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489 articles Updated April 16, 2026 at 09:40 p.m. ET
Ontario legislature resumes, access to Premier Doug Ford's cellphone records at issue
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

Ontario Premier's Cellphone Records Under Spotlight

The Ontario legislature is debating a bill to exempt Premier Doug Ford's cellphone records from freedom-of-information laws, a move raising transparency concerns.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this proposed legislation could impact how government activities are scrutinized, affecting the p…"

CIJA urges government to prioritize promise to protect Ontario's Jews on return to legislature
National Post - Canada Legal News

Ontario's Response to Rising Antisemitism Incidents

Recent antisemitic attacks at North York and Thornhill synagogues prompt calls for stronger government action, affecting safety and legal rights of Jewish communities in Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, especially those in Jewish communities, the rise in antisemitic incidents highlights the importan…"

Queen’s Park resumes sitting after 14-week break, straight into budget season
CityNews Toronto Legal News

Ontario's Proposed FOI Law Changes: What You Need to Know

Ontario's government plans to exempt cabinet records from freedom-of-information laws, sparking debate over transparency and accountability.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, the proposed changes to FOI laws could mean less transparency in government dealings. This is par…"

60-year-old man arrested in connection with Toronto woman's death
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

Toronto Man Arrested in Threadneedle Crescent Homicide

Police in Toronto have arrested a 60-year-old man for the suspected murder of Xian Wei Shao, discovered dead at her home near Threadneedle Crescent and Cresthaven Drive.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Toronto and the broader Ontario region, this arrest highlights ongoing concerns about community safety…"

Man, 60, charged with murder in death of Toronto woman
CityNews Toronto Legal News

Toronto Homicide: Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder

A man has been charged with second-degree murder following the discovery of a woman's body in Toronto's Threadneedle Crescent area, marking the city's fourth homicide of 2026.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, this tragic incident highlights the importance of community safet…"

Race played a role in Ontario drug dealer's sentencing: 'This somewhat attenuates his moral responsibility'
National Post - Canada Legal News

Toronto Drug Dealer's Sentence Influenced by Race, Judge Rules

A Toronto judge considered racial and societal factors in the sentencing of a drug dealer, highlighting the impact of systemic racism on moral responsibility.

UL Lawyers Insight

"This decision could set a precedent for how **racial and cultural factors** are considered in criminal sentencing across…"

3 teens charged in GO Train assault, robbery that left victim with life-threatening injuries
CityNews Toronto Legal News

GO Train Assault in Rouge Hill: Legal Implications for Teens

A violent robbery on a GO Train in Rouge Hill has raised concerns about safety and legal consequences for youth offenders in Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Ontario, especially those in the Greater Toronto Area, this incident underscores the significance of pu…"

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