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The Government of Canada has announced a new immigration plan for 2025-2027, which aims to control population growth by setting specific targets for both temporary and permanent residents. This plan, presented by Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, is designed to manage population growth sustainably over the long
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums, and Archives have announced a series of Halloween-themed events for the community. These events are scheduled to take place at various library locations across Clarington. * Monster Mash: This event is designed for children in grades JK-6. It will be held at the Courtice Library on
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The governments of Canada, the United States, and Mexico have jointly announced the North American Preparedness for Animal and Human Pandemics Initiative (NAPAHPI). This initiative aims to enhance regional health security by addressing public health threats collaboratively. NAPAHPI is a response to commitments made during the North American Leaders'
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The Ontario government has introduced new legislation titled the Affordable Energy Act. This proposed law aims to address the growing demand for energy in the province by establishing an integrated energy plan. The plan seeks to coordinate various energy resources, including electricity and natural gas, to maintain affordability. Key components
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On October 22, 2024, the Canadian government announced several measures aimed at protecting and creating jobs for Canadian workers. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, along with other ministers. Key measures include: * Tariffs on Imports: A 25% tariff has been imposed on certain Chinese-made steel and
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On September 18, 2024, Minister Sean Fraser sent a letter to all Canadian provinces and territories, requesting collaboration with the federal government to address homelessness and encampments. The letter proposed additional funding of $250 million, as outlined in Budget 2024, contingent on provinces matching contributions. This funding is part of
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His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Montréal has returned to its home port in Halifax, Nova Scotia, after a six-month deployment in the Indo-Pacific region as part of Operation HORIZON. This operation is part of Canada's strategy to maintain a presence in the Indo-Pacific to support peace and
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On October 20, 2024, a man was arrested in Pickering after allegedly trespassing on properties and assaulting police officers. The incident occurred around 9:00 p.m. in the area of Mockingbird Square and Mourning Dove Lane. Officers from the West Division responded to calls about a suspicious individual knocking
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced lane restrictions on Rossland Road East in Oshawa. These restrictions will be in place from October 22 to October 25, with the possibility of schedule changes due to unfavorable weather conditions. The affected area is between Minto Street and Oshawa Boulevard North. The
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On October 19, 2024, a collision occurred at the intersection of Rossland Road West and Ravenscroft Road in Ajax. A motorcycle collided with an SUV, after which the motorcycle driver fled the scene on foot. Durham Regional Police Service officers, assisted by Air1 and the K9 Unit, located the individual
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced lane restrictions at the intersection of Wilson Road South and Wentworth Street East in Oshawa. These restrictions are due to ongoing repairs of a watermain break. The eastbound curb lane at Wentworth and Wilson is closed, and all lanes are completely closed on
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On October 20, 2024, at approximately 5:15 a.m., a break-and-enter occurred at a Rogers Wireless store located at 7-1420 Regional Highway 2 in Courtice. According to the Durham Regional Police Service, four male suspects broke the glass entry door and took various electronics. They loaded the items into