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On December 8, 2024, three individuals escaped from the Laval Immigration Holding Centre in Quebec. The individuals have been identified as Bryan Ulises Moya Rojas, Diego Nicolas Flores Sepulveda, and Daniel Eliseo Gonzalez Ihrig, all Chilean nationals. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued arrest warrants and is collaborating
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The Clarington Council has submitted a formal request for the redistribution of a portion of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and Goods and Services Tax (GST) to municipalities. This proposal was discussed during the General Government Committee meeting on December 2, 2024, and aims to secure sustainable funding for local
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The Municipality of Clarington has proposed a resolution requesting the redistribution of a portion of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to municipalities. This proposal was discussed during the General Government Committee meeting held on December 2, 2024. The resolution, moved by Mayor Foster
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has approved the development of a Veterans' Crosswalk at the intersection of King and Temperance Streets in Bowmanville. This initiative aims to serve as a permanent memorial for those who have served in the Canadian Forces. The crosswalk's location is strategically
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has approved amendments to the Traffic By-law as part of their recent meeting on December 2, 2024. The amendments specifically address changes to parking fines, particularly concerning vehicles parked in a manner that interferes with snow removal operations. The committee resolved to increase the
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting a series of 'Mrs. Claus Storytime' events across multiple locations in December 2024. These events are scheduled as follows: * Orono Library: Monday, December 9, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM * Courtice Library: Wednesday, December 11, from 10:30 AM to
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The weather report for Clarington, Ontario, on Sunday, December 08, 2024, is as follows: * Sunday: Expect a cloudy day with periods of rain mixed with drizzle. The temperature will rise to a high of plus 5°C during the day. Winds from the west will be around 20 km/h
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The Clarington General Government Committee has announced new appointments to several advisory committees, as detailed in their recent meeting. The Energy from Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee will see Dan Spaeth, Glenn Baswick, Greg Rowden, and Pankaj Panchal serving terms until December 31, 2026, or until successors are appointed. For
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The General Government Committee of Clarington recently discussed a proposal from the Pet Spay Neuter Initiatives Association. Martin Field, Chair of the Association, presented the proposal, highlighting the program's aim to provide a full subsidy for spaying and neutering pets belonging to unhoused individuals in the community. Field
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has passed a resolution urging the provincial government to recognize homelessness as a health priority. The resolution calls for the appointment of a dedicated minister and ministry to address housing needs, mental health, and addiction support. The committee also recommends the formation of a
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The Canadian government has announced a financial commitment of up to $240 million to Cohere, a Toronto-based company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI). This funding is part of the newly launched Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Strategy, which aims to enhance AI infrastructure in Canada. The strategy, with a total budget
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The Municipality of Clarington has outlined several initiatives to address intimate partner violence (IPV) within the community. During the General Government Committee meeting on December 2, 2024, it was decided that Clarington Community Engagement Staff will plan and host an Intimate Partner Violence Roundtable in December 2025. This event aims