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‘You lose your job, you lose your livelihood’: NDP will push for reform of Ontario program that has unfairly stripped drivers of their licences
Transportation Minister Caroline Mulroney declined interview requests. A Star/IJB investigation found MCR system is prone to abuse and inaccuracies. Read more
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Six things to know about Ontario’s controversial medical condition report system
A program meant to make the roads safer is suspending the licences of some drivers who pose no threat. Read more
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IJB celebrates second anniversary, Arbor Award for Co-Chair Gerry Gotfrit
IJB journalists and friends of the Bureau gathered at the University of Toronto’s Faculty Club on Nov. 24 to celebrate two years of innovation and achievement. The event, attended by about 100 academics, business leaders, journalists and supporters, was hosted by Adalsteinn (Steini) Brown, Dean of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Since its… Read more
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“Let’s try to make the world a better place” – How the Investigative Journalism Bureau holds truth to power
This article is a repost from a Dalla Lana School of Public Health news article. Read the original here. In a three-year span, the Investigative Journalism Bureau (IJB) has been responsible for groundbreaking stories that have revealed trends and injustices within the health care field. These in-depth pieces were possible because of two individuals who worked together to bring the IJB to… Read more
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Donner Canadian Foundation provides ongoing support to IJB
TORONTO — The Donner Canadian Foundation is continuing its generous support of independent investigative journalism with a second $20,000 contribution to the Investigative Journalism Bureau. This ongoing support from one of Canada’s most distinguished philanthropic organizations will continue to fund innovative, impactful journalism on matters of vital public importance to Canadians. “Support like this two… Read more
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Herpes. Hay Fever. Sexual ‘deviations.’ Doctors cite dubious conditions when billing for patients’ fitness-to-drive reports
Data also reveals just 20 doctors have billed for filing 15 percent of all medical condition reports in Ontario. Experts say that’s cause for concern. Read more
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There was no evidence they drove after drinking. So why did they lose their licences for longer than Ontarians convicted of impaired driving?
fter a stressful day at work, the woman had a drink before going to her doctor for swelling in her legs. There was no suggestion at the appointment about her having a drinking problem — no discussion about alcohol at all. The next day, the doctor reported her to the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), alleging… Read more
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IJB wins prestigious funding for data-driven reporting
The IJB is one of 22 North American investigative news organizations to win The Data-Driven Reporting Project award, a prestigious U.S.-based prize honouring intrepid reporting that utilizes data and serves underrepresented communities. The award, offered by the Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications and the Google News Initiative, comes with a $100,000 USD… Read more
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‘You’re guilty until proven innocent:’ Doctors question Ontario’s automatic licence suspensions for drivers with certain medical conditions
It’s not clear Ontario’s mandatory reporting is the best way to keep the roads safe — especially with the collateral damage it can cause. Read more
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She confided in a doctor about her depression. The next thing she knew, the government took away her driver’s licence
Ontario program to make roads safer is ensnaring drivers who pose no threat, imperiling livelihoods and sowing distrust, Star/IJB investigation finds. Read more
