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Durham College (DC) in Oshawa has announced a new educational pathway for its engineering technology graduates. This agreement with Queen’s University allows students who have completed advanced diplomas in Engineering Technology at DC to transfer into upper-year degree programs at Queen’s University. The available programs include civil, mining,
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Environment and Climate Change Canada, in collaboration with Birds Canada, has released the 2024 edition of The State of Canada’s Birds report. The document outlines changes in the populations of 463 bird species in Canada since 1970. The report highlights that while many bird populations are declining, some have
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The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a reminder to travelers about potential delays at border crossings during the Thanksgiving long weekend. The agency anticipates increased traffic and advises travelers to plan accordingly. Key points from the CBSA include: * Border Wait Times: Travelers are encouraged to check border wait
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The governments of Canada and Ontario have announced the creation of the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative, aimed at attracting and retaining workers in Ontario's agri-food sector. This initiative is supported by a $4 million fund from the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The initiative will provide funding for
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The Canadian government has announced changes to mortgage insurance rules aimed at enabling homeowners to add secondary suites to their properties. These changes are set to take effect on January 15, 2025. The new rules will allow homeowners to refinance their mortgages with insurance coverage to construct additional units, such
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Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - Clarington, Ontario Weather Report Today: * Enjoy a mix of sun and clouds with a 40% chance of showers. Winds will become northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 in the morning. Expect a high of 15°C. The UV index is 3, which is
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Durham Region Transit has announced changes to its service schedule for Thanksgiving Day, October 14, 2024. On this day, the transit system will operate on a weekend schedule. The Customer Service Call Centre will not be available, while the On Demand Call Centre will be operational from 7 a.m.
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On October 5, 2024, at approximately 3:40 a.m., officers from the Central West Division conducted a traffic stop in Oshawa, near Thornton Road North and King Street West. During the stop, officers observed cannabis in the vehicle, leading to a search under the Cannabis Control Act. A firearm
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On October 6, 2024, at approximately 2:40 a.m., officers from the Central West Division conducted a traffic stop in the area of Brock Street South and Arthur Street in Whitby. During the stop, officers observed signs of impairment in the driver, who was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.
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A 48-year-old woman from Ajax was seriously injured in a dirt bike accident in Clarington. The incident occurred on October 5, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m. on a trail near Boundary Road, east of Highway 115. The woman was riding eastbound when she lost control of the dirt
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On October 6, 2024, at approximately 5:10 a.m., a residential fire occurred in the area of Eddystone Path and Okanagan Path in Oshawa. The Durham Region Police Service, along with the Ontario Fire Marshal, is investigating the incident as suspicious. The occupants of the house were present during
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced lane restrictions on Regional Highway 2 in Clarington. These restrictions will be in place from October 7 to November 8, subject to weather conditions. The affected areas include sections from west of Ovens Road to 30 metres west of Newtonville Road (Regional Road