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Trump ‘seriously considering’ renaming Lake Ontario as Canada tariffs dispute intensifies

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The Independent UK · Aug 25

'Lake America': Trump floats plan to rename Lake Ontario amid escalating US-Canada trade row

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the United States was “giving serious consideration” to renaming Lake Ontario as Lake America, amid escalating trade dispute with Canada.

The Times of India · Aug 25

Trump threatens to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America after premier called him ‘king of bankruptcies’

Ontario’s premier had earlier slammed Trump as a ‘dictator’ and ‘the king of bankruptcies’

The Independent UK · Aug 25

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Trump calls Ontario Premier Doug Ford ‘less intelligent’ than his late brother Rob who was stripped of mayoral powers for smoking crack

President Donald Trump slams Ontario premier as tariff tensions escalate by comparing him unfavorably to his deceased sibling, the colorful former Toronto mayor to whom he has himself been likened

The Independent UK · Aug 25

Scientists tracked 19 adult goldfish in Lake Ontario’s Hamilton Harbour: 2 years later, survivors still overwintered in the same areas and returned each spring

Over a two-year period, scientists monitored the movements of wild goldfish in Hamilton Harbour, discovering that these fish consistently returned to their specific overwintering and spawning grounds each year. This behavior is not only predictable but also facilitates their invasive expansion, complicating removal efforts. However, strategically targeting these gatherings has…

The Times of India · Aug 25

What to know about Trump's Canada tariffs and the escalating trade war

Canada plans to respond to US President Donald Trump's new tariffs on Tuesday, as the once close neighbouring allies spiral into a trade war. Ottawa and Washington failed to reach a deal on Friday to avert new 50 percent US tariffs on select Canadian goods after weeks of talks.

France 24 · Aug 25

Canada’s Doug Ford compares Trump to school bully, says ‘he’d take your lunch money, steal your running shoes’ as tariff fight deepens

Ontario Premier Doug Ford labelled President Donald Trump a loser and a bully. He vowed to fight back against escalating United States tariff threats. President Trump attacked Ford and Prime Minister Mark Carney on social media. Ford threatened to cut off critical minerals and electricity exports to the US. Canada…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

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Canada Beyond Niagara: British Columbia, the Rockies, and What Indian Travellers Actually Need to Know

Why the West Gets SkippedThe Toronto-Niagara circuit exists because it's easy to explain to a travel agent and easy to sell as a package. Flights from Mumbai or Delhi land in Toronto. The family WhatsApp group has already been to Niagara. The path of least resistance runs east to west…

Times Life · Aug 25

Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs against US as Trump tells its leaders to 'fall in line'

Canada is set to announce retaliatory tariffs against the US after President Donald Trump threatened steeper levies on Canadian autos, steel and other goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Washington of seeking to subordinate Canada, while Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned Ottawa could target US electricity and critical minerals.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Canada set to announce retaliatory tariffs against US on Tuesday as trade war escalates

Prime Minister Mark Carney stated on Monday that the country may need to pivot away from matching US duties dollar for dollar

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford takes gloves off to slam ‘bully’ and ‘dictator’ Trump: ‘Kiss my a**’

‘I'm not gonna take any advice off a guy that's the king of bankruptcies,’ Doug Ford said after Donald Trump described him as a ‘flunky’

The Independent UK · Aug 24

3 ways to improve Canada’s wildfire advisory capacity

In mid-July, parts of Ontario woke up under a yellow sky. Nearly 200 forest fires were burning, most of them in the northwest, and Toronto briefly had the worst air quality of any major city in the world. Within days, the smoke had become a cross-border political issue, prompting criticism…

The Conversation · Aug 24

Ontario's premier: Canada should be ready to cut electricity, critical minerals as trade woes worsen

Ontario Premier Doug Ford tells The Associated Press that Ronald Reagan would be “throwing up” over President Donald Trump’s trade policies and threatened to cut off electricity and critical minerals to the United States if the Canada-U.S. trade fight worsens

