Toronto – City of Toronto completed activating and opening 122 seasonal park washroom buildings to the public, including the drinking water fountains and bottle filling stations connected to them. Including year-round washrooms, a total of 174 park washrooms are now open to the public. This marks the earliest-ever spring opening of seasonal washrooms in Toronto. The City budgets more than …
Province unveils new grant to help keep faith and cultural communities safe TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $25.5 million over two years to help address the rise of hate incidents against religious and minority groups. The new Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant will help faith-based and cultural organizations enhance or implement measures to ensure community spaces remain safe …
A strong manufacturing sector helping build a strong economy TORONTO — Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued this statement following today’s monthly employment release by Statistics Canada that showed employment in Ontario increased by 32,700 jobs in April 2023. “Employment in Ontario has increased for seven straight months as we continue to attract significant investments …
Province working with select municipalities to ensure municipal finances support increased housing supply TORONTO — Ontario is moving forward with the audit process for the finances of six select municipalities, including the City of Toronto, by initiating the procurement of third parties to conduct the reviews. At a time when Ontario, like the rest of North America, is experiencing challenging headwinds …
Regina – The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have announced $19.5 million for an enhanced Pest Biosecurity Program through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The 5-year Pest Biosecurity Program will be delivered by the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM). Funding is available to rural municipalities and First Nations to provide resources to help deal with invasive agricultural crop pests, …
Ottawa – The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. The COVID-19 pandemic also created unprecedented challenges for victims and survivors seeking help and the frontline organizations that support them. Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced over …
Ottawa – Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced updated guidance for seed regulations that will provide clear direction for plant breeders so that Canadian farmers can access new seed varieties, enhance sustainable food production and be more resilient in the face of today’s challenges. The Government of Canada is also strengthening transparency measures for products of plant breeding …
Gatineau – At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada took unprecedented action to support Canadians and ensure a robust economic recovery. By March 2023, 865,000 more Canadians were employed than before the pandemic. However, higher inflation rates are making it difficult for many Canadians to make ends meet, and higher prices on essential goods are causing …
Gatineau – As the warmer months approach, many young Canadians will be looking to secure meaningful work experiences for the summer. A summer job can serve as a valuable stepping stone to a successful career. Not only does it allow a young person to build work experience and develop new skills, it puts money in their pocket to cover expenses, …
Toronto – Applicants can now register and book an interview for temporary paid positions to work during the 2023 by-election for mayor. Voting place election officials will help Toronto residents vote in person during six advance voting days from Thursday, June 8 to Tuesday, June 13 and on election day, Monday, June 26. Available positions include ballot officers, tabulator officers, …
