Alberta Innovates announces up to 125 layoffs over changes brought on by UCP budget
The Alberta government said that the funding changes were part of “difficult decisions to balance the budget.” Continue reading
Government funding
Liberal ridings received 75% of government largesse funding over summer
Liberal ridings gained about 75 per cent of the total government largesse, while roughly equal proportions of the spending was aimed at NDP and Conservative ridings — 15 per cent and 13 per cent, respectively. Continue reading
Ottawa and P.E.I. governments boost Charlottetown area public transit
Premier Dennis King says investing in public transit helps to lower the number of vehicles on the road and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Continue reading
Halifax Harbour historic site gets $2 million for wharf to improve access
The money from Ottawa and Nova Scotia announced Friday is for the construction of a permanent wharf on Georges Island. Continue reading
Sask. Pine Lodge gets 10 new inpatient beds for addiction treatment
The Pine Lodge Treatment Centre is getting 10 new treatment beds, bringing its total to 33, thanks to $467,000 from the province. Continue reading
Canadian gov’t invests $65M for 5 new STARS helicopters
STARS will receive five new emergency medical helicopters after receiving a $65 million investment from the Canadian government. Continue reading
London politicians refute former mayor’s claims, stress sense of urgency in transit debate
Local politicians are expressing urgency after a former mayor suggested that council could pursue millions of dollars later down the road. Continue reading
Funding shortfall prompts layoffs, program re-structuring at Mission Services of London
A funding crunch is forcing Mission Services of London to layoff some staff and re-evaluate some of its programs. Continue reading
Three levels of government to contribute to Saint John population growth program
The Succeed and Stay Program will receive over $577,000 in the tri-government agreement. Continue reading
Future of London’s bus rapid transit on the line at March 20 public meeting
At Tuesday’s council meeting, local politicians asked city staff to draw up a list of potential transit projects that could receive matching federal and provincial funding. Continue reading