Online Harms Act Risks a Dangerous Bureaucracy
An editorial from the Victoria Times Colonist criticizes Canada’s Online Harms Act for broad wording that could criminalize online opinions, creating a Digital Safety Commission and an ombudsperson, enabling pre crime notions, and risking free speech. It warns the act may be unconstitutional and calls for redrafting.
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Ford and Crombie duel over Ontario spending and taxes
Jay Goldberg argues both Bonnie Crombie and Doug Ford are spenders impacting Ontario finances. Crombie as Mississauga mayor increased spending and debt. property taxes rose well beyond inflation. Ford has also raised spending and debt while promising tax cuts. The piece calls for credible contrast and fiscal restraint from both sides before the next election.
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Diversity of Views in Our Letters Policy
The ChronicleJournal invites original letters up to 300 words on varied topics. Submissions must be exclusive to the paper and include full name, address, and daytime phone. Names and hometowns will be published. email letters chroniclejournal.com without attachments.
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Northlander rail revival progress stalls amid questions
Northern Tracks columnist Eric Boutilier notes mixed progress on Ontario Northlander revival with Metrolinx and ONTC completing business cases and stock purchases while major questions remain. He cites past failures, fare integration gaps, underserved towns considered for stops, and shifting timelines ahead of the 2026 election.
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