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The Ontario government has announced an increase in the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF), raising the total funding to $600 million by 2026. This increase includes an immediate $50 million boost for 2025, bringing the total to $550 million for that year. The additional funds are aimed at supporting 390
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The Ontario government has announced funding for two projects in Kawartha Lakes aimed at boosting the local economy. The Coboconk, Norland and Area Chamber of Commerce will receive up to $250,000 to renovate the Coboconk Train Station into a multi-use community hub and business incubator. This project is part
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The Ontario government has announced plans to return over $2.5 billion to workers and businesses through a series of financial measures. These include rebates and fee reductions facilitated by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). Key initiatives include: * WSIB Rebates: The province will return $2 billion in surplus
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The Ontario government has announced the construction of 17 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the Northumberland and Clarington areas. This initiative is part of the province's broader strategy to enhance EV infrastructure, particularly in rural regions. The charging stations will be installed at various locations, including
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The Ontario government has introduced the Cutting Red Tape, Building Ontario Act, 2024. This proposed legislation is part of the Fall 2024 Red Tape Reduction package. If passed, it aims to simplify processes and reduce costs for businesses and individuals in Ontario. The legislation includes over 60 initiatives designed to
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The Ontario government has announced an investment of $500 million aimed at increasing the number of nurses in the province. This funding is intended to support the education and training of over 20,000 nurses by 2027. The initiative includes collaboration with the College of Nurses of Ontario to streamline
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The Ontario government has introduced the Safer Streets, Stronger Communities Act, which aims to enhance public safety through several measures. The proposed legislation includes provisions to support safety near supervised consumption sites, address auto theft, and improve monitoring of sex offenders. Key elements of the proposed act include: * Prohibiting supervised
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The refurbishment of Unit 1 at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station has been completed five months ahead of schedule. This project is part of Ontario's efforts to meet increasing energy demands. The refurbishment provides 875 megawatts of power, sufficient to supply approximately 875,000 homes for over 30
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The Ontario government has announced the opening of a new children's treatment centre in Ajax, named the Grandview Kids Jerry Coughlan Building. This facility is designed to serve over 6,000 children and youth with physical, communication, and developmental needs in the Durham region. The project was supported
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The Ontario government has announced a partnership with Starlink to provide high-speed satellite internet to remote areas. The initiative, named the Ontario Satellite Internet (ONSAT) program, aims to connect 15,000 homes and businesses in underserved regions, including rural and northern communities, starting in June 2025. This program is part
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Premier Doug Ford has issued a statement in recognition of Remembrance Day. He called on Ontarians to honor Canadian military personnel who have served and those who have lost their lives. The statement highlighted the 80th anniversary of D-Day, noting the involvement of 14,000 Canadian troops in the Normandy
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The Ontario government has requested the Bank of Canada to reduce interest rates, citing the need to protect jobs amid global economic uncertainties. This request follows the creation of nearly 200,000 jobs in Ontario this year, although recent employment figures indicate a fragile economic recovery. Minister of Economic Development,