Toronto plans for early opening of seasonal park washrooms

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Toronto  – The City of Toronto is tracking weather forecasts, including the continued presence of ground frost, and actively finalizing plans for the early opening of seasonal park washrooms and water fountains this spring. This spring, the City will activate 128 seasonal park washrooms and more than 700 water fountains which will be available to the public into the fall. …

Covid-19 Booster Recommended for High-Risk Individuals This Spring

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Boosters for high-risk individuals help protect against severe outcomes from COVID-19 TORONTO — Based on guidance from Health Canada and the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI), Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is recommending high-risk individuals receive their next COVID-19 booster dose this spring. “Staying up to date with vaccinations continues to be our best defense against COVID-19 and I’m …

Make the most of the rest of Ramadan

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At Indus Development Foundation, our commitment and efforts will only double for the people in need while we prepare for the most blessed nights of the year. 5 ways to minimize your chances of missing rewards during the last 10 nights: The acts of kindness and generosity in Ramadan are rewarded heavily with the light and grace of Allah, which …

Ministers highlight budget investments in public health care, health workers

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Toronto – Through Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan, the Government of Canada is making investments that will support a stronger middle class, an affordable economy, and a healthy future for Canadians. Canada’s economic growth was the strongest in the G7 over the last year, and today, 830,000 more Canadians are employed than before the pandemic, including 361,600 in Ontario. Carolyn Bennett, …

Strengthening Protections for Tenants

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Proposed changes would also tackle delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board LONDON — Ontario is taking steps to support renters and rental housing providers by increasing the number of adjudicators and staff at the Landlord and Tenant Board to speed up decision timeframes, as well as strengthening a broad range of tenant protections. Ontario is investing $6.5 million to …

The Super Mario Bros. Movie in theatres

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LA – The Super Mario Bros. Movie – the new animated film with voices of Chris Pratt, Charlie Day and Anya Taylor-Joy, is now playing in theatres. The film sends Mario and Luigi on an adventure that begins with a mysterious water pipe. While working on a broken water main, Brooklyn, New York plumbers Mario (Pratt) and his fraternal twin …

Making life affordable for families in Northwest Territories 

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Yellowknife – The Minister of Public Safety, Marco Mendicino, visited Yellowknife to discuss how Budget 2023 will help make life more affordable for families in the Northwest Territories. Delivered last week by Deputy Prime Minister Freeland, Budget 2023 is a Made-in-Canada plan to lower costs for Canadians, invest in health and dental care and create jobs in our communities. More …

Don’t delay treatment for prostate cancer

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LA – Researchers of the new study have discovered a dramatic increase from 16% to about 60% in the number of low-risk prostate cancer patients who have chosen active surveillance over rapid treatment since 2010. First signs of prostate cancer Urinary problems: Increased frequency of urination, especially at night; difficulty starting or stopping urine flow; weak or interrupted urine flow; …