Access to Information

Topic: Access to Information


New digital hub for Mohawk Council of Kanesatake

The Mohawk Council of Kanesatake (MCK) has launched a redesigned website aimed at improving access to information and services while showcasing Kanehsata’kehró:non history, culture, language, and artistic talent. “Improving communications was a big focus for council this mandate,” said Justine Germain, the communications officer for the MCK. “More information and more transparency were a constant […]

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Hawkesbury mayoral candidates outline approaches to infrastructure, finances, and culture

Four mayoral candidates debated road repairs, economic development, municipal finances, transparency, and the future of local cultural and recreational facilities during a debate attended by a full house on Thursday, October 15, at La Cité Golf Club in Hawkesbury. Gilles Roch Greffe, Denis Pirollo, Johanna Raso, and Julie Séguin participated in the debate, organized by […]

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Second career college court challenge reveals concerns about ‘bona fide studies’

Ontario’s Colleges and Universities Ministry is alleging it could not “reliably determine bona fide studies” at two of the career colleges it barred from student financial aid — a decision those schools are now challenging in court. Two campuses of Citi College of Canadian Careers are among six schools the province blocked from the Ontario […]

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CFB Kingston failed environmental compliance inspection on refrigerants: memo

Environment and Climate Change Canada warned National Defence earlier this year that the CFB Kingston base had broken federal environmental regulations by failing to test air conditioners for refrigerant leaks. After inspecting a building on the base last year, an enforcement officer alleged in a January letter that National Defence had violated federal halocarbon regulations […]

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Aurora Votes 2026: Mayoral candidates find common ground on AI data centres

Aurora’s Mayoral race has been an opportunity for candidates to present different and sometimes competing visions for the community’s future. One area in which the four candidates have found common ground, however, is the future of data centres within the community. Candidates were asked to share their views on AI data centres at an all-candidates […]

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Incumbents Mat Siscoe in St. Catharines and Jim Diodati in Niagara Falls using corporate resources to campaign—violation of rules

As the October 26 municipal election campaigns heat up, questions are emerging about whether some incumbent politicians are playing by the rules that govern campaign activity, and whether municipal governments are up to the task of enforcing those rules consistently. In St. Catharines, the issues range from the use of a mayoral social-media presence by […]

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Texas prosecutor says ICE officer appeared to intentionally strike a man with a vehicle in Houston

HOUSTON (AP) — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer appeared to intentionally drive a vehicle into a man in Houston, breaking his leg, a Texas prosecutor said, warning an investigation by his office could result in criminal charges. Miguel Parra Hernandez, 48, underwent surgery for a broken leg after he was hit by a […]

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Ontario blocks a few career colleges from OSAP for three additional years

Ontario’s colleges and universities minister has barred three career colleges from being able to offer publicly funded student financial assistance until at least 2030, after previously blocking them from the program just for this year. An order in May from Nolan Quinn meant that six schools, including four Academy of Learning locations, could not access […]

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Callander, it’s time to meet your candidates

With the municipal election fast approaching, Callander residents can meet their council candidates today, Wednesday, October 14, at the Callander Community Centre. The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and is hosted by the Nipissing Political Science Society along with the Callander Public Library Board. Five candidates are running for a seat on council, […]

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Tensions climb in Devil’s Glen

A few days before I visited Devil’s Glen, a resident who lives near the Ontario provincial park got into a yelling match with a rock climber. It allegedly ended with the climber’s hands around the neighbour’s neck, and a call to the police. Over the years, there have also been allegations of litter stuffed into […]

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North Dundas council candidates focus on finances, infrastructure and growth

WINCHESTER – Infrastructure, responsible growth, and financial sustainability are central issues identified by three of the candidates seeking seats on North Dundas council later this month.   Three candidates, Jordan Hodge, Matthew Uhrig, and Cory Houle, responded to election questions from The Leader. Four candidates: Michael Erickson, Peter Guy, Edgar Ramirez Aguilar, and Gerald Jaquemet, did […]

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Supreme Court sides with Trump administration in lawsuit seeking records on Elon Musk’s DOGE

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court, siding with the Trump administration, agreed on Tuesday to hear arguments in a watchdog’s lawsuit seeking public records about trillionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. The high court is intervening for a second time in Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington’s case, which seeks access to DOGE […]

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