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The Ontario government has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at enhancing public safety by addressing issues related to homeless encampments and illegal drug use in parks and public spaces. The proposed measures include amendments to existing laws and the introduction of new legislation. Key components of the proposed legislation
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The Ontario government has announced an expansion of its energy procurement initiative, increasing the target from 5,000 megawatts (MW) to 7,500 MW. This expansion is part of the Second Long-Term Procurement (LT2) strategy, which aims to meet the growing electricity demand projected by the Independent Electricity System Operator
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The Ontario government has introduced the Emergency Management Modernization Act, a legislative proposal aimed at updating the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA). This initiative seeks to enhance the province's ability to handle emergencies such as floods and wildland fires. The proposed changes are the first comprehensive
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The Ontario government has awarded a contract to initiate the reconstruction of platforms and installation of pre-manufactured shelters at train stops along the Northlander corridor. This development is part of the plan to reinstate passenger rail service between Timmins and Toronto. The construction will include stops in North Bay, Temagami,
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The Ontario government has announced plans to increase funding for Seniors Active Living Centres (SALCs) by $17 million over the next three years. This funding aims to expand the number of SALCs from 316 to 416 across the province, including areas in the Northeast. The expansion is intended to improve
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The Ontario government has announced a plan to introduce 100 new family doctors in rural and northern communities by 2025. This initiative is part of the Practice Ready Ontario program, which aims to integrate internationally trained physicians into the province's healthcare system more efficiently. The program will allow
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Angela Clayton has been appointed as the interim President and CEO of Infrastructure Ontario. This decision was made with the unanimous support of the Board of Directors of Infrastructure Ontario. Clayton will take over the role later this month, succeeding Michael Lindsay, who will transition to Metrolinx. Angela Clayton brings
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The Ontario government has introduced the Support for Seniors and Caregivers Act, 2024, which proposes a $114-million initiative aimed at enhancing support for seniors and caregivers across the province. This legislation, if passed, will focus on improving dementia care, providing assistance to families and caregivers, and creating more opportunities for
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The Ontario government has announced several initiatives aimed at enhancing the healthcare system across the province. These measures include modernizing the provincial electronic health record system to provide Ontarians with secure online access to their personal health information through Health811, starting next year. Additionally, nurse practitioners will be allowed to
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The Ontario government has appointed Robert Poirier as a third-party advisor to conduct a governance review of the Ontario Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (OMERS). This review, the first since 2012, aims to assess the governance model of OMERS to ensure it aligns with the interests of its members and supports
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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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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: