TORONTO — The Ontario government will soon introduce legislation that, if passed, will better connect seniors and their caregivers to complex care supports, including enhanced dementia supports, as well as increasing access to community and social programs that help seniors stay fit, active and healthy in their communities. “Our government is putting forward bold, innovative changes to ensure Ontario’s seniors receive the best …
TORONTO – Ontario government’s expansion to the Northern Health Travel Grant is now in effect. Over the next three years, the province is investing $45 million to expand the Northern Health Travel Grant program to help people in Northern Ontario connect to the specialized care and services they need. This will reduce expenses while making it easier for Northern families …
TORONTO — The Ontario government is making it easier and more convenient for people to connect to the care they need. Upcoming regulation changes will expand the scope of practice for nurse practitioners and registered nurses to order more tests and provide additional services in a variety of settings including hospitals, interprofessional primary care teams and long-term care homes. “Ontario is …
Charlottetown – Tourism and small businesses are crucial to growing sustainable local economies in Atlantic Canada. In Prince Edward Island, where strong visitor numbers are once again bringing new opportunities for employment to communities across the province, strategic investments are key to ensuring long-term benefits reach all Islanders. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting a diverse and resilient …
TORONTO — The Ontario government introduced the Cutting Red Tape, Building Ontario Act, 2024, that if passed, would make life easier and more affordable for businesses and individuals, while improving our competitiveness and strengthening the economy. The legislation is a key part of the Fall 2024 Red Tape Reduction package that includes such measures as removing barriers to building homes and making it easier for …
Ensuring carbon pollution pricing helps make life more affordable Ottawa – A price on pollution is widely recognized as the most efficient means to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions that are contributing to the more intense wildfires, droughts, and floods caused by climate change. Canada’s approach to pollution pricing is also designed to put money back into people’s pockets. Putting …
TORONTO — The Ontario government is partnering with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) to expand access to the provincial Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) program. The expanded EPI program will connect more people aged 14 to 35 who are experiencing early phase psychosis to the care they need, when they need it. “Our government is taking action to improve access to …
Ottawa – Every day, we see the increasing impacts of climate change, and they’re costing Canadians more and more. Climate-related impacts are already costing average Canadian households $720 per year and are likely to rise to $2,000 per year by 2050 without significant action to reduce emissions. A price on pollution is widely recognized as the most efficient means to …
Ottawa – The federal government is investing $9,800,000 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream (PTIS) of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support five active transportation projects across London, Ontario. The Government of Ontario is contributing $8,165,850 and the City of London is investing $6,534,150. Project Information: Project Name Project Details Federal Funding Provincial Funding Municipal Funding New Cycling …
Ottawa – Deputy prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has said: “Mr. Chair, it is my pleasure to appear before you and Members of the committee to discuss Bill C-56, the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act. This legislation is part of our government’s economic plan, which is about building an economy that works for everyone—with good jobs that people can count on. And …
