CAA SCO launches Worst Roads campaign
CAA South Central Ontario (CAA SCO) is urging the Ontario government to dedicate a portion of the revenue collected from gas taxes to improving our roads, bridges and highways. The call came during CAA’s 10th annual Worst Roads campaign kickoff. “The province of Ontario has been collecting a gas tax…
Saint-Philippe holding special ‘francophone’ event May 9
École Élémentaire Catholique Saint-Philippe in Grande Pointe is preparing to celebrate the rich francophone history in Canada, with a special event at the school May 9. The Grade 5-8 students are organizing an Exposition, where the francophone cultures from each province will be discussed and be on display. The event…
Amber Alert Cancelled: Victoria Larabie
Ontario Provincial Police have reported that a missing 13-year-old girl from Douro/Dummer Township, near Peterborough has been located in Oshawa. Here is the original story from earlier today: The Peterborough county OPP has requested an “AMBER ALERT” for an abducted child in Douro/Dummer Township. Victim’s name: Victoria LARABIE Date of…
McNaughton: Auditor General needs to investigate ‘Slots at Racetracks’
The McGuinty-Wynne Liberals’ decision – supported by the NDP – to cancel the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation’s ‘Slots at Racetracks Program’ (SARP) needs to be investigated by the Auditor General, PC MPP Monte McNaughton said today. “In five days, the provincial partnership that gave the horse-racing industry a portion…
Ontario hoping to restore public confidence in Ornge
Ontario is moving forward on its continued commitment to restore public confidence in Ontario’s air ambulance service with new legislation and a regulation to improve accountability and oversight at Ornge. Today, the new Ontario government is re-introducing the Ambulance Amendment Act (Air Ambulances), 2013. This legislation responds to the Auditor…
C-K delegation meeting with Ontario Ministers
A delegation representing the Municipality of Chatham-Kent will meet with Government of Ontario ministers on Tuesday to ensure adequate funding for road rehabilitation and for a program to control invasive plants in Rondeau Bay. The delegation includes Councillor Michael Bondy, representing Municipal Council, and Chief Administrative Officer Don Shropshire. The…
NDP Leader responds to Throne Speech
Andrea Horwath, Leader of Ontario’s New Democrats, responded to yesterday’s Throne Speech by saying the government needs to deliver results for families if they want New Democrat support for the coming Budget. “Families are feeling squeezed by tough times. They want government action that creates jobs, improves healthcare and makes…
Speech from the Throne focuses on ‘Strong Economy, Fair Society, Effective Legislature’
The new Ontario government is working toward a stronger province that will create good jobs and build strong communities across the province. The Honourable David C. Onley, Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor, delivered the government’s Speech from the Throne in the legislature today. “Our government is committed to cooperating with opposition parties…
Free Fishing Weekend set to pack Mitchell’s Bay
It’s set to be packed on the ice at Mitchell’s Bay this weekend, as the province is offering a free Family Fishing Weekend. From Saturday to Monday, Ontario residents can fish license-free. Dennis Shaw, owner of Bass Haven in Mitchell’s Bay, says the weekend is shaping up for some good…
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and her new Cabinet sworn-in
Premier Kathleen Wynne and her new cabinet team were sworn-in at Queen’s Park. Premier Wynne’s government is committed to balancing the budget by 2017-18. The new Minister of Finance, Charles Sousa, will work with his colleagues to stay focused on the bottom line while ensuring the people of Ontario can…
Van Bommel on Kathleen Wynne’s transition team
Incoming Premier Kathleen Wynne named the transition advisory team that will help shape her government, prepare her to bring back the Legislature and establish the common ground necessary to address the best interests of Ontario. “To build a strong, fair and healthy Ontario, I’m going to need the best advice…
NDP asking new Liberal leader to investigate gas plant cancellations
New Democrat Leader Andrea Horwath says the new Premier must shed light on gas plant cancellations in order to move forward with the business of the House. Horwath says a public inquiry to investigate the gas plant cancellations would allow the Legislature to focus on other issues and provide the…
Kathleen Wynne elected as new Liberal leader
Ontario will have it’s first female Premier, after Kathleen Wynne was elected at the new Provincial Liberal leader over the weekend. Wynne narrowly defeated Sandra Pupatello in the vote as Liberals convened in Toronto over the weekend. After her victory, Wynne announced the Legislature would start again on February 19th.…
Liberal leadership race heats up locally
Sandra Pupatello took 8 of 16 delegates in Chatham-Kent-Essex riding on her way to leading the provincial Liberal leadership race to be the next Premier of Ontario. “Sandra has tremendous support in southwestern Ontario, and especially in Chatham-Kent-Essex,” said Mike Ferguson, former aide to MPP Pat Hoy, and a regional…
Elementary Teachers complying after strike deemed illegal
Members of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) will comply with a decision by the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) and not hold a planned one-day political protest today. “We respect the OLRB’s decision and will comply fully with the ruling,” said ETFO President Sam Hammond. “We did not…
Buying booze in Ontario is becoming more convenient
Ontario residents will have more convenient options to purchase booze. The province is launching 10 pilot “LCBO Express” outlets within grocery stores. The goal is to make wine, beer and liquor purchases more convenient to customers. The mini LCBOs will be opened over the next 12-18 months at various locations…
Lambton Conveyor expanding into Wallaceburg
Up to 150 new jobs are coming to Wallaceburg, as Lambton Conveyor Limited announced an expansion of its grain handling and storage equipment operation. They are consolidating their two plants in Bothwell and Florence, and moving into the former Vannatter location, located at 102 Arnold Street in Wallaceburg. “Our goals…
Work to rule begins across Ontario; student walk-outs planned
Work to rule action by Ontario Secondary School teachers is beginning today across the province, and effects will be felt locally today. With the teachers opposed to Bill 115, they are taking job action in protest. As a result, teachers will not be taking part in any voluntary activities at…
Chatham-Kent preparing for Hurricane Sandy
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent Fire and Emergency Services advises that Environment Canada predicts that the remnants of Hurricane Sandy are expected to reach Ontario today. Environment Canada advises although total amounts of precipitation and actual wind speeds will depend on the actual track of this storm as it moves toward…
Dalton McGuinty resigns as Ontario Premier
Some shocking news tonight in the province of Ontario. Premier Dalton McGuinty announced his resignation around 6:30 p.m. this evening. He had called an emergency meeting earlier. Before the Liberal leader did so, he also prorogued the legislature as well. Lambton-Kent-Middlesex MPP Monte McNaughton says the resignation comes in the…
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