Ontario News
Stay informed with the latest updates from the government of Ontario. This page highlights key news, announcements, and initiatives that impact communities across the province, including Richmond Hill.
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Major Construction Underway for Yonge North Subway Extension
Extension expanding fast, affordable transit, creating 4,300 jobs annually during construction Transportation Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Media Assets Related Topics Content YORK REGION — The Ontario government has officially completed excavation of the tunnel launch shaft for the Yonge North Subway Extension, marking a major milestone in the province’s plan to relieve gridlock across the Greater Toronto Area by expanding access to fast, affordable and reliable public transit. The project will extend the TTC’s Line 1 subway nearly eight kilometres…
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Ontario Joins Landmark Canada-Wide Direct-to-Consumer Alcohol Sales Agreement
Deal will break down interprovincial trade barriers for alcoholic beverages, improving consumer choice and opening up new markets to Canadian manufacturers Office of the Premier Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Additional Resources Content CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI — Today, Premier Doug Ford along with premiers of eight other Canadian provinces — British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador — signed a historic agreement that will allow direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales of alcoholic beverages between their individual jurisdictions for…
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Ontario Opens Nominations for 2026 Excellence in Agriculture Awards
Province recognizing the outstanding achievements of Ontario’s agri-food leaders Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Additional Resources Content TORONTO — The Ontario government is opening nominations for the 2026 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, to recognize the outstanding efforts of the province’s agri-food leaders. These awards recognize the achievements of Ontario’s world-class farmers, processors, industry organizations and businesses that protect the province’s food independence and make Ontario’s nearly $53 billion agri-food industry a global leader in food production. “The success of Ontario’s…
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Ontario Expands Free Day Use at Provincial Parks for Veterans and Active Canadian Armed Forces Members
Veterans and active service members can now visit Ontario’s world-class provincial parks for free seven days a week Environment, Conservation and Parks Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Related Topics Content BOWMANVILLE — The Ontario government has expanded free day-use access to provincial parks for Veterans and active members of the Canadian Armed Forces, who reside in Ontario. Starting today, Veterans and active service members can visit any of the province’s Ontario Parks for free seven days a week, including long weekends…
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Ontario Unveils Vision for Sarnia Refinery Expansion
Northern Shield Energy Corridor will create jobs, drive economy, reinforce Canada’s energy security, and encourage new Ontario investment Energy and Mines Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Content SARNIA — As part of its plan to protect Ontario and build a stronger, more self-reliant economy, the Ontario government recently announced the Northern Shield Energy Corridor, a proposed 3,300-kilometre pipeline that would connect Alberta’s oil sands to Sarnia’s world-class refining and petrochemical complex, one of the country’s most important industrial hubs. Built with…
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Province Welcomes Niagara College to Ontario Corps
Ontario building network of partners and volunteers to help protect communities during emergencies and disasters Emergency Preparedness and Response Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Content WELLAND — The Ontario government is expanding Ontario Corps by welcoming its latest partner Niagara College to help before, during and after emergencies. Through Ontario Corps, the province is delivering on its plan to protect Ontario by creating a network of partners and dedicated volunteers ready to respond to local emergencies and deploy critical resources at…
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Ontario Unveils Proposed Route for Northern Shield Energy Corridor
Corridor will include new crude oil pipeline from Hardisty, Alberta to Sarnia, Ontario to strengthen energy security, create jobs and open new markets for Canadian energy Office of the Premier Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Media Assets Related Topics Content CALGARY — Today, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith unveiled the proposed route for the Northern Shield Energy Corridor, a proposed crude oil pipeline and energy corridor that would strengthen Canada’s energy security by bringing oil along a…
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Regional Development Program
Learn how we’re helping to create opportunities for businesses and communities in regions across the province. Table of Contents Overview How it works Sudden economic downturn Contact us Overview The Regional Development Program takes a coordinated approach to supporting business growth in eastern and southwestern Ontario. The program supports eligible small- and medium-sized businesses investing in new equipment and training to expand operations in these regions, and also provides support to municipalities and economic development organizations investing in economic development projects. Eligible applicants may receive…
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Ontario Investing to Accelerate Made-in-Canada Critical Minerals Supply Chain
New $4 million investment will advance innovation, support mining jobs and build a more self-reliant Canadian economy Energy and Mines Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Content SUDBURY — As global demand for critical minerals continues to rise, the Ontario government is investing to accelerate the development and delivery of homegrown technologies that will unlock new mineral deposits, strengthen mining and processing capabilities and build a fully integrated, made-in-Ontario critical minerals supply chain. As part of its plan to build a stronger,…
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Province Celebrates Opening of Ontario Science Centre at Harbourfront Centre
Temporary home on Toronto’s waterfront will allow the Science Centre to continue programming, supporting jobs and boosting tourism Tourism, Culture and Gaming Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Related Topics Content TORONTO — The Ontario government has officially opened the new temporary home of the Ontario Science Centre at Harbourfront Centre, ensuring visitors continue to have access to hands-on science and technology experiences while the new permanent facility is built at Ontario Place. The newly open Harbourfront location will bring a wave…