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Province helping to expand access to Independent Legal Advice Program The Ontario government is investing $750,000 over three years to help expand access to independent legal advice for victims and survivors of sexual assault. “Our government is improving access to critical legal advice for victims and survivors of sexual

First-ever integrated energy plan leverages every energy resource to protect Ontario with affordable, secure, reliable and clean energy to power growth and jobs across the province the Ontario government released Energy for Generations, the province’s first-ever integrated energy plan - a comprehensive roadmap to meet future energy needs, support

New tax credit and increased access will triple the number of families able to benefit from publicly funded fertility treatment The Ontario government is helping more families access fertility treatments by expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) services under the Ontario Fertility Program (OFP), with a call for applications

By Richard Coffin The province will be responsible for residential recycling in West Nipissing as of July 2.   The municipality says they’re currently working with Circular Materials, a not-for-profit organization that manages recycling programs across Ontario, to ensure a smooth transition.   Officials say GFL Environmental has been retained by

Province ensuring affordable, secure, reliable and clean energy supply as part of its plan to protect Ontario Today, the Ontario government announced its plans to expand the province’s hydrogen energy advantage to ensure the province has affordable, secure, reliable and clean energy to build new homes and support economic

New investments will create more opportunities to enjoy hiking trails across Province The Ontario government is expanding access to trails across the province by investing $20 million over four years into the Greenlands Conservation Partnership program. For 2024/25, 15 projects will open up over 1,650 acres of land,

By Richard Coffin Updated maps involving areas vulnerable to flooding in the region are now available.   The North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) says a comprehensive update has been completed, in collaboration with the Province of Ontario, the City of North Bay, and the Municipality of Callander.   Officials say the completed

Spring legislature concludes with the passage of 10 bills that will protect Ontario workers, businesses and communities The Legislative Assembly of Ontario’s spring sitting has concluded following the passage of 10 historic government bills, part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario by building the most competitive and

Government cutting red tape to strengthen Ontario’s health-care workforce The Ontario government is taking significant steps to strengthen its health-care workforce by making it easier for U.S.-licensed nurses and board-certified physicians to move to and practise in Ontario. The change is part of the government’s plan

By Richard Coffin The North Bay OPP says its investigating repeated incidents of vandalism at Kaibuskong Park in the Township of Bonfield.    Ontario Provincial police say a report of mischief, including multiple items being thrown into the water, was reported to them on May 27.    Officials say the Township has