Did you mean exert?
exert
verb
°to put in vigorous action.
"I exerted myself in today's training."
°to make use of, to apply, especially of something non-material.
"He considered exerting his influence on John to gain an advantage for himself."

Did you mean Ontario?
Ontario
noun
°A lake between Ontario province and New York State.
°A province in eastern Canada that has Toronto as its capital.