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On September 3, 2024, the Government of Canada announced an extension of financial assistance enhancements for post-secondary education for the 2024 to 2025 academic year. This decision comes in response to the rising cost of living, which has increased the financial needs of students. Key points from the announcement
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The City of Timmins has announced the municipal service schedule for Labour Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. The following services will be affected: * Service Timmins and the Provincial Offences Office will be closed. * There will be no household waste and recycling collection. Collection scheduled for Labour Day will be
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On the evenings of August 28th and 29th, the Timmins Police Service conducted traffic initiatives. During these operations, 55 vehicles were stopped. The following actions were taken: * 5 warnings were issued for document violations. * 14 roadside breath tests were conducted, with 12 passing and 2 failing. * 40 provincial offences and
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) conducted a second roadside inspection blitz to prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels from August 23 to 25, 2024. The inspections took place along the Trans-Canada Highway at the Manitoba and Ontario border. A total of 451 vehicles transporting watercraft were stopped during this
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The regular council meeting for Smooth Rock Falls is scheduled for September 3, 2024, at 6:30 pm. The meeting will be held at the Town Hall. Virtual participation is available through registration at the provided link. Agendas for all council meetings will be published on the town's
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The Timmins and District Hospital has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the Medical B unit as of August 28, 2024. The hospital is collaborating with the Porcupine Health Unit to maintain safety protocols for patients, staff, and physicians. Visitors to the Medical B unit are required to follow all
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Planned maintenance will occur at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant starting September 3, 2024. The maintenance involves draining, cleaning, and refilling the chlorine contact tank. This work aims to remove solids from the bottom of the tank and address algae and moss growth on the tank walls. During this
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Starting September 1, 2024, new firearms licensing requirements will be implemented in Canada. These changes will mandate that individuals possess a valid firearms license to acquire firearm barrels and handgun slides. The valid licenses include a Possession and Acquisition License or a confirmed Non-Resident Firearms Declaration form for non-
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application for the property located at 1141 Concession 2&3, Glackmeyer Township. The decision permits the addition of an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) within a detached accessory building on the property. This approval is contingent
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The Ontario government has announced new measures to be implemented in schools starting September 1, 2024. These measures include restrictions on cellphone use and a ban on vaping in schools. The government is allocating $47.5 million to support these initiatives, which aim to reduce distractions and promote healthier decision-
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In June 2024, payroll employment in Canada decreased by 47,300 jobs, a 0.3% decline from the previous month. This decrease follows five consecutive months of increases from January to May, which saw a cumulative gain of 147,600 jobs, or 0.8%. Year-over-year, payroll employment increased
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application for the property located at 151 Silver Queen Lake Road North. The application, submitted by T. Watt, sought permission to reduce the front yard depth setback, the interior side yard width setback, and the minimum