ontario’s emergency laws for faster, clearer responses. Expect regular public updates, stronger planning, and rules for critical infrastructure and social service providers.

Job boards must flag fake ads. Workers get unpaid leave during mass layoffs; safety fines rise; and the province can fast-track skills training builds.

Every February 23 in Ontario will honour hospitality workers. It encourages thank-you events and messages, but creates no paid time off or new rights.

This bill brings back Sur-Leen Farms Limited so it can deal with land in its name. It does not change public rules, and keeps others' rights gained since 1994.

Ontario would set summer heat limits, require cameras and guards in big buildings, and give rent cuts for outages. Landlords must post maintenance records; some rent hikes are limited.

All schools must hold a live Remembrance Day service. Workplaces must pause from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on November 11, with possible exemptions. New lessons will be created.

Every October would promote kids' online safety and privacy. No new rules, just awareness campaigns for parents, schools, and communities.

Ontario brings back a closed company so it can deal with its property and contracts. Others' legal rights gained after closing stay protected.

Ontario must create a long-term plan for AI jobs, research, and safety. A new committee advises and reports each year; the minister must respond publicly.

The top public health doctor becomes independent and chosen by all parties. In emergencies, a cross-party committee works with them to improve transparency and steadier advice.

Resold tickets can't cost over 50% above face value, before tax. Platforms must block higher listings, which could lower prices but reduce supply.

One dissolved company is brought back to handle its property and contracts and must pay old debts. Most people are not affected.

Sets a 10-year goal to end homelessness. Expands supportive housing and rent help, and requires clear yearly reports so people can track progress.

MPPs can perform civil weddings if they give notice to the minister. Couples still need a marriage licence; other rules stay the same.

Ontario must act on a 2017 rare disease report and post progress every six months. Patients may see better diagnosis and care over time.

The company gets its legal status back. Old contracts and debts apply again, and rights others gained after 2022 are kept.

A dissolved Ontario company is brought back to handle property in its name. It regains assets and debts so the owner can sell or manage the real estate.

It creates urban parks near cities and adventure parks for activities like climbing and ATVs. Rules, locations, and fees will be set later.

The law would remove a Haldimand school trustee and block them from serving again until 2030. The board must fill the seat; most damages lawsuits would be barred.

Ontario will set one ethics code for all councils and boards. Serious, harmful misconduct could lead to a councillor losing their seat after a two-step review.

The law brings back a dissolved company so it can settle debts and collect money. It protects people who got legal rights after the company shut down.

Police get more powers, including seizing car-theft devices and closing drug sites. Landlords face fines, victims get easier restraining orders, and judges and bail rules change.

Hamilton gets a local health board. Patients get more French services, a new digital health ID with privacy rules, and transparency as staffing agencies report pay and rates.

Ontario sets goals for faster, inclusive primary care and yearly public reports. It promotes digital access, but adds no new services and gives no right to sue.

The Province would speed up homes, schools, and transit by cutting local steps. Long‑term care avoids fees; some fees move to occupancy. Schools can be built on urban residential lots.

Ontario will accept goods and licences from partner provinces. Workers get faster approvals, and alcohol delivery across provinces may start if agreements are signed.

Names the first full week of October Ontario University Athletics Week. It’s symbolic only; no holiday, mandates, or funding; schools and communities may hold optional events.

Fuel gets cheaper and a new fertility tax credit helps families. No road tolls, alcohol taxes drop, camera rules tighten, and penalties rise for illegal tobacco and market abuses.

Ontario would speed mines and key projects, create special zones, and change species protection. Energy agencies could avoid suppliers from certain countries; some local and heritage rules could be skipped.

Jails must stop 22-hour isolation and expand mental health units. People in custody keep program access and humane care, with outside reviews and penalties for abuse.

An independent watchdog must approve government ads. Most ads stop near elections, and ads must say they are paid for by the Government of Ontario.

Ontario would call intimate partner violence an epidemic. A new committee would track inquest recommendations and publish yearly progress so people can see what the government is doing.

Police can stop public drug use and make people leave, and can seize drugs. Fines up to $10,000 or six months in jail; trespass penalties get tougher.

This bill brings back one Ontario company. It restores its name, property, contracts, and debts, while protecting rights others gained after dissolution.

Ontario restores a dissolved company so it can sell or transfer land and handle debts. It takes effect on Royal Assent and protects rights gained after dissolution.

This bill brings back a doctor's professional corporation. Patients should see little change; bills may show the company name again, while old contracts return and others' rights stay protected.

The Lions Club becomes a legal corporation again. It can hold property, sign contracts, and manage bank accounts, while past debts return and others' rights since 2009 are kept.

