Severe storms, heavy rain move through Ontario and Manitoba on Friday

A cold front moving in from the west will serve as the spark that sets off thunderstorms by the late afternoon and into the early evening. Friday’s severe thunderstorms will pose a risk for one or two tornadoes, as well as large hail up to 3-4 cm in …

Swiss Chalet has a casting call for super fans in Ontario to capture ‘the essence of Canadian summer’

Were you a Swiss Chalet household growing up? Even if you weren’t, chances are you’re quite familiar with the Canadian restaurant chain.  Well, now’s your chance to get up from the dining table and be part of its summer photo shoot right here in Ontario. “ …

Ontario heat warnings arrive with a multi-day storm risk

It’s certainly going to feel like July across southern Ontario this weekend as excessive heat builds and a risk for thunderstorms follows suit. The rising heat will help fuel several opportunities for thunderstorms to pop up across the region. Some of the …

Scorching weekend ahead: Heat Warning issued for Southern Ontario

Eillen_1981 / Depositphotos.com Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for parts of southern Ontario this weekend. Daytime highs on Saturday and Sunday are expected to reach between 31°C and 33°C, with humidex values making it feel closer to 40°C …

Poll finds 'strong support' for mandatory A/C in public facilities, rentals in Ontario

About half of Ontarians would like the province to mandate air conditioning in public facilities and rental buildings, according to a new survey. Another quarter opposes the idea, while the rest are unsure or ambivalent. "Thinking about hot summer …

Heat warning issued for large portion of southern Ontario

While the area was offered a brief reprieve from early summer’s heat wave, stifling temperatures are expected to return for a large portion of southern Ontario this weekend. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Saturday and Sunday for an area …

Ontario launches program to support early-stage mineral exploration

By Amanda Jerome ( July 4, 2025, 2:54 PM EDT) -- The Ontario government has announced the launch of the Ontario Junior Exploration Program (OJEP) for 2025 to “support early-stage mineral exploration.” The government will be investing up to $10 million in …

Hamilton, much of southern Ontario in for another heat wave, says Environment Canada

Hamilton As of Friday afternoon, Environment Canada is forecasting highs of 31 C to 33 C this weekend, with humidity making it feel like 40 C. Temperatures to feel like 40 C Saturday and Sunday Torontonians embraced the heat at Woodbine Beach on June 23, …

Adorable deer family steals the show on a northern Ontario golf course (VIDEO)

This week’s Village Wild video, presented by Dietrich Law, features a heartwarming encounter on a northern Ontario golf course. While enjoying a round with his family, local golfer spotted a deer and her two young fawns exploring. This week’s Village Wild …

Poll finds 'strong support' for mandatory A/C in public facilities, rentals in Ontario