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Weekly Digest Ottawa Mar 30 - Apr 5, 2026

Resumen semanal — Ottawa: 30 mar–5 abr 2026

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  1. [2427] El primer ministro Mark Carney generó críticas por decir que podría “aguantar más” que una manifestante de Grassy Narrows (30 de marzo); líderes exigen disculpas mientras la comunidad sigue sufriendo por la contaminación por mercurio (~9,000 kg).
  2. [2428] Ontario amplía la integración tarifaria (OneFare) y estudia alinear horarios por el Hurontario LRT, pero el sindicato ATU Local 113 advierte que la legislación daría poderes amplios al ministro y podría afectar tarifas locales.
  3. [2430] El gobierno planea nombrar presidentes regionales con poderes “fuertes” en ocho regiones y reducir el tamaño de consejos: Simcoe de 32 a 17 miembros y Niagara de 32 a 12.
  4. [2429] Stellantis evalúa usar la planta de Brampton para ensamblaje ligero de vehículos chinos (Leapmotor); Unifor teme pocas piezas locales y pocos empleos tras la suspensión de ~3,000 trabajadores.
  5. [2324] El gobierno federal y Ontario firmaron un acuerdo de 8.8 mil millones de dólares para reducir los cargos de desarrollo municipales 50% en tres años y eximir la HST en viviendas nuevas por un año; no se fijaron metas claras de construcción.
  6. [2409] El salario mínimo en Ontario subirá a $17.95/h el 1 de oct. de 2026 (actual $17.60), lo que supone unos $728 al año extra para quien trabaje 40 h/sem.
  7. [2380] Defenderes dicen que los aumentos provinciales del salario mínimo siguen siendo insuficientes: ejemplos provinciales incluyen Nueva Escocia $16.75, Terranova $16.35; salario mínimo federal para sectores regulados será $18.15.
  8. [2400] Los diputados provinciales recibieron un aumento del 4.2% el 1 de abril; el salario base sube de $157,350 a $163,959, medida mal vista por gran parte del público.
  9. [2413] Correos internos muestran que un asesor pidió “ahondar” en las finanzas de Therme días antes de firmar el polémico contrato de 95 años en Ontario Place; persisten dudas sobre liquidez y activos alegados.
  10. [2402] Ontario integrará a las enfermeras practicantes en el sistema público pero, por ahora, no les dará códigos de facturación OHIP; la provincia incumplió el plazo federal del 1 de abril.
  11. [2412] Metrolinx registró 124 vicepresidentes en 2025 (+5%), con un salario medio de ~$248,000; algunos consultores externos pasaron a plantilla.
  12. [2326] Los cinco presidentes de colegios (colleges) mejor pagados en Ontario promediaron ~$507,000 en 2025, mientras las instituciones continúan despidiendo personal.
  13. [2328] El coste del personal en la oficina del premier aumentó 11% en 2025: 50 empleados en la "Sunshine List" sumaron $8.1 millones.
  14. [2352] Un año tras la apertura de los HART Hubs en sustitución de sitios de consumo supervisado, trabajadores y expertos dicen que no hay evidencia clara de más acceso a tratamiento o control de drogas, pese a que el gobierno informa 100,000+ interacciones.
  15. [2403] La OPP arrestó a un quinto sospechoso (Damion Ryan, 45, de Ottawa) por el homicidio de 2021 en Bolton; quedan dos sospechosos buscados y la policía ofrece $50,000 de recompensa.
  16. [2404] La policía colocó una valla publicitaria cerca de Orangeville para recabar pistas sobre el homicidio de David Robson (1 abr 2024); su SUV Kia Sportage 2017 (placa DAMZ 252) sigue desaparecida.
  17. [2361] Pruebas genéticas identificaron a una víctima encontrada en Quebec en 1979 como Pamela Harvey, desaparecida en Sudbury el 25 dic. 1978; el presunto asesino habría muerto en 1979.
  18. [2405] Un choque entre un camión y un SUV en Norwich Township (31 de marzo) dejó 3 muertos (incluyendo dos menores de 13 y 17 años) y 2 heridos graves trasladados por aire.
  19. [2432] La OPP busca a varias personas tras un incidente en Bracebridge (26 mar) donde aficionados treparon a las vallas, se quitaron las camisetas y rompieron el vidrio de la pista; hay vídeos circulando.
  20. [2408] Los fiscales piden a la Corte de Apelación que revoque la fianza del abogado Deepak Paradkar, acusado de aconsejar al presunto capo Ryan Wedding; su fianza incluía arresto domiciliario 24/7 y una promesa de $5 millones.
  21. [2407] En el juicio contra Frank Stronach, la jueza declaró que la prueba de una denunciante era “completamente poco fiable”, por lo que no puede condenarlo sobre ese cargo; el caso continúa con otras acusaciones.
  22. [2398] Los Raptors perdieron 123‑115 ante los Kings (1 abr); Precious Achiuwa anotó 28 puntos y capturó 19 rebotes, y Toronto cayó a zona de play‑in del Este.
  23. [2389] Los Edmonton Oilers firmaron a William Nicholl (19 años, de Ottawa) por tres años tras su temporada con 15 goles y 11 asistencias en 32 partidos en la OHL.
  24. [2406] La AHL aprobó por unanimidad trasladar el filial de los New York Islanders de Bridgeport a Hamilton para 2026‑27; jugará en el TD Coliseum de 18,000 asientos recientemente renovado.
  25. [2372] Masai Ujiri se incorpora al grupo propietario del Toronto Tempo (WNBA), junto a Serena Williams, Geoff Molson y otros inversores.
  26. [2350] Los astronautas canadienses Jeremy Hansen y Jenni Gibbons forman parte de la misión Artemis II (ventana de lanzamiento 1–6 abr); Hansen podría ser el primer no estadounidense en ir más allá de la órbita baja.
  27. [2431] Con Toronto anfitriona de seis partidos de la Copa del Mundo (11 jun–19 jul), la mayoría de visitantes planea excursiones fuera de la ciudad; el mercado de reventa de entradas está caro y las autoridades alertan sobre fraudes, compre sólo por canales oficiales.

