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455 articles Updated December 9, 2025 at 12:37 p.m. ET
Man arrested for allegedly puncturing tires, police advise public to check vehicles
CityNews Toronto Motor Vehicle Accident

North York Tire Damage Raises Safety Concerns for Drivers

A North York incident involving tire punctures prompts drivers at Jane Street and Wilson Avenue to check their vehicles for damage.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this incident highlights the potential risks of driving with compromised vehicle components, such…"

Woman whose dog attacked child in Toronto sentenced to 1 year in jail
CityNews Toronto Legal News

Toronto Dog Attack Leads to Owner's Jail Sentence

A Toronto woman receives a year-long jail sentence after her dog attacks a child, highlighting the legal responsibilities of pet ownership in Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this case serves as a stark reminder of the legal responsibilities attached to pet ownership. Und…"

Liberals seek to declare 'femicide' as first-degree murder, restore mandatory minimum sentences
National Post - Canada Legal News

Ontario Law Changes: Femicide and Sentencing Reforms

Proposed changes in Ontario aim to classify femicide as first-degree murder and restore mandatory minimum sentences for certain offenses, affecting legal outcomes across the province.

UL Lawyers Insight

"These proposed legal changes could have a profound impact on how crimes are prosecuted across Ontario. Classifying femic…"

Ontario physicians react to Canada's plan to fast-track PR for foreign doctors
CBC | Toronto News Immigration Law

Ontario to Fast-Track PR for Foreign Doctors Amid Shortage

Canada aims to address doctor shortages by fast-tracking permanent residency for foreign physicians, impacting Ontario's healthcare landscape.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this development could mean improved access to healthcare as more foreign doctors gain the abilit…"

Pedestrian struck by vehicle near Yonge and Sheppard, seriously injured
CityNews Toronto Motor Vehicle Accident

Pedestrian Injured in North York Accident Near Yonge

A pedestrian was seriously injured at Sheppard Avenue East and Doris Avenue in North York, highlighting the risks pedestrians face in busy intersections across Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, pedestrian safety is a critical concern, with busy intersections like Sheppard Avenue East posing…"

Co-accused testifies at Ontario murder trial for 1st time. ‘I always wanted them,’ she says of brothers
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

Milton Trial Highlights Child Abuse Allegations in Adoption Case

In a Milton courtroom, Brandy Cooney testified in a first-degree murder trial involving severe child abuse allegations against a boy she and her wife sought to adopt.

UL Lawyers Insight

"This case underscores serious concerns about the accountability of child welfare organizations in Ontario, particularly…"

Ontario man charged after snow-blower dispute in Sault Ste. Marie
Global News : Canada Litigation

Sault Ste. Marie Snow-Blower Dispute Leads to Charges

A heated snow-blower altercation on Second Line West in Sault Ste. Marie results in an assault charge, highlighting neighborhood disputes that could escalate legally.

UL Lawyers Insight

"This incident serves as a reminder that even seemingly minor disputes can lead to significant legal consequences. For On…"

Man rushed to hospital after collision involving tractor-trailer in North York
CityNews Toronto Motor Vehicle Accident

Serious Collision at Fenmar and Steeles in North York

A man in his 20s is in life-threatening condition after a tractor-trailer and SUV collision at Fenmar Drive and Steeles Avenue in North York.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this collision underscores the critical need for awareness and caution on the roads, especially a…"

OPP to investigate recipient of money from controversial provincial training fund
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

OPP Investigates Ontario's Skills Development Fund

The OPP is looking into a company that received funds from Ontario’s controversial Skills Development Fund, raising questions about accountability and transparency.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontarians, this investigation brings to light critical questions about the management of public funds designated for…"

Elderly pedestrian seriously injured after collision in North York
CityNews Toronto Motor Vehicle Accident

Pedestrian Seriously Injured at Bayview and Cummer

An elderly pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle at Bayview Avenue and Cummer Avenue in North York, highlighting the importance of pedestrian safety and legal awareness in Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this unfortunate event is a stark reminder of the risks pedestrians face, especially in high-traf…"

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