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A new report reveals Ontario's Greenbelt isn't blocking growth—it's fueling it, generating $3 billion annually while protecting farmland that feeds millions. Researchers say the protected land is actually a strategic economic asset that secures jobs, food supply, and Ontario's future.
A team of dedicated volunteers in Collingwood, Ontario spent weeks tracking foxes with mange, using security camera footage and smelly sardines to rescue four animals that are now recovering. The newly formed rescue group showed how community cooperation can save wildlife one animal at a time.
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One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.
Nine Ontario provincial parks damaged by storms, invasive species, and shoreline erosion just received a major green makeover. A national charity and Ontario Parks teamed up to plant 12,000 native trees and shrubs, breathing new life into these beloved natural spaces.
Thousands of Ontario parents have been technically breaking the law by using cargo e-bikes for school drop-offs because anyone under 16 is banned from riding. Now the province is updating its regulations to make this popular, eco-friendly transportation option legal.
Bradford West Gwillimbury's business support center blew past its goals in 2025, helping more than 450 entrepreneurs launch and grow their dreams. The small Ontario town is now racing to solve a power shortage that could unlock 5,000 jobs by 2030.
Coca-Cola Canada is pouring $141 million into its Brampton facility, creating 500 construction jobs and expanding production capacity by 20 million cases annually. The expansion will use 75% Canadian materials and exclusively Canadian tradespeople, boosting Ontario's manufacturing sector.
Political scientist Ian Bremmer, who advises world leaders, reveals his strategies for staying informed without getting overwhelmed. In a new TED conversation, he offers practical tips anyone can use to think more clearly about the news.
A beloved outdoor education center in Ontario is getting a major kitchen upgrade that will serve thousands of students and campers for years to come. The renovation at Bluewater Outdoor Education Centre started thanks to generous community donations.
Ontario is giving every teacher access to interactive digital tools that help students track their progress and learn at their own pace. The new platform launches this September across all 72 school boards.
Ontario is turning wood waste into clean jet fuel with a $5.5 million investment that creates jobs while helping forests and airlines go green. A new Thunder Bay facility will transform mill byproducts into renewable diesel and aviation fuel.
A student innovation challenge in Northern Ontario is offering $6,000 in prizes for fresh ideas to improve the mining industry. The extended deadline means young innovators still have time to pitch solutions that could transform mining safety, efficiency, and community impact.
Google just handed publishers a powerful new tool to fight back against AI's impact on website traffic. Readers can now mark their favorite news sources with a single button click, making those sites appear more often in search results.
A South Carolina news station is putting money behind every weather forecast they get right. For each accurate prediction, $50 goes directly to local charities.
A Philadelphia news team turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising shoppers with free groceries, delivering flowers to hospital staff, and treating first responders to coffee. Their spontaneous generosity brightened dozens of lives across the city.
Australia's only daily news service delivered in Auslan by Deaf journalists just secured another year of funding after community advocacy saved it from closure. The program has already reached more than 300,000 Australians since launching in 2024.
Students, workers, and families in Ontario successfully pushed the provincial government to announce new post-secondary education funding after nearly a decade of stagnant investment. The increase marks a milestone in the fight to strengthen colleges and universities, though advocates say more work lies ahead.
Iowa news anchor Dustin Nolan made an emotional exit from KWQC TV6 on Friday, urging the industry to prioritize facts over comfortable coverage. His tearful plea for transparency struck a chord with viewers tired of superficial reporting.
A family-owned Canadian poultry company is building a massive new facility in Woodstock, Ontario, creating 100 jobs and strengthening the region's food supply chain. The $100 million investment marks the largest expansion in company history.
A mining company in northern Ontario withdrew from culturally significant land after hearing concerns from Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation. The move marks a powerful example of reconciliation in action.
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