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KDSB seeking proposals for child poverty reduction
Posted 26 January 2024

KDSB seeking proposals for child poverty reduction

The Kenora District Services Board is making just over $130,000 available for child care projects in the region. Its part of the Child Poverty Reduction Reinvestment Fund. The KDSB says the money must be used to create new programs or build on existing funds rather than replace current program...

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Minister ‘frustrated’ after many homeless turn down shelter at Forum
Posted 26 January 2024

Minister ‘frustrated’ after many homeless turn down shelter at Forum

There was frustration for the Minister of Community Services after many of those experiencing homelessness in HRM, did not want to go to the new shelter that opened at the Halifax Forum this week. Trevor Boudreau told reporters Thursday; he strongly encourages those sleeping rough to take the...

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Should transit be free? Dieppe’s mayor thinks so
Posted 26 January 2024

Should transit be free? Dieppe’s mayor thinks so

More people should have access to free transit, according to the mayor of Dieppe. In fact, Yvon Lapierre believes no one should have to pay to use Codiac Transpo. Lapierre made the comments during the annual State of the Tri-Communities on Thursday “It’s a public service. I know I’m pushing...

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2024’s 1st Thunder Bay 50/50 grand prize winner announced
Posted 26 January 2024

2024’s 1st Thunder Bay 50/50 grand prize winner announced

Vince Vocaturo from Sudbury is starting his new year a whole lot richer. Vince is the first Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, Thunder Bay 50/50 grand prize winner of 2024, winning a grand prize of $1,205,185. “This is great news this morning. Very nice,” says Vince. “I will buy a new...

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Emergency department closures in eastern Nova Scotia
Posted 26 January 2024

Emergency department closures in eastern Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Health says there will be temporary emergency department closures in Cape Breton, Antigonish and Guysborough counties over the next week:   Eastern Memorial Hospital (Canso) Closed until Monday, Jan. 29 at 12 p.m. Closed: Monday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.; Reopens: Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 7 a.m....

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Bluenose II announces 2024 sailing schedule
Posted 26 January 2024

Bluenose II announces 2024 sailing schedule

The Bluenose II has unveiled its  2024 sailing schedule, promising a summer filled with maritime adventures across Nova Scotia. The iconic schooner will be showcasing its majestic sails and maritime spirit, emphasizing local destinations and community engagement. One of the notable highlights of...

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Ontario Health Teams focusing on coordinating care
Posted 26 January 2024

Ontario Health Teams focusing on coordinating care

The provincial government is investing up to $130.5 million starting in April to provide every Ontario Health Team with $2.25 million over three years to better coordinate people’s care by connecting people to different types of care throughout their care journey and providing 24/7 help...

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Changes coming to Ontario postsecondary education
Posted 26 January 2024

Changes coming to Ontario postsecondary education

The Ontario government is introducing multiple new measures to protect students and improve the integrity of Ontario’s postsecondary education. “The challenges stemming from the recent spike in students coming to Canada, including predatory practices by bad-actor recruiters, misinformation...

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Commercial redfish operations to resume after 30 year moratorium
Posted 26 January 2024

Commercial redfish operations to resume after 30 year moratorium

The Department of Fisheries and Ocean announced on Friday that the commercial redfish fishery will reopen in Atlantic Canada and Quebec. Notably, Nova Scotia will maintain the largest share of the allocation, although the specific reduction from its previous share remains unclear. The province...

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Union frustrated over State of the Province address
Posted 26 January 2024

Union frustrated over State of the Province address

The premier’s latest State of the Province address is getting a thumbs down from New Brunswick’s largest union. CUPE New Brunswick held a news conference Friday morning to share their thoughts on what they heard the night before. President Stephen Drost said the premier’s speech did not address...

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