Sets rules for rewards points, posts long term care reports, moves municipal notices online, allows alcohol in signed park areas, and changes forest permits with Indigenous and environmental checks.

Breaking a traffic law that causes death or serious injury could bring big fines, jail, and licence suspension. Judges can choose penalties up to two years and five years.

Ontario will run and maintain Ottawa Road 174 and County Road 17. Current permits stay valid, but new decisions and applications go through the Ministry of Transportation.

Ontario cities can charge gas companies for using roads and related work. Gas bills may rise if utilities pass on fees, subject to approval by the energy regulator.

Rents match the last legal rent when tenants change. Landlords face fines for missed repairs, tenants get free help, and a public registry shows each unit's rent history.

Most new houses will include bigger panels and wiring for future EV chargers. No charger required, but adding one later should be easier and cheaper.

The company gets legal status again so it can pay debts and finish business. People can pursue old claims; rights gained since it closed stay in place.

A dissolved company is brought back so it can go to court. Old contracts and debts return, but rights gained by others after dissolution stay protected.

You can reach 9-1-1 anywhere in Ontario and get faster help. Call centres and responders will share data, use better location tools, and follow stronger training and oversight rules.

Ontario says people in mental health crisis should get care, not jail. It makes no immediate changes but could guide future police and court reforms.

Ontario would mark a week each September to talk about consent and respect. Schools and communities may host events and training; no new rules or costs.

Hospitals and long-term care must cut and end agency staff within two years. Agency pay is capped, poaching is banned, and more oversight applies to publicly funded agencies.

September would be Ethiopian Heritage Month in Ontario. It honors Ethiopian Canadians and may lead to optional school and community events, with no new programs, holidays, or costs.

Ontario could use the clause only in rare, short emergencies, after a court ruling. Any use needs a public report and a two‑thirds vote.

This law lets Ontario spend on approved programs for 2024–25. It keeps hospitals, schools, transit, and social supports funded, with no new taxes or new programs.

MPP salaries unfreeze and pensions change. MPPs join the public service plan, with an employer-paid extra pension. This could raise provincial costs paid by taxpayers.

Zoos must get a licence, pass yearly inspections, and end wild animal shows. Private owners face strict limits and registration; inspectors can remove animals from unlicensed sites.

Employers must reduce heat risks and follow a clear standard. Workers get paid cool-down breaks, water, and plain-language training.

The province will run Flooding Awareness Week and post clear flood tips online. Expect flood-prevention info with your property tax bill and yearly mailers to areas without local government.

This brings back one company so it can deal with property in its name. It also restores old debts and rights tied to that company.

You pay a small deposit on drink containers and get it back when you return them. Big grocery stores and The Beer Store must take empties and give refunds.

The province will run a heat safety website and send tips with property tax bills. People in unorganized areas will get yearly mail to help prevent heat illness.

Seniors in care homes get clear prices and itemized bills. Fees for services and meals can rise only once a year, with caps, and tenants can choose services individually.

Hospitals must follow set nurse-to-patient ratios. Care could be safer, but some beds or services may be limited while more nurses are hired.

Families can cut Ontario income tax by up to $1,000 for kids’ activities. It won’t pay you if you owe no tax; keep receipts and claim it on 2025 taxes.

Ontario would map a Foodbelt to keep farms together and limit non-farm growth. Rezoning farm land would need an impact study, even for minister's orders.

Brings back a company dissolved in 1995 so the estate can manage its assets and debts. Other people's rights since then stay protected.

Homes must add dementia and cultural programs, and appoint a Clinical Director. Abuse penalties rise, caregiver access grows, and officials can direct outbreak responses.

October would be Kids' Online Safety and Privacy Month. It raises awareness only; no new rules, penalties, or funding. Expect more tips and events from schools and community groups.

Creates 150-metre safety zones around religious sites. Harassment or pressuring people not to enter is banned, with fines or jail; police can act and victims can seek court orders.

From 2026, small Ontario corporations pay about 1.6% on up to $600,000 of income, with a mix of old and new rates for years that cross Jan 1, 2026.

Patients get stronger protection from extra charges. Providers who bill unfair fees must refund you and face a 3‑month suspension.

Care home and group home employers must join workplace safety insurance and pay premiums. Workers get no-fault injury benefits. Changes start six months after the law passes.

Hospitals could publicly list a deceased donor’s name, with family consent, after six months. No other details are shared, and recipients stay private.

People 16 and older are donors unless they opt out. Parents must consent for children, and hospitals must notify Ontario Health and check the objection registry.

A ceremonial bill shows the Legislature can act on its own, before the Throne Speech. It changes no laws and has no effect on services or taxes.