Ontario Extending Gas, Fuel Tax Cuts to Keep Costs Down 

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ETOBICOKE — As part of the upcoming 2024 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review, the Ontario government is keeping costs down for drivers and businesses by introducing legislation that would, if passed, extend the temporary rate cuts on the gasoline and fuel taxes for the fourth time, until June 30, 2025. These extended cuts would ensure the rates remain at 9 …

Temporary lane closures on Don Valley Parkway, King Street West 

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Toronto – A section of the Don Valley Parkway have been closed to southbound traffic for the safe removal of a damaged variable messaging sign. To accommodate this unplanned work, from approximately 10pm on Thursday, April 18 to approximately 5:30am on Friday, April 19: All southbound lanes will be closed on the Don Valley Parkway between Don Mills and the …

Study of Winter Air Pollution in Toronto begins

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Toronto – Access to clean air and a healthy environment is key to the well-being of Canadians. After a summer of widespread wildfires, the impact of air quality on health and daily activities is top of mind for people living in Canada. While actions are necessary to protect the environment for present and future generations, they must be grounded in …

Toronto steps up to address unprecedented financial crisis 

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Toronto – Toronto City Council approved the Updated Long Term Financial Plan and a series of actions to address Toronto’s unprecedented financial crisis. As detailed in the 2023 Financial Update and Outlook report to Council earlier this year, the City of Toronto is experiencing a significant immediate and long-term financial crisis: an estimated $1.5 billion starting pressure for the 2024 operating budget …