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The Ontario government has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at enhancing dementia care and support for caregivers. The proposed changes are part of the 'Your Health' plan, which seeks to improve access to care for seniors and their caregivers across the province. Key elements of the proposal
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Durham Region Transit (DRT) has introduced six electric buses as part of its E-Mission Zero program. This initiative aims to achieve zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2037 through a sustainable network of vehicles, infrastructure, and facilities. The new battery electric buses will help DRT evaluate and plan for a transition
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Welcome to a fresh week in Northeast Ontario! As you kickstart the first week of December, here’s what you need to know about the weather up here in the North: * Today (Monday): Expect mainly cloudy skies with a 30% chance of flurries. Winds could reach up to 15 km/
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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced that the regular council meeting will take place on December 2, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Town Hall. Residents interested in participating virtually can register online. The agenda for the meeting will be available on the town's official
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The Ontario government has announced changes to the Northern Health Travel Grant program, effective December 1, 2024. Over the next three years, the province plans to allocate $45 million to enhance this program, aiming to improve access to specialized health care services for residents in Northern Ontario. Key changes include:
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This Sunday morning in the Northeast of Ontario, expect periods of light snow with a local accumulation of about 2 cm. The temperature will remain steady around -3°C, with wind chills making it feel like -12°C. A northwest wind of 20 km/h gusting to 40 km/h
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Northern College, in collaboration with NPLH Drilling, Taykwa Tagamou First Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Mushkegowuk Council, has marked the completion of its Diamond Drilling Common Core – Basic Training program. This initiative, launched in August, is aimed at providing training opportunities in skilled trades for Indigenous peoples, women, and
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The Ontario government has announced a proposal to provide over $77 million in financial relief to municipalities to help offset increased costs associated with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) services. This initiative is aimed at assisting small and rural communities in managing the financial impacts resulting from the collective bargaining
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Today in Northeast Ontario, expect a cloudy day with a 60% chance of flurries and a high of minus 2 degrees Celsius. As night falls, the flurries should continue with temperatures dipping to a low of minus 5. Looking ahead to Sunday, more flurries are expected with highs around minus
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The Timmins Police Service has announced a new enforcement initiative aimed at addressing issues related to public drug use, property crime, and disorderly conduct in the community. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and maintain order in the area. The enforcement activities will focus on
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The 14th Annual Timmins High Early Bird Volleyball Tournament is set to take place at the Timmins High School Gym. The event will feature 20 teams competing to become the Early Bird Volleyball Champion. The tournament will occur on Friday and Saturday, providing an opportunity for junior and senior girls&
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The Ontario government has announced a new regulation under the Mining Act aimed at facilitating the recovery of residual metals and minerals from mine waste. This regulation is described as the first of its kind in Canada and is intended to provide new opportunities for Ontario's mining sector