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On October 21, 2024, Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, announced changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. These changes will take effect on November 8, 2024. The starting hourly wage for workers entering Canada through the high-wage stream will be increased by 20% above
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The Canadian and Ontario governments have announced a financial initiative aimed at supporting fruit producers in the region. The initiative, known as the Growing Future Opportunities Initiative, is backed by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) and involves a $4.4 million investment. This funding is intended to assist
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The Ontario government has announced plans to address the rising costs associated with connecting new homes and businesses to the province's electricity grid. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on future homeowners and investors by simplifying the process of making 'last mile' connections to
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The Timmins Rock will face off against the Kirkland Lake Gold Miners in an upcoming hockey match. This event is part of the ongoing hockey season and will take place at the McIntyre Arena in Timmins. The game is scheduled for Saturday, February 24, 2024, with the puck dropping at
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Residents of Smooth Rock Falls should be aware of a temporary water service disruption scheduled for Monday, October 21. The affected area includes Fourth Street between Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue. The disruption is due to a necessary watermain turnoff, which may result in no water or low pressure for
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Expect a sunny day across the North, including towns like Timmins and Kapuskasing, with highs reaching around 22°C. The evening will turn cloudy with a cooler low of 8°C. Looking ahead to Tuesday, anticipate a chance of afternoon showers with light winds and a high near 23°C.
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Good morning, Northeast Ontario! Here's your weather update for today, Sunday, October 20, 2024. Today * General: Expect showers to continue through the morning before skies turn cloudy later. It will be hazy, so take caution if you're driving. * Temperatures: The high will reach around 21°C.
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On October 19, 2024, Canadian ministers Mary Ng and Lawrence MacAulay addressed the ongoing dispute with New Zealand regarding Canada's dairy tariff rate quota (TRQ) policies under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The ministers expressed disappointment over New Zealand's continued challenge to
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The Timmins Police Service responded to a weapons investigation on Sixth Avenue, between Cedar Street North and Pine Street North, on the morning of October 19, 2024. This led to an increased police presence in the area. According to the police, there is no immediate threat to public safety, and
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The Timmins Public Library is hosting a series of events from October 20 to 26, 2024, in recognition of Ontario Public Library Week. These events will be held at the Main Branch, unless specified otherwise. The library aims to engage the community through various activities throughout the week.
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Today in Northeast Ontario, expect cloudy skies with a 60% chance of showers and southwest winds at 20 km/h decreasing to light as the evening approaches. The low tonight will be around 9°C. On Sunday, the weather will be mainly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers in
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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has scheduled its regular council meeting for October 21, 2024. The meeting will take place at the Town Hall at 6:30 PM. Residents who wish to participate virtually can register online. After registration, participants will receive a confirmation email with details on how