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Staff at a California surgical center were captured on video trying to block Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from arresting a Honduran landscaper this week, with one telling a federal officer "you don’t even have a warrant for him."

The tense scene unfolded Tuesday at the Ontario Advanced Surgery Center, located about 30 miles east of Los Angeles.

"Get your hands off of him," one staff member in blue scrubs is heard saying, shielding the man from an immigration agent. "Let him go. You need to get out."

The Department of Homeland Security said on X that ICE officers "conducted a targeted enforcement operation to arrest two illegal aliens" and "Officers in clearly marked ICE bulletproof vests approached the illegal alien targets as they exited a vehicle."

"One of the illegal aliens, Denis Guillen-Solis who is from Honduras, fled on foot to evade law enforcement. He ended up near the Ontario Advanced Surgical Center where hospital staff assaulted law enforcement and drug the officer and illegal alien into the facility," it added.

"Then, the staff attempted to obstruct the arrest by locking the door, blocking law enforcement vehicles from moving, and even called the cops claiming there was a ‘kidnapping,’" Homeland Security also said.

Javier Hernandez, executive director of the Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice, told The Associated Press that agents eventually arrested the Honduran man following the struggle inside the clinic that was captured on video.

Hernandez added that the man was sending money to Honduras to help his mother with her dialysis treatments.

The incident is one of the latest in a growing series of confrontations with federal immigration officers.

In another incident Tuesday, protesters were seen clashing with ICE agents wielding batons outside the San Francisco Immigration Court.

Protesters also clashed with federal authorities Thursday during an immigration operation north of Los Angeles at a marijuana farm allegedly employing illegal immigrants.

Fox News Digital’s Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Louis Casiano and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

TORONTO —The Ontario government has appointed Bernard Derible as the province’s new Agent-General in Southeast Asia, supporting the government’s work to protect Ontario by advancing international trade and investment opportunities in the region. This appointment will also build on the success of Ontario’s newly opened Trade and Investment Office (TIO) in Singapore.

“In the face of global economic uncertainty and a tightening investment environment, our government is protecting Ontario by creating new opportunities for our businesses, workers, and families and strengthening Ontario’s presence abroad,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “As one of the fastest-growing global markets, the ASEAN region, is a critical economy. We welcome Mr. Derible to this important role and look forward to seeing his expertise support our ambitions to diversify trade relations and attract new investments.”

Bernard Derible holds over 35 years of senior management and leadership experience, working across government, business, and international non-profit sectors and has served as a strategic advisor on economic reform in Afghanistan and supported development and education initiatives in Southeast Asia.

As Ontario’s Agent-General in Southeast Asia, Mr. Derible will serve as the province’s senior representative in-market, providing strategic advice, identifying investment opportunities and facilitating trade partnerships. He will work in close coordination with Ontario’s new Trade and Investment Office in Singapore, which supports engagement across the ASEAN region, including Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao Peoples’ Democratic Republic (PDR), Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Since June 2018, the province’s global network of TIOs have attracted over $27 billion in new investment that have resulted in the creation of nearly 15,400 new, good-paying jobs and facilitated market access to thousands of Ontario companies from various industry sectors.

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TORONTO — The Ontario government is taking significant steps to strengthen its health-care workforce by making it easier for U.S.-licensed nurses and board-certified physicians to move to and practise in Ontario. The change is part of the government’s plan to protect and strengthen Ontario’s health-care system by increasing the number of health-care professionals working in the province.

"By cutting the red tape that is delaying highly trained U.S.-licensed doctors and nurses from being able to live and work in Ontario, we are making bold strides to ensure Ontario patients receive timely and accessible care," said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. "These changes build on our government’s historic action to reduce labour mobility barriers for health-care professionals within Canada, and will now make it faster and easier for American physicians and nurses to care for Ontario patients."

The change will enable qualified U.S.-licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and registered practical nurses to begin working in Ontario health settings without prior registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or the College of Nurses of Ontario. These professionals will be able to work for up to six months while seeking registration in Ontario, removing a significant barrier to attracting American health-care workers.