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Minister insists ‘it all adds up’ as Ontario tables bill with housing, transit tweaks

The new legislation includes a range of measures around official plans, the building code and a suite of highway and transit changes.

Politics Mar 30, 2026

Authorities in Canada warn of fraud as FIFA World Cup approaches

Authorities are warning Canadians and visitors about fraud schemes tied to the FIFA World Cup as the tournament, hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico, approaches.

Canada Mar 30, 2026

Federal government, Ontario sign $8.8B deal to reduce development charges

Mark Carney and Doug Ford were among the politicians at a major event Monday morning to unveil the overhaul of how new housing and its infrastructure are paid for in Ontario. 

Politics Mar 30, 2026

Top paid Ontario college presidents averaged $500K each in 2025 as layoffs continue

The province's 24 publicly funded colleges have struggled significantly ever since a federal cap on the number of international students was brought in at the beginning of 2024.

Politics Mar 30, 2026

Cost of Premier Doug Ford’s top staff grew by 11% in 2025

The Sunshine List shows 50 individuals in the Premier's Office earned an average of $162,000 in 2025, pushing up the total compensation to over $8 million.

Politics Mar 30, 2026

Artemis II: The Canadian astronauts getting NASA back to the moon

Jeremy Hansen and Jenni Gibbons are members of Artemis II, a 10-day lunar fly-around and the first crewed mission to the moon since the Apollo missions more than 50 years ago.

Canada Mar 31, 2026

A year after HART Hubs opened, advocates say addiction services still MIA

One year after Ontario closed supervised consumption sites for HART Hubs, advocates say long waitlists for addiction treatment continue and the new model doesn't do enough.

Politics Mar 31, 2026

Pelley: Leafs looking for ‘data-centric’ leader

Keith Pelley confidently declared the right people were in place.

Sports Mar 31, 2026

Launch of Hurontario LRT driving Ontario’s plan for enhanced fare integration

The Hurontario LRT, also known as the Hazel McCallion Line, does not have an official opening date but, when finished, it will run through both Brampton and Mississauga.

Canada Mar 31, 2026

Quebec murder victim found decades ago identified as missing Ontario woman

A spokesperson with the Quebec provincial police would not provide further comment about the presumed killer or details about the homicide investigation.

Crime Mar 31, 2026

Canada awaits winner of Italy, Bosnia match to determine Toronto World Cup game

If Italy is going to qualify for its first World Cup in 12 years, the Azzurri’s defenders are going to have to contain a striker they respect and know well.

Canada Mar 31, 2026

Masai Ujiri joins Toronto Tempo ownership group

Masai Ujiri is returning to professional basketball in Toronto.

Sports Mar 31, 2026

No specifics on how many homes will be built as Ontario earmarks billions in tax breaks

While the Ford government shares the development industry's enthusiasm about housing construction, the province remains skittish about defining the outcome.

Politics Mar 31, 2026

Ford government ‘paying attention’ to Ontario college presidents earning $500K

The five highest-paid college leaders earned an average of $507,000 in 2025, according to data on the annual sunshine list, a year in which hundreds of staff were laid off. 

Politics Mar 31, 2026

Advocates say rising minimum wages still fall short across Canada

Minimum wage workers in Nova Scotia will earn a quarter more per hour when the rate increases to $16.75 on Wednesday. It will increase again to $17 this October.

Economy Apr 1, 2026

Oilers sign Nicholl to entry-level contract

The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward William Nicholl to a three-year entry-level contract beginning next season, the NHL club announced Wednesday.

Sports Apr 1, 2026

Achiuwa, DeRozan lead Kings past Raptors 123-115

Precious Achiuwa had 28 points and 19 rebounds as the Sacramento Kings ended a four-game losing streak with a 123-115 win over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.

Sports Apr 1, 2026

Canada’s post-secondary graduates start job hunt amid high unemployment rates

For many post-secondary students, the search for a job after graduation can be daunting — and the process is only getting more challenging.

