PORT FRANKS — The Ontario government is providing nearly $52,000 to Scouts Canada to help restore the Oak Savanna at Camp Attawandaron, in Lambton Shores. Oak Savanna is a globally rare ecosystem that exists between prairie grassland and oak woodland. “By taking the initiative to protect this incredibly rare and beautiful Oak Savanna, Scouts Canada is inspiring another generation of youth to become …
MISSISSAUGA – Truck World 2024, Canada’s largest trucking trade show will be honouring the contributions of the South Asia community to Canada’s trucking industry. This year’s event will feature a historical exhibition, a special reception, networking opportunities and more. Taking place at The International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, Truck World 2024 will run from Thursday April 18 to Saturday …
Ottawa – Access to justice is a fundamental Canadian value and an integral part of a fair and just society based on the rule of law. The Government of Canada is committed to providing fair and equal access to justice and legal services for vulnerable and traditionally marginalized groups, including racialized communities across the country, and addressing systemic racism and …
War Child Canada spotlights 36.5 million refugee children with Walk with Amal at the Luminato Festival Toronto Canadian premiere of 12-foot-tall puppet to raise support for expanded access to education and programs for displaced children Toronto – Recently, War Child Canada will participate in the Canadian premiere of Walk with Amal, produced by The Walk Productions and Luminato Festival Toronto, …
Hamilton – The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the 2023 National Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest. First place: “Safety is no accident” Producers: Lucas Freeley, Jerico Manaloto Holy Rosary High School Lloydminster Catholic School Division, Saskatchewan Video: https://youtu.be/CBzELTjgfPk Second place: “Un jeu d’enfant” Producer: Cédric Loubier Quebec Video: https://youtu.be/EB7Fl7hJ57I Third place: “Sécurité au travail” …
Toronto – Despite challenges created by the pandemic, the City of Toronto’s Housing Now program is making progress with a pathway to move forward three shovel ready sites and a plan to get more sites under construction to deliver more homes in Etobicoke, Scarborough and North York. The City of Toronto’s Planning and Housing Committee will consider a progress update …
GATINEAU – Minister of Canadian Heritage Pablo Rodriguez announced the appointment of Julie Roy as Executive Director of Telefilm Canada for a five-year term, effective April 3, 2023. Julie Roy has almost 30 years of experience in the Canadian film industry, including senior leadership positions at the National Film Board of Canada (NFB). She has produced 50 animated works that …
