Improving public transit services in East Hants

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Nova Scotia — Residents in East Hants will benefit from an increase in public transit services, after an investment of more than $130,000 from the federal and provincial governments. Member of Parliament Kody Blois, MLA John A. MacDonald, and Executive Director for East Hants Learning Tanya Burke announced federal funding to purchase one electric vehicle, one hybrid vehicle and a dispatch software system …

Federal, provincial govts invest in transit for Queens County

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Nova Scotia — Queens County Transit has expanded their fleet after a combined investment of $116,293 from the federal and provincial governments. They have purchased two new hybrid vehicles to provide on-demand transit services to help people get around the community. This investment will help Queens County Transit Society better serve and better support those who depend on and use …

Proposed 2024 Toronto Budget to increase property taxes

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Toronto  – The City of Toronto launched the 2024 Budget process with a staff prepared budget that protects core services and makes investments in transit, shelters and community safety. The budget aims to set the City up to achieve financial stability and sustainability through a new multi-year approach. The Budget Committee was presented with the staff prepared rate and tax-supported …