Ontario investing $1.5M in workforce training for Peterborough’s aviation and aerospace sector
The province says demand in the aviation/aerospace sector could produce 230 new jobs within five years. Continue reading
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Intercity transit system to link London, Sarnia, Strathroy-Caradoc and Mount Brydges
The province will contribute nearly $1.5 million to the service over the course of two years. Continue reading
London-area high school teachers to hold rally outside Ontario labour minister’s Strathroy office
The rally comes amid stalled contract talks between unionized high school teachers and the Ontario government. Continue reading
Ontario labour ministry inspectors to conduct safety blitz to prevent common injuries
Labour Minister Monte McNaughton says the three-month project will see inspectors focus on musculoskeletal injury and respiratory illness prevention. Continue reading
Doug Ford dodges questions about Andrew Scheer by sneaking past media into cabinet meeting
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
Ontario Premier Doug Ford attended a cabinet meeting Thursday afternoon at Queen’s Park but avoided awaiting media by secretly being rushed into the executive council chamber. Continue reading
Ontario premier reveals $315M plan to improve internet, cellphone service
The plan, originally announced in the 2019 Ontario budget, intends to invest $315 million in internet and cell service upgrades over the next five years. Continue reading
Ontario launches workplace safety blitz to support new and young workers
The blitz will be made up of a series of targeted workplace inspections starting Monday. Continue reading
Long-awaited traffic light coming to busy Lucan Biddulph intersection
In addition to the new traffic light system, the $1.2 million project will also see improved sidewalks and road widening. Continue reading
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Ford government looking for global partners to redevelop Ontario Place, casino off the table
The Ontario government announced a search for international partners to help redevelop 48-year-old Ontario Place on Tuesday, and also confirmed that a casino will not be built on the grounds. Continue reading
Ontario reiterates penny-pinching plea to cities and school boards
The message comes on the heels of a provincially-backed $7.35 million fund to help cities and school boards find efficiencies. Continue reading