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Weekly Digest Ottawa Mar 30 - Apr 5, 2026

Bulletin hebdo — Ottawa : 30 mars–5 avril 2026

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  1. [2427] Le PM Mark Carney a été critiqué après avoir plaisanté qu’il pourrait « tenir plus longtemps » qu’une manifestante de Grassy Narrows (fin mars) — les chefs demandent des excuses alors que la communauté subit toujours les conséquences d’environ 9 000 kg de mercure déversés par une usine.
  2. [2428] L’Ontario veut étendre l’intégration tarifaire (OneFare) et éventuellement harmoniser les horaires, déclenchée en partie par le futur LRT Hurontario, mais le syndicat ATU Local 113 s’inquiète des pouvoirs étendus donnés au ministre.
  3. [2430] Le gouvernement provincial prévoit de nommer des présidents régionaux « forts » pour huit grandes régions et de réduire la taille des conseils : Simcoe passerait de 32 à 17 membres, Niagara de 32 à 12.
  4. [2429] Stellantis étudie l’idée qu’un constructeur chinois (Leapmotor) fasse des assemblages légers à l’usine de Brampton; Unifor craint la perte d’emplois de pièces locales après le départ de certaines productions vers les États‑Unis.
  5. [2324] Ottawa et l’Ontario ont signé une entente de 8,8 G$ pour réduire de 50 % les charges de développement municipales pendant trois ans et exonérer la TVH sur les logements neufs pendant un an — but : relancer la construction, sans objectif précis à court terme.
  6. [2409] Le salaire minimum en Ontario montera à 17,95 $/h le 1er oct. 2026 (actuellement 17,60 $), soit environ 728 $ de plus par an pour un travailleur à 40 h/semaine.
  7. [2380] Des défenseurs disent que les hausses provinciales du salaire minimum restent insuffisantes; exemples : Nouvelle‑Écosse 16,75 $, Terre‑Neuve 16,35 $, et le salaire minimum fédéral passe à 18,15 $.
  8. [2400] Les députés provinciaux ont obtenu une hausse de 4,2 % au 1er avril, portant le salaire d’un député ordinaire à 163 959 $, une décision contestée par la majorité des Ontariens.
  9. [2413] Des courriels montrent qu’un conseiller a demandé d’« creuser davantage » sur la situation financière de Therme quelques jours avant la signature d’un bail controversé de 95 ans pour Ontario Place — des doutes persistent sur la liquidité et les actifs.
  10. [2402] L’Ontario veut intégrer les infirmières praticiennes au système public mais refuse pour l’instant les codes de facturation OHIP, ayant manqué l’échéance fédérale du 1er avril; le mode de financement reste à définir.
  11. [2412] Metrolinx compte désormais 124 vice‑présidents (hausse de 5 %) en 2025, salaire moyen d’environ 248 000 $; certains consultants externes ont été embauchés en interne.
  12. [2326] Les cinq présidents d’établissements collégiaux les mieux payés en Ontario ont touché en moyenne ~507 000 $ en 2025, alors que les collèges poursuivent des suppressions d’emplois.
  13. [2328] Le coût du personnel du bureau du Premier a bondi : 50 employés figuraient sur la « Sunshine List » pour un total de 8,1 M$ en 2025 (+11 %).
  14. [2352] Un an après l’ouverture des HART Hubs en remplacement de certains sites de consommation supervisée, des intervenants disent que l’accès aux traitements et au dépistage des drogues reste insuffisant, malgré plus de 100 000 interactions déclarées.
  15. [2403] La police provinciale a arrêté un cinquième suspect (Damion Ryan, 45 ans, d’Ottawa) lié au meurtre de 2021 à Bolton; deux suspects sont toujours recherchés et une prime de 50 000 $ est offerte.
  16. [2404] La police a installé un panneau publicitaire près d’Orangeville pour relancer les informations sur le meurtre de David Robson (1er avril 2024) : son véhicule 2017 Kia Sportage noire (plaque DAMZ 252) est introuvable.
  17. [2361] Des tests génétiques ont permis d’identifier une victime d’un meurtre retrouvée au Québec en 1979 comme Pamela Harvey, disparue de Sudbury le 25 décembre 1978; le suspect présumé serait décédé en 1979.
  18. [2405] Un camion‑transport et un VUS sont entrés en collision à Norwich Township (31 mars) : trois personnes sont décédées (dont deux mineurs) et deux autres sont grièvement blessées.
  19. [2432] L’OPP recherche plusieurs personnes après qu’un groupe de spectateurs a grimpé sur la rambarde, retiré leurs chemises et brisé la vitre d’une patinoire à Bracebridge le 26 mars; des vidéos circulent en ligne.
  20. [2408] Les procureurs demandent à la Cour d’appel de maintenir en détention l’avocat Deepak Paradkar, accusé d’avoir conseillé Ryan Wedding; il avait été remis en liberté sous strictes conditions et une caution conjointe de 5 M$.
  21. [2407] Dans le procès pour agressions sexuelles de Frank Stronach, la juge a jugé la preuve d’une plaignante « complètement non fiable », ce qui exclut une condamnation sur ce point; le procès se poursuit pour les autres chefs.
  22. [2398] Les Raptors ont perdu 123‑115 contre Sacramento (1er avril) — Precious Achiuwa a inscrit 28 points et 19 rebonds, et Toronto est retombé en zone play‑in à l’Est.
  23. [2389] Les Oilers ont signé William Nicholl (19 ans, natif d’Ottawa) à un contrat d’entrée de trois ans après sa saison (15 buts, 11 passes en 32 matchs avec London Knights).
  24. [2406] La AHL a approuvé le déménagement de l’équipe affiliée des New York Islanders de Bridgeport à Hamilton pour la saison 2026‑27; les matchs auront lieu au TD Coliseum (18 000 places).
  25. [2372] Masai Ujiri rejoint le groupe propriétaire du Toronto Tempo (WNBA), aux côtés de Serena Williams, Geoff Molson et d’autres investisseurs.
  26. [2350] Jeremy Hansen et Jenni Gibbons font partie de la mission Artemis II (fenêtre de lancement visée : 1–6 avril); Hansen pourrait devenir le premier non‑Américain à quitter l’orbite basse terrestre.
  27. [2431] Avec six matchs de la Coupe du monde à Toronto (11 juin–19 juillet), la plupart des visiteurs prévoient d’explorer d’autres régions; les reventes de billets sont chères et les autorités alertent sur les fraudes liées au tournoi.

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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