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Clarington Declares Significant Weather Event Due to Ongoing Snow

Justin Barber

17 Feb 2025

The Municipality of Clarington has declared a Significant Weather Event due to ongoing snow accumulation, as per the guidelines set forth in the Municipal Act. This declaration has been made in response to the weather conditions currently affecting the area, characterized by substantial snowfall.

Designating a Significant Weather Event allows the Municipality to take specific measures necessary to manage the impacts of the weather. Clarington residents are advised to exercise caution, particularly when traveling during this time. Further updates and information are available through Clarington's official communication channels.

This announcement aims to keep the community informed and prepared as the weather conditions develop.

Committee on Internal Trade Takes Steps to Simplify Trade and Labor Mobility

On February 21, 2025, the Committee on Internal Trade met in Ottawa to address efforts to enhance internal trade across Canada. This meeting was attended by Anita Anand, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, alongside provincial and territorial representatives. Key topics discussed included: * The removal of exceptions in the

Government Reduces Federal Exceptions in Trade Agreement

The Canadian government is set to remove 20 federal exceptions from the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), which will decrease the total number from 39 to 19. This adjustment mainly affects government procurement policies and aims to broaden opportunities for Canadian businesses to compete within the domestic market. This change

Canada Invests in Skills Training for Over 10,000 Workers

The Government of Canada is investing in innovative projects that offer skills training to more than 10,000 Canadian workers. These projects focus on sectors that are crucial to both environmental sustainability and economic growth, notably the auto industry and construction. According to an official announcement, the initiative aims to

Canadian Research Team Initiates Antarctic Mission for Environmental Studies

Canadian scientists will embark on a research mission to Antarctica, beginning February 23, 2025. This mission, part of Operation PROJECTION 2025-01, involves aboard the HMCS Margaret Brooke. Scientists aim to investigate climate change, glacial retreat, and pollution along the South Shetland Islands and the west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula.

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Committee on Internal Trade Takes Steps to Simplify Trade and Labor Mobility

Government Reduces Federal Exceptions in Trade Agreement

Canada Invests in Skills Training for Over 10,000 Workers

Canadian Research Team Initiates Antarctic Mission for Environmental Studies