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Ontario's Housing Crisis: Unmet Goals and Policy Controversies

Ontario's Progressive Conservative government, led by Doug Ford, aims to build 1.5 million homes by 2031, but faces criticism for falling short of targets and causing market instability with policy changes impacting environmental regulations and urban sprawl.

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Ontario Election: Green Party Unveils Costed Platform, Liberals Target Healthcare Wage Parity

The Green Party of Ontario released a fully costed election platform including two million new homes in ten years, tax cuts, and a foodbelt, while the Liberal Party focuses on ending hallway healthcare by addressing pay disparity among nurses and PSWs; the election, costing $189 million, is criticiz...

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Ontario Election: Tariffs Take Backseat as Ford's Record Faces Scrutiny

Ontario Premier Doug Ford launched an early election campaign emphasizing his ability to counter US tariffs, but a temporary 30-day reprieve on those tariffs shifted the focus to domestic issues and his ethics, creating uncertainty for the February 27th election.

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Ford Calls Snap Ontario Election Amid US Tariff Threat

Ontario Premier Doug Ford called a snap election for February 27th, citing the need to address potential US tariffs and secure a mandate, while opposition parties criticize his handling of healthcare and the Greenbelt housing plan; the election is estimated to cost $189 million.

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Ford Calls Snap Ontario Election Amidst Tariffs and Greenbelt Scandal

Ontario Premier Doug Ford called a snap provincial election for February 27, 2024, a year and a half ahead of schedule, to gain a stronger mandate amid looming US tariffs and an RCMP investigation into the Greenbelt land development scandal.

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Rising Early-Onset Cancers Challenge Canadian Healthcare

Rates of early-onset cancers are rising globally, particularly colorectal cancer among Gen X and millennials in Canada, who experience rates double those of previous generations; factors include lifestyle, environment, and reproductive changes, straining healthcare systems designed for older patient...

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Ontario's Housing Crisis: Unmet Targets and Greenbelt Scandal Dominate Election Debate

Ontario's housing starts dropped 16 percent in 2024, reaching only 72,000 compared to a target of 125,000, prompting criticism from opposition parties during the provincial election debate; the government is under investigation for opening protected Greenbelt lands for development, potentially benef...

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Ontario NDP Leader Faces Uphill Battle in Premiershp Race

Marit Stiles, Ontario NDP leader, is running for premiership, facing strong competition from Conservatives and Liberals; her campaign focuses on change and her competitive spirit, but controversies, such as the expulsion of MPP Sarah Jama, pose significant challenges.

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Ontario's PCs and Liberals Vow to Take Over Ottawa's Troubled LRT Costs

Ahead of the Ontario provincial election, both the Progressive Conservative and Liberal parties have promised to assume the costs of Ottawa's troubled LRT system, freeing up approximately $4 billion for the city over 30 years; the plan involves Metrolinx managing costs and OC Transpo operating the s...

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Ford Calls Early Ontario Election Amidst High Approval Ratings and RCMP Investigation

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is calling an early election despite having a majority government and ample time until the next scheduled election, due to high approval ratings, low name recognition for opposition leaders, and an ongoing RCMP investigation into potential Greenbelt development irregulariti...

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Ford Faces Backlash Over Snap Election Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is facing criticism for calling a snap election amid efforts to address potential U.S. tariffs, with opponents accusing him of misusing public funds for political gain and delaying crucial economic initiatives. The election is scheduled for February 27th, significantly earl...

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Ford Calls Snap Ontario Election Amidst U.S. Tariff Concerns

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is calling a snap election for February 27th, citing the need for a stronger mandate to negotiate with the U.S. regarding potential tariffs that could cost Ontario 500,000 jobs; the opposition parties have criticized the move.

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