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Dr. Mary Bluechardt has been appointed Deputy Provost at Ontario Tech University, with her term beginning on January 1, 2025, according to an announcement from the university. She has served as Interim Deputy Provost since October 1, 2023, and previously held the position of Dean of the Faculty of Health
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Statistics Canada has released the farm product prices for October 2024. The data covers monthly provincial prices for grains, oilseeds, specialty crops, cattle, hogs, poultry, eggs, and dairy products. * Canola Prices: In October, canola prices varied across provinces. Saskatchewan saw a 0.5% decline, while Alberta and Manitoba experienced a
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The Municipality of Clarington has formally requested the Province of Ontario to recognize homelessness as a health priority. This call was made during the General Government Committee meeting held on December 2, 2024. The resolution, supported by Mayor Adrian Foster and Councillors, emphasizes the need for a dedicated provincial minister
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The Ontario government has announced an expansion of its competitive energy procurement initiative, increasing the target from 5,000 megawatts (MW) to 7,500 MW. This expansion is part of the Second Long-Term Procurement (LT2) plan, which aims to address the province's growing electricity demand. The Independent
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has approved the implementation of a Veterans' Crosswalk at the intersection of King and Temperance Streets in Bowmanville. This decision was made during the meeting held on December 2, 2024. The crosswalk is intended to serve as a permanent memorial to honor those
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Durham Region Transit (DRT) is organizing an Accessibility Forum on January 14, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Oshawa Convention Centre. The event is open to the public and aims to gather feedback on accessible public transit services in the region. The forum will feature
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The 2022 Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) assessed the literacy, numeracy, and adaptive problem-solving skills of Canadians aged 16 to 65. The results indicate that Canadians scored above the average of the 27 Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries participating in the
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Apprenticeship programs in Canada have shown signs of recovery in 2023, with new registrations and certifications continuing to rise. According to Statistics Canada, there were 70,521 new registrations in apprenticeship programs across Canada, excluding Alberta, marking an 8.0% increase from 2022 and surpassing the pre-pandemic level of
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting Edwardian Christmas Holiday Tours at the Waverley Place historic house. These tours are scheduled for December 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2024, with sessions at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. The tours are open to all ages and do not require prior
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting Edwardian Christmas Holiday Tours at the Waverley Place historic house. These tours aim to showcase the festive decorations and traditions of the Edwardian era. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage in parlour games and learn about historical foods and customs. The tours will
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The Courtice Tree-Lighting Ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Courtice Community Complex, located at 2950 Courtice Road North, Courtice. This event will feature a variety of activities suitable for families. Attendees can enjoy face
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On December 7, 2024, a carjacking incident occurred in Pickering, involving a black Mercedes G550 SUV. The event took place around 10:50 p.m. near Taunton Road and Altona Road. According to the Durham Region Police Service, the victim's vehicle was intentionally hit by another vehicle. Upon