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 Armed with water sampling kits and scientific curiosity, citizen scientists can soon join forces with University of Windsor researchers to protect the Great Lakes through a bold new initiative led by the Real-time Aquatic Ecosystem Observation Network (RAEON).

The OMA recognizes Doctors’ Day every May 1st, the birthday of Canada’s first female physician, Dr. Emily Stowe, by providing opportunities for Ontarians to thank their doctors.

This figure may increase to 119,200 jobs in 2026 and 137,900 jobs in 2029, according to the report by the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario, released Wednesday.

Researchers, clinicians, advocates and politicians will be gathering at UofT Victoria Colleague from May 1st to 4th for the Canadian Pain Society Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) to discuss the latest research (psychedelics), chronic pain treatment best-practices and the status of our opioid crisis. 

Elections Canada has nearly wrapped up counting all the ballots in what turned out to be a razor-close race leaving the Liberals just three seats short of winning a majority.

TVO says this season of its flagship current affairs program will be the last as the veteran host enters a new phase of his career with the public broadcaster.

The Ontario government has introduced new legislation to fight auto theft and crack down on car thieves.

A festivalgoer in Vancouver says it was shocking and devastating to see the carnage in the street after a vehicle tore through a celebration of Filipino heritage over the weekend.
The attack killed 11 people and police fear the death toll could rise as dozens of others are still in hospital some in critical and serious condition. Scott Hurst, CTV National News joins us with the latest. 

It's election day in Canada. Voting is now open across the country following a short and intense election campaign. University of Windsor Political science professor Lydia Miljan joins us with more.

The region's leading healthcare and academic institutions have reaffirmed their commitment to local health research and innovation with the renewal of a five-year Memorandum of Understanding. Dora Cavallo-Medved, PhD, Associate Dean of Science - Faculty and Student Engagement, Interim Director, WE-SPARK Health Institute joins us to talk more about it. 

Promising to axe what he’s dubbed the “Car-ney tax,” Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre pledged Thursday that a government led by him would end Canada’s electric vehicle sales mandate.

100% Proceeds benefit Hospice of Windsor & Essex County and Windsor Cancer center foundation in memory of Jeffrey and everyone affected from cancer 

Unifor members, leaders, and supporters will gather for a Protect Canadian Jobs Rally on Saturday, April 26 at 1 p.m. at Riverfront Festival Plaza

Ojibway garners support from 3 main candidates in Windsor-West 

During a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens announced that the $10.3 million Legacy Beacon project along Riverside Drive at the foot of Caron Avenue will be named the Michael D. Hurst Legacy Park, in honour of Windsor's former mayor.

With the April 30 tax deadline fast approaching, some Canadians have yet to file their returns, risking potential penalties and missed benefits. For Canadians who file late and owe taxes, the late-filing penalty is 5% of their 2024 balance owing, plus an additional 1% for each full month missed after the due date.

Camper Express in Oldcaste has seen an increase in their pre season reservations due to Canadians wanting to stay local this summer and avoid US travel.