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A resident of Hamilton, Christopher Paul Rocke, has been fined $2,000 for violating the Bees Act by placing beehives too close to a property line. The offences occurred at 190 Napier Street, Hamilton, Ontario, between November 23, 2022, and January 17, 2023, and again between June 2, 2023, and
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The Canadian government has announced new measures to encourage increased investment by pension funds within the country. These measures were outlined in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement and include several key changes aimed at facilitating domestic investment opportunities. * Investment Limit Removal: The government plans to remove the existing rule that
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting a series of 'Mrs. Claus Storytime' events across various locations in December. These events are designed for all ages and are open for drop-in participation. Attendees can enjoy festive stories and songs. The schedule for the events is as follows: * Courtice Library:
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The Government of Canada has announced proposed changes to the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentive program. These changes are outlined in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement and involve a planned investment of $1.9 billion over six years. Key proposed reforms include: * Increasing the expenditure
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has approved updates to the terms of reference for several Municipal Service Boards. This includes the establishment of new boards for Tyrone Hall, Solina Hall, and Newcastle Village Community Hall. The changes involve repealing previous by-laws and implementing new ones to govern these community
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The Ontario government has announced the launch of a new welding training program at the Sprucedale Youth Centre. This initiative is designed to provide youth in the justice system with skills that are in demand in the workforce. The program is a collaboration with the Canadian Welding Bureau and aims
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Premier Doug Ford announced the establishment of Ontario Corps, a volunteer group aimed at assisting communities during emergencies such as natural disasters. The initiative is modeled after AmeriCorps and involves collaboration with non-governmental organizations and First Nations partners. Ontario Corps will provide services including emergency shelter, debris management, and food
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On the night of December 12, 2024, police responded to reports of gunshots in Ajax, specifically in the area of Wilsongary Circle and Urwin Street. Officers discovered a residence with bullet holes in the front door. Shortly thereafter, a second shooting was reported at a property approximately one kilometer away
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A 35-year-old male from Ajax has been charged with multiple offenses following an investigation by the Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) of the Durham Region Police Service. The investigation, which began in November 2024, focused on allegations of firearm possession and human trafficking. On December 11, 2024, officers from the HTU,
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The Ontario government has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at addressing issues related to homeless encampments and illegal drug use in public spaces. The proposed legislation, if passed, will provide municipalities and police with new resources and enforcement tools. This includes amendments to the Trespass to Property Act, which
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Ontario Tech University and Lakeridge Health have established the Partnership for Advanced Technology in Health Care (PATH) to examine the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care. As part of this partnership, over a dozen Ontario Tech researchers presented AI research projects to Lakeridge Health clinicians at a Research
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The Ontario government has introduced the Municipal Accountability Act, 2024, aimed at enhancing municipal governance and accountability. If passed, the legislation will establish a standardized municipal code of conduct and a consistent integrity commissioner inquiry process across the province. Mandatory code of conduct training for council members and certain local