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On November 28, 2024, ministers responsible for early learning and child care from federal, provincial, and territorial governments met in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The meeting focused on advancing a draft workforce strategy for early learning and child care. The strategy, developed collaboratively, emphasizes recruitment, retention, and recognition of the
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The Ontario government has announced a plan to provide up to $1 billion in loans to municipalities for water infrastructure projects. This initiative is part of the Housing-Enabling Water Infrastructure (HEWI) lending stream under Infrastructure Ontario's Loan Program. The program aims to support the construction, expansion, and rehabilitation
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The Competition Bureau of Canada has initiated legal proceedings against Google, alleging anti-competitive practices in the online advertising sector. The Bureau's investigation concluded that Google has leveraged its dominant position to limit competition by tying its ad tech tools together and manipulating auction dynamics. This conduct is said
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The City of Timmins has announced changes to its recycling program, which will take effect on January 1, 2025. The program will be managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization. Residents may notice GFL trucks applying stickers to their recycling carts, indicating the transition to the new management. Circular
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The Ontario government has announced plans to expand the scope of practice for nurse practitioners and registered nurses. This initiative is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to enhance healthcare delivery across the province. The changes will allow nurse practitioners to perform additional medical procedures, including
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A special council meeting has been scheduled in Cochrane for Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Council Chambers located at 171 Fourth Avenue. Attendees can participate in person or via an online platform. The agenda includes an in-camera session under
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The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, along with the Minister of Public Safety, Dominic LeBlanc, issued a statement regarding potential tariffs from the United States. The statement emphasized the importance of the trade relationship between Canada and the U.S., highlighting that Canada is a significant
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The City of Timmins has approved the 2025 budget for water and wastewater services, which includes a 5.49% annual increase in fees. This decision aligns with the city's 10-year financial strategy and incorporates a 1% capital levy aimed at funding necessary infrastructure projects. For an average household
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Good morning, Northwest Ontario! Today, Thursday, November 28, 2024, expect a chilly day across the Northeast. * Daytime: We're looking at cloudy conditions with a 40% chance of afternoon flurries. The high will reach -2°C, but the wind chill will make it feel around -13°C in the
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The City of Timmins has announced that due to an ongoing strike by Canada Post workers, there will be delays in the distribution of final year-end notices for pre-authorized payments related to property taxes and utilities. Residents who are part of the Pre-authorized Payment Plan are advised to contact Service
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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced a special council meeting scheduled for November 27, 2024. The meeting will take place at the Town Hall, beginning at 6:30 PM. Residents are encouraged to attend to stay informed about local governance and community issues.
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Lynne Innes, President and CEO of the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA), has been recognized with a Premier’s Award in the health sciences category. This award acknowledges her efforts to enhance healthcare quality and accessibility in the western James Bay and Hudson Bay regions of Ontario. The Premier’s