Additionally, the government is removing restrictions under “As of Right” that limit four professions to practising in public hospitals and long-term care homes. This change applies to physicians and nurses licensed in the U.S., as well as respiratory therapists and medical laboratory technologists who will now be able to practise in a broader range of health settings, including primary care, home and community care and community laboratories.

Ontario continues to support locally trained health-care workers, expanding the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant, which provides financial assistance to postsecondary students who commit to working in underserved communities after graduation. The province is also expanding access to care by opening more medical schools, increasing nursing program capacity, and broadening the scope of practice for nurses, enabling nurses to play a greater role in patient care.

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"Our government is fixing long-term care by training, hiring and retaining thousands of health-care workers to provide high-quality care for residents. We welcome all U.S.-licensed health professionals looking for opportunities to practice and accelerate their careers in Ontario’s long-term care homes."

- Paul CalandraActing Minister of Long-Term Care

"Now more than ever, Ontario needs a world-class, highly skilled workforce to keep our province competitive. That’s why our government is taking decisive action to break down barriers, ensuring trained workers can get to work faster and keep Ontario strong, healthy and productive."

- David PicciniMinister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

"Our government is cutting red tape to deliver real results for the people of Ontario. By streamlining the process for U.S.-licensed doctors and nurses to work in Ontario, we’re removing unnecessary barriers and accelerating access to care. This is a great example of how reducing red tape can strengthen our health-care system, support frontline workers, and ensure patients get the timely, high-quality care they deserve."

- Andrea KhanjinMinister of Red Tape Reduction

"The Ontario Medical Association supports the government’s efforts to reduce barriers to practice and enhance mobility for qualified health professionals, including those trained in the U.S. These changes help strengthen Ontario’s health workforce and improve timely access to care. Doctors remain committed to working with the Ministry to ensure that these changes deliver sustainable, high-quality care for Ontarians."

- Dr. Zainab AbdurrahmanPresident, Ontario Medical Association

"Ontario’s plan to connect everyone with a family doctor is ambitious and essential—and growing the family medicine workforce is key to making it a reality. Reducing barriers for qualified physicians to practise in Ontario is a positive and timely step that can help improve access to care. As we work to attract new family physicians, we also need to continue moving forward with support for family physicians already providing high-quality care across the province. Together, these efforts will help strengthen the foundation of our health system for the long term."

- Dr. Eric WongPresident-Elect, Ontario College of Family Physicians

"NPAO applauds the Ontario government for expediting U.S.-licensed Nurse Practitioners’ (NPs) ability to practice in Ontario. Removing barriers and attracting more licensed NPs to Ontario is a significant step in addressing the gaps in primary and specialty care across the system. NPAO looks forward to continuing our partnership with the Government of Ontario and the Ministry of Health to integrate and empower NPs to best provide high-quality, compassionate, and timely care for all Ontarians."

- Dr. NP Michelle AcornCEO, NPAO

"RNAO welcomes Ontario’s action to remove unnecessary barriers for U.S.-licensed physicians and nurses to begin practising in our province – while maintaining a strong commitment to patient safety and registration standards, including the requirement for a BScN for registered nurses and an MScN for nurse practitioners. Ontarians deserve timely and high-quality care, and this policy change is a timely step toward strengthening nurse retention and recruitment efforts. Attracting new nurses – whether from across the border or within Ontario – must be matched by robust strategies to retain the nurses we already have. That means ensuring safe staffing, competitive compensation across all sectors, and healthy work environments. RNAO is ready and eager to collaborate with the Ontario government and other partners to support both retention and recruitment, and to ensure the best possible care for Ontarians."

- Dr. Doris Grinspun, RN, PhD, O.ONTCEO, Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO)

"WeRPN recognizes the Ontario government's efforts to streamline the process for U.S.-licensed nurses and physicians to practice in Ontario. Any measure that helps to more quickly integrate qualified nurses into the workforce is a positive step towards addressing health-care needs. This is a crucial step in cementing a strong talent pipeline as pressure on our health-care system, bolstering our nursing workforce, and ensuring Ontarians have access to the care they need, when they need it. By reducing barriers and expanding practice settings, we are not only attracting vital talent but also recognizing the diverse skills and expertise that these professionals bring to our health-care system."

