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From food security to climate action, the issues shaping our world are playing out right here at home. Our Chronicle student reporters went looking for the stories behind the statistics in Durham Region. They found communities, changemakers and solutions. Click through to explore their reporting and discover what the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals mean for the people who live them every day.

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Oshawa: Get to know your ward before you vote

The Chronicle's second-year Journalism - Mass Media and Journalism and Creative Writing students wrote profiles of Oshawa's wards to help voters understand their neighbourhoods...
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Recent surge in gas prices is stressing students who commute

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What the 2026 provincial budget means for Durham Region

Despite billions in provincial spending, Durham Region is seeing limited direct gains from Ontario’s 2026 budget, with local politicians pointing to gaps in transit,...
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Farm workers ‘temporary’ but essential: industry experts

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Oshawa: Get to know your ward before you vote

The Chronicle's second-year Journalism - Mass Media and Journalism and Creative Writing students wrote profiles of Oshawa's wards to help voters understand their neighbourhoods...

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Oshawa: Get to know your ward before you vote

The Chronicle's second-year Journalism - Mass Media and Journalism and Creative Writing students wrote profiles of Oshawa's wards to help voters understand their neighbourhoods...

Recent surge in gas prices is stressing students who commute

Students who commute to Durham College are feeling the effects of recent gas price increases, despite the federal government dropping the 10-cent-per-litre excise tax.Gas...

What the 2026 provincial budget means for Durham Region

Despite billions in provincial spending, Durham Region is seeing limited direct gains from Ontario’s 2026 budget, with local politicians pointing to gaps in transit,...
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Homelessness remains a stubborn challenge in Oshawa

Asia Upson -
In recent weeks, temperatures have plunged to below -20 C, once again putting a spotlight on the challenges of homelessness in Durham Region.The number...

Ontario increases funding, removes tuition cap for colleges and universities

Arjun Banerjee -
The Ontario government has announced long-awaited funding changes for post-secondary institutions. These include allocating $6.4 billion in new funding, lifting the existing tuition freeze...

No speed cameras could hurt kids and seniors, says Oshawa councillor

Asia Upson -
Speed cameras will soon disappear from Oshawa's streets and one city councillor is not happy about it.Oshawa councillor Rick Kerr says municipal leaders are...

Ontario’s homelessness bill fails amid growing housing crisis

Juan E. Suarez C. -
A recent bill aimed at ending homelessness in Ontario did not pass in the provincial legislature but its authors hope their recommendations get included...

Indigenous activists tell senators it’s time to fix the Indian Act

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Story by Eva Ritchie and Juan Esteban Suarez CastrillónSharon McIvor has fought for changes to the Indian Act for years.On Tuesday, the member of...

Celebrating violence should not be tolerated

Matt Peuker -
The footage depicting Charlie Kirk's assassination divided the country, not just south of the border but here in Canada as well. Some mourned his...

Foreign workers frustrated, worried about lack of status in Canada

Juan E. Suarez C. -
As immigration increases in Durham Region, some labour activists and temporary foreign workers are calling for equal rights, including more workplace protections and...

Jennifer French’s fourth term: Prioritizing workers, housing and public services

Sunmeet Kour -
Jennifer French has secured a fourth consecutive term representing Oshawa in the Ontario Legislature, defeating Progressive Conservative challenger Jerry Ouellette by 1,925 votes.This election...

Student governor, DCSA poll see lukewarm response again

Arjun Banerjee -
Durham College (DC) students voted last week to elect a student governor to the school’s Board of Governors. Megan Bent from project management was...

Uxbridge, Stouffville leaders hear business concerns at Town Hall

Alex Jenkins -
Regulations, not tariffs, are the biggest burden, say local businesses. Owners cite long permit delays and costly red tape, while a skilled labour shortage adds to the strain.

The economic toll of tariffs

Izza Adil -
As Canada grapples with the potential for tariffs to disrupt its economy, issues such as inflation, strained supply chains and long-term economic instability remain. A...

Roger Gordon seeks to bring positive change to Whitby

Veronica Pereira -
Roger Gordon, a teacher and community volunteer, is running for MPP in Whitby for the Liberal party. His focus is on healthcare, education, and...
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