Gov’t wasting billions on ‘failed’ projects through outsourcing, says union
OTTAWA — One of Canada’s biggest civil service unions says outsourcing of work that could be done by government employees is costing taxpayers billions...
Lawson feels time is now for single-event sports wagering in Canada
TORONTO — Jim Lawson firmly believes the time is now for single-event sports wagering in Canada.
The issue gained some traction during last fall’s federal election,...
Elementary teachers plan provincewide walkout, more rotating strikes
TORONTO — Ontario’s public elementary teachers are planning a provincewide strike on Feb. 6 and ramping up rotating strikes, with no signs of movement in...
Experts weigh in on protecting against new coronavirus
TORONTO — As Canadian health officials treat Canada’s first diagnosed case of a new type of coronavirus spreading around the world, doctors are repeatedly stressing...
NDP to put forward private member’s bill on making national pharmacare a reality
OTTAWA — The New Democrats are planning to bring forward legislation to implement a national, universal pharmacare program.
NDP House Leader Peter Julian is set to...
Royal Canadian Legion expels members for wearing unearned military commendations
OTTAWA — The Royal Canadian Legion says it has taken a landmark decision to expel two members for wearing military commendations they did not...
Georgina man arrested for Sutton break-ins: YRP
By: Mike Anderson
James Taylor, 38, was arrested on January 22 for a string of break and enters, including those that occurred in Sutton on...
Lake Simcoe phosphorus levels trending higher: LSRCA Report
By: Mike Anderson
A recent report from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) states that Lake Simcoe's phosphorous loads spiked at 131 tonnes in...
Lack of affordable transportation a barrier for low-income residents seeking medical services
By: Michelle Poirier
The lack of affordable transportation options in Georgina is impacting low-income residents and their access to health care services, according to a...
Udora’s historic general store now sells booze
By: Mike Anderson
Built-in 1860, and converted into a general store in 1895, the Udora General Store is one of the oldest operating general stores...
