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As Ontario heads into fall 2025, job seekers may face a mixed landscape—rising unemployment in some areas, yet unprecedented opportunities in others. Despite economic uncertainty, several key industries continue to experience strong hiring demand, thanks to aging demographics, accelerating digital transformation, and large-scale infrastructure investments. With over 15 million residents, Ontario remains Canada’s economic engine. Continue reading

Economic Pressures Force Exit After Short-Lived Expansion In another blow to the retail landscape, UK-based fashion brand FatFace has announced the closure of all its brick-and-mortar stores in Canada—just two years after entering the market. The decision, revealed by a company spokesperson, comes amid rising operating costs and economic uncertainty that have made its physical Continue reading

Canada has seen a wave of urgent recall notices this week, with both Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issuing warnings about potentially dangerous consumer products and food items. These recalls range from contaminated mushrooms to whisky possibly containing glass, and even vape pods lacking child-safe packaging. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of Continue reading

Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) market is facing a steep and ongoing decline, with June 2025 marking the fifth consecutive month of shrinking sales. According to newly released data from Statistics Canada, only 14,090 zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs)—which include fully electric and plug-in hybrid models—were sold nationwide in June. This figure reflects a 35.2 percent drop compared Continue reading

A Closer Look at the Controversial Building Faster Fund Ontario is preparing to make changes to a municipal housing fund that many local leaders say penalizes cities and towns for factors outside of their control. Housing Minister Rob Flack announced Tuesday during a speech at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference in Ottawa Continue reading

A single Lotto Max ticket holder in Kingston, Ontario has just become $75 million richer, after winning the massive jackpot from Tuesday night’s draw, according to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). This incredible win marks the largest Lotto Max jackpot awarded in Ontario in 2025 so far, and the fifth major jackpot claimed Continue reading

More than 22,000 Ford F-150 pickup trucks have been recalled across Canada due to a potentially dangerous issue involving the rear axle. According to a recent Transport Canada safety notice, the defect could lead to a sudden loss of power while driving or cause the vehicle to roll away if parked improperly, posing serious safety Continue reading

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has launched an exciting free contest that could turn one lucky Ontario resident into an instant millionaire. To commemorate its 50th anniversary, OLG is inviting adults across the province to take part in its Welcome to Wintario Contest — a nostalgic nod to the iconic lottery of the Continue reading

A nationwide salmonella outbreak has triggered widespread concern across Canada, as health officials confirm dozens of illnesses tied to a range of recalled pistachio products — some of which were sold at major retailers and online platforms. 62 Confirmed Cases and 10 Hospitalizations The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has linked 62 cases of Continue reading

The Beer Store has announced the closure of 12 additional locations across Ontario, including three stores in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). These closures are set to take place by October 19, 2025, as the retailer continues its shift toward a more modern retail strategy amidst changes in provincial alcohol sales policy. GTA Locations Set Continue reading