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 		McGuinty Government Tables HST Legislation
The McGuinty government has tabled legislation to implement the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). The bill includes corporate tax cuts to offset implementation costs
Deputy Health Minister Ron Sapsford Resigns
Deputy Health Minister Ron Sapsford has resigned. He is the latest casualty in the eHealth scandal. The resignation came on Friday Nov. 13, 2009.
What Ontarians Need To Know About HST
Ontario is harmonizing its sales taxes. This article will tell people what they need to know about the controversial new policy before it takes effect on July 1, 2010.
McGuinty Government Releases Economic Statement
The McGuinty government released an economic statement. It revealed the province is carrying a $24.7 billion deficit, the highest in the province's history.
Hudak Demands eHealth Public Inquiry
Opposition Leader Tim Hudak wants a public inquiry into the eHealth spending scandal. He's also claiming the auditor-general's report hints at criminal behavior.
$75 Million Scandal Rocks Cancer Care Ontario
An Ontario government internal audit has revealed a second spending scandal at Cancer Care Ontario. $75 million was misspent on untendered work, and ill-tracked expenses
Ontario Health Minister David Caplan Resigns
Ontario's Health Minister David Caplan has resigned. The move comes as the Auditor-General's Report on the eHealth spending scandal is released.
Ontario's Ehealth Chairman Alan Hudson Retires
The Chairman of Ontario's eHealth agency Alan Hudson announced his retirement. The announcement follows the resignation of agency CEO Sarah Kramer.
Regional Development Agency For Ontario
Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the formation of a Regional Development Agency for Ontario. The agency's goal is to help with the province's economic recovery.
Premier Dalton McGuinty Shuffles Cabinet
Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty has shuffled his cabinet. The shift in personnel is meant to refocus his government on economic issues.
EHealth CEO Sarah Kramer Fired
The CEO of Ontario's eHealth program Sarah Kramer has been fired. Her resignation comes as consultants are alleged to have billed millions while doing little for it.
Ontario Takes On Ticketmaster
The province of Ontario is taking on Ticketmaster. Attorney-General Chris Bentley introduced legislation that would fine companies for re-selling tickets.
Ontario offers no Guarantees on Pension
Premier Dalton McGuinty has told Autoworkers his government couldn't guarantee retirees pension. The announcement sparked CAW leader Ken Lewinza's angry reaction.
Ontario's Duncan Presents Budget
Ontario's Finance Minister Dwight Duncan presented the province's 2009 official budget. Included were various spending announcements, and corporate tax cuts.
Ontario Moves Forward With Tax Harmonization
Despite stiff opposition, it appears Ontario is moving forward with a plan to harmonize its Provincial Sales Tax (PST) with the federal Goods & Services Tax (GST).
Tory Steps Down As Leader
John Tory has announced he is stepping down as Progressive Conservative leader after losing a by-election. His resignation is likely to end his political career.
McGuinty Easing The Way For New Energy
McGuinty is making it easier for businesses specializing in cleaner energy to set up in Ontario's municipalities by making it harder for their opposition.
McGuinty Government's Ideas For the Economy
After hearing Ontario lost 71 thousand jobs, Premier Dalton McGuinty shared his government's ideas on how to deal with the growing economic downturn.