Controversy over Montreal executive committee president’s speeding ticket continues
The mayor’s office is standing by its executive committee president, despite recent revelations about his driving record. Continue reading
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DATS improvements to come in August, Edmonton councillors told
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Disgruntled DATS users are happy to see upcoming improvements in service where additional vehicles will be added to the system. Continue reading
Montreal’s Inclusive Workplace Strategy aims to pair local business community with newcomers
Montreal’s Inclusive Workplace Strategy hopes to help pair immigrants with members of the local business community to improve employment success. Continue reading
Proposed Nordic spa hopes to set up at Fort Edmonton Park
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
The Scandinavian-style spa, announced last month by Edmonton Nordic Spa, would sit on two acres of city land next to Fort Edmonton Park on the existing overflow parking lot, if approved. Continue reading
Transit advocates protest TTC upload ahead of executive committee meeting
The province and City of Toronto signed a terms of reference document last month which narrows down options for debate. Continue reading
Affordable housing in Toronto the focus of executive committee meeting
The main issue on the executive committee agenda is the “Housing Now” initiative which focuses on affordable housing. Continue reading
Executive committee asks for report on options for tax exemptions for Regina daycares
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
Licensed daycare centres are still excluded from the policy but that could change as the committee wants to look at more options. Continue reading
Affordable housing in Edmonton could be more affordable with less red tape, critics say
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Social agencies weighed in on Edmonton’s affordable housing plan Monday, telling executive committee more could be done with less red tape. Continue reading
City administration opposes living wage policy for city employees
By Cami Kepke Reporter
According to the most recent data from the Living Wage for Families Campaign, the living wage rate for Regina is $16.95 per hour. Continue reading
Regina daycares seek tax exemption amid potential policy changes
After impassioned speeches from not for profits across Regina, the city’s Executive Committee has resolved not to go ahead with a new tax incentive policy. Continue reading