The Independent UK · Aug 24

‘Reagan would be throwing up:’ Ontario premier unloads on Trump and threatens to cut electricity to US as trade dispute escalates

Ford warned that ‘everything is on the table’ should the dispute deteriorate, including shutting off electricity exports and critical mineral shipments from Ontario

The Independent UK · Aug 24

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The Economic Times · Aug 22

In early 2026, OPG began drilling 40 boreholes at Ontario’s Wesleyville site. Now, the tests are assessing land that could eventually host up to 10,000 MW of nuclear power

Canada is undertaking an ambitious project by drilling forty boreholes to evaluate a vast field in Lake Ontario, which could potentially accommodate a nuclear power station with a capacity of 10,000 megawatts. This initiative aims to generate sufficient electricity for around ten million households, while detailed environmental and geological assessments…

The Economic Times · Aug 22

Ontario universities raise mandatory health insurance fees for international students

International students in Ontario will face higher health insurance costs starting September 2026. The annual premium for individual coverage under UHIP will increase by $156. Family coverage also sees a significant rise, impacting dependents. This mandatory plan covers basic medical services for students. Extended health plans may still be necessary…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

Earlier this year, University of Toronto scientists measured hydrogen flowing from billion-year-old Canadian Shield rocks through nearly 15,000 mine boreholes. Today, the site could yield more than 140 tonnes of natural hydrogen each year

Ancient Canadian Shield rocks are quietly producing white hydrogen, a naturally occurring gas that could reshape the clean energy market. Scientists measured hydrogen escaping from mine boreholes near Timmins, Ontario. Each borehole released about 8 kilograms a year. Across nearly 15,000 boreholes, that could exceed 140 tonnes annually. The finding…

The Guardian - UK · Aug 14

Ontario free to axe Toronto bike lanes, region’s top court rules

Win is significant for region’s premier, Doug Ford, who blames protected zones for city’s traffic ills

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The Times of India · Aug 14

Ontario tightens social assistance rules, cuts benefits for temporary visa holders

International students, temporary workers and people living in Canada illegally will no longer be eligible for Ontario’s social assistance under new rules that take effect immediately.

The Times of India · Aug 13

North America’s longest cable-stayed bridge is now open with a massive 853-metre crossing linking US and Canada

The Gordie Howe International Bridge has opened between Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, creating a new six-lane crossing over the Detroit River and a new link between Canada and the United States. Its 853-metre main span is the longest of any cable-stayed bridge in North America, while the full crossing…

Golf Monthly · Aug 9

Former PGA Tour Pro Matt McQuillan Dies Aged 45

The Canadian, who made 32 PGA Tour appearances, passed away in his hometown of Kingston, Ontario

The Economic Times · Aug 8

CRA benefit payments August 2026: Four major payments are coming this month and here are the exact dates Canadians need to know, including when families can expect their money

CRA benefit payments August 2026: Canadians can expect several important government benefit payments this month. Here are the key August payment dates for the Canada Child Benefit, Ontario Trillium Benefit and other provincial benefits, plus what recipients should know about upcoming payments in Canada in August. The CRA has warned…

Space · Aug 8

Yes, North America gets a solar eclipse on Aug. 12. Here's where and when to see it

The Aug. 12 eclipse won't rival 2024's Great American Eclipse, but millions across the U.S. and Canada will still see the moon take a bite out of the sun.

The Conversation · Aug 5

Math gaps between Ontario kids start in kindergarten — and often persist through Grade 9

When people think about the roots of a child’s struggles in math class, they may picture a tough teacher, a missed unit or a sudden loss of confidence around fractions. Our new study suggests we should be looking much earlier, at kindergarten, or even before.

The Conversation · Jul 30

Ontario adjusted its return-to-office rules for FIFA World Cup traffic. Why are disability accommodations treated differently?

In Ontario, thousands of public servants seeking flexible work arrangements have encountered significant barriers.

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