#onpoli, a TVO podcast, is all about Ontario politics. Join hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath for candid interviews and a... more
Every year, the Auditor General of Ontario releases an annual report detailing how money was spent in the Province of... more
Donald Trump's trade threats have caused mass economic panic. Doug Ford and Justin Trudeau have threatened retaliatory tactics. Steve Paikin... more
The Ontario New Democratic party are pitching a new deal for municipalities that include re-uploading big costs to the province.... more
Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie has made her first major election campaign promise: a tax cut for the middle class.... more
Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States. What are the implications for Ontario's economy? Steve... more
The fall economic statement shows the province is raking in more money than previously thought, but is it enough to... more
Queen's Park is back and still talking about bike lanes. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the government's first... more
Ontario Green Party leader Mike Schreiner joins the podcast to talk about his hopes for the party, the new session... more
The province is undertaking an audit of children's aid societies in Ontario. This comes after Premier Doug Ford's criticized cost... more
Bhutila Karpoche is the third NDP MPP to seek a federal nomination. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath talk about... more
Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie joins Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath to discuss her plans ahead of a potential... more
The Ontario PC Party has won the riding of Bay of Quinte, replacing former education minister Todd Smith. Steve Paikin... more
The Government of Ontario is spending millions on upgrading the water infrastructure in Prince Edward County — ahead of a... more
A new ban on smartphones in Ontario's secondary schools has come into effect. How will students react to the new... more
Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath return to the #onpoli podcast for a midsummer check-in from the Association of Municipalities... more
Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath round off another season of the #onpoli podcast with a mailbag episode. They answer... more
LCBO workers are in legal strike position, and they've set a deadline of July 5 to get a deal made.... more
Fresh polling shows the Progressive Conservatives would emerge victorious if an election was called early. Carolyn Parrish will be the... more
On Thursday, Premier Doug Ford announced a new cabinet with some major changes. We'll give you the backstory on who... more
Reaction continues to pour in after Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced the government would pay $225 million to end an... more
Back in 2021, the Ontario government used the notwithstanding clause to push through changes to campaign finance laws. Critics say... more
The official opposition is accusing the Ontario government of shutting down debate on a private member's bill called Lydia's Law.... more
A new bill could impose major changes to the province's universities, raising concerns about the independence of the institutions.A town... more
Queen's Park announces that ,back to basics, in Ontario schools means a cellphone and vape ban. Meanwhile, debates ensue over... more
Earlier this week, a second unanimous consent vote to reverse a ban on wearing keffiyehs at Queen's Park failed to... more
The federal government has tabled its budget, which includes money for municipalities on housing and a tax on the rich.... more
Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Paul Calandra unveiled The Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, a new... more
The Canadian government has announced a new infrastructure fund that would provide billions to provinces and territories to build up... more
Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy has unveiled Ontario's budget and it's a big one. The province is spending an unprecedented... more
Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie has said that if she becomes premier, she will not impose carbon tax on residents.... more
Premier Doug Ford has been seen in recent weeks handing out large cheques to cities who have hit their housing... more
The official opposition is calling on the Ontario government to remove tolls for truckers on Highway 407. Their argument is... more
Ontario's provincial government is infusing $1.3 billion into the post-secondary education system, but is it too little and too late?... more
MPPs have returned to Queen's Park after their winter hiatus to a jam-packed schedule with the Ontario PC Government introducing... more
Late last year, Energy Minister Todd Smith said he'd introduce legislation to reverse a decision made by the Ontario Energy... more
The Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed a request that would allow for the release of the Government of Ontario's... more
Private emails sent between two aides have added a new chapter to the Greenbelt scandal that has plagued the Ontario... more
The Government of Ontario is set to expand the number of private health clinics allowed to perform certain types of... more
It's a new year, but the same old priorities for the Government of Ontario: Housing, affordability, and healthcare. Steve Paikin... more
The Region of Peel will remain whole for the foreseeable future, bringing a close to a months-long ordeal for the... more
Last week, newly minted Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie made her first appearances at Queen's Park. While she spoke about... more
From mayor of Mississauga to new Ontario Liberal leader, Bonnie Crombie has seen a political rise over the last few... more
Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow have made an agreement that will give Canada's largest city billions in... more
Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the upcoming Ontario Liberal leadership election. Bonnie Crombie, Nate Erskine-Smith, Ted Hsu, and... more
Last week, Bonnie Lysyk, Ontario's auditor general, released a report detailing recent changes to the Greenbelt and how there’s evidence... more
Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath get caught up on all things Ontario during the month of July including the... more
Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the results of the Toronto mayoral by-election, and how the city's politics will... more
Strong mayor powers are coming to 26 Ontario municipalities giving mayors a greater ability to win votes and appoint officials.Toronto... more
Last week, parts of Ontario and the U.S. spent a number of days under a special air quality advisory from... more
Yasir Naqvi, MP for Ottawa Centre, has thrown his hat into the ring for the Ontario Liberal Party leadership. He's... more
Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow have made an agreement that will give Canada's largest city billions in exchange for... more