BRADFORD — The Ontario government has awarded a major contract to oversee the design, quality control, safety and delivery of the west section of the Bradford Bypass expressway, marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to relieve gridlock, save commuters time and keep goods moving across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. “Our government is making real progress on our plan …
ON Providing Job-Ready Training for Francophone Survivors of Domestic Abuse
TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $1 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to provide training to Francophone Ontarians who are survivors of domestic and/or family abuse and connect these women with employers in the skilled trades. “A career in the skilled trades is more than a high-paying job – it offers people the chance to build a better life for …
ON Awards Contract to Connect Highway 400 to Bradford Bypass
BRADFORD — The Ontario government is getting shovels in the ground on a new interchange at Highway 400 and Simcoe County Road 88 and a new southbound lane on Highway 400 that will connect to the future Bradford Bypass. Construction begins this summer and marks a significant milestone in the province’s plan to fight gridlock across the Greater Golden Horseshoe, …
Ontario Awards Contract for Bradford Bypass
BRADFORD — The Ontario government is awarding a contract for the detail design of the western section of the Bradford Bypass, marking an important milestone in the province’s plan to build the new four-lane, 16-kilometre highway that will relieve gridlock, save commuters time and keep goods moving across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. “As Ontario grows at a historic rate, there …
Ontario Prepares for Extreme Heat Emergencies
TORONTO — As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the Government of Ontario is hosting Exercise Heatwave, a large-scale simulated exercise which will reinforce provincial procedures and response to heat-related emergencies. “Exercise Heatwave is a valuable opportunity to practise and plan for our response to potential extreme heat emergencies,” said Caroline Mulroney, President of the Treasury Board and Minister responsible for Emergency …
ON Investing in Local Emergency Preparedness, Response
Targeted investments will help keep communities safe during emergencies TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $5 million in communities across the province to help them prepare for and respond to emergencies. Funding is being delivered through the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant to help communities and organizations purchase critical supplies, equipment and deliver training and services. “Through the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant, …
Preparing Communities for Emergencies
Province’s first annual report on emergency management highlights progress in plans to keep Ontario safe TORONTO — The Government of Ontario released its first annual report on the Provincial Emergency Management Strategy and Action Plan, highlighting key actions the province is taking to ensure communities across Ontario are safe, practiced and prepared before, during and after emergencies such as floods, wildland …
Ontario Prepares for Upcoming Wildland Fire Season
Additional staff and equipment ready to manage forest fires TORONTO – Ontario’s wildland fire season officially began April 1 and this year the Ontario government is adding new firefighting positions to ensure the people and resources are in place to protect communities. The province is also offering a payment incentive for fire rangers and critical support staff this season and …
Helping More Women Build Skills and Get Jobs
Toronto among 10 new locations for Investing in Women’s Futures program TORONTO – The Ontario government is expanding the Investing in Women’s Futures program to 10 additional locations across the province, including Up with Women in Toronto. This will help more women experiencing social and economic barriers connect to supports and develop the skills they need to gain financial security and independence. …
Enhancing Support for Francophone Start-Ups, Entrepreneurs
Province fostering entrepreneurial growth and expanding the economic footprint of Francophones TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $800,000 to help support Francophone economic development across the province. The funding is being delivered through the Francophone Economic Development Strategy and represents a 60 per cent increase over last year. “We are committed to building a strong Francophonie within a prosperous …