Education Apr 1, 2026

MPPs in Ontario receive 4.2% raise now salary freeze has ended

Last year, all Ontario parties agreed to a 35-per cent pay raise for MPPs and the creation of a new pension plan after a salary freeze at Queen's Park that lasted 16 years.

Politics Apr 1, 2026

Tourism minister backs Ontario Place plan, saying Therme went through ‘proper checks’

New emails unearthed by the Ontario NDP show there was concern within the civil service just days before Therme signed a controversial 95-year lease for land at Ontario Place.

Politics Apr 1, 2026

Ontario won’t give nurse practitioners billing codes, but will bring them into public system

The federal health minister wrote to Ontario more than a year ago, telling the province to come up with a policy to fund and regulate nurse practitioners by April 1.

Health Apr 1, 2026

Fifth arrest made in fatal Bolton, Ont. home shooting, 2 suspects still wanted

Ontario Provincial police say a fifth person has been arrested in connection with a 2021 Bolton homicide and related shootings, while two suspects remain wanted.

Crime Apr 1, 2026

Police put up billboard outside Ontario town in bid to crack homicide cold case

OPP said Monday that it installed the billboard on County Road 9 facing southwest at County Road 11, just west of Orangeville, as the anniversary of David Robson’s death arrives.

Canada Apr 1, 2026

3 dead including two minors after crash involving transport truck: OPP

An Oxford County crash involving a transport truck has left three people dead and two others with life-threatening injuries, OPP say.

Canada Apr 1, 2026

New York Islanders to move AHL affiliate to Hamilton after league approval

The AHL’s board of governors unanimously approved Tuesday the relocation of the New York Islanders’ affiliate from Bridgeport, Conn., to Hamilton beginning with the 2026-27 season.

Canada Apr 1, 2026

Judge says she can’t convict Frank Stronach on charges related to one complainant

Lawyers are set to continue their final submissions Wednesday in the
sexual assault trial of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach.

Crime Apr 1, 2026

Prosecutors ask Appeal Court to overturn bail for Ontario lawyer in Ryan Wedding case

Lawyers for the Attorney General of Canada are asking the Court of Appeal for Ontario to order that 62-year-old Deepak Paradkar be detained until his extradition hearing.

Canada Apr 1, 2026

Ontario minimum wage to rise to $17.95 on Oct. 1

The current minimum wage is $17.60. The government says someone earning minimum wage and working 40 hours per week will see an additional $728 per year.

Canada Apr 1, 2026

Bosnia to play Canada in Toronto World Cup game. Resale tickets come at steep cost

Even though Canada's opponent for its World Cup opener in Toronto was just determined Tuesday, many of the resale tickets left for the international match come at a steep cost.

Canada Apr 1, 2026

Number of VPs at Metrolinx grows again, some consultants come on board permanently

Data released through Ontario's annual salary disclosures, known as the sunshine list, reveals there were 124 people at Metrolinx with vice-president in their title last year.

Politics Apr 1, 2026

Adviser warned Ontario to dig ‘deeper’ on Therme finances days before signing lease

New emails, obtained by the Ontario NDP, offer fresh insights into an incident flagged more than a year ago by the auditor general.

Politics Apr 1, 2026

Tory MP echoes calls for Carney to apologize to Grassy Narrows over protest remarks

The Conservative critic for Indigenous Services is adding his voice to calls for Prime Minister Mark Carney to apologize to Grassy Narrows First Nation.

Canada Apr 2, 2026

Toronto transit union raises concern about plans for fare, schedule integration

The province announced it would expand its fare integration plan policy to harmonize fares across the Toronto region and, in the long-term, look to align schedules in the future.

Politics Apr 2, 2026

Potential for Chinese EV production at Stellantis plant raises concerns

The prospect of U.S. automaker Stellantis using its Brampton, Ont., facility as a bare bones assembly plant for Chinese electric vehicles is being panned by Unifor. 

Canada Apr 2, 2026

Ford government planning to appoint regional chairs, give them sweeping new powers

The same legislation will shrink the size of regional governments in both Niagara and Simcoe County, providing chairs their own version of strong mayor powers.

Politics Apr 2, 2026

Many FIFA World Cup visitors are planning trips outside Toronto, report hints

Thousands of soccer fans descending on Toronto for the FIFA World Cup are planning trips outside of the city, a new report suggests.

Canada Apr 2, 2026

Shirtless fans climb hockey boards, break glass at Ontario rink: OPP

Ontario Provincial Police say officers are looking for 'multiple people' accused of climbing the boards at a hockey rink, taking their shirts off and breaking the glass.

Canada Apr 2, 2026

Attorney general ‘not commenting’ on Ford’s call for Umar Zameer judge to apologize

The high-profile case saw Umar Zameer acquitted of first-degree murder in the death Det. Const. Jeffrey Northrup, who was fatally run over in Toronto in the summer of 2021.

Canada Apr 2, 2026

Raptors lament on ‘tough’ loss to lowly Kings

The disappointment in RJ Barrett's face was evident.

Sports Apr 2, 2026