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Author: Colin D’Mello
Publication Date: February 17, 2026 - 06:00

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Ontario finance minister says rate of health-care spending is ‘unsustainable’

February 17, 2026
In the buildup to the 2026 budget, Doug Ford's finance minister is raising concerns about the sustainability of health-care spending in Ontario.


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Ontario is examining legislation that would allow special constables to arrest and ticket drug users. Today, Ottawa City Council has voted 17-7 to endorse that legislation. It would also expand present-day enforcement powers to OC Transpo special constables, who would be able to arrest and fine people using drugs on public transit. The motion was moved by Rideau-Vanier councillor Stéphanie Plante. She joins Kristy Cameron on today’s Ottawa Now.
February 25, 2026 - 17:48 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
The Ottawa police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect following a home invasion and carjacking that took place at about 2:10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 on Howden Avenue. Read More
February 25, 2026 - 17:46 | Doug Menary | Ottawa Citizen
Halton Regional Police have charged a Hamilton police officer with child exploitation offences; the constable has been suspended without pay.
February 25, 2026 - 17:26 | Prisha Dev | Global News - Canada