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Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Ontario, scheduled a memorial ceremony for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on Friday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Energy Research Centre Atrium. According to the university, the event was to be livestreamed on its
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The Government of Canada has announced a new strategy to enhance the country's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities through significant financial commitments. The Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Strategy, launched by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne, aims to allocate up to $2 billion to improve
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The Ontario government has appointed Angela Clayton as the interim President and CEO of Infrastructure Ontario. This decision was made with the unanimous support of Infrastructure Ontario's Board of Directors. Clayton is set to take over the role later this month, following the transition of the current President
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The Ontario government has announced a new initiative aimed at increasing the number of family doctors in rural and northern communities. This effort is part of the Practice Ready Ontario program, which will enable up to 100 internationally trained family physicians to begin practicing in these areas by 2025. The
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The Pet Spay Neuter Initiatives Association has approached the Clarington Council with a request for financial support to sustain its program, which offers spay and neuter services to low-income and homeless individuals. This request was presented by Martin Field, the Chair of the association, during the General Government Committee
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The Municipality of Clarington is evaluating the potential benefits and funding implications of supporting the Pet Spay Neuter Initiatives Program (SNIP). During the General Government Committee meeting on December 2, 2024, Martin Field, Chair of the Spay Neuter Initiatives Association, presented an overview of the program. The initiative aims to
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Ontario Tech University has been named Canada’s Research University of the Year in the small university category for the second consecutive year by Research Infosource, according to the organization’s 2024 report released December 5. The ranking reflects data from the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The recognition highlights Ontario
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums, and Archives (CLMA) have announced a series of holiday programs and events for December. These activities are designed for various age groups, including adults, youth, and children. Key events include: * Holiday Tree Lighting Storytime: Scheduled at the Bowmanville Library on Friday, December 6, from 5:
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In October 2024, Canada's international merchandise trade saw a shift with exports increasing by 1.1% and imports rising by 0.5%. This change resulted in the narrowing of Canada's merchandise trade deficit from $1.3 billion in September to $924 million in October. Clarington Post
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Nash Road in Courtice will be closed on Saturday, December 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The closure will affect the section between Townline Road and Trulls Road. This is to accommodate the Courtice Santa Claus Parade. Emergency access will be maintained during the closure. Residents and
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The Ontario government has introduced the Support for Seniors and Caregivers Act, 2024, which proposes a series of legislative changes and investments aimed at enhancing care for seniors across the province. The proposed legislation includes a $114-million initiative focused on improving dementia care, supporting families and caregivers, and fostering
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced the first recipients of the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Opportunities Fund. This initiative, in partnership with the Durham Community Foundation, aims to support para sport and recreation activities in the region. The five organizations receiving funding are: * Precious Minds Support Services: