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177 articles Updated December 9, 2025 at 12:37 p.m. ET
Infrastructure, jobs may be focus of Ontario’s fall fiscal update
Global News : Canada Legal News

Ontario's Fall Fiscal Update: Infrastructure & Jobs Focus

Ontario's fall fiscal update emphasizes infrastructure spending and job protection, impacting local economies and community development.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Ontario, particularly those in the Greater Toronto Area, this fiscal focus could mean more construction…"

Ontario's scrapping of Toronto's green roof bylaw has opposition MPPS, advocates seeing red
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

Toronto's Green Roof Bylaw Repeal Sparks Local Concern

Ontario's decision to repeal Toronto's green roof bylaw raises environmental and economic concerns, impacting local jobs and urban sustainability.

UL Lawyers Insight

"The repeal of the green roof bylaw could lead to increased urban heating and reduced stormwater management in Toronto. F…"

Quebec government wants to restart talks with doctors over payment reform
Global News : Canada Legal News

Quebec's Doctor Payment Reform Sparks Legal Battle

Quebec's new law tying doctor compensation to performance is facing legal challenges, impacting healthcare dynamics across Canada, including Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, this situation in Quebec is a reminder of how healthcare policy changes in one province can influ…"

Anglican Diocese questions Alberta’s use of notwithstanding clause on teachers
Global News : Canada Legal News

Alberta's Use of Notwithstanding Clause Sparks Concerns

The Anglican Diocese of Edmonton questions Alberta's decision to use the notwithstanding clause to end a teachers' strike, raising concerns about potential impacts on fundamental freedoms across Canada.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For Ontario residents, understanding the use of the notwithstanding clause is crucial as it could signal similar governm…"

Fraser dismisses using notwithstanding clause to overturn ruling on child pornography
CityNews Toronto Legal News

Notwithstanding Clause Not Used for Ontario Ruling

Justice Minister Sean Fraser rejects using the notwithstanding clause to overturn a Supreme Court decision on mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography, affecting judicial discretion in Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Ontario, this means that judges will retain the ability to use their discretion in sentencing for child…"

Liberals rule out using notwithstanding clause to restore mandatory child porn sentences
National Post - Canada Legal News

Supreme Court Decision on Child Porn Sentences Stirs Debate

The Supreme Court of Canada has nullified mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession, prompting legal and political responses across the country.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents in Ontario, particularly those in cities like **Toronto, Mississauga, and Brampton**, this decision could…"

Fox shot, paralyzed in Ontario town prompts animal cruelty investigation
Global News : Canada Legal News

Fox Shooting in Tottenham Sparks Animal Cruelty Probe

A fox was shot in Tottenham, Ontario, leading to a police investigation for animal cruelty. This highlights the importance of vigilance in reporting and addressing animal cruelty in communities across Ontario.

UL Lawyers Insight

"This troubling incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges in protecting wildlife and enforcing animal…"

Salvation Army ends housing program in Durham Region after funding cuts — and some landlords says it owes them
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

Durham Region Housing Program Closure Affects Hundreds

The Salvation Army ends a housing program in Durham Region, leaving over 200 people without support after funding cuts. Landlords claim unpaid dues.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Ontario, particularly those in Durham Region, this closure underscores the fragility of housing program…"

Man wanted in connection with alleged East York sexual assault
CityNews Toronto Legal News

Police Seek Man in East York Sexual Assault Case

Toronto police are on the lookout for a suspect in a sexual assault case in East York. The incident occurred near Sibley Avenue and Danforth Avenue, impacting community safety concerns.

UL Lawyers Insight

"This incident underscores the importance of community safety and the legal rights available to victims of **sexual assau…"

Residents, region staff flag concerns over Peel art gallery changing ownership to City of Brampton
CBC | Toronto News Legal News

Peel Art Gallery Transfer Raises Community Concerns

The Peel Art Gallery Museum and Archives is set to transfer ownership to the City of Brampton, sparking local concerns over public consultation and cultural preservation.

UL Lawyers Insight

"For residents of Brampton and the surrounding areas, this transition represents a shift in how local cultural resources…"

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