Ontario News

Ottawa police are pledging tochange the way they respond to mental health calls as critics condemn a $15.2-million increase to the city's policing budget on Wednesday.

TORONTO — Ontario is reviewing pricing practices of nursing agencies involved in long-term care homes, the minister responsible for the file said Wednesday.

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index climbed higher Wednesday, riding a tide of energy and metal sector gains despite losses in the financial and technology sectors, while U.S. stock markets were mostly in the red.

TORONTO — TD Bank Group's US$13.4-billion takeover of First Horizon is in doubt as it looks to further extend the closing date of the deal.

TORONTO — A man who allegedly lured and exploited children across Ontario both in person and online is facing 96 charges in a sexual assault investigation, Toronto police said Wednesday as they urged more potential victims to come forward.

TORONTO — Trillium Health Partners says a company based in Mississauga, Ont., will be donating up to $75 million to its hospitals via a matching program.

TORONTO — Global has announced a new crop of houseguests for season 11 of "Big Brother Canada" hosted by Arisa Cox.

TORONTO — Royal Bank of Canada saw profits slip in the first quarter as it joined other banks in setting more money aside for tougher economic conditions ahead, though like others it also benefited from higher capital markets revenue as the uncertain

TORONTO — A popular street festival in Toronto's Greektown is set to make its return this summer after a three-year hiatus. Organizers say the Taste of the Danforth will take place Aug. 11 to Aug. 13. Coun.

TORONTO — Some Canadians will pay more to use their cellphones while travelling abroad beginning next week. Telus and Bell say they are raising roaming rates, effective March 8 and 9, respectively.