- Dianne MartinCEO, WeRPN

TORONTO — The Ontario government is helping more families access fertility treatments by expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) services under the Ontario Fertility Program (OFP), with a call for applications open today to all Ontario fertility clinics. The applications are part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario by improving public services, investing $250 million over three years to increase the number of clinics participating in the OFP and shorten wait lists in both hospitals and community settings. The province is also implementing the new Ontario Fertility Treatment Tax Credit, retroactive to January 1, 2025.

“As our government continues to protect Ontario families and the services they rely on, this historic announcement will triple the number of families benefitting from government-funded IVF services,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “With more clinics participating in the Ontario Fertility Program, more people and families across the province will be able to access government-funded fertility services faster, more conveniently and with more financial support.”

The new refundable Ontario Fertility Treatment Tax Credit builds on Ontario’s existing Medical Expense Tax Credit, offering further financial relief to couples and individuals in their journeys to start or grow their family. The credit will provide up to $5,000 in annual support by covering 25 per cent of eligible fertility-related expenses, including IVF cycles, fertility medications, travel for treatment and diagnostic testing.

“Our government knows that protecting Ontario and building a more resilient and self-reliant province begins with strong families,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance. “This historic investment will build on our work to provide more people and families with better access to the services they need to start and grow their families – expanding clinic capacity, shortening waitlists and making these services more accessible and affordable for all Ontarians.”

Existing OFP clinics seeking additional IVF funding as well as new clinics seeking to participate in the OFP for the first time are eligible to apply, with the government releasing the successful applicants in late 2025.

Through Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care, the Ontario government is making steady progress to ensure the OFP is better equipped to meet the needs of patients and provide them with timely and high-quality fertility care where and when they need it, closer to home.

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TORONTO – The Ontario government is investing $6.5 million through the province’s Life Sciences Innovation Fund (LSIF) to help 13 companies in the sector develop and launch made-in-Ontario medical technologies, create good-paying jobs, and strengthen Ontario’s position as a global leader in the industry. LSIF helps companies across the province capitalize on promising medical technologies and unlock new commercial opportunities.

“Ontario’s life sciences sector is a key driver of our province’s economy, which is why our government is making strategic investments to ensure more medical breakthroughs are discovered and developed right here, at home,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “By renewing the Life Sciences Innovation Fund, we are taking decisive action to build a more resilient and self-reliant economy, focused on protecting Ontario workers, businesses and good-paying jobs.”

The following companies will each receive up to $500,000 to help grow their businesses and create local jobs:

Today’s investment marks an important milestone for the province, as the initial round of funding has generated more than $48 million in private-sector co-investments, supporting the government’s plan to build a more competitive, resilient, and self-reliant economy at a time of growing global uncertainty.

“This renewed investment in Ontario’s LSIF empowers home-grown companies to bring health breakthroughs to market, create jobs, and cement our global leadership in life sciences,” says Claudia Krywiak, President and CEO of the Ontario Centre of Innovation. “The Ontario Centre of Innovation is proud to support these innovators alongside the Government of Ontario.”

Ontario is home to a thriving life sciences sector, employing more than 74,000 people in good-paying jobs across close to 2,000 companies, with annual exports exceeding $11.8 billion. Building on the success of the fund’s initial launch in 2022, the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario, included a renewal of LSIF with an additional $15 million investment to be delivered over the next three years.

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"Investing in Ontario’s life sciences sector is crucial for fostering innovation, creating high-quality jobs, and building a resilient economy. By supporting made-in-Ontario medical technologies through LSIF, we’re not only driving cutting-edge advancements but also ensuring our province remains a global leader in life sciences, ready to meet the challenges of an uncertain world with home-grown solutions."

- Kinga SurmaMPP for Etobicoke Centre

"Northern Vascular Systems is thrilled to receive support from Ontario's LSIF, which is helping us accelerate our path to human studies and strengthen our company’s growth. As a spin-off from an Ontario academic hospital, it’s exciting to see investment funds like LSIF backing breakthrough health technologies and supporting companies like ours in bringing innovations from lab to market."

- Joel RamjistCEO & Co-Founder, Northern Vascular Systems

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