Ontario opens up cannabis market
The province is loosening the leash on the retail cannabis market. The Ford government has announced several amendments to the Cannabis Licence Act, including removing a cap [...]
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New animal welfare laws coming into effect in new year
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express After a period of uncertainty, the province of Ontario will soon have an updated animal welfare system. The Provincial Animal Welfare [...]
MPP calling for toll removal, again
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express With Highway 418 recently open to the public, Oshawa MPP Jennifer French has renewed her quest to have tolls removed from it as well as [...]
Province sets rules for tiny homes
The provincial government has released a guideline for those looking to purchase a tiny home in Ontario. The houses can’t be any smaller than the minimum standard of 188 [...]
Highway 418, 407 extension opening Monday
Photo courtesy MPP Lindsey Park/Twitter By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express Durham Region’s newest highways are officially opening to the public. Highway 418 near [...]
Former MPP, MP Michael Breaugh passes away
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express Michael Breaugh, a former provincial and federal representative for Oshawa, has passed away at the age of 78. Premier Doug Ford shared his [...]
Province unveils e-scooter pilot
The province has unveiled a five-year e-scooter pilot project that will begin next year. According to a media release, the pilot will allow municipalities to choose whether [...]
Ontario updating real estate law
Local realtors are applauding proposed changes to provincial legislation. The Ford government has introduced the Trust In Real Estate Services Act to replace the Real Estate [...]
Parks now free for veterans
Mikisew Provincial Parks (photo courtesy of ontarioparks.com) In recognition of their service, the Ontario government is providing free access to veterans and active members [...]
Application process continues for Ontario Health Team
Supporters of the local application for an Ontario Health Team (OHT) are eagerly awaiting a decision from the Ministry of Health. The team made up of 17 Durham-based [...]