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Apprenticeship programs in Canada have shown signs of recovery in 2023, with new registrations and certifications continuing to rise. According to Statistics Canada, there were 70,521 new registrations in apprenticeship programs across Canada, excluding Alberta, marking an 8.0% increase from 2022 and surpassing the pre-pandemic level of 2019.
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting Edwardian Christmas Holiday Tours at the Waverley Place historic house. These tours are scheduled for December 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2024, with sessions at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. The tours are open to all ages and do not require prior
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting Edwardian Christmas Holiday Tours at the Waverley Place historic house. These tours aim to showcase the festive decorations and traditions of the Edwardian era. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage in parlour games and learn about historical foods and customs. The tours will
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The Courtice Tree-Lighting Ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Courtice Community Complex, located at 2950 Courtice Road North, Courtice. This event will feature a variety of activities suitable for families. Attendees can enjoy face painting
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On December 7, 2024, a carjacking incident occurred in Pickering, involving a black Mercedes G550 SUV. The event took place around 10:50 p.m. near Taunton Road and Altona Road. According to the Durham Region Police Service, the victim's vehicle was intentionally hit by another vehicle. Upon
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A section of the sidewalk on Rudell Road, adjacent to the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex in Newcastle, will be closed on December 11, 2024. The closure will last from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accommodate overhead crane work related to ongoing renovations at the complex. During this
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums & Archives has announced its schedule for winter book clubs in 2025. These clubs cater to different age groups and interests, providing a platform for community members to engage in literary discussions. Adult Book Clubs * Newcastle Library or Online via Zoom * January 28, 6pm: Yellowface
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The Ontario government has announced that the preliminary design for Highway 413 is 90% complete. This development allows the province to begin releasing land not required for the highway's construction. A total of 113 full and 57 partial properties have been identified as unnecessary for the project. The
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting a series of events titled "Holiday Tour and Retro Board Games" at the historic Waverley Place. These events are scheduled for Thursdays, December 5, 12, and 19, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The events are open to adults and
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The Ontario government has introduced the Emergency Management Modernization Act, aiming to update the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA). This proposed legislation seeks to enhance provincial and municipal emergency management efforts, focusing on prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The amendments are the first significant updates in over
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The Canadian government has introduced Bill C-78, known as the Tax Break for All Canadians Act, which has been approved by the House of Commons and is currently under consideration by the Senate. The bill proposes a temporary exemption from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax
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The Durham Region Transit Executive Committee convened on December 4, 2024, to address several key issues concerning transit services. * On Demand Service: The committee noted that the On Demand service is currently operating at 240% over capacity. Plans to address these capacity challenges will be included in the 2025 budget,